https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-ex-judge-held-after-shooting-ex-wife-in-broad-daylight-1.500535717 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-04/7gufu3yv/court-hammer.jpg The judge admitted that he killed his ex-wife to end ongoing problems. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:47:48.844+04:00 Egypt ex-judge held after shooting ex-wife in broad daylight Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irans-guards-threaten-us-middle-east-sites-as-trump-awaits-tehran-response-1.500535292 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/oxvoxcyo/12.jpg Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) implementing a maritime blockade against the Iran-flagged crude oil tanker vessel Herby https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/mrzwvyyo/nnn.PNG https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/80umz5dh/22.jpg An ambulance rushes past the scene of an Israeli airstrike that hit a car in the coastal town of Saadiyat, south of Beirut, Lebanon. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/78f30rq3/18.jpg Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike in the southern town of Nabatieh. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/5t3yq9ka/17.jpg First responders and residents search the rubble for victims at the site of an Israeli airstrike in the southern village of Saksakieh. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/eea6jakx/15.jpg A first responder stands by a body bag as colleagues search the rubble for victims at the site of an Israeli airstrike in the southern village of Saksakieh https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/s06svkcr/16.jpg First responders search the rubble for victims at the site of an Israeli airstrike in the southern town of Nabatieh. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/x5h05589/19.jpg Residents and rescue workers search through the rubble of houses damaged by an Israeli airstrike in the village of Saksakieh. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/umgafx1k/20.jpg Residents search through the rubble of houses for survivors following an Israeli airstrike in the village of Saksakieh. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/9uar39wu/21.jpg Security forces and residents inspect and clear debris scattered across a road at the scene of an Israeli airstrike that hit a car in the coastal town of Saadiyat. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/hhxy4aeh/23.jpg Security forces and emergency responders gather around a damaged vehicle at the scene of an Israeli airstrike that hit a car in the coastal town of Saadiyat. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/1p6ipb0n/13.jpg Satellite image provided by European Space Agency shows an apparent oil spill off the western side of Kharg Island Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:47:04.512+04:00 Iran sends response on US proposal via Pakistan; UAE intercepts 2 drones Mena, Americas, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/vijay-holds-first-law-and-order-review-meeting-after-becoming-tamil-nadu-cm-1.500535733 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/cwvlsowk/newsml_afp_com_20260510T064438Z_doc_b2dt6tf.jpeg Newly elected chief minister of India's Tamil Nadu state, C. Joseph Vijay speaks after taking the oath during his swearing-in ceremony in Chennai on May 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:41:26.352+04:00 Vijay holds first law and order review meeting after becoming Tamil Nadu CM India, India-elections, Tamil Cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-cuts-patrol-crashes-by-28-honours-94-drivers-1.500535688 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/et0u08fi/28-Drop-in-Police-Vehicle-Accidents Dubai Police honours 94 safe drivers as patrol vehicle accidents fall by 28 per cent across Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/g2cmv3a0/28-Drop-in-Police-Vehicle-Accidents Dubai Police honours 94 safe drivers as patrol vehicle accidents fall by 28 per cent across Dubai Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:30:28.327+04:00 Dubai Police cuts patrol crashes by 28%, honours 94 drivers UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/show-stealer-trisha-grabs-spotlight-at-vijays-swearing-in-as-tamil-nadu-chief-minister-1.500535686 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/8jey5hbo/Trisha.jpg Actress Trisha Krishnan arrives to attend the oath-taking ceremony of TVK chief Joseph Vijay as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Chennai on Sunday. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/l1yvoc45/ANI_20260510040128.jpg Trisha Krishnan Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:21:51.477+04:00 ‘Show stealer’: Trisha grabs spotlight at Vijay’s swearing-in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister India, India-elections, Tamil Cinema https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-airways-reschedules-may-flights-amid-shift-to-kuwait-airport-1.500535699 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/06/Kuwait-Airways-aircraft_17bbc324d42_large.jpg The airline said current operations remain partial, with flights running from Terminal 4 for between eight and 10 hours daily. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:18:12.948+04:00 Kuwait Airways reschedules May flights amid shift to Kuwait airport Kuwait, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-arrests-11175-residency-labour-violators-in-week-long-crackdown-1.500535685 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/0awxem2c/Saudi-Public-Security.jpg Saudi security forces intensified nationwide crackdown on labour and residency violators. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:14:29.453+04:00 Saudi Arabia arrests 11,175 residency, labour violators in week-long crackdown Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-station-records-9905-public-safety-confidence-1.500535661 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/5cgnbfhw/Al-Rashidiya-Police-Station-Records-99.05-Safety-Perception-R Dubai Police chief reviews Al Rashidiya station’s safety and service achievements https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/7ll0m3wq/Al-Rashidiya-Police-Station-Records-99.05-Safety-Perception Dubai Police chief reviews Al Rashidiya station’s safety and service achievements Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:05:26.153+04:00 Dubai police station records 99.05% public safety confidence Crime, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/sharjah-schools-and-nurseries-to-resume-in-person-learning-from-monday-1.500535694 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/9f71m22r/school-students-UAE-Sharjah Students of Delhi Private School, Sharjah, return to campus in high spirits after the winter vacation. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T17:00:40.872+04:00 Sharjah schools and nurseries to resume in-person learning from Monday Education, Education, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/evacuation-of-hantavirus-hit-ship-begins-in-canary-islands-2-1.500535665 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/awch6lj7/newsml_afp_com_20260510T112449Z_doc_b2e76k4.jpeg Passengers wearing blue protective suits board a French govenment plane at the Tenerife Sur-Reina Sofia airport after being evacuated from the Dutch flagged hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius on the island of Tenerife in Spain's Canary Islands on May 10, 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/m0krrsgq/newsml_afp_com_20260510T122500Z_doc_b2ec2qx.jpeg Canadian passengers board a plane at the Tenerife Sur-Reina Sofia airport after being evacuated from the Dutch flagged hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius on the island of Tenerife in Spain's Canary Islands on May 10, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-05-10T16:30:44.262+04:00 Evacuation of hantavirus-hit ship begins in Canary Islands World https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/explosion-at-coal-mine-in-colombia-at-least-4-trapped-1.500535648 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/8q0jxlri/newsml_afp_com_20260505T050146Z_doc_a9u2766.jpeg Miners walk around the site of an explosion at a coal mine in Sutatausa, Cundinamarca department, Colombia on May 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T16:19:43.818+04:00 Explosion at coal mine in Colombia, at least 4 trapped Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/indian-boy-7-dies-after-fall-from-building-in-bahrain-1.500535634 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/hpodzom9/Indian-boy.png Indian boy Derick Joseph Jismon, a grade 2 student, died after falling from a residential building in Bahrain. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T16:01:24.824+04:00 Indian boy, 7, dies after fall from building in Bahrain Bahrain, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-skies-to-mark-traditional-start-of-summer-with-rise-of-al-sharatain-1.500535607 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/p4o93w10/Sharatain The appearance of Al Sharatain above the eastern horizon marks a seasonal turning point recognised for centuries by Arabs and agricultural communities. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T15:59:17.108+04:00 UAE skies to mark traditional start of summer with rise of Al Sharatain Weather https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-grouped-with-formidable-south-korea-for-asian-cup-1.500535624 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/mhi33b55/UAE-football.jpg UAE face South Korea test in 2027 Asian Cup Group E draw Gulf News en 2026-05-10T15:52:49.164+04:00 UAE grouped with formidable South Korea for Asian Cup Sport, Football, UAE, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-schools-to-resume-in-person-learning-from-monday-1.500535623 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/2zzh8iqy/UAEschools KHDA confirms on-site classes and exams to continue from May 11 Gulf News en 2026-05-10T15:37:00.616+04:00 Dubai schools to resume in-person learning from Monday Education, Dubai, UAE schools, Sharjah, Ajman, Dubai school calendar https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-next-leap-in-ai-will-need-more-than-larger-language-models-1.500535611 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-26/j0tvx122/AI.jpg Artificial intelligence is increasingly moving into environments where digital systems interact with physical infrastructure, complex operational processes and dynamic real-world conditions. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T15:34:14.392+04:00 The next leap in AI will need more than larger language models Op-Eds, Technology, AI, technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-authorities-issue-clarification-after-boat-fire-in-al-jaddaf-1.500535618 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/t2hrm6xt/HH9RkpAakAAVjLZ.jpg Dubai Civil Defence douses Dubai Creek boat fire in under an hour https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/kednxc2g/HH9GLBba4AAvBzg.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/5tjdn7h2/HH9Rko6bAAAHjsL.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/se0qp9on/HH9Rko9bwAAMIrN.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/g4418ecc/HH9RkpAakAAVjLZ.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-10T15:32:56.035+04:00 Dubai authorities clarify Al Jaddaf boat fire in Dubai Creek incident UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-launches-ai-powered-training-to-fight-trafficking-1.500535591 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/w31xl37n/Dubai-Police-Strengthens-Human-.jpg Dubai Police officers during advanced anti-human trafficking investigation training. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/2l14zu68/شرطة-دبي-تُنظم-ورشة-التحقيقات-الجنائية-الحديثة-لمكافحة-الإتجار-بالبشرDubai-Police-Strengthens-Human-1.jpg Dubai Police officers during advanced anti-human trafficking investigation training. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T15:27:35.281+04:00 Dubai Police launches AI-powered training to fight trafficking Crime, UAE, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-schools-and-universities-to-resume-in-person-classes-from-monday-1.500535588 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/gcmmhlhp/UAEschools Students at Al Khaleej International School in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T15:20:11.551+04:00 UAE schools and universities to resume in-person classes from Monday Education, Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-air-defences-intercept-two-drones-launched-from-iran-today-1.500535577 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-16/ipx5fw2k/UAEflag UAE authorities say hundreds of missiles and drones have been stopped since escalation began. