https://gulfnews.com/world/trump-says-us-clears-hormuz-mines-as-iran-oman-discuss-temporary-corridor-1.500651227 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/8l8g05q2/32.jpg Trump said Iran had been warned that any vessel placing new mines in the strategic waterway would be “immediately and systematically destroyed”. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/5j3djr79/HQlBj3QbgAAsuKM.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/gwswjk97/202608253917280.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T20:45:27.489+04:00 Trump says US clears Hormuz mines as Iran, Oman discuss temporary corridor World, Mena, Americas, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-is-running-out-of-money-can-trump-s-economic-d-day-force-a-deal-1.500652158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/euw4sy1b/trump-pez-1.jpg US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Trump is tightening the economic squeeze as Tehran faces growing pressure to find a way out of the war. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T20:41:48.519+04:00 Iran is running out of money. Can Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ force a deal? Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/groom-dies-suddenly-on-his-wedding-night-1.500652096 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/2m3td94w/Egypt The celebrations had proceeded normally until he became unwell and collapsed as the event was coming to an end, according to local reports. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T20:28:33.470+04:00 Groom dies suddenly on his wedding night Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/apple-launches-m6-mac-mini-and-m5-ultra-mac-studio-in-major-ai-upgrade-1.500652127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/x33i33zs/Apple-Mac-mini-hero-260825big.jpg.large2x.jpg Apple unveils its most powerful desktop Macs yet as it doubles down on AI. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T20:19:18.947+04:00 Apple launches M6 Mac mini and M5 Ultra Mac Studio in major AI upgrade Retail, Consumer-Electronics https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/adib-board-approves-proposed-dh175-billion-rights-issue-1.500652140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/knkx2f7a/ADIB_HQ_179839c740b_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T20:18:27.377+04:00 ADIB board approves proposed Dh1.75 billion rights issue Banking, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/canada-hits-back-at-trump-with-tariffs-of-up-to-50-1.500652108 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/qagavins/newsml_afp_com_20260824T182655Z_doc_c6ej74b.jpeg Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks about the trade dispute with the United States at the Davie Shipyard in Levis, Quebec, Canada on August 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T20:04:33.187+04:00 Canada hits back at Trump with tariffs of up to 50% economy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-hyaluronic-acid-can-leave-skin-feeling-dry-1.500646826 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/8rjk24hu/hyaluronicskin-1.png Dry skin illustrated alongside moisture attracting droplets. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T20:00:00.000+04:00 Why hyaluronic acid can leave skin feeling dry Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/whatsapp-changes-account-security-what-billions-of-users-need-to-know-1.500652073 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/od7epxqa/Stock_WhatsApp_17738c38b77_original_ratio.jpg The messaging giant is strengthening logins as account takeover scams evolve. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T19:30:04.668+04:00 WhatsApp changes account security: What billions of users need to know Media https://gulfnews.com/world/singapore-offers-nearly-dh200000-per-child-in-bid-to-lift-birth-rate-1.500652011 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/pbwdd9u2/Singapore Under the new SG Child Support Package, every Singaporean child will receive up to S$62,000, regardless of birth order. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T19:20:19.695+04:00 Singapore offers nearly Dh200,000 per child in bid to lift birth rate World, Singapore https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-urges-public-not-to-leave-vehicles-and-boats-abandoned-in-public-spaces-1.500651979 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/vydhqvby/AD The campaign also highlighted the impact of leaving vehicles and boats unattended for prolonged periods without maintenance or cleaning. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:36:46.922+04:00 Abu Dhabi urges public not to leave vehicles and boats abandoned in public spaces Transport, Environment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-to-witness-brief-penumbral-lunar-eclipse-on-august-28-1.500651790 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/9o2yz7dj/eclipse-330191280-1170x610.png Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:35:47.158+04:00 Oman to witness brief penumbral lunar eclipse on August 28 Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-police-sets-dh15-daily-fee-for-smart-vehicle-impound-service-1.500651925 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/41v33sr4/AD Applications can be submitted through the TAMM government services platform or at customer service centres. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:35:01.545+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police sets Dh15 daily fee for smart vehicle impound service Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/watch-powerful-storm-hits-al-ain-as-rain-falls-across-parts-of-uae-1.500651974 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/w9ex6jqy/Rain Rain was also reported in Al Faw in Sharjah, while showers fell over Al Faqa along the Dubai-Al Ain road and on the Al Shuwaib road north of Al Ain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/bj2hu08c/33.