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https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/y0ui47df/8e2b0f5d-6fc3-4c08-ba55-603c6b8bce09.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/tuxkq15d/e33ac9a4-553a-48dd-8524-883e6efcf121.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/vj24moyd/778534ae-e8a2-4dc9-91fa-0ef0e9aa00df.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ytonp95o/97a536e0-1cd3-4fc1-ac93-2b77d0c434ad.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/twcjw262/19f6c93d-0389-46d5-bb86-307380c386b4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ta1xpfux/8f816c46-2f48-4e04-90aa-990280b4d657.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/5b6cfxrx/2ffba3c5-9bc8-4561-aa3c-2fd09eb3879c.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/9kalyqxf/ce6fb9fb-a02d-4d30-94b3-fc9452526671.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pncb9wnw/6d20f09b_13f1_4fdb_bd0d_c0cd4f3767b4.jpg Principal Lee W. Dabagia Jr https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/hcl87pew/d90ab0c3-cdaa-47f7-a441-d734bbc52b2d.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/e6c530zy/19f10683-d933-4471-92d3-00581f1ee1d5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/z6nslseo/4e4f46ab-354c-4c8a-a8f9-c978fe90acac.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/z2ertlue/661f99b6-3771-4229-bb0b-3b53e6aa830c.jpg Deepika Thapar Singh, CEO and Principal of Credence High School https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/auaxqy9m/2fbc99bc-14d3-4308-ad3e-26e356dfb77c.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:12:25.158+04:00 UAE back to school 2026: Live updates as record 1.27 million students return to classrooms UAE schools, back to school, school reopening, UAE students, 2026 school year, Dubai schools, Abu Dhabi schools, school live updates, UAE education, classroom return, school term start, UAE school news, Gulf schools, school enrollment, academic year https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/novak-djokovics-body-has-given-up-will-he-follow-suit-1.500658032 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/j0xkcwl4/newsml_afp_com_20260830T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292778630.jpeg Novak Djokovic thanks the fans after his five set loss against Mariano Navone of Argentina during their Men's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2026 US Open. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:08:43.762+04:00 Novak Djokovic’s body has given up, will he follow suit? Tennis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/jaya-bachchan-warned-arshad-warsis-wife-maria-before-marriage-your-love-has-to-be-beyond-normal-1.500658018 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/vc6linvh/ANI_20260817112508.jpg Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan (File Photo/ANI) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:04:36.818+04:00 Jaya Bachchan warned Arshad Warsi's wife Maria before marriage: 'Your love has to be beyond normal' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/indias-got-latent-star-sharon-verma-rajat-chauhan-and-more-four-months-of-indian-stand-up-in-dubai-1.500658015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ovtd1toh/COLLAGE-OF-ALL-THE-ARTIST-copy.png Comedy Box Office returns to Dubai this month for its seventh season, spread across four months and four bills at Emirates International Theatre, with Sharon Verma closing the run in December in her first live performance in the city. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/75plymvu/image001-2.png Rajat Chauhan, Anmol Garg,Siddhartha Shetty https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/vj8nbr3a/image002.png Onkar Yadav, Shreya Priyam Roy,Pranav Sharma https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/9a6wqypp/Jaspreet_high_def_image.jpg Jaspreet Singh https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/8dr9wjqy/images_30.jpeg Sharon Verma Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:00:49.255+04:00 India's Got Latent star Sharon Verma, Rajat Chauhan and more: four months of Indian stand-up in Dubai Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-us-trade-fire-why-tehran-s-hardliners-think-they-can-outlast-trump-1.500658002 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/orw39jfn/newsml_afp_com_20260705T062440Z_doc_b9al8u6.jpeg Iran’s Revolutionary Guards chief amid supporters. Tehran’s hardliners believe Iran’s survival through six months of war shows it can continue resisting US pressure rather than compromise. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:54:28.252+04:00 Iran-US trade fire again: Why Tehran’s hardliners think they can outlast Trump Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Iran, americas, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/beyond-the-big-names-10-underrated-anime-series-you-can-finish-in-a-weekend-1.500657922 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/mdxfeltn/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-25.png These ten are mostly short, all complete, and none of them will ask you for a 200-episode commitment. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/p0d3y332/images-26.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/54pu1npk/G619XVNEY-backdropwide.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/i4v9tdxx/erased-1.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/rtwu0wkm/article-planetes-main.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/gz5wrula/images-27.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/y3i4m7ml/images-28.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/nebv7pzr/MV5BN2MzY2IwMDMtMGFmYy00MzNlLTk2MjgtYTRlZjQxNTIwZGMwXkEyXkFqcGc.V1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/s81vypmr/2d51ad6b447ed283f8d1a84541f601543acc9ee9823d6d4205484411e3bffe5a.SX1080FMjpg.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/g2smo1wy/952048-photography-bakuman.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/j72j92ul/Heroman.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:29:28.602+04:00 Beyond the big names: 10 underrated anime series you can finish in a weekend Entertainment, anime https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/your-salary-just-landed-10-payday-spending-mistakes-to-avoid-in-the-uae-1.500657957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-16/9yql1r1y/Credit-card But before you start tapping your card like there's no tomorrow, take a breath. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ufvm501b/Mercedes-Sheen-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:28:06.580+04:00 Your salary just landed? 10 payday spending mistakes to avoid in the UAE Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iranian-launchers-near-strait-of-hormuz-as-iran-fires-missiles-at-us-base-in-jordan-in-major-escalation-1.500657565 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/l59i8esi/Jet.jpg US sailors conduct night flight operations aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the ship sails in regional waters supporting operations in the Middle East. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/11/12/UAE-flag_17d13e15440_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:28:02.244+04:00 US strikes Iranian launchers near Strait of Hormuz as Iran fires missiles at US base in Jordan US Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz, Larak Island, Iran missile attack, Muwaffaq Salti base, Jordan air defenses, IRGC retaliation, ballistic missiles, energy chokepoint, US military strain, missile interception, Pentagon assessment, Middle East war, US Israel Iran, Hormuz shipping https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-missile-attacks-targeting-jordan-1.500657962 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/cz3li9jn/UAE The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks represented a serious infringement of Jordan’s sovereignty. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:26:37.282+04:00 UAE strongly condemns missile attacks targeting Jordan UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/podcasts/tell-me-why/tell-me-why-gold-still-matters-in-a-changing-financial-world-1.500657910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/y9xkuljt/DSC09139.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/e59a6fmg/DSC09144.JPG Dr Fahmi Iskander, Partner and Chief Investment Officer at OGold Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:20:24.967+04:00 Tell Me Why gold still matters in a changing financial world Tell Me Why https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/mark-fullers-water-birds-set-to-bring-a-new-dimension-to-water-performances-in-uae-1.500657963 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/e5yn45rw/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:17:21.463+04:00 Mark Fuller’s Water Birds set to bring a new dimension to water performances in UAE Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/court-crime/man-ordered-to-pay-woman-dh50000-after-assault-broke-her-nose-1.500657935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/n5fomdni/Court The woman had sought Dh100,000, as well as legal fees and expenses, arguing that the man had assaulted her and caused injuries. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:12:33.574+04:00 Man ordered to pay woman Dh50,000 after assault broke her nose Court-Crime, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-condemns-iranian-drone-attack-says-it-reserves-right-to-respond-1.500657946 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/cmi29olm/UAE The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack posed a direct threat to the UAE’s security and stability, as well as to the safety of citizens and residents. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:11:40.717+04:00 UAE condemns Iranian drone attack, says it reserves right to respond UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/suryakumar-calls-sanju-samson-a-good-man-praises-selfless-response-when-india-place-was-under-threat-1.500657937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/mk97j477/newsml_afp_com_20260301T172525Z_doc_99gl4yu.jpeg India's captain Suryakumar Yadav (C) greets his teammate Sanju Samson (R) after their team's win in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between India and West Indies at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 1, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/mk97j477/newsml_afp_com_20260301T172525Z_doc_99gl4yu.jpeg India's captain Suryakumar Yadav (C) greets his teammate Sanju Samson (R) after their team's win in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between India and West Indies at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:09:37.525+04:00 Suryakumar calls Sanju Samson a good man, praises selfless response when India place was under threat Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/indian-nationals-in-uae-warned-against-biometric-data-scams-1.500657933 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/41cwdqe5/mobile_scam__mobile_data_scam_19354053be4_original_ratio.jpg Fraudsters are also misusing biometric data to open bank accounts and obtain loans. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:58:38.658+04:00 Indian expats in UAE warned against biometric data scams people, Indian expats https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aashiqui-star-rahul-roy-on-brain-stroke-recovery-i-didnt-know-if-i-would-walk-or-talk-again-1.500657932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ojzfnufv/1_16a080aec0e_1174640_2331192775_16a080aec0e_original_ratio.jpg Anu Agarwal and Rahul Roy in Aashiqui (1990). Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:54:54.862+04:00 Aashiqui star Rahul Roy on brain stroke recovery: ‘I didn’t know if I would walk or talk again’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubais-diamond-strategy-why-lab-grown-stones-need-their-own-market-1.500657923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/20/Stock-Diamonds_18ab140045a_large.jpg Lab-grown diamonds are always caught up in the emotional versus practical needs debate. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/dxjpwop2/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-10.02.17.jpeg Ahmed Bin Sulayem Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:54:01.736+04:00 Dubai’s diamond strategy: Why lab-grown stones need their own market economy, UAE, Op-Eds, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/parents-pay-rs-1500-for-cctv-discover-3-year-old-tied-to-chair-beaten-at-playschool-1.500657929 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-04/e087i6zz/2e9a18af9b96cd9a4c6c513aac7b0982.jpg CCTV footage from the playschool allegedly revealed that a three-year-old had been tied to a chair and beaten. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:53:42.355+04:00 Parents pay Rs 1,500 for CCTV, discover 3-year-old tied to chair, beaten at playschool India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/open-finance-the-uaes-opportunity-to-put-customers-back-at-the-centre-1.500657905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/wtaihjr4/ADIB_online_banking_17a5bb4e7b5_original_ratio.jpg Open Finance could reshape banking in the UAE by giving customers greater control over their financial data, alongside more choice and personalised financial services. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/dhcdh1me/Suvo.jpg Suvo Sarkar Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:39:01.008+04:00 Open Finance: The UAE’s opportunity to put customers back at the centre Banking, Analysis, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-how-ai-could-transform-the-way-we-use-the-internet-1.500657909 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/g6sgql26/newsml_afp_com_20260408T071722Z_doc_a72y963.