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T14:53:24.851+04:00 UAE air defences intercept two drones launched from Iran today Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/cargo-ship-from-abu-dhabi-hit-by-drone-near-qatar-coast-1.500535553 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/eow6o9a8/newsml_afp_com_20260310T132733Z_doc_a2nf3jn.jpeg A view of Doha's skyline. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T14:45:59.078+04:00 Cargo ship from Abu Dhabi hit by drone near Qatar coast Government, Qatar, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/wartime-lifeline-beyond-hormuz-caspian-corridor-helping-iran-survive-1.500535547 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-23/hj58t93b/newsml_afp_com_20251023T084241Z_doc_79qe79e.jpeg File picture: A Caspian Stream tanker at Korchagin's oil field in the Russian sector of the Caspian Sea some 180 km outside Astrakhan. Unlike the Gulf, the Caspian Sea is effectively closed to Western naval intervention. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/0do9zj3b/Caspian-Sea-map.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-10T14:33:28.169+04:00 Wartime lifeline: Beyond Hormuz, Caspian corridor helping Iran survive Mena, Americas, Gulf, americas, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/move-aside-abu-dhabi-emergency-vehicles-now-record-violations-1.500535521 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/kh94yoja/Abu-Dhabi-Civil-Defence The new system is designed to reduce response times by monitoring traffic congestion and field obstacles while helping emergency teams identify alternative routes in coordination with relevant authorities. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T14:30:44.680+04:00 Move aside: Abu Dhabi emergency vehicles now record violations Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/dubai-adds-300000-square-metres-of-green-spaces-in-three-months-1.500535551 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/2a9x87e3/Dubai-green-spaces The emirate added 299,963 square metres of landscaped and green areas between January and March, bringing Dubai’s total green coverage to 55.52 million square metres by the end of March. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T14:29:50.520+04:00 Dubai adds 300,000 square metres of green spaces in three months  Environment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/off-field-issues-dog-world-cup-as-one-month-countdown-begins-1.500535550 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/muy8z94y/27.jpg FIFA signage in Dilworth Park as Philadelphia prepares to host FIFA World Cup. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T14:20:23.177+04:00 Off-field issues dog World Cup, as one-month countdown begins Football https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/edufair-dubai-uae-universities-prioritise-graduate-outcomes-and-career-progression-1.500535513 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/r21dt4me/PHOTO-2026-05-09-15-55-09Panel-1.jpg Dr Gisela Lohlein, Academic Director, Head of Faculty Technology, Arts + Culture, De Montfort University Dubai, Armanda Fernandes, Manager - Careers and Employability Services, Middlesex University Dubai, Dr Roma Raina, Head - Corporate Alliances and Partnerships, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Dubai Campus and Priya Baguant, Dean – School of Business, Amity University Dubai during a panel discussion on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair 2026 Gulf News en 2026-05-10T14:13:00.838+04:00 Edufair Dubai: UAE universities prioritise graduate outcomes and career progression Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/mohammed-bin-rashid-launches-initiative-to-help-7-million-fight-blindness-1.500535499 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/9v7x440g/MBR Sheikh Mohammed said the project falls under the umbrella of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives and will target seven million beneficiaries over the next three years. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T13:27:20.309+04:00 Mohammed bin Rashid launches initiative to help 7 million fight blindness Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/dibba-al-hisn-plants-55000-seedlings-in-four-month-green-drive-1.500535488 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/tpdcqs82/Dibba-Al-Hisn According to the municipality, the planting campaign included 44,850 seasonal flowers in addition to ground covers, shrubs and trees distributed across residential districts and public areas in Dibba Al Hisn. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T13:21:23.497+04:00 Dibba Al Hisn plants 55,000 seedlings in four-month green drive Environment https://gulfnews.com/uae/gargash-says-mohamed-bin-zayed-leads-with-simplicity-and-public-trust-1.500535479 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/wqe657sh/MBZ Gargash said Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed was among the region’s most prominent leaders who “lead from the field." Gulf News en 2026-05-10T13:06:15.715+04:00 Gargash says Mohamed bin Zayed leads with simplicity and public trust UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/ras-al-khaimah-police-seize-170-motorcycles-in-safety-crackdown-1.500535471 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/qncvpfck/bikes.jpg Violators face motorcycle confiscation for 15 days in addition to a Dh2,000 fine. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T12:37:54.514+04:00 Ras Al Khaimah Police seize 170 motorcycles in safety crackdown Transport, Ras Al Khaimah https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-police-launches-ai-workshop-to-strengthen-future-readiness-1.500535462 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/mqloj1iq/AI.jpg Workshop aims to strengthen operational readiness through advanced technology. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T12:20:12.384+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police launch AI workshop to strengthen future readiness Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/eid-al-adha-in-uae-explained-sacrifice-rules-zakat-slaughterhouses-and-traditions-1.500535197 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/04/21/Eid-Al-Fitr-holidays-_1804cef3425_large.jpg Charity, zakat and meat distribution highlight spirit of giving across UAE Gulf News en 2026-05-10T12:00:00.000+04:00 Eid Al Adha in UAE explained: Sacrifice rules, zakat, slaughterhouses and traditions UAE, Eid, Eid Al Adha UAE, Eid Al Adha https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-car-bomb-attack-at-least-15-killed-three-injured-in-police-checkpoint-assault-1.500535334 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/a0etnkah/gulfnewsimport20200207Police-line1701e40e148large.avif Militants detonated a car bomb at a checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan and opened fire on police, killing at least 15 and wounding three, officials said on Sunday.  Gulf News en 2026-05-10T11:58:46.819+04:00 Pakistan car bomb attack: At least 15 killed, three injured in police checkpoint assault Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-temperatures-to-hit-42c-during-arafat-day-and-eid-al-adha-1.500535438 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/c3nxwc2y/Eid-Weather Al Jarwan said overnight temperatures during the holiday period are expected to range between 25C and 28C. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T11:43:24.999+04:00 UAE temperatures to hit 42°C during Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha Weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/last-chance-today-uae-students-and-parents-turn-out-in-large-numbers-at-edufair-dubai-1.500535434 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/ckxske41/PHOTO-2026-05-09-18-45-27-lead.jpg Edufair, featuring over 35 institutions from the UAE and abroad, is currently under way at H Hotel https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/cstudbb1/IMG9688-Emilia.jpeg Emma Dilbert with her family at Edufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/k9260duh/DPS-IMG9689.jpeg Avantika Anil, Shreeya Rajasekaran and their friend at Edufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/nt9f05cy/Lovina-IMG9690.jpeg Lovina and Vidya visited Edufair with their daughters Gulf News en 2026-05-10T11:41:28.421+04:00 Last chance today: UAE students and parents turn out in large numbers at Edufair Dubai Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-launches-worlds-first-ai-powered-smart-bus-station-1.500535433 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/bc732yec/bus-station-two.jpg Inside the new AI-powered bus station in Dubai, large real-time information displays provide live bus and Metro arrival timings, taxi availability, maps of station facilities and directions to nearby landmarks https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/xwc829b0/bus-station.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/eh5ugyv3/bus-three.jpg Dedicated displays show how crowded approaching buses are, helping commuters choose the most convenient service and reducing pressure on overcrowded routes during peak periods https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/he4umuav/bus-four.jpg The station uses solar panels to generate power and includes smart air-quality sensors Gulf News en 2026-05-10T11:27:28.590+04:00 Watch: Dubai launches world’s first AI-powered smart bus station Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/hantavirus-case-fatality-rate-source-prevention-who-spain-race-to-contain-andes-strain-1.500535354 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/uoe4euzv/newsml_afp_com_20260510T061708Z_doc_b2dn2zt.jpeg The Dutch-flagged hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius arrives at the industrial port of Granadilla de Abona on the island of Tenerife in Spain's Canary Islands to start evacuation of passengers and most crew members on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T11:08:20.181+04:00 Hantavirus: Case fatality rate, source, prevention — WHO, Spain race to contain Andes strain World, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-introduces-11-rights-and-7-obligations-to-regulate-volunteer-work-1.500535419 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/f8wru74r/IMG5098.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/znnfvcyn/IMG_5097.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/196tqysn/IMG5101.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/xke7dcqy/IMG5100.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-10T10:57:39.276+04:00 Abu Dhabi introduces 11 rights and 7 obligations to regulate volunteer work UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/non-oil-sector-drives-balanced-growth-in-gcc-economies-gcc-stat-1.500535414 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/uwxge9uh/and03m121ka0t0ipo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-10T10:41:53.698+04:00 Non-oil sector drives balanced growth in GCC economies: GCC-Stat Gulf https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-pavilion-draws-5000-visitors-at-istanbul-defence-and-aerospace-exhibition-1.500535409 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/99unrg12/IMG5103.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/uw4use7i/IMG5104.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-10T10:34:21.111+04:00 UAE pavilion draws 5,000 visitors at Istanbul Defence and Aerospace Exhibition UAE, Business, Mena, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/joseph-vijay-sworn-in-as-tamil-nadu-chief-minister-after-historic-election-win-1.500535403 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/3vsbrzrn/Vijay.jpg Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Joseph Vijay speaks during the oath taking ceremony at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Chennai on Sunday. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/8jey5hbo/Trisha.jpg Actress Trisha Krishnan arrives to attend the oath-taking ceremony of TVK chief Joseph Vijay as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Chennai on Sunday. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/ngv0bza0/Rahul.jpg Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Joseph Vijay interacts with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during oath taking ceremony of chief minister of Tamil Nadu at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Chennai on Sunday. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T10:16:22.561+04:00 Actor Joseph Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu chief minister after historic election win India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/film-rewindkandukondain-kandukondain-tabu-aishwarya-rai-and-ajith-in-a-romance-that-still-rains-poetry-1.500535397 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/78y41i6m/aishwaryatabu.avif Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Tabu in Kandukondain Kandukondain Gulf News en 2026-05-10T10:09:26.129+04:00 Film Rewind | Kandukondain Kandukondain: Tabu, Aishwarya Rai and Ajith in a romance that still rains poetry Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/cadillac-tops-100000-ev-sales-drivers-who-go-electric-never-go-back-report-1.500535352 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/zkryd5r8/Cadillac-Escalade-IQL-luxury-EV-Credit-Cadillac.webp The Cadillac Escalade IQL luxury electric vehicle. The brand has crossed a symbolic milestone in the US market, selling more than 100,000 EVs since launching its first all-electric model four years ago. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/shxer9wg/Cadillac_Lyriq_EV_lease_prices.webp The 2026 Cadillac Lyriq is an award winning, highly rated luxury electric SUV. The Lyriq comes standard with a large, curved 33.0-inch digital dashboard display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless smartphone charging pad, priced at $62,095.00 as per Car and Driver. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/6hhdrw4m/auto_lyriq_173d25ed177_original_ratio.jpg General Motors’ premium brand Cadillac has joined the fray with its first all-electric vehicle, the Lyriq. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/5w5005wu/Cadillac-EV-sales-100K-Souce-GM.webp US luxury car maker Cadillac has hit 100,000 units of cumulative EV sales since 2022. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-11/uk0knm4k/Equinox-EV.jpeg The stars of the show: Equinox EV (2 variants are shown in this picture) is a compact SUV marketed as an affordable, long-range option. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T09:56:45.172+04:00 Cadillac tops 100,000 EV sales — drivers who go electric never go back: report Auto News https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship-arrives-in-spains-canary-islands-1.500535373 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/puy5ua4n/24.jpg The Dutch-flagged hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius sails near El Medano, Tenerife, in the Canary Islands, Spain early on May 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T09:55:47.284+04:00 Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Spain's Canary Islands Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/from-the-uae-to-the-us-12-year-old-spelling-champion-chases-global-dream-1.500532560 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/jzteyjqn/Seth-Warren-Bacongallo.jpg Seth Warren Bacongallo has been set to fly to the US on May 23 to represent the UAE at the Scripps National Spelling Bee https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/jlzwubuw/Bacongallo-win.jpg Seth Warren Bacongallo's winning moment during the Spelling Bee Championship in Dubai last February https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/ubyzf86s/Bacongallos-parents.jpg Seth Warren Bacongallo's parents https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/4m3ofi2v/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-07-at-13.26.58.jpeg Seth Warren Bacongallo during one of his practice sessions Gulf News en 2026-05-10T09:30:00.000+04:00 From the UAE to the US: 12-year-old spelling champion chases global dream people, Education, Americas, Pinoy, UAE, Education, americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-deports-two-activists-from-gaza-bound-flotilla-1.500535325 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/aisuj4dr/14.jpg Spanish activist Saif Abu Keshek (L) and Brazil's activist Thiago Avila arriving in court, in the Israeli coastal city of Ashkelon Gulf News en 2026-05-10T09:24:50.903+04:00 Israel deports two activists from Gaza-bound flotilla Mena, Europe, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/can-fast-track-degrees-deliver-the-same-value-as-traditional-university-programmes-1.500535191 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/c6cxlwp9/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-17.09.47.jpeg From left to right: Dr. Bindu Nair, Tariro Masukume, Huzefa Hydrie, Sanjay Sagar, and Puja Kewalramani https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/7upyosy4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-17.10.32.jpeg Dr. Bindu Nair, assistant dean at Demont Institute of Technology and Management https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/fszyenes/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-17.10.18.jpeg Tariro Masukume, education relationships lead at ACCA https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/x168lsbo/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-17.10.51.jpeg Huzefa Hydrie, ACCA lead and senior manager at PwC Academy Middle East https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/iajom3f2/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-17.11.08.jpeg Sanjay Sagar, senior lecturer at Phoenix Financial Training https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ksuaegz6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-17.11.31.jpeg Puja Kewalramani, business programme leader at Explore Education Dubai Gulf News en 2026-05-10T08:00:00.000+04:00 Can fast-track degrees deliver the same value as traditional university programmes? Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-when-mayon-volcanos-ashfall-turns-roads-into-grey-seas-and-strangers-become-heroes-1.500535314 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-02/58ln8zwv/mayon.jpeg Pyroclastic density currents (PDCs) have been observed along the Mi-isi Gully on the south to southwestern slopes of Mayon Volcano as of 6:00 PM, May 2, 2026. This follows minor Strombolian activity that began at 4:50 PM and a lava collapse recorded at 4:28 PM, which generated rockfalls and ashfall in nearby areas. Residents in affected communities are advised to remain on high alert and avoid entering designated danger zones, especially near gullies and river channels where fast-moving hot gas and debris flows may occur. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/do281wh9/Screenshot-2026-05-10-at-11.29.20-AM.png A man is shown clearing the windscreen of a passing vehicles affected by the volcanic ash fall in Albay. Millions of tonnes of volcanic ash blanketed a huge swath of Albay province, affecting nearby towns, burying roads, rooftops and fields under a blanket of volcanic debris. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/46xf9qmh/Phil-Space-Agency.jpeg The wide swath of agricultural crop lands potentially affected by volcanic ash from the restive Mayon Volcano in Albay, the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) said on Saturday (May 9, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-05-10T07:46:31.475+04:00 Philippines: When Mayon Volcano’s ashfall turns roads into grey seas — and strangers become heroes Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/pentagon-releases-video-of-us-strike-on-iranian-tankers-1.500535313 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/92myrs4i/Tanker.jpg Pentagon footage shows US forces disabling two Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz after an exchange of fire with Iranian forces. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T07:31:25.861+04:00 Pentagon releases video of US military strike on Iranian tankers Mena, Americas, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/offbeat/humanoid-robot-ordained-as-buddhist-monk-in-south-korea-1.500535295 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/4td6woop/Monk.jpg Gabi (R), a humanoid robot dressed as a Buddhist monk, attends an ordination ceremony as part of celebrations for the upcoming Buddha's birthday at Jogye Temple in Seoul. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/xpw4h74l/Monk.jpg Gabi (R), a humanoid robot dressed as a Buddhist monk, attends an ordination ceremony as part of celebrations for the upcoming Buddha's birthday at Jogye Temple in Seoul. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T06:55:30.891+04:00 Humanoid robot ordained as Buddhist monk in South Korea Offbeat, Korea, Offbeat, Viral Video https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-tanker-strikes-rock-iran-truce-as-trump-awaits-tehran-reply-1.500534447 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/v4ttu3xh/Nimitz.jpg This US Navy handout photo released by US Central Command Public Affairs shows Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) sailing in the Arabian Sea. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/jimoe1ab/HH4iC91WQAgmq0A.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/6ka9m2h7/Ships.jpg Cargo ships, including bulk carriers and general cargo vessels, sit at anchor offshore as a small motorboat passes in the foreground, in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/bjxlh93w/Kharg.jpg This satellite image provided by European Space Agency shows an apparent oil spill in the Arabian Gulf off the western side of Kharg Island, Iran’s main crude oil export terminal. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/gjhte7h8/Lebanon.jpg A photograph taken from the southern Lebanese area of Tyre shows smoke as it rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted the village of Deir Qanoun on May 8, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/5dssdy2d/Hormuz.jpg The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) implementing a maritime blockade against the Iran-flagged crude oil tanker vessel Stream while the latter was attempting to sail toward an Iranian port. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-27/l7kxd0i4/newsml_afp_com_20260327T104513Z_doc_a4wm2t3.jpeg Crew members stand beneath an Ensign on the aft deck of HMS Dragon, a Royal Navy Type 45 Daring-class air-defence destroyer warship. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/s6r50aj6/HH4iC91WQAgmq0A.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/scyxy7ns/HH5CkYRXMAEbVn.jpg Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani Gulf News en 2026-05-10T06:39:46.676+04:00 US awaits Iran response as tensions escalate; Bahrain detains dozens in Iran-linked case Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/weather-update-dusty-skies-and-rising-humidity-expected-across-the-uae-this-week-1.500535211 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/rtpwsrxp/Weather Temperatures are forecast to range between 32°C and 37°C in coastal and island areas, while internal regions could see highs between 35°C and 42°C Gulf News en 2026-05-10T06:13:50.423+04:00 Weather update: Dusty skies and rising humidity expected across the UAE this week Weather https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/first-ball-six-off-siraj-and-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-creates-historic-t20-record-1.500535234 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/9v2vg29n/Suryavanshi Another record broken by the 15-year old https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/9v2vg29n/Suryavanshi Another record broken by the 15-year old Gulf News en 2026-05-10T06:00:00.000+04:00 First-ball six off Siraj and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi creates historic T20 record IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/eid-al-adha-2026-explained-moon-sighting-arafat-day-and-uae-holiday-1.500535173 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-18/4refq5uj/Crescentmoon Key dates for Dhul Hijjah, Arafah and Eid Al Adha 2026 in the UAE explained Gulf News en 2026-05-10T06:00:00.000+04:00 Eid Al Adha 2026 explained: Moon sighting, Arafat Day and UAE holiday  UAE, Eid, UAE Eid Al Adha, Eid Al Adha, Arafat day https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/inside-coca-cola-arenas-secret-world-how-backstage-camels-colour-coded-mms-and-megasales-keep-dubais-entertainment-engine-running-1.500533341 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/oi25z7k3/Coca-Cola-Arena-City-Walk.jpg Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-01/y2414qbs/Mark-Jan-Kar-Coca-Cola-Arena.jpg