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:33:52.227+04:00 UAE weather update: Storm hits Al Ain as rain and hail seen in Dubai Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-moves-to-evict-un-training-centre-for-palestinians-1.500651999 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/6hrufadg/newsml_afp_com_20260825T114717Z_doc_c6fu8bk.jpeg This picture shows a view of the UNRWA Vocational Training Centre, located between the Kafr Aqab neighbourhood and the Qalandia refugee camp, south of the West Bank city of Ramallah, on August 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:29:27.400+04:00 Israel moves to evict UN training centre for Palestinians Mena, Israel, Palestine, United Nations https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-to-open-26-new-private-education-institutions-in-2026-27-1.500651973 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/04/08/BC-back-to-school_17159d2c1fa_large.jpg With a few clever hacks, you can turn that cluttered nightmare into a zen-worthy study zone where your brain actually wants to work. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:26:38.977+04:00 Dubai to open 26 new private education institutions in 2026-27 Education, Dubai, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/heading-home-dubai-sharjah-commuters-face-bumper-to-bumper-traffic-this-evening-1.500651948 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-27/di5rs3ms/Noushin-Sajjad-2.jpg Heavy traffic towards Sharjah and accidents on E311 add to the evening commute. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:18:18.258+04:00 Heading home? Dubai-Sharjah commuters face bumper-to-bumper traffic this evening Transport https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/indias-new-consul-general-visits-guru-nanak-darbar-1.500651957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/t46i4vyw/PHOTO-2026-08-24-18-11-07-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T18:05:26.574+04:00 India’s new Consul General visits Guru Nanak Darbar GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-secret-service-aware-of-iranian-state-media-video-threatening-barron-trump-1.500651805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/wwjobhp4/preview.jpg FILE - Barron Trump watches as his father, President Donald Trump attends an indoor Presidential Inauguration parade event at Capital One Arena, in Washington, Jan. 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-25T17:59:22.593+04:00 US Secret Service aware of Iranian state media video threatening Barron Trump Barron Trump Iran Secret Service https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/yashs-toxic-storms-towards-rs-50-crore-in-advance-sales-1.500651943 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/l9h461mj/ssss.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/qr999cq8/YASH-TOXIC.jpg Yash in Toxic Gulf News en 2026-08-25T17:53:46.997+04:00 Yash’s Toxic storms towards Rs 50 crore in advance sales BollyWood, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-welcomes-us-move-to-remove-syria-from-terrorism-list-2-1.500651916 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/k6gw5uvp/UAE The ministry said the move would contribute to reinforcing security, stability and prosperity in Syria. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T17:34:53.343+04:00 UAE welcomes US move to remove Syria from terrorism list UAE, UAE, Syria https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-floating-hospital-fits-prosthetic-limbs-for-64-palestinians-1.500651681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/jrjtx7or/31.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T17:25:32.044+04:00 UAE Floating Hospital fits prosthetic limbs for 64 Palestinians Government https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/mystery-us-military-plane-lands-in-moscow-kremlin-says-it-knows-nothing-1.500651902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/0xzbst3i/globe.webp The US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo airport after flying directly from Riga, Latvia, according to data from flight-tracking service Flightradar24 cited by Reuters and AFP Gulf News en 2026-08-25T17:24:06.288+04:00 Mystery US military plane lands in Moscow, Kremlin says it knows nothing Americas, Europe, americas, Russia https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/mada-media-reinforces-role-in-developing-dubais-out-of-home-advertising-sector-1.500651876 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/b814tj6l/Mada-Media.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/2wy025qt/Mada_Media_Infographic.png Gulf News en 2026-08-25T17:13:36.371+04:00 Mada Media reinforces role in developing Dubai’s out-of-home advertising sector Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/urvashi-rautela-defends-tricolour-gown-at-miss-universe-it-was-about-artistic-expression-1.500651849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/68c3ke0h/Screenshot-2026-08-25-at-4.37.24-PM.png Urvashi Rautela's appearance as a judge at the Miss Universe India pageant in Jaipur on Sunday was meant to be a tribute to her country. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T17:00:45.496+04:00 Urvashi Rautela defends tricolour gown at Miss Universe: ‘It was about artistic expression’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/power-meets-precision-with-asus-expertbook-ultra-1.500651858 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/md3aq73d/1110x625ASUS.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:55:58.098+04:00 Power meets precision with ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Consumer-Electronics, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-completes-traffic-upgrades-at-six-school-zones-across-dubai-1.500651863 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/kg6tg6xk/29.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/oupw51ln/30.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:53:49.763+04:00 RTA completes traffic upgrades at six school zones across Dubai Transport, Education, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/scci-ibpc-sharjah-celebrate-indias-independence-day-at-sharjah-maritime-museum-1.500651853 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/8uv3dnqv/IBPC-Sharjah-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:48:12.510+04:00 SCCI & IBPC Sharjah celebrate India’s Independence Day at Sharjah Maritime Museum Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/the-story-behind-murmur-sharjahs-first-homegrown-emirati-fine-dining-concept-1.500651770 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/o6bs2rrt/Murmur-interiors-3.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/9f70c3up/Murmur-Desserts-.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/568px97y/Machboos-Arancini.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/nbdhnem2/Wagyu-Hummus.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/nlfhfwou/Murmur-Drinks.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ktko8o4l/Murmurita.