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:38:40.175+04:00 Techie Tonic: How AI could transform the way we use the internet Technology https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-a-17-year-old-is-reshaping-student-volunteering-for-dubais-workers-1.500657883 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/iejxvym1/Radhika-Prabhu.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:36:57.636+04:00 How a 17-year-old is reshaping student volunteering for Dubai’s workers Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-launches-life-skills-programme-for-children-aged-7-to-18-1.500657908 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/ort7w8yr/Computer-use New programme for ages 7 to 18 offers eight practical workshops across the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:36:04.907+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches life skills programme for children aged 7 to 18 Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/former-indian-pacer-javagal-srinath-takes-bengaluru-metro-ride-wins-fans-with-simplicity-1.500657900 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/o5wk47f0/1_619665_2262536327_16ada141b99_original_ratio.jpg Javagal Srinath Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:29:31.505+04:00 Former Indian pacer Javagal Srinath takes Bengaluru Metro ride, fans praise for simplicity Cricket, Lifestyle, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-activates-150-ambulance-points-as-pupils-return-to-school-1.500657844 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/wdmqeq65/Dubai The plan includes checks on the readiness of field teams, the deployment of ambulance units and increased coverage near school areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:25:21.166+04:00 Dubai activates 150 ambulance points as pupils return to school Education, Health, Education, Health https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/conman-sukesh-chandrasekhar-gets-8-year-sentence-for-posing-as-supreme-court-judge-challenges-verdict-in-delhi-hc-1.500657858 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/27/Sukesh-Chandrashekhar-1640599993447_17dfb613c81_large.jpg Indian conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/uwmo6byu/bc69f651ce5e00ec6cb4f5acc1f83f26.jpg Jacqueline Fernandez withdraws plea to turn approver in Sukesh Chandrashekhar-linked money laundering case https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/ijk4i134/N3.jpg Nora Fatehi performs at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Toronto. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:15:48.807+04:00 Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar gets 8-year sentence for posing as Supreme Court judge, challenges verdict in Delhi HC Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-breaks-57-year-old-record-1.500657854 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/2dscqy35/newsml_afp_com_20260704T171511Z_doc_b99v3uj.jpeg India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi leaves the field after the second Twenty20 (T20) international cricket match between England and India at Old Trafford in Manchester, north-west England on July 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:48:34.027+04:00 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks 57-year-old record Cricket, cricket, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-all-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-31-2026-1.500657831 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/rrr4k1qn/Screenshot-2026-08-28-at-10.22.00-AM.png The US military is keeping a tight grip over Iran-linked ships. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:47:50.763+04:00 US-Iran conflict: All UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 31, 2026) UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/real-madrid-vs-malaga-mourinho-reveals-what-he-changed-with-jude-bellingham-1.500657845 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/11erm81n/preview.jpg Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates after Malaga's own goal during the La Liga soccer match between Real Madrid and Malaga in Madrid, Spain, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/11erm81n/preview.jpg Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates after Malaga's own goal during the La Liga soccer match between Real Madrid and Malaga in Madrid, Spain, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:43:14.627+04:00 Real Madrid vs Malaga: Mourinho reveals what he changed with Jude Bellingham Football, football https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/steps-underway-to-bring-home-bodies-of-two-kerala-women-killed-in-california-1.500657841 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/oetowpkm/CALIF-MURDER-Read-Only.jpg Anjana and Annie, who were killed in California, and Anila, who was taken into police custody. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:40:02.969+04:00 Steps underway to bring home bodies of two Kerala women killed in California India, Americas, kerala, crime, Murder https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-launch-is-days-away-iphone-18-pro-pro-max-or-fold-which-one-actually-makes-sense-for-you-1.500657821 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/15j2081t/GAsQ3RWgAAbS7M.jpg iPhone 18 Pro rumours: Under-display Face ID and Burgundy colour spotted Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:39:16.779+04:00 iPhone 18 launch is days away: iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max or Fold — which one actually makes sense for you? Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/filipina-expat-in-dubai-uae-lotterys-first-female-millionaire-reveals-how-she-won-dh5-million-1.500657826 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/o2c9kal4/Zenn-Ariane-GarcelesThe-UAE-Lottery-5Million-AED-Winner-Image.jpg.jpeg Zenn Ariane Garceles Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:36:07.949+04:00 Filipina expat in Dubai, UAE Lottery's first female millionaire, reveals how she won Dh5 million UAE, people, Philippines, UAE, Dubai, Philippines, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/uae/no-war-no-peace-is-not-sustainable-gargash-calls-for-political-solution-1.500657803 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/md26hw8f/Gargash “The state of no war and no peace cannot be a sustainable solution, just as the policy of targeting the Arab Gulf states and Jordan has proved a failure,” Gargash wrote. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:35:45.296+04:00 ‘No war, no peace is not sustainable’: Gargash calls for political solution UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/from-field-to-shelf-how-miratorg-strengthens-russias-agricultural-exports-under-the-made-in-russia-brand-1.500657827 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/g9rhmvol/New-lead.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/p4s4ps0y/Lead.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:30:20.896+04:00 From field to shelf: How Miratorg strengthens Russia’s agricultural exports under the Made in Russia brand Gulf https://gulfnews.com/sport/can-fernandes-surpass-ronaldos-manchester-united-legacy-1.500657813 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/13/Manchester-United-s-Cristiano-Ronaldo-celebrates-after-scoring-his-first-goal-on-return-to-Old-Trafford_17bdebfe16f_large.jpg Fernandes has carried the hopes of United on his back since his arrival https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/08/31/Alex-Ferguson-brought-Cristiano-Ronaldo-to-Manchester-United-the-first-time-around_17b9c8bb3b6_large.jpg Sir Alex Ferguson has never hidden his admiration for Ronaldo, claiming he's the best player he's ever managed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/z0rwirli/preview.jpg Fernandes has won just the FA Cup and EFL Cup at United Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:22:04.514+04:00 Can Fernandes surpass Ronaldo’s Manchester United legacy? Sport, Football, football, premier league, manchester united, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/is-robert-downey-jr-really-doctor-doom-benedict-cumberbatchs-confusing-doomsday-comments-fuel-new-theory-1.500657790 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/3cwnrspp/dr-strange.webp Benedict Cumberbatch as Dr Strange Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:13:39.708+04:00 Is Robert Downey Jr. really Doctor Doom? Benedict Cumberbatch's confusing Doomsday comments fuel new theory Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/what-food-does-abhishek-bachchan-refuse-to-eat-amitabh-reveals-1.500657793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/40xm5poz/AFP2025020536X86F3v1HighResIndiaCricketLeagueIsplCinema.jpg Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan with his father actor Amitabh Bachchan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/45l9ro09/TAB_amitabh_abhishek_bachchan_INSTAGRAM_1638779313485_17d8edbdd6e_original_ratio.jpg Abhishek with his father and legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:06:02.890+04:00 What food does Abhishek Bachchan refuse to eat? Amitabh reveals BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/kp-group-and-raz-holding-group-sign-non-binding-letter-of-intent-for-proposed-strategic-investment-and-collaboration-1.500657780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/0yu1zv5q/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:53:06.958+04:00 KP Group and Raz Holding Group sign non-binding letter of intent for proposed strategic investment and collaboration Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/no-missile-attacks-at-al-minhad-air-base-says-uae-1.500657785 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/ulvbrpoy/UAE-flag.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:51:52.113+04:00 No missile attacks at Al Minhad air base, says UAE UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/16-year-old-allegedly-gang-raped-on-moving-up-bus-abandoned-in-delhi-1.500657779 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/kc94py7q/202608313924411.jpg The accused have been identified as Kuldeep and Sandeep from Uttar Pradesh, who worked as the bus driver and conductor respectively. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:50:29.963+04:00 16-year-old allegedly gang-raped on moving UP bus, abandoned in Delhi India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/yashs-mother-hits-back-at-allu-aravind-over-who-was-yash-before-kgf-jibe-alleges-toxic-smear-campaign-1.500657772 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/yh6jhy5t/image2026-08-23100941161.png Yash's Toxic has received polarised reviews. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:46:31.904+04:00 Yash's mother hits back at Allu Aravind over 'Who was Yash before KGF' jibe, alleges Toxic smear campaign Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/back-to-school-a-health-check-for-the-new-term-2-1.500657748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bqcp3hvi/Back-to-School.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:42:35.165+04:00 Back to School: A health check for the new term GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-national-charter-to-shape-students-school-experience-from-new-academic-year-1.500657747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pjksokwn/student.jpg The National Charter outlines seven core skills alongside values and personal attributes for learners. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:31:55.325+04:00 UAE National Charter to shape students’ school experience from new academic year Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-forces-deal-with-drone-from-iran-over-territorial-waters-1.500657759 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/wgqdn2g6/UAE-Flag Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:23:44.026+04:00 UAE forces deal with drone from Iran over territorial waters UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/emirates-dubai-7s-returns-tickets-on-sale-1.500657742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/rjg0maf9/EMIRATES-DUBAI-7S-2025-FLYOVER.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/paqb2a2t/EMIRATES_DUBAI_7S_FOR_GOOD_FESTIVAL_SITE.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/fp44egao/NKL_301125_2209_00498_retouch.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bes9u04g/29_11_257s25_CV611240.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:21:16.189+04:00 Emirates Dubai 7s returns: Tickets on sale Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, Dubai, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/manila-expressway-impassable-to-small-vehicles-as-of-aug-31-up-to-6-ft-of-floodwaters-hit-low-lying-areas-of-bulacan-pampanga-tarlac-1.500657713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pfl0fsb7/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-1.45.19-PM.png Screengrab from a citizen video post shows a small truck swept away by strong floodwaters in Rizal province, east of Manila. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/5ugpc1tn/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-1.43.37-PM.png Video taken by a citizen journalist shows a two-storey getting swept away by raging floodwaters in Pampanga province, north of Manila. At 11.30am on August 31, the San Simon Interchange and Tulaoc northbound lanes of North Luzon Expressway were reportedly "impassable" to Class 1 vehicles due to rising floodwaters on Pampanga River, local media reported. Motorists were advised to take alternate routes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/wo1wxr2x/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-2.52.47-PM.png A portion of the Agana Bridge in Tarlac City collapsed night due to strong river currents spawned by the southwest monsoon Rescue teams continue their search for four missing people who were in a vehicle that fell into the river after the bridge collapse on on Saturday (Aug. 29). Photo shared by DPWH on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026 as crew position equipment to repair the damaged structure. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bs7v7l8r/A-Victory-bus-from-Guagua-Pampanga.png A Victory bus from Guagua, Pampanga, bound for Caloocan City, traverses a flooded portion of Malolos Crossing in Bulacan, a province north of the Philippine capital Manila, shortly after 1 pm on Sunday, Aug. 30. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/xpzb0ca9/Philippines-flood.png FORCED EVACUATION: Rescue teams assist in a forced evacuation in Barangay Aduas, Paniqui, Tarlac, on Sunday, Aug. 30, bringing residents affected by flooding to safer areas. Emergency personnel from Paniqui MDRRMO, BFP, Philippine Air Force, provincial government and Tarlac PDRRMO assisted in the evacuation. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:21:12.588+04:00 Manila expressway 'impassable' to small vehicles as of Aug. 31, up to 6 ft of floodwaters hit low-lying areas of Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-today-24k-22k-rates-fall-as-fed-rate-hike-bets-rise-1.500657724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ce6x1i3v/1_2092131_1217409549_16adad2a737_original_ratio.jpg The Dubai 24K gold rate fell to Dh533 per gram, from Dh536.75 at the previous close, while 22K gold dropped to Dh493.75 from Dh497. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:14:37.911+04:00 Dubai gold prices today: 24K, 22K rates fall as Fed rate-hike bets rise Retail, Your Money, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-announces-petrol-and-diesel-prices-for-september-2026-1.500657560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/uy381sbr/Fuel_prices__petrol_prices_191079911ef_original_ratio.jpg The UAE Fuel Price Committee reviews and adjusts retail fuel prices at the close of each month, in line with prevailing trends in global energy markets. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:06:31.399+04:00 UAE petrol, diesel prices for September 2026 announced UAE fuel prices, September fuel, petrol prices, diesel prices, UAE petrol, UAE diesel, Super 98, Special 95, E-Plus petrol, fuel price committee, Dubai fuel, retail fuel, energy markets, Gulf News app, September 2026 https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/adidas-samba-kids-review-a-classic-indoor-sports-shoe-that-works-beyond-the-court-1.500654077 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/1a4y9ukz/adidaskids-1.png From indoor sport to everyday wear, the Adidas Samba Classic blends practical comfort with timeless style. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:00:00.000+04:00 Adidas Samba kids review: a classic indoor sports shoe that works beyond the court Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-leaders-welcome-pupils-back-to-school-with-messages-of-ambition-learning-and-values-1.500657700 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/b9qg0l3l/leaders UAE leaders welcomed more than 1.277 million pupils back to school with messages of ambition and learning. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:47:14.051+04:00 UAE leaders welcome pupils back to school with messages of ambition, learning and values Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/flying-from-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flydubai-flight-delays-and-cancellations-1.500657701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/cwkt7ycq/gulfnews2026-03-061q8wxkljDubaiairport.avif UAE travellers urged to check flight status as Bahrain, Kuwait routes face cancellations amid regional tensions Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:44:35.651+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai flight delays and cancellations Gulf, Aviation, FlyDubai, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-doubles-down-on-iran-they-cannot-have-a-nuclear-weapon-as-6-month-war-flares-again-1.500657663 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/gz3tqfnm/US-Sailors-conduct-night-flight-operations-aboard-USS-George-Washington-CVN-73-3.jpeg US Sailors conduct night flight operations aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:29:45.541+04:00 Trump doubles down on Iran: ‘They cannot have a nuclear weapon’ as 6-month war flares again Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/djokovic-falls-in-us-open-first-round-earliest-grand-slam-exit-in-20-years-1.500657613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/jwkq3t86/newsml_afp_com_20260830T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292773868.jpeg Ailing Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years on Sunday, falling in five brutal sets to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:02:55.294+04:00 Djokovic falls in US Open first round, earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/iran-trade-tensions-energy-security-top-indias-g20-agenda-1.500657568 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/catyykty/202608313924289.jpg Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to tackle Iran, trade tensions, energy security top during G20 meet. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T08:21:57.121+04:00 Iran, trade tensions, energy security top India’s G20 agenda India https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/uss-abraham-lincoln-sails-past-singapore-on-its-way-home-from-middle-east-1.500656901 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2rbkelra/preview.jpg The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln sails past Singapore as seen from Batam, Indonesia, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T08:09:19.875+04:00 USS Abraham Lincoln sails past Singapore on its way home from Middle East thailand singapore us aircraft carrier lincoln port visit https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/about-15-people-missing-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood-1.500657505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/zikph9ks/newsml_afp_com_20260521T000000Z_PH_GTY_2279669312.jpeg A general view of snowfall and the Lower Falls in Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone on May 21, 2026 in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T08:02:27.869+04:00 About 15 people missing after Grand Canyon flash flood Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/president-wishes-uae-students-teachers-and-parents-a-successful-new-academic-year-1.500657606 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/17/Sheikh-Mohamed-bin-Zayed-Al-Nahyan_180d2049930_large.jpg Sheikh Mohamed urged students to embrace the new academic year with optimism, ambition and determination. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:54:24.843+04:00 President wishes UAE students, teachers and parents a successful new academic year UAE schools, back to school, UAE education, Sheikh Mohamed, academic year, UAE students, school reopening, UAE parents, teachers UAE, lifelong learning, student identity, future skills, UAE traffic, school holidays, lunchbox safety https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-plans-to-sanction-another-bank-in-effort-to-clamp-down-on-iran-transactions-bessent-tells-ap-1.500657507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/3edss2c9/preview.jpg Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks during an interview with The Associated Press in Asheville, N.C., Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:50:47.700+04:00 US plans to sanction another bank in drive to clamp down on Iran transactions: Bessent Bessent interview Iran sanctions bank https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/our-people-came-first-inside-adnoc-gas-ceo-fatema-al-nuaimis-response-to-a-crisis-1.500657602 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/mmvi0cgq/ADNOC-Gas-3.jpg ADNOC Gas supplies more than 60 per cent of the UAE's sales gas requirements and nearly all of the gas needed by major domestic industries. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/tqos12nr/ADNOC-GASCEO1-1-1.jpg Fatema Al Nuaimi, CEO of ADNOC Gas, says resilience at the company "was not something we created after the attack" but built through years of preparation. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/7buiachb/ADNOC-Gas-2.jpg At ADNOC Gas, approximately 95 per cent of women in technical roles are Emirati, part of a broader push to build a pipeline of female leaders across the energy sector. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/nlizreuz/ADNOC-Gas-1.jpg Ruwais LNG will more than double ADNOC Gas's LNG capacity and is being built as the first facility of its kind in the region to run on clean power. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:50:14.087+04:00 'Our people came first': Inside ADNOC Gas CEO Fatema Al Nuaimi's response to a crisis Energy, Abu Dhabi, Emirati Women's Day https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-dubai-traffic-alert-heavy-rush-hour-delays-as-schools-reopen-1.500657590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/p8lgk40a/An_school_bus_on_Ittihad_road_in_Sharjah_heading_towards_Dubai_during_the_morning_rush_hours__on_the.jpg Al Ittihad Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road are among key routes seeing heavier traffic as the new school year begins. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:20:19.119+04:00 Sharjah-Dubai traffic alert: Heavy rush-hour delays as schools reopen Sharjah Dubai traffic, school reopening, rush hour, Al Ittihad Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Emirates Road, Dubai traffic alert, Google Maps, school traffic, UAE students, Dubai Police, Sharjah Police, Northern Emirates, traffic congestion, commuter delays https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/why-naseeruddin-shah-stopped-bathing-for-nearly-2-months-for-chakra-1.500657486 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/3issc9cs/CHHH.jpg Naseeruddin Shah and Smita Patil in a still from the 1981 Hindi film ‘Chakra’, directed by Rabindra (Robin) Dharmaraj. The film follows a migrant family seeking refuge in Dharavi’s slums. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/cv6mr8b0/CGGG.jpg Naseeruddin Shah in Chakra. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/eqmpp4nz/ddd.jpg Naseeruddin Shah plays Ishar Singh Grewal, a man abandoned by fate and history, in Main Vaapas Aaunga. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:45:00.000+04:00 Why Naseeruddin Shah stopped bathing for nearly 2 months for ‘Chakra’ BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-supreme-leader-calls-for-unity-among-muslim-countries-2-1.500656852 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/vklils1b/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-7.00.33-AM.png The US military has confirmed strikes on two Iranian launchers on Larak Island as they were allegedly being prepared to deploy rockets carrying sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz. It was the first known direct US attack on Iranian forces since late July, raising the risk of renewed flareup. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/hlvsq531/US-Central-Command.jpeg A U.S. Sailor directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter onto the flight deck of USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) while the ship sails in the Arabian Sea enforcing the U.S. blockade against Iran. As of Aug. 30, CentCom forces have redirected 83 commercial vessels, disabled 3 and boarded 2 to ensure compliance with the blockade. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/tp2p4546/HQ2PtK3XgAATSSA.jpg A US sailor stands lookout watch aboard USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) as ship sails through regional waters while enforcing the US blockade against Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:14:27.584+04:00 Iran supreme leader calls for unity among Muslim countries Mena, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-september-2026-new-etihad-rail-route-tax-changes-and-key-dates-to-know-1.500657564 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/7sbhiq6z/FB529841-1BF7-46B8-A4F5-7695C93B5D50-LEAD-PIC-GN-ARCHIVES.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:06:28.403+04:00 UAE September 2026: New Etihad Rail route, tax changes and key dates to know Living-Ask-Us, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-floods-aerial-views-reveal-massive-destruction-in-nuwakot-1.500657482 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/pi3k9gej/newsml_afp_com_20260830T104758Z_doc_c6uf7kg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:04:00.000+04:00 Nepal floods: Aerial views reveal massive destruction in Nuwakot Asia, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-temperatures-to-hit-49c-monday-before-rain-chances-return-tuesday-1.500657501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/5h87qysv/Wether Humidity will increase overnight and into Tuesday morning, bringing a chance of fog or mist over some coastal and internal areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T05:33:06.087+04:00 UAE weather: Temperatures to hit 49°C Monday before rain chances return Tuesday Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-explodes-back-above-90-as-us-iran-tensions-reignite-1.500657556 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/d37iyeby/HGL2U8xX0AIQXBb.jpg A US Army Apache attack helicopter. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/0k512l44/oil-barrels.png Gulf News en 2026-08-31T05:27:42.689+04:00 Oil explodes back above $90 as US-Iran tensions reignite Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/race-to-1000-goals-can-lionel-messi-overtake-cristiano-ronaldo-1.500657438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/19/Ronaldo-and-Messi-_185c98b6db0_large.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi Gulf News en 2026-08-31T04:53:00.000+04:00 Race to 1,000 Goals: Can Lionel Messi overtake Cristiano Ronaldo? Football, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Inter Miami, Argentina national football team https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/colombian-rebels-say-kidnapped-french-foreign-legion-soldier-is-alive-1.500657519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/bvky8emi/newsml_afp_com_20260518T145730Z_doc_b38d69f.jpeg French Foreign Legion combat divers from the 2nd Foreign Parachute Regiment (2e REP) leap from a NH90 Caïman helicopter into the River Vienne during an airborne water insertion exercise in Ingrandes, south-western France, on May 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T04:44:52.570+04:00 Colombian rebels say kidnapped French Foreign Legion soldier is alive Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-fires-missiles-at-us-base-in-jordan-after-larak-island-strikes-reports-1.500657545 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/7nubydgr/attacks-on-Jordan.png Video footage appears to show several surface-to-air interceptors rising into the night sky, consistent with the use of Patriot air-defence systems deployed to protect US and allied forces in Jordan. No significant impacts have been reported so far, and nearly all incoming missiles have been intercepted, as per Fox News. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T04:10:59.756+04:00 Iran fires missiles at US base in Jordan after Larak Island strikes: reports Mena https://gulfnews.com/technology/new-apple-ceo-john-ternus-takes-over-on-sept-1-ahead-of-iphone-18-launch-amid-ai-race-what-to-know-1.500657538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/1ffn7di1/newsml_afp_com_20260707T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285132131.jpeg Tim Cook (L), CEO of Apple, walks with John Ternus, incoming CEO of Apple, at the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference at the Sun Valley Lodge on July 7, 2026 in Sun Valley, Idaho. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/oqe5boxx/John-Ternus-Apple.webp John Ternus steps in as Apple CEO on Tuesday September 1, 2026. The foldable iPhone, widely expected to launch on September 9, is not merely a change in form factor. It is Ternus' first opportunity to demonstrate that Apple can still create a new premium product category rather than simply refine an existing one. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T03:56:51.104+04:00 New Apple CEO John Ternus takes over on Sept. 1 ahead of iPhone 18 launch: What to know Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iranian-launchers-near-hormuz-as-mine-threat-pushes-gulf-shipping-crisis-into-new-phase-1.500657518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ghso67qh/ANI_20260830212622.jpg The US military struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island, after Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps personnel were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T02:33:07.968+04:00 US strikes Iranian rocket launchers near Hormuz, IRGC vows retaliation Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-fuel-prices-out-today-what-to-expect-at-the-pump-in-september-1.500657383 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/a0rc6027/petrol-price-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T00:01:00.000+04:00 UAE fuel prices out today: What to expect at the pump in September Energy, Markets, Government, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-participates-in-swedens-world-water-week-to-inspire-commitments-advance-action-on-water-1.500657468 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/dg27vssa/Water-week Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability Gulf News en 2026-08-30T23:46:47.683+04:00 UAE participates in Sweden’s World Water Week to inspire commitments, advance action on water UAE, World https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-chris-gayle-excites-kerala-fans-with-big-sixes-off-sreesanth-1.500657451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1xh1la4v/Gayle.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T23:02:01.493+04:00 Watch: Chris Gayle excites Kerala fans with big sixes off Sreesanth Cricket, cricket, kerala https://gulfnews.com/uae/dmcc-establishes-lab-grown-diamond-vertical-as-uae-trade-reaches-769-million-carats-1.500657441 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/74tcgreg/Stock_LAb_Grown_Diamonds_18bdbf8c3d3_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T22:32:17.063+04:00 DMCC establishes lab-grown diamond vertical as UAE trade reaches 76.9 million carats UAE, Business https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shafali-verma-deepti-sharma-star-as-india-open-asia-cup-with-big-win-over-thailand-1.500657431 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/3t9oqmxt/20260830514f.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T22:12:21.424+04:00 Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma star as India open Asia Cup with big win over Thailand Cricket, ASIA CUP, cricket, india, Asia Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/veteran-egyptian-actor-mohamed-el-tagy-dies-at-72-after-illness-1.500657425 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/u1kh5djj/Egyptian-actor-dies-at-72.webp Veteran Egyptian actor Mohamed El Tagy died on Sunday at the age of 72 after a period of illness, ending a decades-long career spanning television, cinema and theatre Gulf News en 2026-08-30T22:07:52.921+04:00 Veteran Egyptian actor Mohamed El Tagy dies at 72 after illness Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jordanian-court-sentences-woman-for-biting-husband-hitting-him-with-vase-1.500657412 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1f3ur06o/iStockphoto.avif The case began after the husband filed a complaint against his wife, supported by a medical report showing that he suffered bleeding from a head wound after being hit with the vase. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T22:03:34.463+04:00 Jordanian court sentences woman for biting husband, hitting him with vase Mena, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/mohammed-bin-rashid-visits-abu-dhabi-international-hunting-and-equestrian-exhibition-2026-1.500657402 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/fuv16w23/His-Highness-Sheikh-Mohammed-bin-Rashid-Al-Maktoum-Vice-President-and-Prime-Minister-of-the-UAE-and-Ruler-of-Dubai-today-visited-the-23rd-edition-of-the-Abu-Dhabi-International-Hunting-and-Equestrian-Exhibition-ADIHEX His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, at ADIHEX https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/80w6ltvs/HQ_O5CJbwAAXzkf.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zgrtino7/HQ_O5CPagAAF8oi.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/x7b5hves/HQ_O63ubQAEWdLN.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/cvxxb9yn/HQ_OtBQbAAA_hw9.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2f1at9cp/HQ_OwHKaQAAoKCm.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/31x67n2i/HQ_OwHOacAErR1A.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T21:46:51.088+04:00 Video: Mohammed bin Rashid visits Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2026 UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/the-green-building-that-wouldn-t-fall-how-it-survived-nepal-s-raging-flood-1.500657403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/cjvkr868/viralhome.gif Still standing: A mint-green home withstands the torrent in Nuwakot as mud, water and debris sweep through the surrounding area. The family inside survived. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T21:35:39.130+04:00 The green building that wouldn’t fall: How it survived Nepal’s raging flood Asia, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/world/funeral-of-norways-late-king-harald-set-for-september-9-palace-1.500657388 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/hqhli0r8/newsml_afp_com_20260829T093434Z_doc_c6t24m3.jpeg A staff member sets up a table displaying a portrait of the late King Harald V of Norway inside Oslo City Hall in Oslo on August 29, 2026, for members of the public wishing to sign condolence books following his passing. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T21:23:59.841+04:00 Funeral of Norway's late King Harald set for September 9: palace World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tanker-struck-by-unknown-projectile-in-strait-of-hormuz-ukmto-warning-1.500657396 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/opvhl2yc/UKMTO-122-26 Gulf News en 2026-08-30T21:23:52.421+04:00 Oil tanker struck by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz: UKMTO Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/england-thrash-pakistan-by-194-runs-for-series-win-1.500657387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/y4rc6fgt/Cricket Gulf News en 2026-08-30T21:09:06.833+04:00 England thrash Pakistan by 194 runs for series win Cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-s-hormuz-weapon-is-slipping-away-what-s-tehran-s-next-move-1.500657266 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6eykklhp/hormuz1_1788097329654.jpg Ships transit the Strait of Hormuz as oil flows recover, weakening one of Tehran’s key sources of leverage. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T20:53:33.021+04:00 Iran’s Hormuz weapon is slipping away. What’s Tehran’s next move? Mena, Gulf, us-iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/banque-misr-uae-branches-to-continue-normal-operations-central-banks-say-1.500657358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/xpn1eq7y/UAE UAE and Egyptian central banks affirm Banque Misr UAE branches will maintain normal operations, taking required measures after US Treasury exemption move. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T20:36:35.795+04:00 Banque Misr UAE branches to continue normal operations, central banks say Banking, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-becomes-youngest-captain-in-duleep-trophy-1.500657369 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/61qodobe/newsml_afp_com_20260704T134743Z_doc_b99g893.jpeg India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Gulf News en 2026-08-30T20:32:15.473+04:00 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi becomes youngest captain in Duleep Trophy Cricket, cricket, india, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi https://gulfnews.com/uae/adihex-2026-rare-photos-and-documents-highlight-uaes-hunting-and-equestrian-heritage-1.500657363 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zuavtu37/Abu-Dhabi-International-Hunting-and-Equestrian-Exhibition-ADIHEX-2026 Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/oq0jdokn/ADIHEK Historical photographs and documentaries also show the interest of the UAE’s Sheikhs in traditional sports Gulf News en 2026-08-30T20:28:58.001+04:00 ADIHEX 2026: Rare photos and documents highlight UAE’s hunting and equestrian heritage UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/french-visitor-caught-at-kuwait-airport-with-1603-drug-soaked-sheets-1.500657352 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/91uof018/download.webp French visitor arriving from London was arrested at Kuwait airport with 1,603 drug-soaked sheets in record narcotics bust. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T20:12:43.774+04:00 French visitor caught at Kuwait airport with 1,603 drug-soaked sheets Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-car-vacuum-cleaners-on-amazonae-2026-five-picks-for-dusty-interiors-1.500653792 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/z6xakcks/carvaccum-1.png A handy solution for keeping car interiors dust free between deep cleans. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T20:00:00.000+04:00 Best car vacuum cleaners on Amazon.ae 2026: Five picks for dusty interiors Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dmt-reopens-key-e20-interchange-in-time-for-school-year-1.500657280 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/s4kzmgpl/dd606qak1ka1do8po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T19:56:32.674+04:00 DMT reopens key E20 interchange in time for school year Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/video-dubai-opens-new-bridge-connecting-sheikh-rashid-road-to-2nd-december-street-1.500657348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/jiq94i7y/RTA-road.