Mark Jan Kar - Coca-Cola Arena https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ec8gv4gf/Coca-Cola-Arena-Exterior.jpg Coca-Cola Arena Exterior https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/s4kn5hej/190416_coca_cola_arena_resources1_16a4505dffc_large.jpg A look at the suite https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/biyi7npk/PFL-MENA-Pride-of-Arabia-KV.jpg Two of UAE's biggest MMA stars take to the Coca-Cola Arena on May 24 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/4tzl0ciy/Anderson_2.jpeg The Dubai players built a strong relationship with their fan base at the Coca-Cola Arena https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-24/cf5uef6h/Hughes-Numergedov-new.jpg A lookback at Paul “Big News” Hughes challenging Usman Nurmagomedov for the Bellator Lightweight World Championship in the main event of PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series at the Coca-Cola Arena Gulf News en 2026-05-10T05:01:00.000+04:00 Inside Coca-Cola Arena’s secret world: How backstage camels, colour-coded M&Ms and megasales keep Dubai’s entertainment engine running Entertainment, Lifestyle, UAE, United in Strength, Sport, Business, UAE, Dubai, Music, Concert https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/who-is-pakistans-azan-awais-sialkot-talent-spotted-by-his-mother-shines-on-test-debut-1.500535227 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/pyi1sika/Screenshot-from-2026-05-10-01-02-04.png Pakistan's Azan Awais is a promising talent https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/pyi1sika/Screenshot-from-2026-05-10-01-02-04.png Pakistan's Azan Awais is a promising talent Gulf News en 2026-05-10T05:00:00.000+04:00 Who is Pakistan’s Azan Awais? Sialkot talent spotted by his mother shines on Test debut Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/what-rich-collectors-are-buying-after-luxury-prices-cooled-1.500529636 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/10/art_188061eb124_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-10T04:01:00.000+04:00 What rich collectors are buying after luxury prices cooled Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-update-humidity-fog-and-winds-expected-this-week-1.500535204 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/4c7032lt/UAE-Weather Morning humidity and light fog to linger along northern coastal areas https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/gxr7phh8/sanoj-s-33.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-20/uizddb6r/sanoj-s-33.jpg Fog alerts are issued as the UAE starts the day with low visibility and slow-moving traffic. Gulf News en 2026-05-10T00:00:32.108+04:00 UAE weather update: Humidity, fog and winds expected this week Weather, UAE weather, Weather forecast https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/putin-says-russia-ukraine-war-is-heading-to-an-end-1.500535192 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-23/w2rvcrvy/preview.jpg Russian President Vladimir Putin. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T23:29:32.656+04:00 Putin says Russia-Ukraine war is ‘heading to an end’ Americas, Ukraine, Russia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-security-attack-gunmen-and-suicide-bomber-target-police-post-killing-3-1.500535188 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/12/Stock-crime-police-jailed_17c752f0df8_large.jpg Suicide car bombing and gunfire spark deadly clash at Bannu police post Gulf News en 2026-05-09T23:24:30.781+04:00 Pakistan security attack: Gunmen and suicide bomber target police post, killing 3 Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/sabalenka-suffers-early-italian-open-exit-ahead-of-sinner-bow-2-1.500535170 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ve1q8sjb/newsml_afp_com_20260509T162821Z_doc_b2cz7ny.jpeg Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka reacts during her match against Romania's Sorana Cirstea during the WTA Rome Open tennis tournament at Foro Italico in Rome on May 9, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T22:32:43.942+04:00 Sabalenka suffers early Italian Open exit ahead of Sinner bow Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-three-winners-of-dh100000-are-you-one-of-them-1.500535133 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/i5kh83qe/Screenshot-2026-05-09-at-9.33.04-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260509 Gulf News en 2026-05-09T21:57:46.888+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Three winners of Dh100,000 – are you one of them? UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-says-arrested-irgc-linked-network-collected-funds-for-iran-based-support-1.500535122-1.500535122 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/xr000c6e/Bahrain-Flag Investigations and security reports uncovered an organisation connected to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and the ideology of “Wilayat Al Faqih”. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T21:23:20.093+04:00 Bahrain confirms arrested IRGC-linked network collected funds for Iran-based support Bahrain, crime, Bahrain, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-traffic-alert-police-warn-against-jaywalking-dh400-fines-target-dangerous-crossings-1.500535090 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/yadhn1u4/Jaywalking Ras Al Khaimah Police warned road users against jaywalking, advising the public that crossing roads from undesignated areas is a traffic offence punishable by a Dh400 fine. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T20:56:52.474+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Police warn against jaywalking, Dh400 fines target dangerous crossings UAE, traffi fines, UAE traffic fines, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-crisis-us-blockade-on-iran-remains-fully-enforced-58-ships-redirected-1.500535074 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/56n3xm4i/HGm9D4PX0AAJepd.jpg CENTCOM tightens grip on Gulf shipping as 58 vessels rerouted from Iran https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/6p3v5kmi/HHZoBMQXkAAtdoz.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/uvfpojin/HHy6EqWgAAV5pM.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T20:30:26.993+04:00 Strait of Hormuz crisis: US blockade on Iran remains fully enforced, 58 ships redirected Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-estonia-ties-abdullah-bin-zayed-estonian-fm-discuss-iran-attacks-regional-developments-1.500535030 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/wicrq95w/pks03lgp1ka1iaapo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T19:57:59.510+04:00 Abdullah bin Zayed, Estonian FM discuss bilateral relations, regional developments over phone Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/gulf-news-edufair-2026-day-1-highlights-in-pictures-1.500534972 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/9yhtjbsw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-10.42.05-AM.jpeg The 10th edition of Gulf News Edufair was inaugurated today in the presence of dignitaries representing key UAE sectors in the field of education. Seen here with Gulf News management are, from left: Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group; Dr Naji Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority; Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai; Vijay Vaghela, CEO, Gulf News; Mark Thompson, Editor-in-Chief, Gulf News, and Ashfaq Ahmed Managing Editor, Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/b6itkkux/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-10.42.31-AM.jpeg Chief Guest of Gulf News Edufair 2026, Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group, and Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai, inaugurate the exhibition in the presence of Dr Naji Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority, Tina Bhaktha, Director – GN Media, Events & Special Features, Mark Thompson, Editor-in-Chief, Gulf News, and Ashfaq Ahmed Managing Editor, Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/2qmgnbno/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-10.43.14-AM.jpeg Dignitaries share a light moment with exhibitors during the exhibition tour at the start of Day 1 of GNEdufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/qna3qrqv/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-11.12.22-AM.jpeg Visitors throng exhibitor aisles during the early hours of opening day of GNEdufair 2026. More than 35 premier universities and higher education institutions from the UAE and overseas are participating in the 10th edition of the turnkey UAE education expo this year, presenting over 1,500 career-focused programmes across engineering, business, medicine, technology, media, design and emerging sectors https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/19tte8ah/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-3.55.08-PM.jpeg Seen from left: Dr Gisela Lohlein, Academic Director, Head of Faculty Technology, Arts + Culture, De Montfort University Dubai; Armanda Fernandes, Manager - Careers and Employability Services, Middlesex University Dubai; Dr Roma Raina, Head - Corporate Alliances and Partnerships, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Dubai Campus, and Priya Baguant, Dean – School of Business, Amity University Dubai participate in a panel discussion on the topic Application to outcome: Tracking what happens after graduation, on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/liynzptu/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-4.09.41-PM.jpeg Atinderpal Sethi, CEO & Founder, ATP Stem addresses members in the audience during a Spotlight Session titled Balancing Between India and the West for Grades 11 and 12, on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/zyrzhrfn/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-5.09.47-PM.jpeg Seen from left: Dr Bindu Nair, Assistant Dean, Demont Institute of Technology and Management; Tariro Masukume, Education Relationships Lead, ACCA; Huzefa Hydrie, ACCA lead and Senior Manager, PwC Academy Middle East; Sanjay Sagar, Senior Lecturer, Phoenix Financial Training, and Puja Kewalramani, Program Leader – Business, Explore Education Dubai participate in the panel discussion titled Fast-track degrees: Cutting time, not corners, on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/jx7kgoe4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-6.05.00-PM.jpeg Parents and students seen interacting with panelists during a panel discussion on day 1 of GNEdufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/pfyzk2t5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-5.41.12-PM.jpeg Nisha Darmwal, South Asia Manager, Algoma University seen during a Spotlight Session titled From Study Pathways to Career Success in Canada with Algoma University, on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/t38wofr5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-2.05.20-PM.jpeg Day 1 of Gulf News Edufair offered enough moments for visitors to cherish and create amazing memories including the must-have selfie Gulf News en 2026-05-09T19:41:49.852+04:00 Gulf News Edufair 2026: Day 1 highlights in pictures Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/tamil-nadu-government-formation-vijay-to-take-oath-as-chief-minister-on-sunday-1.500535026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/uqgpf2d1/20260508360F.jpg Vijay stakes claim to form govt after securing support of 120 MLAs in Tamil Nadu Gulf News en 2026-05-09T19:35:14.884+04:00 Tamil Nadu government formation: Vijay to take oath as chief minister on Sunday India, India-elections https://gulfnews.com/travel/thailand-raises-airport-fees-what-international-travellers-need-to-know-1.500534989 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/ynhoc02s/Grand_palace_and_Wat_phra_keaw_at_sunset_bangkok__Thailand_18c112fd015_original_ratio.jpg Outbound travellers to pay higher fees as Thailand upgrades key aviation hubs Gulf News en 2026-05-09T18:58:53.202+04:00 Thailand raises airport fees: What international travellers need to know Travel, Asia, Tourist-destinations, travel, Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/who-chief-says-hantavirus-not-another-covid-as-tenerife-risk-remains-low-1.500534958 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/rew879wv/newsml_afp_com_20260507T163202Z_doc_b27h4zq.jpeg This handhout photograph taken and released on May 7, 2026 by the World Health Organization (WHO) shows its Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (R) speaking with WHO Health Emergencies Programme executive director Chikwe Ihekweazu prior to a virtual press conference on the hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship travel, at the WHO headquarters, in Geneva. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T18:07:55.081+04:00 WHO chief says hantavirus ‘not another COVID’ as Tenerife risk remains low Europe, Health, Covid-19 https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/plane-hits-pedestrian-during-takeoff-at-denver-airport-2-1.500534953 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/fslqfgi2/preview.jpg Frontier jet aborts takeoff after striking person on Denver runway Gulf News en 2026-05-09T17:59:10.069+04:00 Plane hits pedestrian during takeoff at Denver airport Americas, trending https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/how-students-can-navigate-indian-and-western-admission-systems-more-effectively-1.500534906 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ypozv5to/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-16.09.41.jpeg Atinderpal Sethi, CEO and founder of ATP Stem Education and Training Services, during a spotlight session titled “Balancing between India and the West for Grades 11 and 12" in Gulf News Edufair 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/f874xkia/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-16.09.40.jpeg Atinderpal Sethi, CEO and founder of ATP Stem Education and Training Services Gulf News en 2026-05-09T17:24:23.087+04:00 How students can navigate Indian and Western admission systems more effectively Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/al-otaiba-uae-receives-first-batch-of-next-generation-us-ai-chips-under-strategic-partnership-1.500534873 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/5drbw5u2/UAE-AI-Chips The first batch of advanced AI chips have been delivered to the UAE & more are on the way. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T17:17:24.470+04:00 Al Otaiba: UAE receives first batch of next-generation US AI chips under strategic partnership UAE, UAE, AI, technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/tamil-nadu-cm-oath-ceremony-tvk-gets-vck-backing-governor-skips-vijay-meet-1.500534879 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/uqgpf2d1/20260508360F.jpg Vijay stakes claim to form govt after securing support of 120 MLAs in Tamil Nadu Gulf News en 2026-05-09T16:51:39.207+04:00 Tamil Nadu CM oath ceremony: Governor to meet Vijay as TVK gets IUML, VCK support India, India-elections, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-opens-new-500m-dubai-bridge-cutting-travel-time-from-8-to-2-minutes-1.500534881 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/h2a5xj0r/HH4LgtKagAA1SbI.jpg Commercial Centre project improves road links, cuts congestion and boosts mobility. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/rr5gmkxg/HH4LhrdboAA0VGa.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T16:48:31.032+04:00 RTA opens new 500m Dubai bridge cutting travel time from 8 to 2 minutes Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/how-canadian-university-dubai-inspires-minds-and-transforms-lives-1.500534877 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/pj0822ue/LR-1.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/tfgashi3/27.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T16:45:40.884+04:00 How Canadian University Dubai inspires minds and transforms lives Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/caught-on-cam-dubai-police-release-video-of-shocking-near-miss-involving-child-in-stroller-1.500534830 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/a0hfj9r1/FotoJet-5.jpg A video released by Dubai Police shows a dangerous near-miss at a pedestrian crossing where a child in a stroller narrowly avoided being hit, highlighting road safety concerns. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/jd7nl8t7/new11.PNG Gulf News en 2026-05-09T16:04:45.620+04:00 Caught on cam: Dubai Police release video of shocking near-miss involving child in stroller UAE, traffi fines, UAE traffic fines, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/no-deal-no-passage-dual-blockade-deadlock-rocks-global-shipping-diplomacy-1.500534796 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y1bzmckc/newsml_afp_com_20260508T083244Z_doc_b2984at.jpeg This US Navy handout photo released on May 7, 2026 by US Central Command Public Affairs, shows the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) implementing a maritime blockade against the Iran-flagged crude oil tanker vessel Stream while the latter was attempting to sail toward an Iranian port, on April 26, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/4u1q6q5l/Screenshot-2026-05-09-at-7.28.37-PM.png Marine traffic in the Hormuz Strait as of 3.30pm Gulf Standard Time. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ck08zhio/Screenshot_2026_05_07_at_1_03_38_PM.png US Army Apache attack helicopters and Navy Seahawks fly armed patrols over the Strait of Hormuz as part of a broader US-led naval blockade to enforce sanctions and protect commercial shipping, targeting Iranian fast craft and deterring attempts to break the maritime cordon in one of the world’s most strategic waterways. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T15:56:49.604+04:00 'No deal, no passage': Dual blockade deadlock rocks global shipping, diplomacy Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/uae-reaffirms-full-solidarity-with-bahrain-over-iran-linked-group-1.500534819 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/k9nemhul/UAE-Bahrain In a statement, Sheikh Abdullah said the UAE backs all steps taken by Bahrain to protect its security, sovereignty and stability, while safeguarding the safety of its society. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T15:54:28.293+04:00 UAE reaffirms full solidarity with Bahrain over Iran-linked group Bahrain, UAE, Bahrain, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/1-dead-4-injured-in-dhow-fire-near-strait-of-hormuz-indian-consulate-in-dubai-calls-it-unfortunate-1.500534782 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/uisqzr9k/ANI_20260507024149.jpg Indian mission aids crew after fatal dhow blaze near Strait of Hormuz https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/09/190809-india-flag_16c77466fdf_large.jpg File image Gulf News en 2026-05-09T15:15:55.821+04:00 1 dead, 4 injured in dhow fire near Strait of Hormuz: Indian Consulate in Dubai calls it 'unfortunate' India, UAE, india, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/openais-latest-chatgpt-update-could-save-lives-offline-1.500534777 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-03/xhglhxv1/newsml_afp_com_20260303T000000Z_PH_GTY_2264640609.jpeg A new opt-in feature connects vulnerable users with trusted people during crisis moments. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T14:59:19.113+04:00 OpenAI’s latest ChatGPT update could save lives offline Media https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/handwriting-experts-connect-newly-released-note-to-epstein-case-1.500534738 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/4avrd4cf/dims.apnews.webp This document released May 6, 2026, by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, shows a note that Jeffrey Epstein’s former cellmate said he found after Epstein’s reported suicide attempt on July 23, 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/0pcq6443/dims.apnews.webp undated photo released by the U.S. Department of Justice shows a photograph of a handwritten note complaining about jail conditions that was discovered in Jeffrey Epstein’s cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York City after Epstein’s suicide. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T14:44:32.337+04:00 Handwriting experts connect newly released note to Epstein case Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-closely-monitors-hantavirus-cases-linked-to-cruise-ship-1.500534698 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/hxoyq0gk/Hantavirus.jpg Hantavirus is a rare viral disease that can become severe in some cases, usually transmitted to humans through exposure to infected rodents’ urine, saliva or droppings. [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:39:09.406+04:00 Saudi Arabia closely monitors Hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship Saudi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-team-completes-16-hour-separation-of-tanzanian-twins-1.500534712 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/5e1uk29g/Conjoined-twins The operation is the third successful separation of conjoined twins from Tanzania and the 71st procedure carried out under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:35:39.259+04:00 Saudi team completes 16-hour separation of Tanzanian twins Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-arrests-41-over-alleged-links-to-irans-revolutionary-guard-1.500534708 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/lsxxu3vm/Bahrain-Flag Investigations and security reports uncovered an organisation connected to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and the ideology of “Wilayat Al Faqih”. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:34:59.939+04:00 Bahrain arrests 41 over alleged links to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Bahrain, Bahrain, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-data-shows-female-diabetes-cases-surpassed-males-in-2025-1.500534696 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/1dxmbxah/Diabetes According to the figures, a total of 20,713 diabetes patients were registered across EHS primary healthcare centres during the year, including 12,349 female patients compared with 8,364 male patients. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:06:42.631+04:00 UAE data shows female diabetes cases surpassed males in 2025 Health https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/the-pentagon-just-put-its-ufo-files-online-for-everyone-to-see-1.500534690 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ditifomh/dims.apnews.webp A new Pentagon portal gives public access to decades of unexplained aerial sightings. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/q1r046k9/dims.apnews.webp A photo of “flying saucer alleged specimens” in files on UFOs. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/nhwxux1l/dims.apnews.webp Files on UFOs https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/2tezsaf4/dims.apnews.webp Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:55:19.106+04:00 The Pentagon just put its UFO files online for everyone to see Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/what-dubai-students-are-saying-about-their-futures-at-edufair-2026-1.500534681 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/zfaxh23n/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-11.12.22.jpeg Huge crowds during the early hours of the opening day of Gulf News Edufair 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/2vf4ce5k/Hakimuddin-Rassiwala.jpeg Hakimuddin Rassiwala https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/7n1ntord/Saesha-Trivedi.jpeg Saesha Trivedi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/gvmzjjuk/Arfa-Sakib.jpeg Arfa Sakib https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/geot4gfo/Kanza-Mariyam.jpeg Kanza Mariyam https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/s6f8jkz5/Aidh-Tamboli.jpeg Aidh Tamboli https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/zpki96sy/Ayisha-Izzah.jpeg Ayisha Izzah https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/awm132is/Zia-Fathima.jpeg Zia Fathima Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:54:56.805+04:00 What Dubai students are saying about their futures at Edufair 2026 Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-militarys-deadly-pacific-drug-crackdown-kills-2-more-1.500534679 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/73d2vbs6/Screenshot-2026-05-09-at-12.35.00-PM.png Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:38:24.715+04:00 US military’s deadly Pacific drug crackdown kills 2 more Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/trending-courses-at-edufair-2026-business-ai-cybersecurity-engineering-lead-demand-in-dubai-1.500534651 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/nrbmbshx/PHOTO-2026-05-09-11-12-23.jpg Families exploring universities and academic pathways at Edufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/4kjso9xs/PHOTO-2026-05-09-11-12-23-second.jpg Families discussing courses with university representatives Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:34:21.966+04:00 Trending courses at Edufair 2026: Business, AI, cybersecurity, engineering lead demand in Dubai Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-handle-294000-calls-and-messages-in-three-months-1.500534669 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/60r13wmq/Graph.jpg The centre received 194,510 phone calls from customers across Dubai, in addition to handling 48,390 emails and conducting 6,237 instant chat conversations through smart communication platforms. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/30/Dubai-police-call-centre-1680161414836_187316c9ec8_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:22:40.970+04:00 Dubai Police handle 294,000 calls and messages in three months UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-and-lebanese-presidents-stress-unity-and-regional-stability-1.500534663 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/o29bqjqd/58d03lx91ka0x7upo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:22:29.525+04:00 UAE and Lebanese presidents stress unity and regional stability Government, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/indonesia-rescuers-search-for-hikers-killed-in-volcanic-eruption-2-1.500534671 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dvz6og0l/newsml_afp_com_20260508T094614Z_doc_b29g6fr.jpeg A handout picture taken and released on May 8, 2026 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows rescue workers standing by after the volcanic eruption of Mount Dukono in North Halmahera, North Maluku. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:16:24.055+04:00 Indonesia rescuers search for hikers killed in volcanic eruption Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-türkiye-trade-nearly-triples-under-cepa-agreement-1.500534665 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ser8lf5n/UAE-Turkey Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi said non-oil trade between the UAE and Türkiye had nearly tripled compared with 2022 levels, before the CEPA agreement was signed and implemented. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:14:00.596+04:00 UAE-Türkiye trade nearly triples under CEPA agreement economy https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-reckless-driver-arrested-after-dangerous-stunts-in-sharjah-1.500534661 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/d30a94uz/Screenshot-2026-05-09-at-12.02.00-PM.png Police said authorities moved immediately after receiving reports about the incident, using video footage captured by private surveillance cameras. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:05:12.347+04:00 Watch: Reckless driver arrested after dangerous stunts in Sharjah UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-launches-smart-ring-health-research-partnership-1.500534644 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ztgo7297/Abu-Dhabi-health-research The collaboration builds on Abu Dhabi’s advanced public health infrastructure and longitudinal health data assets, integrating them with ŌURA’s real-time, continuous insights across key health indicators. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:00:45.218+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches smart ring health research partnership Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-medical-day-spotlights-ai-powered-healthcare-revolution-1.500534650 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-20/h5391hd5/202601203644571.jpg AI, genomics and digital platforms are reshaping patient care across the Emirates. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/1a47sbvw/Dr_Abdulla_Kazim___RPM__1_.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/o14488zt/Dr_Ousama_Image_2025_05_26_at_20_03_07.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:59:10.522+04:00 UAE Medical Day spotlights AI-powered healthcare revolution Health https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/g-dragon-to-feature-on-new-track-with-aespa-exciting-and-special-fans-react-1.500533783 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/du2gpx3f/will-sleeping-8-4.jpg Fans believe the long-rumoured G-Dragon and aespa crossover could become one of 2026’s biggest K-pop moments Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:46:00.683+04:00 G-Dragon to feature on new track with Aespa: 'Exciting and special' fans react Entertainment, Music, Kpop, Music https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/arab-parliament-denounces-iranian-strikes-on-uae-as-terrorist-attacks-1.500534627 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/bldtz8yo/Arab.jpg Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:30:59.308+04:00 Arab Parliament denounces Iranian strikes on UAE as ‘terrorist attacks’ Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/10th-gulf-news-edufair-begins-with-strong-turnout-in-dubai-highlights-resilience-of-higher-education-sector-1.500534590 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/y226ka5f/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-42-30.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group (second from left), Dr Naji Al Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority (left), and Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai inaugurate Gulf News Edufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/qbrs0ig1/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-43-13.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group, Dr Naji Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority, Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai, tour the exhibition along with Vijay Vaghela, CEO, Gulf News and Mark Thompson, Editor-in-Chief, Gulf News. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/kt8pefm8/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-43-14.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group, and Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai, interacting with exhibitors https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/td1tmwiq/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-43-48.jpg Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai, Vijay Vaghela, CEO, Gulf News, Dr Naji Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority, and Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group, during the inauguration of Edufair at H Dubai Hotel Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:12:50.937+04:00 10th Gulf News Edufair begins with strong turnout in Dubai, highlights resilience of higher education sector Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/boy-4-falls-from-11th-floor-waiting-for-parents-survives-1.500534605 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/13/STOCK-ambulance_1850a298a2c_large.jpg A heartbreaking moment turned miraculous after a boy survived a devastating high-rise fall. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:55:16.761+04:00 Boy, 4, falls from 11th floor waiting for parents — survives Asia https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rohit-sharmas-next-innings-cricketer-set-for-tv-debut-1.500534602 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-25/zte1mjhm/newsml_afp_com_20251025T025629Z_doc_79yc8cx.jpeg Rohit Sharma Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:46:39.615+04:00 Rohit Sharma’s next innings: Cricketer set for TV debut Cricket https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/a-farewell-to-bollywood-romcoms-have-we-lost-the-charm-of-hum-tum-and-jab-we-met-forever-1.500534569 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/cdyehp81/shahid.jpg Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor in Jab We Met. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:29:12.882+04:00 A farewell to Bollywood romcoms: Have we lost the charm of Hum Tum and Jab We Met forever? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/eid-al-adha-staycations-in-uae-best-hotel-offers-from-aed-199-1.500530364 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/m91058sr/JA_Palm_Tree_Court_Tamr_Pool_1669286765649_184a93ea466_original_ratio.jpg From Dh199, book Eid staycations across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and beyond Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:18:10.101+04:00 Eid Al Adha staycations in UAE: Best hotel offers from Dh199 Lifestyle, people, eid al adha, lifestyle, Eid Al Adha https://gulfnews.com/business/trump-media-reports-steep-loss-amid-crypto-downturn-1.500534514 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/6z8l3eh1/Truth_Social_Trump_183ce6ca332_original_ratio.jpg Revenue remains below $1m as Truth Social parent struggles with volatile digital assets. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:47:18.205+04:00 Trump Media reports steep loss amid crypto downturn Business, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/studying-abroad-from-the-uae-why-early-financial-planning-matters-1.500534515 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/jvycjvo3/HSBC.png Najeeb Ahmed Busheri Head of Retail Distribution, HSBC UAE. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:46:02.942+04:00 Studying abroad from the UAE: Why early financial planning matters Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup-2026-to-kick-off-with-three-opening-ceremonies-across-north-america-1.500534510 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/39dt7xrf/fifa.jpg Workers install the first layer of the new playing surface at Houston Stadium, on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Houston, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer matches. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:30:11.255+04:00 World Cup 2026 to kick off with three opening ceremonies across North America Football https://gulfnews.com/technology/europes-new-social-media-apps-face-uphill-battle-against-tech-giants-1.500534501 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-22/rmxyyrtc/Social-media New platforms promise healthier feeds and less algorithm-driven content amid rising frustration with Big Tech. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:16:37.420+04:00 Europe’s new social media apps face uphill battle against tech giants Technology, Europe, Business https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-a-jordanian-expat-in-uae-is-addressing-loneliness-among-seniors-during-uncertain-times-1.500533799 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/7ri071fn/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-13.21.09.jpeg Sawsan Shalabi, founder of Rafeeq Connect https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sgxymza4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-14.28.12.jpeg "Presence is not just physical, it is the quality of attention," said Shalabi. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/h3i3fg75/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-14.28.12-2.jpeg "I have been overwhelmed by the number of people who want to give, individuals reaching out to volunteer their time, professionals who want to join the platform as companions, people from all walks of life who have seen a parent or grandparent go through loneliness and want to do something about it," shared Shalabi. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:00:00.000+04:00 How a Jordanian expat in UAE is addressing loneliness among seniors during uncertain times people, United in Strength, UAE, Dubai, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trapped-at-sea-middle-east-conflict-takes-heavy-mental-toll-on-seafarers-1.500534482 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-06/pagzep5e/preview.jpg A container ship sits at anchor as a small motorboat passes in the foreground in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T07:46:24.672+04:00 Trapped at sea: Middle East conflict takes heavy mental toll on seafarers Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/edufair-opens-today-with-35-institutions-1.500534443 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/xzg9hght/NAT-250519-Edufair-Day-1-Crowd-VSAKLANI-28.jpg Students interact with university staff at a past edition of GN Edufair Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/q79zk7ej/Marwan_Photo_1_resized__small_.