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:41:08.677+04:00 The story behind Murmur: Sharjah's first homegrown Emirati fine-dining concept UAE, Living-UAE, Food, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august-25-1.500651830 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-22/rlvtib58/ANI_20260822040824.jpg A drone view shows vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:40:04.806+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know this evening, August 25 UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-turns-bowler-takes-two-wickets-in-four-balls-1.500651828 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/3vesqvp6/newsml_afp_com_20260704T170645Z_doc_b99u24x.jpeg Vaibhav Sooryavanshi takes two wickets in four balls in Duleep Trophy quarter final https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/3vesqvp6/newsml_afp_com_20260704T170645Z_doc_b99u24x.jpeg Vaibhav Sooryavanshi takes two wickets in four balls in Duleep Trophy quarter final Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:36:44.672+04:00 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turns bowler, takes two wickets in four balls Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/hsbc-launches-uaes-first-immediately-international-bank-account-1.500651810 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/15aqofaq/Mohamed-AlMarzooqi.jpg Mohamed Al Marzooqi, HSBC UAE Chief Executive Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:12:03.417+04:00 HSBC launches UAE’s first immediately international bank account Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-invites-saudi-king-to-un-water-conference-1.500651735 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/wx3t7ocv/izl06lh11ka16nipo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:03:05.015+04:00 UAE President invites Saudi King to UN Water Conference Government, Saudi https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/8-year-old-louisiana-girl-dies-from-a-rare-brain-eating-amoeba-found-in-warm-freshwater-1.500651780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-08/trzrpnay/202509083503820.jpg Brain-eating amoeba thrives in freshwater bodies around the US and can shoot up the nose and cause an infection that almost always proves fatal. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:00:53.815+04:00 8-year-old Louisiana girl dies from a rare brain-eating amoeba found in warm freshwater Americas, Health https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-swimming-gear-on-amazonae-2026-pool-and-open-water-essentials-1.500646939 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/2avidf8s/swimaccesories-1.png Swimming essentials by the pool Gulf News en 2026-08-25T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best swimming gear on Amazon.ae 2026: Pool and open water essentials Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-luxury-market-shifts-towards-trust-exclusive-property-access-1.500651804 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/zaz6i369/property.png Salman Bin Ali (right) and Fedy Arapi Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:59:08.412+04:00 Dubai luxury market shifts towards trust, exclusive property access Property https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-24-injured-on-road-where-19-two-died-weeks-ago-1.500651697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/37t2i8zx/Egypt-crash.webp The latest collision occurred on Al Dawawis road in Qassasin when a pickup truck carrying workers collided with a passenger car, just two weeks after 19 workers were killed on the same road. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:55:20.715+04:00 Egypt: 24 injured on road where 19 two died weeks ago Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/famous-bollywood-ghost-who-haunted-bipasha-basu-in-raaz-quit-films-and-now-lives-in-a-forest-1.500651754 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/xhcjtdx2/malini.avif The actress has now built a life that's almost aggressively grounded. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:55:02.692+04:00 Famous Bollywood ‘ghost’ who haunted Bipasha Basu in Raaz, quit films and now lives in a forest Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/are-chelsea-the-only-team-that-can-stop-arsenal-this-season-1.500651615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/gkjf0jzu/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-25-2026-015858-PM.png Chelsea got their season up and running in style https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/lxal2y07/preview.jpg Arsenal began the new season with a professional performance over Coventry on Friday night. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/x8nxr240/newsml_afp_com_20260823T173505Z_doc_c6c66dk.jpeg Andoni Iraola has a huge job on his hands as the new Liverpool manager. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/sj7fu1h1/newsml_afp_com_20260824T191726Z_doc_c6em46y.jpeg Chelsea have got themselves one of the most sought-after managers in football. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:49:53.180+04:00 Are Chelsea the only team that can stop Arsenal this season? Sport, Football, football, premier league, tottenham hotspur, manchester united, Liverpool, arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/kimi-antonelli-under-pressure-as-f1-rivals-close-in-1.500651782 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/adns8nht/newsml_afp_com_20260329T091231Z_doc_a63q4a7.jpeg Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates with his team after winning the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit in Suzuka, Mie prefecture on March 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:49:33.815+04:00 Kimi Antonelli under pressure as F1 rivals close in Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-police-ready-for-safe-return-to-schools-1.500651764 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/529o3x9s/IMG6999.jpeg Police will focus on traffic flow, buses and pedestrian safety around schools. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:42:55.153+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police ready for safe return to schools Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/good-good-callaway-golf-face-backlash-over-ad-1.500651716 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/jb6hqkab/newsml_afp_com_20200916T000000Z_PH_GTY_1272811103.jpeg The advert sparked backlash online with both brands apologising. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:39:12.627+04:00 Good Good & Callaway Golf face backlash over Ad Sport, Golf-in-UAE, LIV Golf, UAE Golf https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/huawei-matepad-air-elevates-ai-powered-pc-level-productivity-1.500651732 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/3r5limpu/MatePad-Air-Business.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/6objs3gu/MatePad-Air-Lifestyle.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/zbpqyuh1/MatePad-Air-Outdoor.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:29:03.641+04:00 HUAWEI MatePad Air elevates AI-powered PC-level productivity Consumer-Electronics, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rhiya-ahir-the-girl-who-stopped-a-police-van-could-enter-bigg-boss-20-1.500651713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/aw8zydd0/Screenshot-2026-08-25-at-3.19.30-PM.png Salman Khan returns as host when the show premieres on 6 September 2026 on Colors TV and JioHotstar, and this year fans are being asked to pick one of two names to fill a spot in the house before the premiere even begins. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ya7ni91m/Screenshot-2026-08-25-at-3.21.35-PM.png Rhiya Ahir (left) and Love Gill (right) Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:26:08.284+04:00 Rhiya Ahir, the girl who stopped a police van, could enter Bigg Boss 20 Entertainment, Salman Khan https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-changes-skywards-miles-expiry-rules-from-2027-1.500651718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/xok0q7xn/shot-14-00771-2.2-v12-ar.jpg Skywards Miles earned from June 1, 2027 will remain valid for three years from the date they are earned, whether through an Emirates flight or a partner activity. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:21:49.787+04:00 Emirates changes Skywards Miles expiry rules from 2027 Aviation, Travel, Emirates Group, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/uae-families-draw-the-line-let-ai-guide-children-not-do-their-homework-1.500651700 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ugijnzps/uae-families.jpg UAE households set limits on AI to protect children’s study habits https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/upvs4e6v/Midhuna-Prathap.jpeg Midhuna Prathap with her family https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/tru4t26w/Steffy-Sunny.jpeg Steffy Sunny with her husband and their daughter Evangelene https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/g1ctqnzm/Glory-Anana-Ajani.jpeg Glory Anana Ajani with her daughter Gold https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ftdj00s1/Sharina-Garcia-and-Kenneth-Garcia.jpeg Sharina and Kenneth Garcia with their daughter Atasia https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ei0pw5tk/Ayah-Ahmed-Abdel-Hafiz.jpeg Ayah Ahmed Abdel-Hafiz with her family https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/al2mwcx6/Sona-David.jpeg Sona David with her husband and their children Rakshith and Rithvik Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:19:58.427+04:00 UAE families draw the line: Let AI guide children, not do their homework Living-Education, people, UAE, UAE, technology, Back-to-school, AI in education https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/7-questions-to-ask-before-you-choose-an-upskilling-programme-1.500651668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/2qdft2qj/shutterstock2475093479.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/fjb0vz70/level-up-1200-x-900.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:12:47.231+04:00 7 questions to ask before you choose an upskilling programme Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/india-pakistan-clash-brings-pressure-like-no-other-harmanpreet-kaur-says-ahead-of-asia-cup-in-uae-1.500651695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-09/t0as66nv/20260706159f_9FkJHVZ.jpg India captain Harmanpreet Kaur Gulf News en 2026-08-25T15:01:09.757+04:00 India-Pakistan clash brings pressure like no other, Harmanpreet Kaur says ahead of Asia Cup in UAE Cricket, ASIA CUP, cricket, Pakistan, india https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/nine-killed-eight-injured-in-minibus-crash-on-egypts-dabaa-road-in-matrouh-1.500651663 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/4qt9qsbv/Horrific-accident-Egypt.webp The collision occurred on an extension of the Dabaa Corridor in the Al Deek area, on the carriageway heading towards Cairo. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:53:23.058+04:00 Nine killed, eight injured in minibus crash on Egypt’s Dabaa road in Matrouh Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/armenian-police-arrest-opposition-leader-son-on-graft-charges-1.500651613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/9tsi2egr/newsml_afp_com_20260825T093835Z_doc_c6fe3kh.jpeg Armenia's ex-president Robert Kocharyan in 2021 Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:52:02.759+04:00 Armenian police arrest opposition leader, son on graft charges World https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-credit-reports-now-include-micro-loans-such-as-cashnow-1.500651687 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/03/Credit-Score_18ea46c7eaf_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:48:04.208+04:00 UAE credit reports now include micro-loans such as CashNow Banking, Living-Banking, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/sanjeev-mansotra-foundation-empowers-tanzanian-youth-with-state-of-art-schools-in-dodoma-1.500651676 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/3mbhraca/PHOTO-2026-08-25-09-14-01.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:37:29.824+04:00 Sanjeev Mansotra Foundation empowers Tanzanian youth with state-of-art schools in Dodoma Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sydney-sweeney-takes-on-tom-cruise-with-death-defying-airplane-stunt-2-1.500651651 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/icwiqclh/SY.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-09/xj94db4b/Mission-Impossible-The-Final-Reckoning Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:36:01.047+04:00 Sydney Sweeney takes on Tom Cruise with death-defying Airplane stunt Entertainment, World https://gulfnews.com/sport/united-fc-launch-sale-of-new-home-kit-following-first-win-in-uae-pro-league-1.500651662 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/rji7thb2/UNITED-FC The club have gone for a completely new look! Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:33:57.611+04:00 United FC launch sale of new home kit following first win in UAE Pro League Sport, Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football https://gulfnews.com/friday/friday-partner/baden-bower-takes-its-polarising-guaranteed-pr-model-to-the-gulf-1.500651671 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/vcbn6xmp/Picture1.png Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:31:09.012+04:00 Baden Bower takes its polarising guaranteed PR model to the Gulf Friday-Partner https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/etihad-rail-sharjah-shifts-traffic-flow-near-university-bridge-until-october-5-1.500651652 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/xowtjnm3/HQjajWxaIAAqPk2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:25:27.371+04:00 Etihad Rail: Sharjah shifts traffic flow near University Bridge until October 5 Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/sharjah-airport-handles-more-than-390000-passengers-in-peak-summer-week-1.500651640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/rswl8qmn/SAA-building-in-Sharjah-airport.webp More than 175,000 passengers arrived at the airport during the week, while around 151,000 departed and more than 66,000 were transit passengers. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:15:10.717+04:00 Sharjah Airport handles more than 390,000 passengers in peak summer week Aviation, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/narrated-by-the-voice-of-mufasa-lion-is-nat-geos-new-documentary-following-a-real-lion-cub-for-four-years-1.500651626 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/u89cpx93/2688x1076-Q75eabe3ef77edf0a3a9f5693cf1e720be7.jpg The filmmaking team behind the series is the only documentary crew to spend over 1,400 filming days with a single pride and the first to follow one cub into adulthood https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/x63l0fjs/images-19.jpeg Every check-in with the field team started with a question: "How's Kio — is he alive?" https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/mj6fjq7s/579x325-Q100c4136ea863019a4dab6bccc29b51cbd2.jpg Eventually the crew could identify up to 50 lions from different prides by name and family relationships. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:09:30.168+04:00 Narrated by the voice of Mufasa, Lion is Nat Geo's new documentary following a real lion cub for four years Entertainment, TV, disney https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-s-economic-d-day-to-strangle-iran-s-economy-but-first-he-must-take-on-china-1.500651598 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/19/190519-xi--trump_16ad0961e51_large.jpg Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected in Washington next month for his first state visit in more than a decade, according to The New York Times. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:08:58.292+04:00 Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ to strangle Iran’s economy: But first he must take on China Americas, Asia, Mena, Gulf, China, americas, US-Israel-Iran war, oil https://gulfnews.com/uae/summer-sunset-share-your-sunset-photos-with-gulf-news-1.500622634 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/4xkvji88/Gradient-sample-1.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/6xb5r1oy/Summer-Sunset.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/nqx8rr4z/Summer-Sunset https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/4fjm2rui/Summer-Sunset https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/fufx71me/Summer-Sunset https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/msucn0nl/Summer-Sunset Gulf News en 2026-08-25T14:03:43.131+04:00 Summer Sunset: Share your sunset photos with Gulf News UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/emirati-women-now-lead-major-parts-of-difc-courts-says-director-al-mheiri-1.500651616 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-17/zavufbg1/DIFC_Courts_image_1_1739781321331.jpg The DIFC Courts Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:47:32.459+04:00 Emirati women now lead major parts of DIFC Courts, says Director Al Mheiri UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/youngest-newjeans-member-hyein-is-back-in-the-spotlight-as-october-comeback-rumours-grow-1.500651601 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ssn7m31b/hyein-2.jpeg Hyein is 19 now, on the cover of Harper's Bazaar Korea's September issue, and talking about dad jokes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/8u6f7j10/hyein_3.jpeg Titled In Between, the shoot captures her at the threshold between girlhood and womanhood Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:45:21.971+04:00 Youngest NewJeans member Hyein is back in the spotlight as October comeback rumours grow Entertainment, Music, Kpop https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kriti-sanon-pushes-back-after-raksha-bandhan-outfit-ad-backlash-culture-is-in-the-heart-not-the-neckline-1.500651608 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/w027up1h/202510093534905.jpeg Rather than staying quiet, the actor addressed the criticism head-on in an Instagram Story on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:45:20.102+04:00 Kriti Sanon pushes back after Raksha Bandhan outfit ad backlash: 'Culture is in the heart, not the neckline' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/convenience-without-the-health-cost-what-uae-doctors-recommend-1.500651589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/m8nw22gm/202608043891830.jpg Small daily changes can offset hidden health risks. Photo for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/k6f1jrym/Dr.-Unni-Rajasekharan-Nair.jpeg Dr. Unni Rajasekharan Nair, consultant internal medicine at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/vgdbwh19/Dr.-Syed-Naveed-Azam.jpeg Dr. Syed Naveed Azam, consultant gastroenterologist at RAK Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/0ndqirz1/Dr.