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-30T19:48:24.009+04:00 Video: Dubai opens new bridge connecting Sheikh Rashid Road to 2nd December Street UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/google-maps-renames-lake-ontario-lake-america-in-us-but-not-canada-1.500657322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/23/190823-US-President-Donald-Trump_16cbedfebf1_large.jpg US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T19:20:57.400+04:00 Google Maps renames Lake Ontario 'Lake America' in US — but not Canada Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/i-sat-at-home-for-40-50-days-doing-nothing-suryakumar-on-t20i-axe-1.500657319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/x7k4vkhx/1000098936_0zGRQB4.jpg Suryakumar Yadav Gulf News en 2026-08-30T19:09:15.925+04:00 ‘I sat at home for 40-50 days doing nothing’: Suryakumar on T20I axe Cricket, cricket, india, ICC T20 WORLD CUP https://gulfnews.com/uae/gaza-hosts-palestine-loves-the-uae-event-celebrating-emirati-support-ties-1.500657311 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/y8mzyiqq/xbl06qap1ka1fijpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T19:07:26.318+04:00 Gaza hosts ‘Palestine Loves the UAE’ event celebrating Emirati support, ties UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-this-hidden-vip-pass-helps-neurodivergent-families-navigate-daily-life-1.500657312 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/9b07xx8c/NAT_Sanad_Card__Read_Only__16bf09150f7_original_ratio.jpg The Sanad card Gulf News en 2026-08-30T18:56:52.697+04:00 How this ‘hidden VIP Pass’ helps neurodivergent families navigate daily life UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/how-the-iran-war-reshaped-the-global-economy-and-created-winners-and-losers-1.500656981 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/0tyfiz1q/preview.jpg Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Thursday, August 27, 2026, in New York. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T18:47:49.657+04:00 How the Iran war reshaped the global economy — and created winners and losers Iran war, global economy, oil prices, stock markets, clean energy, electric vehicles, fertilizer crisis, food insecurity, airline costs, Strait of Hormuz, war profiteering, Trump businesses, defense contractors, AI enthusiasm, IMF outlook https://gulfnews.com/uae/ajman-police-shares-essential-home-safety-tips-before-travelling-1.500657295 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/n9tglbi7/travel Gulf News en 2026-08-30T18:34:17.513+04:00 Ajman Police shares essential home safety tips before travelling UAE, Travel https://gulfnews.com/world/nepal-flood-death-toll-rises-to-781-with-2502-missing-disaster-authority-1.500657252 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/5bxztmhh/20260828382.JPG Nepal flash floods: Death toll climbs Gulf News en 2026-08-30T18:06:35.468+04:00 Nepal flood death toll rises to 781, with 2,502 missing: disaster authority World https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-al-maleh-festival-draws-crowds-brings-uaes-centuries-old-fishing-traditions-to-life-1.500657258 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/8vdhj2oe/Fishing-Festival-2026.jpeg The festival, which concluded on Sunday, brought together more than 80 exhibitors, including over 50 productive families, 10 companies specialising in fishing equipment and about 20 government and private entities. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:57:39.730+04:00 Sharjah Al Maleh Festival draws crowds, brings UAE’s centuries-old fishing traditions to life UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/how-to-beat-the-uae-traffic-surge-expected-as-127-million-students-go-back-to-school-1.500657248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-30/xjhej8ho/1_16a08008690_686686_2186725148_16a08008690_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2en7uhk8/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_30_at_4_16_37_PM.jpeg Thomas Edelmann https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/rm8akih1/Stalin. Stalin Meledath Mohanan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2sn4l3vd/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_30_at_4_15_36_PM.jpeg Shahina Shabeer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/l7sjkzkh/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-4.31.38-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:35:06.200+04:00 How to beat the UAE traffic surge expected as 1.27 million students go back to school Transport, Education, UAE, UAE, Back-to-school, Traffic https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-heat-tops-50c-as-bada-dafas-records-countrys-highest-temperature-1.500657247 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qfg2x0sd/Hot-weather.avif UAE temperatures soar past 50°C as Bada Dafas in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafrah records the country’s highest reading of 50.1°C, NCM data shows. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:32:01.236+04:00 UAE heat tops 50°C as Bada Dafas records country’s highest temperature Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/marc-marquez-wins-aragon-motogp-grand-prix-1.500657228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/i9hijalv/newsml_afp_com_20260830T131745Z_doc_c6un3lz.jpeg Team Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez celebrates on the podium after winning the MotoGP race of the Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz, northeastern Spain, on August 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/an29htn1/newsml_afp_com_20260830T122621Z_doc_c6uk7er.jpeg Team Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez (R) competes against Team Red Bull KTM Factory Racing's Pedro Acosta in the MotoGP race during the Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz, northeastern Spain, on August 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:23:53.993+04:00 Marc Marquez wins Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-floods-teacher-rang-the-bell-1-643-children-escaped-minutes-later-school-was-swept-away-1.500657237 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ms5mxqs7/nepal_rescue_1788095045068.jpg An Army personnel carries a rescued infant in the aftermath of flash floods at Trishuli camp in Nepal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/mf3zgk9n/teacher.gif Dawadi, 47, principal and an English teacher at Tribhuvan Trishuli Secondary School in Nepal’s Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/01ta24iy/nepal1q_1788095042419.jpg A young boy is helped by a women to put up a photograph of her missing relative on a wall alongside photographs of missing and deceased people displayed outside a government hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:22:17.464+04:00 Nepal floods: Teacher rang the bell, 1,643 children escaped. Minutes later, school was swept away Asia, World, China, india, China, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/sport/tour-de-france-champion-tadej-pogačar-shares-hospital-photo-after-frightening-crash-1.500657239 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zkdqui64/preview.jpg Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader's red jersey celebrates on the podium after the second stage of the La Vuelta cycling race, with start in Monaco and finish in Manosque, France, Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/lztr3i3f/pod.png Tadej Pogačar Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:17:23.459+04:00 Tour de France champion Tadej Pogačar shares hospital photo after frightening crash Tadej Pogacar vuelta injury update https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/at-least-six-die-in-ferry-capsize-off-northern-cyprus-1.500657150 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/aoa5aaq8/boat.jpg The cause of the capsize was not immediately known. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:15:54.193+04:00 At least six dead after ferry capsizes off Northern Cyprus Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-lebanon-establish-joint-business-council-to-boost-trade-and-investment-1.500657223 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/0t9norrr/18p06q8x1ka15pnpn.jpeg The UAE-Lebanon Business Council aims to deepen economic ties, promote two-way investments and support strategic partnerships between companies in both countries. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:04:56.972+04:00 UAE, Lebanon establish joint business council to boost trade and investment Business, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/21-year-old-nurse-found-dead-in-hyderabad-hospital-quarters-after-suspected-assault-1.500657230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/kaxzyqv4/Crime-scene Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:51:32.230+04:00 21-year-old nurse found dead in Hyderabad hospital quarters after suspected assault India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/new-to-anime-10-beginner-friendly-series-to-start-with-and-where-to-stream-them-1.500657202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/mvgs7k3u/filters-quality95formatwebp.webp Demon Slayer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/x7a74lay/images-23.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6fj53s1b/Fullmetal-Alchemist.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/twwia8jy/250914-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-vl-359p-43210c.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/44yzyakt/G4PH0WXVJ_backdrop_wide.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6syz4vk1/attack-on-titan.jpg.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/iiud90ex/jujutsu-kaisen-3.jpg.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qxyzyn2x/images-24.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/xquipsbp/images-25.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/w08al31k/haikyu-1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1ow95f6c/one-punch-mans-season-3-opening-saitama.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:49:06.864+04:00 New to anime? 10 beginner-friendly series to start with, and where to stream them Entertainment, anime https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-sends-903-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-to-gaza-in-five-convoys-1.500657203 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/8du2ls9j/uae.jpg 74 trucks delivered food, educational materials and shelter items under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:39:41.940+04:00 UAE sends 903 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza in five convoys UAE humanitarian aid, Gaza aid, Operation Chivalrous Knight, Gaza humanitarian, UAE Gaza support, aid convoys, Palestinian relief, Gaza relief, Al Arish hub, aid logistics, relief convoys, UAE relief efforts, humanitarian supplies, Palestinian aid, Gaza basic needs https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indias-airline-sector-faces-a-harsh-reality-check-after-years-of-rapid-growth-1.500656867 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/c5j7dwzo/Indian_Airlines__Indigo__Air_India_17ccc8f9458_original_ratio.jpg Air India and IndiGo’s troubles highlight the challenges facing the world’s third-largest domestic market. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:26:48.912+04:00 India’s airline sector faces a harsh reality check after years of rapid growth India aviation, Air India, IndiGo airlines, airline safety, Indian airlines, aviation crisis, airline losses, aviation regulation, pilot safety, airline duopoly, domestic aviation, jet fuel, airspace closure, aviation growth, airline competition https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/casio-g-shock-ga-2100-review-the-casioak-earned-its-cult-status-1.500651493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/4mq088d6/gshock-1.png Casio G-Shock GA 2100 in rugged style with a city backdrop Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:00:00.000+04:00 Casio G-Shock GA 2100 review: the CasiOak earned its cult status Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/uae-markets-free-of-eggs-recalled-in-us-over-salmonella-fears-1.500657159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/0tz6mk9q/newsml_afp_com_20260818T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291059337.jpeg UAE markets are free of US-recalled eggs linked to salmonella fears, reassuring consumers after thorough food safety checks and import reviews. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T15:35:39.762+04:00 UAE markets free of eggs recalled in US over salmonella fears Environment, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/wolverine-magneto-and-more-who-is-still-missing-from-marvels-new-x-men-team-1.500657102 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zf3wxov1/Wolverine-attacks-Magneto.avif Feige confirmed more casting is coming in the months ahead, which means the lineup unveiled in Anaheim is a first wave, not the finished team. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/07/26/Deadpool---Wolverine_190eea481d5_large.jpg Deadpool & Wolverine https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1z8mkbyi/MaxEisenhardt28Magneto29fromInvincibleIronManVol517.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/nmjq5oak/why-do-many-x-men-characters-have-blue-skin-the-beast-v0-oLQTs8CGEjxUi3seSnqpz7U7hLRUeD83ClruId0ydMM.jpg.webp Mystique, Nightcrawler and Beast https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/40qzfydy/images-22.jpeg Iceman Kitty Pryde by Deniz de leon Gulf News en 2026-08-30T15:02:02.753+04:00 Wolverine, Magneto and more: who is still missing from Marvel's new X-Men team? Entertainment, HollyWood, Marvel https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/tearful-roger-federer-inducted-into-international-tennis-hall-of-fame-1.500656809 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/8wfrfi2w/newsml_afp_com_20260829T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292635914.jpeg Roger Federer tries to hold back his tears during his induction ceremony at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Newport, R.I. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:48:45.702+04:00 Tearful Roger Federer inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame Roger Federer, Tennis Hall, Hall of Fame, International Tennis, Federer induction, Grand Slam, Swiss legend, Wimbledon champion, tennis legend, retired star, emotional speech, Newport ceremony, tennis tribute, ATP tour, Stefan Edberg https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/how-the-uae-could-turn-longer-lives-into-a-longevity-economy-1.500657119 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/bmhsd0fr/People_jog_during_early_hours_in_Dubai_with_the_foreground_of_greenery_in_Dubai_on_August_23__2023__.jpg Picture used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/9v6815p3/Dmitry-Kaminskiy-General-Partner-Deep-Knowledge-Group.png Dmitry Kaminskiy Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:35:44.186+04:00 How the UAE could turn longer lives into a longevity economy Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-hospital-fire-8-officials-suspended-as-probe-reveals-failures-behind-14-newborn-deaths-1.500656793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/ubrlckwo/newsml_afp_com_20260827T154727Z_doc_c6nb2cq.jpeg Activists light candles next to flowers placed outside the Mother and Child Health ward to protest against the death of infants in a fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital in Islamabad on August 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:31:38.091+04:00 Pakistan hospital fire: 8 officials suspended as probe reveals failures behind 14 newborn deaths Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/taco-bell-returns-to-uae-after-14-years-as-americana-plans-gcc-expansion-1.500657116 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/btsgaatt/newsml_afp_com_20260714T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286105584.jpeg In an aerial view, a person enters a Taco Bell restaurant on July 14, 2026 in Pasadena, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:28:04.690+04:00 Taco Bell returns to UAE after 14 years as Americana plans GCC expansion Retail, UAE, Retail https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/iceland-voters-reject-proposal-to-revive-eu-membership-talks-1.500657047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/o5xiclmg/preview.jpg Leaders of the 'No' campaign react as early results from rural Iceland put the 'No' side ahead during an election-night gathering in Reykjavik, Iceland, Saturday, August 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:26:18.953+04:00 Iceland voters reject proposal to revive EU membership talks Iceland referendum, EU membership, EU talks, accession talks, Iceland EU, EU referendum, Iceland voters, euroskepticism, Iceland politics, European solidarity, fishing rights, Cod Wars, Schengen zone, Iceland economy, Kristrun Frostadottir https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/will-iranians-revolt-as-economic-pain-deepens-tehran-is-already-preparing-1.500657103 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6zo0zxxk/uiranpetrl_1788083679662.jpg Motorists queue for fuel in Iran as economic pressure and uncertainty over petrol prices add to concerns about renewed public unrest. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/h8my9oqx/Iran_protests_1574229548777_16e87649ee9_original_ratio.jpg File picture: A sudden increase in petrol prices triggered nationwide demonstrations in 2019. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:10:31.875+04:00 Will Iranians revolt as economic pain deepens? Tehran is already preparing Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-president-establishes-national-program-for-advanced-sciences-and-technologies-1.500657100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/omzj3u4b/flag The programme aims to strengthen industrial capabilities, increase the competitiveness of Emirati products and support national sovereignty in vital sectors. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:04:31.885+04:00 UAE President establishes National Program for Advanced Sciences and Technologies Education, UAE, technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-china-floods-death-toll-reaches-752-as-more-than-3000-remain-missing-1.500656838 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/te1hkoyy/1.jpg The number of people missing in the catastrophic flood that sliced through the border area between Nepal and Tibet exceeded 3,000 on Sunday, as rescuers searched for survivors. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/fa901r21/6.jpg In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescuers carry out search and rescue operations at the mudslide-hit Gyirong Port in Gyirong County, southwestern China's Tibet Autonomous Region on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026. (Lhasa fire and rescue mobile detachment//Xinhua via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:57:55.721+04:00 Nepal-China floods death toll reaches 752 as more than 3,000 remain missing Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-back-to-school-2026-record-127-million-students-to-return-with-phased-start-and-new-reforms-1.500657076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-25/q6vfwmz2/NAT_250825_DPS_Amna.jpg First day after summer break at Delhi Private school in Sharjah in 2025. Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:39:24.864+04:00 UAE Back to School 2026: Record 1.27 million students to return with phased start and new reforms Education, UAE, UAE, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-deports-more-than-14900-after-nationwide-residency-crackdown-1.500657053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/0rtzu6gv/KSA The campaign also resulted in the arrest of 1,450 people attempting to enter Saudi Arabia illegally. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:29:19.649+04:00 Saudi Arabia deports more than 14,900 after nationwide residency crackdown Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-school-year-starts-monday-how-many-teaching-days-and-holidays-are-there-1.500657064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zc9hhen2/UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6veve13z/gulfnews2026-03-05kw4mmsogBack-to-school.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:23:06.750+04:00 UAE school year starts Monday, how many teaching days and holidays are there? Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/man-stabs-brother-four-times-after-row-over-who-should-care-for-elderly-mother-1.500657060 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/97nnnzhc/Stabbing The victim suffered one stab wound to the back and three to the thigh and was taken to Mabarra Maadi Hospital in critical condition. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/a866rfwz/congerdesign_hands_4052466.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:19:02.682+04:00 Man stabs brother four times after row over who should care for elderly mother Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/chelsea-sign-argentine-goalkeeper-emiliano-martinez-from-aston-villa-1.500657054 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/olsaqra3/newsml_afp_com_20260719T194902Z_doc_c2l69kt.jpeg Emiliano Martinez Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:17:10.318+04:00 Chelsea sign Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa on three-year deal Emiliano Martinez, Chelsea transfer, Chelsea goalkeeper, Aston Villa, Argentina keeper, Chelsea signing, transfer deadline, World Cup winner, Golden Glove, UEFA Europa, Premier League, Arsenal career, FA Cup, Argentina goalkeeper, Chelsea news https://gulfnews.com/world/offbeat/indian-army-pilots-carry-out-daring-high-altitude-rescue-at-18600-feet-near-nun-kun-1.500657059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/c28vgvih/rescue.jpg Pilots evacuate the patient from steep mountain slope with no space to land. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:01:08.217+04:00 Indian Army pilots carry out daring high-altitude rescue at 18,600 feet near Nun Kun Indian Army rescue, high altitude, Nun Kun, Army aviation, casualty evacuation, helicopter rescue, one skid landing, mountain rescue, Fire and Fury Corps, thin air, last light, strong winds, steep slope, Indian military, air wing rescue https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/back-to-school-5-laptops-on-noon-that-combine-performance-portability-and-value-for-students-1.500650435 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/8ktpvi56/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-24-2026-020317-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/g7btncui/d910e2a9-6f16-40bc-af9b-df11276e574e.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/idc634il/b6a25ffd-ce68-4516-9bf0-97dbbb373e04.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/g96t53z6/10bc901b-f37f-4d97-a0ab-1f7ad529e427.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/shrik8xq/cfc2ca57-6cf1-4f76-b09c-d48887c2b5ac.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/j7lzxyi1/ee4047b5-5695-4e2f-b4b1-47badaa7c751.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:00:00.000+04:00 Back to School: 5 laptops on noon that combine performance, portability and value for students Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/stray-kids-lee-know-donates-100-million-won-to-help-nepal-flood-victims-1.500657050 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/o0uio69i/LeeKnowofStrayKidsSeptember220258.png Lee Know made the donation on 28 August through the international relief organisation World Vision Korea Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:50:32.668+04:00 Stray Kids' Lee Know donates 100 million won to help Nepal flood victims Entertainment, Music, Kpop https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-police-warns-dh1000-fine-for-passing-stopped-school-buses-1.500657042 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/kwgwijhb/School Failing to stop carries a Dh1,000 fine and 10 traffic points, police said, reiterating traffic rules designed to protect pupils crossing roads around school buses. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:42:08.851+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police warns: Dh1,000 fine for passing stopped school buses Education, Living-Transport, Education, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/nafis-sets-two-cases-for-emirati-women-in-private-sector-to-receive-child-allowance-1.500657039 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2fumfyoe/NAFIS The allowance is available where the husband has died, or where the woman is supporting her children because her husband is unable to earn or is unemployed. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:33:47.645+04:00 Nafis sets two cases for Emirati women in private sector to receive child allowance UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-readies-10000-school-buses-for-more-than-279000-pupils-1.500657031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/bxhk14vs/AD Abu Dhabi Mobility has declared more than 10,000 licensed school buses ready to operate, with the fleet expected to transport more than 279,000 students during the 2026-27 academic year. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:24:28.610+04:00 Abu Dhabi readies 10,000 school buses for more than 279,000 pupils Education, Transport, Education, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/addisu-gobena-peres-jepchirchir-smash-course-record-in-historic-sydney-marathon-wins-1.500656804 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2dv9vsyi/newsml_afp_com_20260829T232823Z_doc_c6ty4uj.jpeg Ethiopia's Addisu Gobena celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the 2026 Sydney Marathon in Sydney on August 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/sbs8vc4r/newsml_afp_com_20260829T233631Z_doc_c6ty4ur.jpeg Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir celebrates as she crosses the finish line to win the Women’s section of the 2026 Sydney Marathon in Sydney on August 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:18:19.337+04:00 Addisu Gobena, Peres Jepchirchir smash course record in historic Sydney Marathon wins Sydney Marathon, Addisu Gobena, Peres Jepchirchir, World Marathon Major, course record, marathon results, Ethiopian runners, Kenyan runners, Sydney race, marathon winners, Harbour Bridge, Opera House finish, wheelchair race, Daniel Romanchuk, Manuela Schar https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-steps-in-to-help-iraqi-boy-with-sma-facing-two-month-treatment-deadline-1.500657022 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/drmpv489/UAE Abdulrahman Muhannad Al Ajili, who is 11 years and 10 months old, is at a critical stage in his treatment journey, with the window for receiving the appropriate therapy narrowing rapidly. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:14:27.193+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed steps in to help Iraqi boy with SMA facing two-month treatment deadline UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salim-khan-sent-his-son-to-apologise-to-me-subhash-ghai-on-physical-fight-with-salman-khan-1.500656997 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2y93r7l2/images-21.jpeg Subhash Ghai and Salman Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:47:20.464+04:00 'Salim Khan sent his son to apologise to me': Subhash Ghai on physical fight with Salman Khan Entertainment, Salman Khan https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-expands-global-sports-partnerships-to-build-future-champions-1.500656714 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/rens4869/fco06pqu1ka1pgmpo.jpeg Partnerships span football, basketball, UFC, golf, rugby, badminton and more. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:42:37.352+04:00 UAE expands global sports partnerships to build future champions Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/old-kingdom-officials-tomb-uncovered-in-egypts-saqqara-necropolis-1.500656736 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/bmgi9qhc/fup06p6r1ka1tj1po.jpeg Find includes inscribed alabaster objects bearing the name of Sekhentyu-Ptah. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:38:49.594+04:00 Old Kingdom official’s tomb uncovered in Egypt’s Saqqara necropolis Saqqara tomb, Old Kingdom, Sekhentyu-Ptah, Egypt archaeology, Saqqara necropolis, Bubasteion sector, Royal chamberlain, burial shafts, false door, alabaster tools, mortuary practices, faience ushabti, stone sarcophagi, wooden falcon, Egyptian tombs https://gulfnews.com/sport/abu-dhabi-chess-festival-enters-32nd-edition-with-record-global-reach-1.500656801 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/otj19li3/Chess.jpg The 32nd edition brings together more than 2,400 players from across the world. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:28:24.600+04:00 Abu Dhabi Chess Festival enters 32nd edition with record global reach Abu Dhabi Chess, Chess Festival, Abu Dhabi tournament, World Chess Olympiad, international chess, FIDE calendar, Grandmasters, UAE chess, Abu Dhabi Sports, chess legacy, global tournament, Emirati players, Salem Abdulrahman, Rouda Al Serkal, chess infrastructure https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/rare-white-falcon-sells-for-dh15-million-at-adihex-2026-in-abu-dhabi-1.500656776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/wsqb25fl/54c06qqx1ka01zmpo.jpeg This white Gyr Garmousha chick was bred by a falcon farm in the US. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:21:17.132+04:00 Rare white falcon sells for Dh1.5 million at ADIHEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi ADIHEX 2026, white falcon, falcon auction, Abu Dhabi, Ultra White Gyr, Dh1.5 million, falconry heritage, Emirati heritage, falcon breeding, Mark Moglich farm, ADNEC Group, Sheikh Hamdan, falcon exhibition, hunting exhibition, equestrian show https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/one-dead-five-wounded-in-shooting-near-rave-in-northern-switzerland-1.500656924 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/o7o66i50/images.jpg One person was killed and five others were wounded, some of them seriously, in a shooting at a rave party in northern Switzerland, local police said on Sunday. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:13:49.109+04:00 One dead, five wounded in shooting near rave in northern Switzerland Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-sends-83-tonnes-of-urgent-aid-to-flood-hit-nepal-1.500656953 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1oqyzjcw/aid.jpg UAE aid includes food, shelter supplies and other essentials for affected communities. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:09:32.503+04:00 UAE sends 83 tonnes of urgent aid to flood-hit Nepal Government, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/tom-cruise-on-days-of-thunder-2-the-speed-the-excitement-and-all-that-danger-1.500656971 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/5oqkdkjz/anne-tom-2.jpg.webp Days of Thunder 2 races into cinemas on 2 June 2028. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:09:10.629+04:00 Tom Cruise on Days of Thunder 2: 'The speed, the excitement and all that danger' HollyWood, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-to-build-a-new-highway-parallel-to-al-khail-road-and-mohammed-bin-zayed-road-1.500656972 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/g8dsnk9r/Meydan-road.jpg The new Dubai road project will include 17 kms of roads and 3.7 km of bridges. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/by9a7rb7/gulfnews_2026_08_30_nntt0laf_meydan_three.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/7n0pwaf3/Medyan-two.jpg New road project would improve traffic distribution, enhance mobility between key areas and provide alternative routes across the main road network. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/41t6jgi0/info-rta.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/nntt0laf/meydan-three.jpg The projects will connect major arterial roads including Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:59:54.975+04:00 RTA to build a new highway parallel to Al Khail Road and Mohammed bin Zayed Road Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/palestinian-ambassadors-message-touched-hearts-gargash-says-1.500656969 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qw728mdm/Palestine The event was attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan as well as diplomats, business leaders and community figures. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:59:40.587+04:00 Palestinian ambassador’s message ‘touched hearts’, Gargash says UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-bin-zayed-hails-adihex-role-in-preserving-uae-heritage-1.500656944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qsgyo0tg/IMG6750.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/xif3uoba/IMG6756.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/fb1d7z19/IMG6757.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:15:45.421+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed hails ADIHEX role in preserving UAE heritage UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-compression-socks-help-on-long-flights-1.500652667 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/b9rajbab/travelsocks-1.png A passenger wearing compression socks while seated on a long flight Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:00:00.000+04:00 Why compression socks help on long flights Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/toxic-box-office-day-4-yash-film-crosses-rs-190-crore-but-slows-sharply-on-saturday-1.500656923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/7p3i2o83/202504203383128.jpg Yash plays dual roles in the film. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T09:58:29.123+04:00 Toxic box office day 4: Yash film crosses Rs 190 crore but slows sharply on Saturday Entertainment, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/god-saved-us-all-36-member-malayali-group-caught-in-nepal-flash-floods-returns-to-keralam-1.500656900 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/syn9sizl/4.jpg Houses lie partially submerged in muddy water along a riverside after flash floods at Trishuli Bazar in Nepal's Nuwakot district. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T09:07:36.214+04:00 'God saved us all': 36-member Malayali group caught in Nepal flash floods returns to Keralam Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-and-flydubai-flight-updates-1.500656881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/190y7f8m/gulfnews2026-03-018qzb1p7wEK-Collage.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/wr70gtxf/gulfnews2026-03-061q8wxkljDubaiairport.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T08:11:37.366+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai flight updates Aviation, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nearly-3000-missing-as-nepal-tibet-flood-search-continues-1.500656805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ybagl0wg/3.jpg Nepali soldiers prepare helicopters for morning rescue sorties at Trishuli in Nepal's Nuwakot district. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T07:27:29.550+04:00 Nearly 3,000 missing as Nepal-Tibet flood search continues Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-at-six-months-82-ships-redirected-under-us-blockade-hezbollah-rejects-israel-lebanon-deal-1.500656040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/raep2rzg/HQ0DNriXoAAspzp.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/21/190821-Hormuz_16cb1f27d57_large.jpg File picture: US Navy keep watch on Iranian fast attack craft in the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/4qvlmk0y/HQ2PtK3XgAATSSA.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T07:11:32.265+04:00 US-Iran war at six months: 82 ships redirected under US blockade, Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon deal Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Israel, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-sweeps-awards-hyun-bins-k-drama-feud-flares-up-and-han-so-hee-talks-heartbreak-this-week-in-k-entertainment-1.500656638 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/mj3u3glo/hyun-bin.jpeg Hyun Bin is ready for Round 2: Made in Korea. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wxgkrpb4/hyun-bin.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T07:00:00.000+04:00 BTS sweeps awards, Hyun Bin's K-Drama feud flares up and Han So-Hee talks heartbreak: This week in K-Entertainment Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/aishwarya-was-cosmetic-subhash-ghai-recalls-casting-her-in-taal-1.500656833 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/lhpri2u7/TAAAA.jpg Aishwarya Rai, Akshaye Khanna and Anil Kapoor starred in lead roles in Subhash Ghai’s 1999 musical hit Taal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/tx5w0wr3/aaaa.jpg Aishwarya Rai became a global sensation in 1994 after winning the prestigious Miss World crown. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ob3exch6/dddd.jpg Aishwarya Rai made her acting debut in Mani Ratnam’s 1997 film Iruvar, starring alongside Mohanlal. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:40:00.000+04:00 ‘Aishwarya was cosmetic’: Subhash Ghai recalls casting her in Taal BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dil-chahta-hai-at-25-aamir-saif-farhan-reunite-as-akshaye-misses-out-1.500656840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/c11gswnm/SSSS.jpg Farhan Akhtar, Dimple Kapadia, Aamir Khan and Saif Ali Khan at ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ reunion in Mumbai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/dp3ve51w/Dil_Chahta_Hai_173d850c2af_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:38:24.548+04:00 ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ at 25: Aamir, Saif, Farhan reunite as Akshaye misses out BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-temperatures-could-hit-49c-on-sunday-before-rain-chances-return-1.500656835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/mlasun7y/Weather Fair to partly cloudy conditions on Sunday, with humidity increasing overnight and into Monday morning. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:30:45.859+04:00 UAE weather: Temperatures could hit 49°C on Sunday before rain chances return Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/a-warrior-how-a-97-year-old-survived-nepals-devastating-floods-1.500656829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/b2rupjy7/NEPAL-091367.jpg Rescuers use an earthmover to carry 97-year-old Guna Maya Bohara to safety after she was rescued from beneath rubble following flash floods along the Trishuli River in Nepal’s Nuwakot district Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:15:00.000+04:00 ‘A warrior’: How a 97-year-old survived Nepal’s devastating floods Asia, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/back-to-school-uae-is-your-childs-lunchbox-safe-in-the-heat-from-ice-packs-to-hygiene-what-matters-most-1.500656794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/sd1j59r1/pexels-katerina-holmes-5905686.jpg The clock starts ticking the moment perishable food leaves the fridge. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/2nidnmcq/ruba.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/lgzzj31z/anika.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/phx6xysv/shruthi.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:00:00.000+04:00 Back to school UAE: Is your child’s lunchbox safe in the heat? From ice packs to hygiene, what matters most Education, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/our-vibes-didn-t-match-how-india-s-marriage-checklist-is-getting-a-makeover-1.500656786 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/07/06/Indian-wedding_17a7aeac244_large.jpg India’s traditional marriage checklist is changing as younger generations increasingly prioritise compatibility, independence and shared values. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T05:11:00.000+04:00 ‘Our vibes didn’t match’: How India’s marriage checklist is getting a makeover India, Lifestyle, india, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-china-over-deadly-tibet-floods-1.500656616 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/nmvu8655/mql06pqm1ka1l6qpo.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/43ul7eu5/newsml_afp_com_20260829T024656Z_doc_c6ru8a6.jpeg Fire and rescue personnel prepare to conduct search and rescue operations at Gyirong Port, which was damaged after a mudslide two days earlier, in Gyirong County, in China’s western Tibet region on August 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T00:09:45.215+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with China over deadly Tibet floods Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/tadej-pogacar-to-undergo-collarbone-surgery-after-vuelta-crash-1.500656719 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/7m9b9jx4/newsml_afp_com_20260825T160953Z_doc_c6gp4zq.jpeg UAE Team Emirates - XRG team's Slovenian rider Tadej Pogacar celebrates on the podium after winning the fourth stage of the Vuelta a Espana 2026, a 104,8 km race between Andorra-la-Vella and Andorra-la-Vella on August 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T23:36:14.648+04:00 Tadej Pogacar to undergo collarbone surgery after Vuelta crash Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-returns-to-us-open-as-tennis-stardom-beckons-1.500656469 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/6zf5y6n9/preview.jpg Alexandra Eala, of the Philippines, waves to the crowd in Toronto, Aug. 9, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T23:32:39.907+04:00 Alex Eala returns to US Open as tennis stardom beckons Tennis, tag https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/trumps-biggest-oil-deal-in-history-what-we-know-1.500656603 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/mzf52v8s/preview.jpg The 100-year agreement covers fields with a reported potential of 65 billion barrels. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T23:18:31.497+04:00 Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in history’: What we know economy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/jordanian-toddler-heads-to-dubai-for-24m-treatment-funded-by-sheikh-mohammed-1.500656708 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/bot3mvwl/Katia Katia Abu Al Saud travelled with her mother from Queen Alia International Airport and is due to receive treatment at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T22:58:36.621+04:00 Jordanian toddler heads to Dubai for $2.4m treatment funded by Sheikh Mohammed UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-central-bank-orders-urgent-banque-misr-review-after-us-proposal-1.500656705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/xpn1eq7y/UAE Gulf News en 2026-08-29T22:46:09.200+04:00 UAE Central Bank orders urgent Banque Misr review after US proposal Banking, UAE Central Bank https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-one-participant-takes-home-dh100000-check-if-you-won-a-prize-1.500656263 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/evnugyah/Screenshot-2026-08-29-at-9.31.41-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260829 Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:55:43.182+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: One participant takes home Dh100,000 – check if you won a prize UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/ely-buendia-chito-miranda-take-opm-back-to-dubai-2-rock-icons-2-bands-one-night-of-nostalgia-1.500656625 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wsznout4/Chito-and-Ely.jpg Between Eraserheads nostalgia and Parokya ni Edgar sing-alongs: Filipino music legends Chito Miranda (left) and Ely Buendia, are set to stage a concert in Dubai on Sunday August 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/23/coca_cola_arena_16a49050d6b_large.jpg The Coca Cola Arena in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/mgja9wak/ParokyaniEdgar.jpg Parokya ni Edgar at a live performance in 2016. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/1v528b95/Eraserheads.png The Eraserheads during their landmark Huling El Bimbo reunion concert in 2022. From left: Marcus Adoro, Ely Buendia, Buddy Zabala and Raimund Marasigan — the four men who helped redefine the sound and spirit of OPM. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:39:49.389+04:00 Ely Buendia, Chito Miranda take OPM back to Dubai: 2 rock icons, 2 bands, one night of nostalgia Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/c1z869f-uae-president-and-mohammed-bin-rashid-meet-marmoom-1.500656647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/ihpivtsl/5yf06p5s1ka1me4po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:34:46.875+04:00 UAE President and Mohammed bin Rashid meet at Al Marmoom in Dubai Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/kufiyas-flags-music-and-food-thousands-gather-in-dubai-for-inaugural-celebration-of-palestinian-culture-1.500656620 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wdd191ax/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.14.jpeg The inaugural edition of “Emirates Loves Palestine” opened on August 29 at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/f2vedsok/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.13.jpeg Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/4scg61ci/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.13-2.jpeg Attendees wave UAE and Palestinian flags https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/gyex28oi/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.17-2.jpeg Tarek Sakik, Palestinian video content creator and podcaster https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/fva82dic/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.17.jpeg Abeer Al Ramahi, ambassador of the state of Palestine to the UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/dzzlh4lk/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-20.45.14.jpeg Fuad Naser https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wka8yl02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.17-3.jpeg Taleen Younis, Year 2 student in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/vhb38u75/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.16.jpeg Palestinians gather to chant and sing along https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/f0mxgolh/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-20.45.13.jpeg Basem Abu Dagga, board member of the Palestinian Business Council https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/ep8mhr4w/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.18.jpeg From left to right: Kenan Jaber Jawabra, Rasha Mohammed Jawabra, and Rayan Jaber Jawabra Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:14:54.602+04:00 Kufiyas, flags, music, and food: Thousands gather in Dubai for inaugural celebration of Palestinian culture people, UAE, UAE, events, Dubai, Palestine https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/the-physics-of-a-fidget-why-spinning-and-clicking-help-focus-1.500654024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/uywu09fg/fidgetspinners-1.png The small movements of fidgeting may give restless energy an outlet, making it easier to stay engaged and focused. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T20:00:00.000+04:00 The physics of a fidget: why spinning and clicking help focus Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/steel-coil-truck-triggered-deadly-15-vehicle-samail-crash-oman-police-say-1.500656522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/zetqt1f3/oman When the truck reached the congestion, its driver lost control and the load of steel coils became dislodged. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T18:34:45.691+04:00 Steel-coil truck triggered deadly 15-vehicle Samail crash, Oman police say Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/sharjah-private-schools-prepare-for-new-term-with-204000-pupils-and-six-new-campuses-1.500656513 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/f6208ekf/SPEA Sharjah welcomes new term with more schools, nurseries and Emirati teachers. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T18:33:13.771+04:00 Sharjah private schools prepare for new term with 204,000 pupils and six new campuses Living-Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/zimbabwe-crash-involving-church-minibus-kills-27-1.500656320 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-15/2py75ovm/STOCK-AMBULANCE [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-08-29T18:04:16.335+04:00 Zimbabwe crash involving church minibus kills 27 Zimbabwe crash, church minibus, road accident, fatal crash, Chivhu crash, Harare road, truck collision, Zimbabwe road safety, churchgoers killed, head-on collision, haulage truck, Zimbabwe tragedy, 27 dead, social media footage, ZBC video https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/lando-norris-extends-mclaren-stay-until-2030-1.500656309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/kvmhc5t8/newsml_afp_com_20260716T155531Z_doc_c2dv2z4.jpeg McLaren's British driver Lando Norris Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:58:59.244+04:00 Lando Norris extends McLaren stay until 2030 Lando Norris, McLaren, F1 champion, contract extension, Formula 1, McLaren F1, Norris contract, drivers title, Dutch Grand Prix, Abu Dhabi, Oscar Piastri, Andrea Stella, constructors titles, MCL39, back-to-back wins https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-august-29-1.500656491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/2v6qlfu3/20260301227f.jpg Pezeshkian said Iran's imports and exports had fallen by between 25 and 35 per cent in recent months. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:52:21.668+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know tonight, August 29 UAE, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/sport/neeraj-chopra-ruled-out-of-2026-season-with-ankle-ligament-tear-to-miss-asian-games-title-defence-1.500656391 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/k0ya2ng4/newsml_afp_com_20260731T204408Z_doc_c3qb2en.jpeg India's Neeraj Chopra Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:52:01.235+04:00 Neeraj Chopra ruled out of 2026 season with ankle ligament tear, to miss Asian Games title defence Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/jose-mourinho-says-kylian-mbappe-worthy-of-ballon-dor-1.500656439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/rgx3fsmn/newsml_afp_com_20260704T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291884354.jpeg Kylian Mbappe Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:44:46.465+04:00 Jose Mourinho says Kylian Mbappe worthy of Ballon d'Or Kylian Mbappe, Ballon d'Or, Jose Mourinho, Real Madrid, best player, World Cup, Champions League, La Liga, France captain, top scorer, World Cup record, Harry Kane, Rodri, Ousmane Dembele, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-china-flood-death-toll-rises-to-682-disaster-authority-1.500656016 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/m3leix0m/newsml_afp_com_20260827T021922Z_doc_c6l7769.jpeg Residents look at buildings submerged by mud following flash floods and a landslide disaster in Trishuli Bazar, in Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:25:53.680+04:00 Nepal-China flood death toll rises to 682: disaster authority Asia, China, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/nagarjunas-100th-film-titled-king100-set-for-december-release-1.500656450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/uqkx3l10/Nagu.jpg Nagarjuna in ‘King100’. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:03:57.623+04:00 Nagarjuna’s 100th film titled ‘King100’, set for December release South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-flood-sweeps-bank-safe-down-river-then-29-people-allegedly-break-it-open-1.500656442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/s1zz2tww/92-lakh-nepalese-rupees-is-roughly-equivalent-to-rs-58-lakh-in-indian-currency-290704529-16x90.avif Flood carried the safe downstream before police say locals broke it open and took cash. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:42:02.919+04:00 Nepal flood sweeps bank safe down river — then 29 people allegedly break it open Asia, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/scientists-asked-1000-people-to-bury-their-underwear-what-they-found-surprised-them-1.500656410 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/fxwdyl2n/buried-cotton-underwear.webp The more the cotton disappeared, the more active the microscopic life beneath the ground. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:17:18.299+04:00 Scientists asked 1,000 people to bury their underwear — what they found surprised them Europe, Offbeat https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-plan-to-scrap-h-1b-grace-period-clears-key-review-1.500656019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/2rjr7jj6/WhatsApp_Image_2023_07_28_at_13_24_49.jpeg Proposal cleared White House review with changes but has not yet been published. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:12:36.123+04:00 US plan to scrap H-1B grace period clears key review H-1B grace period, H-1B visa, US immigration, Trump administration, DHS proposal, foreign workers, Indian professionals, visa grace, USCIS rule, Federal Register, H-1B fee, tech hiring, visa policy, regulatory review, Ajay Bhutoria https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-some-sneakers-bounce-and-others-feel-flat-foam-and-drop-1.500653134 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/x8yc7tv6/cushionshoe-1.png How foam and heel drop shape a running shoe’s ride Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:00:00.000+04:00 Why some sneakers bounce and others feel flat: foam and drop Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-join-onam-celebrations-in-karama-viral-video-wins-hearts-1.500656330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/0a4r5wsq/ONAAA.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T14:34:08.843+04:00 Dubai Police join Onam celebrations in Karama, viral video wins hearts UAE, viral https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/i-am-a-wicket-taker-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-enjoys-surprise-bowling-role-1.500656326 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/lgqqh6mq/Sooryavanshi.jpg Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Gulf News en 2026-08-29T14:31:51.809+04:00 ‘I am a wicket-taker’: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi enjoys surprise bowling role Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Duleep Trophy, wicket taker, East Zone, teenage sensation, left arm spin, Ishan Kishan, India cricket, vice captain, first class, North East Zone, Rahul Dravid, BCCI Domestic, Bihar cricketer, batting all rounder https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-warns-ai-users-to-check-permissions-before-granting-camera-or-location-access-1.500656300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/oedb7y9s/UAE The Council said the greatest privacy risk posed by an AI tool may not be the information a user types into it, but the data and device functions the tool is allowed to access Gulf News en 2026-08-29T14:20:11.897+04:00 UAE warns AI users to check permissions before granting camera or location access UAE, UAE