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group PJSC, will inaugurate Edufair as the chief guest https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/z8uhzvr2/Dr-Easa-109829709.jpg Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/koxq0fv1/Clint_Spokersperson_image_downloaded.jpg Clint Khan, Director, Y-Axis Gulf News en 2026-05-09T07:00:00.000+04:00 Edufair opens today with 35+ institutions Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-explosions-near-qeshm-island-and-bandar-abbas-and-drone-strikes-escalate-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-1.500533204 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/oog8alhf/HHpKdc9XYAEpio.jpg Missiles, drones and oil blockades in Hormuz fuel regional war and market turmoil https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5wrvqcxf/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-8.40.12-AM.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y95n156y/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-3.39.17-PM.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/61qz4fe0/HHy6EqWgAAV5pM.jpg Over 70 oil tankers stuck as US tightens blockade on Iranian ports https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/jfgd75c9/newsml_afp_com_20260508T121028Z_doc_b29y83w.jpeg Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the press at the US Embassy in Rome on May 8, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/pudjk7lx/WhatsApp_Image_2026_05_08_at_7_09_21_PM__1_.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:36:52.906+04:00 US-Iran tensions rise after Strait of Hormuz incident; UAE says Iranian attack injures three people Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/nearly-a-third-of-uae-parents-still-travelling-without-child-car-seats-study-finds-1.500534269 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/19/Child-in-car-seat_18ef61b0c0f_large.jpg In 2017, the UAE introduced a mandatory child seat law. Now, nine years later, a new survey reveals persistent gaps in ownership and consistent usage, with some parents citing confidence in their driving abilities as a reason for not buckling up their children. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:30:00.000+04:00 Nearly a third of UAE parents still travelling without child car seats, study finds Transport, Living-Transport, UAE traffic fines https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-braces-for-dusty-weather-and-rough-seas-this-week-1.500534332 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-03/qm7q2ncg/newsml_afp_com_20260403T180518Z_doc_a6pr9mr.jpeg Temperatures are expected to range between 33°C and 38°C in coastal and island areas, while internal regions could see highs between 37°C and 43°C. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:04:05.540+04:00 UAE braces for dusty weather and rough seas this week  Weather https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-can-a-dubai-landlord-evict-a-tenant-for-shutting-a-business-without-notice-1.500532768 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sqizwidy/Untitled-design-53.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:00:00.000+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Can a Dubai landlord evict a tenant for shutting a business without notice? Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/messi-on-ronaldo-rivalry-it-was-a-beautiful-sporting-rivalry-1.500534338 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/e2wzb6r9/Ronaldo-Messi Messi about the iconic rivalry https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/e2wzb6r9/Ronaldo-Messi Messi about the iconic rivalry Gulf News en 2026-05-09T05:30:00.000+04:00 Messi on Ronaldo rivalry: “It was a beautiful sporting rivalry” Football, football, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/world-adds-89-ultra-rich-people-a-day-despite-market-uncertainty-1.500529624 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/22/STOCK-RICH-PEOPLE---COUPLE_192b3b5c5de_large.jpg The wealthy are broadening their investment horizons beyond traditional assets. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T04:01:00.000+04:00 World adds 89 ultra-rich people a day despite market uncertainty Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/gulf-states-condemn-iranian-attacks-on-uae-reaffirm-full-solidarity-1.500534313 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-16/5zi4m2sa/UAEflag Regional allies slam Iran’s missile, drone attacks as breach of UAE sovereignty Gulf News en 2026-05-09T00:11:59.507+04:00 Gulf and Arab states condemn Iranian attacks on UAE, reaffirm full solidarity UAE, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/humaid-air-bridge-campaign-delivers-over-600-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-to-palestinians-in-gaza-1.500534239 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/wiaz146c/70n03k511ka1r2vpn.jpg Humaid Air Bridge delivers food parcels to more than 150,000 Palestinians Gulf News en 2026-05-08T23:59:46.366+04:00 'Humaid Air Bridge' campaign delivers over 600 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza Government https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwaiti-fugitive-caught-in-dubai-after-years-on-the-run-1.500534280 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/irz40w1r/Accused The arrest was carried out through close cooperation between the two countries’ criminal investigation authorities, including direct coordination between the Kuwaiti branch of Interpol and its Emirati counterpart. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:56:20.464+04:00 Kuwaiti fugitive caught in Dubai after years on the run Kuwait, crime, Dubai, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-esquire-knit-composite-evolves-into-full-service-knitwear-powerhouse-1.500534263 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/cq3my8ye/MD-Ehsanul-Habib-Managing-Director-Esquire-Knit-Composite.jpg MD. Ehsanul Habib, Managing Director - Esquire Knit Composite Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:31:33.284+04:00 How Esquire Knit Composite evolves into full-service knitwear powerhouse GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/bangladesh-has-a-new-king-of-captains-shanto-hits-record-5th-test-century-1.500534257 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/okcipto9/Shanto Najmul Hossain Shanto has created history https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/okcipto9/Shanto Najmul Hossain Shanto has created history Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:25:12.628+04:00 Bangladesh has a new king of captains: Shanto hits record 5th test century Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/woman-detained-at-uae-airport-over-fake-handbag-comment-1.500534224 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-20/wrjg9i62/_1x_1.jpg Ajman Police warn over risks of social media comments. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-12/e0pbna0b/AI.jpg Ajman Police warn over risks of social media comments Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:22:20.544+04:00 Woman detained at UAE airport over ‘fake handbag’ comment on Instagram Crime, crime, Ajman, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/bangladesh-thai-aluminium-plc-reinvents-brand-diversifies-into-new-markets-1.500534258 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6p3xdb4z/Rubina-Hamid-Chairperson-Bangladesh-Thai-Aluminum-PLC.jpg Rubina Hamid, Chairperson, Bangladesh Thai Aluminum PLC Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:17:38.950+04:00 Bangladesh Thai Aluminium PLC reinvents brand, diversifies into new markets GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-announces-3-day-russia-ukraine-ceasefire-1.500534256 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/nkks41s7/newsml_afp_com_20260508T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275195315.jpeg President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a Mother's Day luncheon in the Rose Garden of the White House on May 08, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:11:29.706+04:00 Trump announces 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire Americas, Donald Trump, Ukraine, Russia https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/banglamark-group-powers-bangladesh-growth-with-global-partnerships-and-uae-investment-1.500534249 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/8bsp7s51/Rob-Steven-Founder-and-Managing-Director-of-Banglamark-Group.jpg Rob Steven, Founder and Managing Director of Banglamark Group https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y0pfcpb6/Banglamark.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:09:43.976+04:00 Banglamark Group powers Bangladesh growth with global partnerships and UAE investment GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/emotional-hyun-bin-thanks-son-ye-jin-and-beloved-son-after-best-actor-win-for-made-in-korea-i-love-you-1.500534243 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/fpzm9ojo/Hyun_Bin_and_Son_Ye_jin_17fdea96c1e_original_ratio.jpeg South Korean actors Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin got married in 2022. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:06:08.613+04:00 Emotional Hyun Bin thanks Son Ye-Jin and ‘beloved’ son after Best Actor win for Made in Korea: ‘I love you’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/smart-group-of-industries-building-bangladeshs-diversified-powerhouse-1.500534242 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/l0swhp47/Mostafizur-Rahman.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/64lvb1ak/Smart-Group-of-Industries.jpg Smart Group of Industries Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:59:31.868+04:00 Smart Group of Industries: Building Bangladesh’s diversified powerhouse GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-consulate-in-dubai-confirms-sailors-death-at-sea-offers-assistance-1.500534236 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/07/RDS-190802-INDIA-FLAG-1565186119725_16c6c5cd82e_large.jpg Consulate seeks details from ship owner, promises priority assistance Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:54:14.734+04:00 Indian Consulate in Dubai confirms sailor’s death at sea, offers assistance UAE, india, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/friday/easy-family-friendly-recipes-for-busy-weeknights-and-make-ahead-meals-1.500534207 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ufb22hg5/Freezer-Friendly-Coconut-Chicken-Curry.jpg Freezer-friendly Coconut Chicken Curry https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ri7awbdk/Three-Ingredient-Lentil-Soup.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/rcch4tnw/One-Handed-Chicken-Hummus-Wraps.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ej6n5l2s/10-Minute-Energy-Bowl.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ufb22hg5/Freezer-Friendly-Coconut-Chicken-Curry.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/h0rrl0e5/Hidden-Veg-Pasta-Bake.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/4qpj2dih/Mini-Tacos.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/uwbyp9ha/No-Sugar-Date-Oat-Bars.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ebn71up4/One-Tray-Roast-Chicken-and-Veg.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/evd0mzhi/Comfort-Khichdi.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/vvejtry6/Two-Ingredient-Chocolate-Mousse.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:46:56.623+04:00 Easy family-friendly recipes for busy weeknights and make-ahead meals Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/baeksang-arts-awards-2026-hyun-bin-and-park-bo-young-win-big-full-winners-list-revealed-1.500534227 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/zoasm2ey/hyunbin.jpg Hyun Bin won for Made in Korea Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:42:06.668+04:00 Baeksang Arts Awards 2026: Hyun Bin and Park Bo-Young win big, full winners list revealed Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-to-announce-remote-or-in-person-learning-for-private-schools-on-10-may-1.500534225 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/k7ewlnus/UAEschools Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:32:57.713+04:00 Dubai to announce remote or in-person learning for private schools on May 10 Education, UAE, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/spain-investigates-suspected-hantavirus-case-linked-to-cruise-ship-outbreak-1.500534201 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/bct7qo6s/202605083780617.jpg Spain tests suspected hantavirus case in Alicante Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:10:14.499+04:00 Spain investigates suspected hantavirus case linked to cruise ship outbreak Europe, Health, spain https://gulfnews.com/friday/the-city-buzz-your-guide-to-uaes-best-events-4-1.500534188 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5jie6xmk/Party-Night.