-Murali-Krishna-Neelakantan.jpeg Dr. Murali Krishna Neelakantan, consultant interventional cardiologist at Prime Hospital Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:44:40.544+04:00 Convenience without the health cost: What UAE doctors recommend Health, UAE, UAE, lifestyle, Health https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/upto-90-off-at-dss-final-sale-at-all-xpressions-outlets-in-dubai-1.500651614 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/9l204c75/Picture1.png Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:41:14.342+04:00 Upto 90% off at DSS final sale at all Xpressions outlets in Dubai Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/tornado-tears-through-french-village-dozens-injured-2-1.500651596 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/vshrmvnb/newsml_afp_com_20260825T091545Z_doc_c6fg4xd.jpeg This photograph shows a castle damaged following a tornado in Pomas, southwestern France on August 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:35:14.188+04:00 Tornado tears through French village, dozens injured Europe, France https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-threat-case-mumbai-police-allege-fake-gang-plot-to-extort-money-1.500651591 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/8xkxsh8x/SALMAN-KHAN-21.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:33:56.515+04:00 Salman Khan threat case: Mumbai Police allege fake gang plot to extort money Entertainment, BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-tale-of-nokdu-star-jang-dong-yoon-announces-marriage-to-kim-seung-yoon-my-closest-confidant-1.500651592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/5ljdqb8n/jango.webp In his letter, Jang Dong Yoon described wanting to tell fans directly rather than have the news break elsewhere. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:31:11.158+04:00 The Tale of Nokdu star Jang Dong-yoon announces marriage to Kim Seung-yoon: 'My closest confidant' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-mourns-former-indian-expat-doctor-from-kerala-who-helped-deliver-3000-babies-1.500651574 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/drtc3xqo/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-10.12.27-AM.jpeg Dr Mary John https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/gr1gua4k/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-1.40.19-PM.jpeg Humaid Al Qutami, former Minister of Health and the then chairman of the Board and Director-General of DHA, cuts a cake with Dr Mary John during her farewell. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:26:28.244+04:00 Dubai's healthcare community mourns former Indian expat doctor from Kerala who helped deliver 3,000 babies UAE, Health, people, India, Americas, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Dubai, America https://gulfnews.com/sport/rahul-dravid-backs-india-to-qualify-for-wtc-final-1.500651563 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/23/Copy-of-896710-01-02-1674480832938_185ded5d1b4_large.jpg India's coach Rahul Dravid (right) and captain Rohit Sharma (centre) attend a practice session at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on the eve of their third and final one-day international (ODI) match against New Zealand. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:03:34.994+04:00 Rahul Dravid backs India to qualify for WTC final Sport, Cricket https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/where-to-shop-for-onam-in-the-uae-best-spots-for-kasavu-sarees-mundus-and-jewellery-sets-1.500651533 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/sz7owyyw/Onam-celebrations Here's your guide to the best spots across Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/da0d7ics/Onam-celebrations Representational image only: UAE is full of jewellery shops and offers during the Onam time, especially Gulf News en 2026-08-25T13:00:21.488+04:00 Where to shop for Onam in the UAE: Best spots for Kasavu sarees, mundus, and jewellery sets Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/usain-bolts-100m-world-record-beaten-not-by-a-human-but-a-chinese-robot-1.500651531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/lndyjiic/Robots-Outrun-Usain-Bolt Robots Outrun Usain Bolt https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/lndyjiic/Robots-Outrun-Usain-Bolt Robots Outrun Usain Bolt Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:57:16.881+04:00 Usain Bolt's 100m world record beaten, not by a human but a Chinese robot Sport, Sport, Technology https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/emirati-womens-day-2026-deals-and-desserts-across-the-uae-1.500639589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/t9iu6fcz/Mausam Mausam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/3o8ebqxn/Arjaan_Room.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/yts4d758/ana___1_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/2rjsg8hq/Picture1.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/whz4pd8z/Pistachio_Tiramisu_5.jpeg Pistachio Tiramisu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/fec335i9/CC_12.jpg Caffeine&Culture https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/32klbkwl/China_Tang_Dubai_x_EWD.png China Tang Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/kfnfeq28/IMG_8694_JPG__1_.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/cbrlqitf/Emirati_Womens_Day_Post.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/kd3jvavg/Guerlain-Spa https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/nw941uy3/Gerbou_Food_3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0mdkuxs5/La_Maison_Ani_04_04_22_0743JPEG___Full_size__highest_quality.jpg Tarte Cacahuète & Caramel Salé https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/7y47otg8/Aseeda_French_toast.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/uar35n1l/Untitled_1_0001_DSC07714.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dk8msdhk/Mausam_restaurant__Open_Terrace_Day.jpg Mausam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/j308cpmz/DSC06621.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/zv2s7cyx/JBR05973___Enhanced.jpg Raffles Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/6d1x6wfa/Spa_Cenvaree_1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pfst5t9y/The_Tea_Room.jpg The Tea Room https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/obg69fa0/Address_Downtown_The_Lobby_Lounge_1_EWD.png Address Downtown The Lobby Lounge https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xuosoxz6/IMG_2831.JPG VEO Fitness https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/l1suhryl/Waldorf_Astoria_DIFC_Spa_Reception.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/rxk26egv/Yugen_Care_by_Dr_Gehad.