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/i3kcfjzm/Greek-nights-rise.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dutu3ror/Family-Pool.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6cdhxtn4/Above-Eleven-Dubai.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/l8y2ljic/Celebration-of-theatre.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6ujuhff2/Friday-finds-await.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5jie6xmk/Party-Night.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9zcds4r6/Pets-take-centrestage.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:07:03.621+04:00 The City Buzz: Your guide to UAE's best events Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/will-uae-distance-learning-continue-next-week-everything-you-need-to-know-1.500533580 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/0l9fazwf/Studentsengagedindistancelearningandworkingfromhome171548fbf1boriginalratio.jpg Following missile alerts linked to regional tensions involving Iran, the UAE has once again shifted temporarily to distance learning from May 5 to 8. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:46:09.297+04:00 Will UAE distance learning continue next week? Everything you need to know Living-Education, Education, UAE schools, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/school-update-uae-to-announce-in-person-or-remote-classes-on-may-10-after-safety-review-1.500534187 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/0qf8lbrr/gulfnews2026-04-20poyyqcziWhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-9.31.50-AM.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:44:10.147+04:00 UAE to announce in-person or remote classes on May 10 after safety review Education, UAE, Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-uae-storytellers-use-film-and-digital-media-to-preserve-culture-and-identity-1.500534133 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/mfwza4oz/A-Story-Called-Zain.jpg A still from A Story Called Zain. UAE filmmakers, actors and creative leaders are crafting narratives rooted in the region’s culture and identity while resonating with audiences far beyond. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dhs78k5l/Meera-Al-Midfaa.jpg Meera Al Midfaa, Actress https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ye62k3jh/Alwiya-Thani-Casting-Director-and-Filmmaker.jpg Alwiya Thani, Casting Director and Filmmaker. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/cd7onlvk/Nadia-Durry-Head-of-Documentary-and-Unscripted.jpg Nadia Durry, Head of Documentary and Unscripted. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dkfi2mf4/Talal-Al-Asmani-Head-of-Local-Content.jpg Talal Al Asmani, Head of Local Content. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/b798uual/Mahmoud-Khalil-Head-of-Digital-and-Multimedia.jpg Mahmoud Khalil, Head of Digital and Multimedia https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6dv2lxix/UAE-FilmsHOBA.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ss7tng97/Mohammed-AlMaktoum-Development-Executive-Animation.jpg Mohammed AlMaktoum, Development Executive (Animation) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/voqvae7d/Elie-Boghos-Head-of-Physical-Production.jpg Elie Boghos, Head of Physical Production Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:42:00.289+04:00 How UAE storytellers use film and digital media to preserve culture and identity Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/germany-bank-robber-on-the-run-after-hostage-scare-2-1.500534172 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sho7lsg1/newsml_afp_com_20260508T121910Z_doc_b2a297m.jpeg Police stand in front of a bank, where bank robbers have taken multiple hostages in Sinzig, western Germany on May 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:28:07.829+04:00 Germany bank robber on the run after hostage scare Europe, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/national-ambulance-showcases-ems-innovations-at-dubai-conference-1.500534124 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/j599smxx/IMG-20260508-WA0185.jpg National Ambulance showcases EMS innovations at Dubai conference https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/izeciwu4/IMG-20260508-WA0186.jpg National Ambulance showcases EMS innovations at Dubai conference Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:15:04.615+04:00 National Ambulance showcases EMS innovations at Dubai conference emergencies, UAE, Abu dha, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/mansour-bin-zayed-turkish-president-erdogan-discuss-uae-turkey-strategic-ties-and-regional-cooperation-1.500534150 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/qkxwh0wq/9yc03ksy1ka1jtfpn.jpg Talks in Istanbul highlight Comprehensive Economic Partnership and growth Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:10:33.132+04:00 Mansour bin Zayed, President of Turkey discuss bilateral cooperation Government, UAE, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-officials-clarify-warehouse-fire-behind-viral-smoke-footage-with-no-link-to-regional-events-1.500534114 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1wrxgspc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-7.09.21-PM-1.jpeg Public urged to trust official updates after false claims on Dubai fire https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y956e41b/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-7.09.21-PM.jpeg Authorities: Viral smoke videos misleading, blaze confined to Al Khabaisi Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:48:52.605+04:00 Dubai officials clarify warehouse fire behind viral smoke footage, with no link to regional events UAE, UAE, social media, Dubai, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/friday/the-decluttering-trap-why-letting-go-of-kids-memories-feels-impossible-for-mums-1.500534126 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/j625s9ig/Decluttering.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:43:21.887+04:00 The Decluttering Trap: Why letting go of kids’ childhood memories feels impossible for mums Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-receives-ruler-and-crown-prince-of-umm-al-quwain-1.500534072 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/fqbalmoc/22d03kfz1ka1ggipn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:40:38.903+04:00 UAE President receives Ruler and Crown Prince of Umm Al Quwain Government, UAE, Umm Al Qaiwain https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-hails-nafis-awardees-stresses-emirati-talent-in-private-sector-1.500534107 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/0lm77swz/1yp03kg41ka1hujpn.jpg UAE President hails Nafis awardees, stresses Emirati talent in private sector Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:34:37.079+04:00 UAE President receives Nafis delegation and award winners Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-constant-pressure-and-perfectionism-are-reshaping-childhood-1.500534083 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/lpixbufd/Parenting.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ichpw511/Dr-Saliha-Afridi.jpg Dr Saliha Afridi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9e6rd2x6/Ezgi-Firat.jpg Ezgi Firat https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/mo07cp8t/Nashwa-Tantawy.jpg Nashwa Tantawy https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/d8t9abvf/Diana-Matouk.jpg Dr Diana Maatouk https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/roah4qyi/Sneha-John.jpg Dr Sneha John Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:28:10.593+04:00 How constant pressure and perfectionism are reshaping childhood Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/vijays-tvk-clears-majority-hurdle-set-to-form-tamil-nadu-government-1.500534081 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/woo1puhe/vijay2.jpg TVK chief Vijay meets Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to stake claim to form the government at Lok Bhavan, in Chennai on Friday, May 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:05:28.781+04:00 Vijay’s TVK clears majority hurdle, set to form Tamil Nadu government India, India-elections, india https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/disney-says-abu-dhabi-theme-park-plans-remain-on-track-despite-war-1.500534067 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-07/xrzz7o6v/Branded20250507HH-CPwitnesses-announcement-of-Disney-Abu-Dhabi5-0-2064-0-0.jpg The Walt Disney Company partners with Miral to launch a world-class resort, marking Disney’s seventh global theme park destination and boosting Abu Dhabi’s status as a major tourism hub. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:58:05.958+04:00 Disney says Abu Dhabi theme park plans remain on track despite war economy, Dubai, Disneyland https://gulfnews.com/friday/report-cards-to-partnerships-how-uae-parents-schools-are-redefining-their-roles-1.500534063 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/757pjea4/UAE-Schools.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1btw0pxp/Vandana-Gandhi.jpg Dr. Vandana Gandhi, British Orchard Nursery https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/kp4o2ioe/Jasmit-Kang.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:57:02.490+04:00 Report Cards to Partnerships: How UAE parents, schools are redefining their roles Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/fujairah-launches-middle-easts-first-ai-number-plate-factory-1.500533901 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/lbj4ae7i/Fujairah-smart-factory-2.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/vjwsa8rc/Fujairah_smart_factory_6.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/q4bnr8wl/Fujairah-smart-factory-7.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dvivsfjh/Fujairah-smart-factory-5.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/q7nhzc65/Fujairah-smart-factory-3.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:56:00.627+04:00 Fujairah launches Middle East’s first AI number plate factory Transport, Fujairah, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/uae-ranked-worlds-leading-adopter-of-artificial-intelligence-in-2026-1.500534040 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/23/Stock-Artificial-Intelligence-Jobs_1921d8bf662_large.jpg AI usage among the working-age population in the UAE has reached 70.1%, according to the latest Microsoft report. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:48:50.691+04:00 UAE ranked world’s leading adopter of artificial intelligence in 2026 people, Business, Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/presidents-of-uae-and-finland-discuss-bilateral-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500534038 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/09/UAE-President-His-Highness-Sheikh-Mohamed-bin-Zayed-Al-Nahyan.-_18800fcd8f9_large.jpg President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:40:37.799+04:00 Presidents of UAE and Finland discuss bilateral ties and regional developments Government https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-austria-energy-ties-grow-as-adnoc-expands-omv-partnership-1.500534045 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/m2bsuwcy/Austria.jpeg Christian Stocker, Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, yesterday visited ADNOC’s Headquarters during his official visit to the UAE. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:39:46.223+04:00 UAE, Austria energy ties grow as ADNOC expands OMV partnership Energy, oil https://gulfnews.com/business/maktoum-bin-mohammed-meets-with-ceo-of-cartier-1.500534021 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/83vwdcj5/02-08052026-Hamad-1.jpg Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, meets with Louis Ferla, CEO of Cartier. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:28:52.023+04:00 Maktoum bin Mohammed meets with CEO of Cartier Business, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/ravichandran-ashwin-recalls-early-dhoni-moment-that-left-csk-captain-annoyed-1.500534010 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/09/Ravichandran-Ashwin-and-MS-Dhoni_17bca3a00c2_large.jpg Ravichandran Ashwin and MS Dhoni Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:16:42.359+04:00 Ravichandran Ashwin recalls early Dhoni moment that left CSK captain annoyed IPL, IPL-Chennai