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/c3csz2zk/Zea Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:54:41.293+04:00 Emirati Women’s Day 2026: Deals and desserts across the UAE Lifestyle, Food, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/making-a-pookalam-this-onam-here-is-where-to-buy-the-flowers-in-uae-1.500651532 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-26/elx4zztc/onam-flower-decoration Pookalam: Onam flower decoration https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/8zl551gp/Copy_of_PTI31_08_2020_000014B_1598858103033_174435e88fb_original_ratio.jpg A Keralite woman makes 'Pookalam' (flower rangoli) on the occasion of Onam festival in Chikmagalur, Karnataka. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/9t4hbzz6/Screenshot-2026-08-25-at-12.33.37-PM.png Carmel flowers pookalam options Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:44:18.494+04:00 Making a pookalam this Onam? Here is where to buy the flowers in UAE Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-arabia-launches-flights-to-new-european-destination-with-five-weekly-flights-from-sharjah-1.500651535 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/5sxr5ixr/AaA.jpg Gdansk will join Air Arabia’s existing Sharjah services to Warsaw Chopin and Krakow, as well as the upcoming route to Katowice, which is also scheduled to begin in December. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:39:49.031+04:00 Air Arabia launches flights to new European destination with five weekly flights from Sharjah Aviation, Travel, Aviation, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mrbeasts-latest-viral-video-sees-100-police-officers-hunt-him-for-500000-1.500651517 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/sluag7wm/PIC-11.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/n441kupx/dddd.jpg 100 Indiana State Police Troopers participate in a manhunt for a MrBeast video. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:28:00.201+04:00 MrBeast’s latest viral video sees 100 police officers hunt him for $500,000 World, Entertainment, Viral Video https://gulfnews.com/things-to-do/5-things-to-do-mid-week-in-the-uae-ladies-night-out-carting-and-bollywood-games-night-1.500651470 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/xszsz28k/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-23.png Bollywood games nights, ladies' nights and AR karting: five mid-week picks in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/pqidf009/choice_package_2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/sedtwod8/Rohini___Aug__1_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/g7yw8r0c/DSC03516.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/hw7nhp10/DSC08456-copy-1-1024x683.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/r28pwsda/DSC8971.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:22:14.065+04:00 5 Things to do mid-week in the UAE: Ladies night out, carting, and Bollywood games night Things To Do, Lifestyle, Food https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/anwar-gargash-iran-must-work-with-gcc-countries-to-find-political-way-out-of-war-1.500651499 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/b0i0fm6q/Dr-Anwar-Mohammed-Gargash.avif Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:09:44.879+04:00 Anwar Gargash: Iran must work with GCC countries to find political way out of war Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/trumps-103265-h-1b-fee-what-it-means-for-indians-1.500651507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-08/marhlphu/stock-US-Visa The Trump administration has proposed charging US employers $103,265 for every new H-1B petition subject to the annual visa cap. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:09:41.309+04:00 Trump’s $103,265 H-1B fee: What it means for Indians India, Americas, indian students, America, Visa, US immigration policy, H-1B visa challenges https://gulfnews.com/friday/friday-partner/tariq-khatris-unusual-meta-advertising-results-put-a-new-focus-on-the-economics-of-digital-reach-1.500651466 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/l0ytc6hi/Picture1-revised.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-25T12:00:54.075+04:00 Tariq Khatri’s unusual Meta advertising results put a new focus on the economics of digital reach Friday-Partner https://gulfnews.com/uae/shopping-rush-picks-up-across-uae-ahead-of-onam-celebrations-1.500650756 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/hi3ylgg3/685de8d2-0c4e-411d-bc53-fc1ad21e3c27.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/9ivtbkz7/501c66b9-267d-4e9f-a9f9-987e3520cb7e.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/tdfn47li/943c33aa-f309-4ea2-9a80-a71564b16b0c.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/dvd4kio7/f2afa1d7-7b22-4e26-8885-88637cafd97e.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T11:52:08.337+04:00 Shopping rush picks up across UAE ahead of Onam celebrations UAE, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/sport/former-captain-calls-for-carse-punishment-to-send-shiver-through-england-cricket-1.500651476 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/9wpnev0x/Michael-Vaughan-and-Brydon-Carse.jpg Vaughan feels harsher punishment may be the only way to stop England players from misbehaving. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/jvlwwm1m/Test_Ind_vs_Eng_090.JPG Brydon Carse has been left out of England's squad against Pakistan following the incident. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/bvgzygzg/Michael_Vaughan_188340a02ba_large.jpg Vaughan was England’s Test captain from 2003 to 2008. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/ayydks84/England_s_Ben_Stokes_16cce7e2f27_original_ratio.jpg Stokes found himself in hot water a few times during his England career. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T11:50:55.062+04:00 Former captain calls for Carse punishment to send “shiver” through England cricket Sport, Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/school-is-almost-back-in-the-uae-whos-more-worried-your-child-or-you-7-ways-to-ease-the-transition-1.500651444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/8u5ukzqi/pexels-gustavo-fring-4149077.jpg Returning to school is an emotional shift, from the comfort and familiarity of home into separation, new friendships, classroom expectations, and a fresh set of demands. And that shift deserves as much attention as the packing list. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-08/ddsf32cd/Child-school Resetting bedtime, wake-up times, screen habits, mealtimes, independence, and expectations all in the same week feels efficient. In practice, it tends to overwhelm children rather than help them. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T11:35:23.991+04:00 School is almost back in the UAE: Who’s more worried — your child or you? 7 ways to ease the transition UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/school-starts-soon-what-vaccines-uae-parents-should-check-before-children-return-to-class-1.500651454 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/7e4fo17f/OPN_210823_EDIT_17b723846ed_original_ratio.jpg As the new academic year is set to start, parents are strongly recommended to get their children vaccinated https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/do52aoxw/Dr.Shereena-Photo-.JPG.jpeg Dr. Shereena Khamis Al Mazrouei, department manager of health promotion and public health programme at Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8nbsgsx5/Dr-Vishrut-Singh-Specialist-Paediatrics-Aster-Clinic-Bur-Dubai-AJMC.png Dr. Vishrut Singh, specialist paediatrics at Aster Clinic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/33359d8r/Dr.-Puneet-Wadhwa.jpeg Dr. Puneet Wadhwa, consultant paediatrician at Prime Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1j12y652/Dr.-Riham-Ismail.jpeg Dr. Riham Ismail, specialist paediatrics at Medcare Women and Children Hospital Gulf News en 2026-08-25T11:32:59.098+04:00 School starts soon: What vaccines UAE parents should check before children return to class UAE, Education, Health, UAE, Education, Health, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/asus-unveils-the-new-zenbook-14-copilot-pc-in-the-uae-1.500651418 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/lka5zehy/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:54:53.127+04:00 ASUS unveils the new Zenbook 14 Copilot+ PC in the UAE Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-japanese-fan-steals-spotlight-during-india-vs-sri-lanka-test-1.500651435 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/z747knu4/newsml_afp_com_20260825T062745Z_doc_c6f693g.jpeg India's Prasidh Krishna (C) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis during the third day of the second Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo on August 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:54:43.868+04:00 Watch: Japanese fan steals spotlight during India vs Sri Lanka Test Cricket, cricket, india, Japan, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/back-to-school-uae-lunchbox-guide-what-to-pack-how-much-water-kids-need-and-what-to-avoid-1.500651404 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/2jkzvsvt/Brains_boosting_foods_for_your_kids__lunchbox_179f0aef173_original_ratio.jpg A boiled egg and some fruit will keep a child satisfied far longer than a chocolate-filled sandwich or a packet of biscuits. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/hxfyv64e/Brains_boosting_foods_for_your_kids__lunchbox_179f0aeedf8_original_ratio.jpg Skip: sweetened cereal bars. Try: oats, fruit, or a wholegrain snack paired with protein Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:54:23.384+04:00 Back-to-school UAE lunchbox guide: What to pack, how much water kids need and what to avoid Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/wynn-al-marjan-island-introduces-luxury-townhomes-as-ras-al-khaimah-resort-nears-2027-opening-1.500651421 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/3a0gk0kx/05-Wynn-Al-Marjan-IslandTH-Hero.jpg Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah will introduce four exclusive Townhomes, ranging from 630 to 1,110 square metres, ahead of the resort’s September 2027 opening. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/tw0ammbu/06-Wynn-Al-Marjan-IslandTH-Hero-1-Alt.jpg Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah will introduce four exclusive Townhomes, ranging from 630 to 1,110 square metres, ahead of the resort’s September 2027 opening. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:45:11.308+04:00 Wynn Al Marjan Island introduces luxury townhomes as Ras Al Khaimah resort nears 2027 opening Tourism, Hotels, ultra luxury property market, Ras Al Khaimah tourism https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/what-is-onam-everything-you-need-to-know-about-keralas-harvest-festival-1.500651405 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-26/zde4h50g/onam-flower-decoration onam flower decoration https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/05/MAVELI-1725515125275_191c0b75238_large.jpg Dressed as Kerala’s mythical King Mahabali or Maveli, Egyptian expat Monzer Nawar greets his colleagues and senior executives, including Dr Sathya Menon to his left, during the company’s early Onam celebrations in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/29/A-woman-devotee-prepares-Pookalam--a-traditional-floral-arrangement--as-she-celebrates-the--Onam--festival-at-Ayyappa-Temple-in-Hyderabad-on-August-29--2023.-_18a404d8320_large.jpg A woman prepares Pookalam, a traditional floral arrangement, as she celebrates the 'Onam' festival. The ten-day festivities peak on Thiruvonam. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ws8wlw5d/Thiruvathira.jpg.jpeg Shoppers join performers of traditional Thiruvathira dance from Kerala at a mall in Dubai during Onam celebrations. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:34:35.556+04:00 What is Onam? Everything you need to know about Kerala's harvest festival Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/you-never-know-kerala-nurse-wins-big-ticket-prize-on-second-attempt-1.500651403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/90itd6py/Manikantan-Mohanan-Maniyan-Mohanan.jpeg Manikantan Mohanan Maniyan Mohanan Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:23:47.124+04:00 ‘You never know’: Kerala nurse wins Big Ticket prize on second attempt UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/7-year-old-student-dies-at-palghar-ashram-school-26-others-hospitalised-1.500651326 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/67xpuqj4/202608253917270.jpeg Palghar ashram school Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:15:33.123+04:00 7-year-old student dies at Palghar ashram school; 26 others hospitalised India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-steps-in-to-help-his-body-double-parvez-kazi-after-health-emergency-1.500651382 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ey6djfnl/Parvez17876286096351787628616666e6dc5d71-fb7a-4255-ad78-d0f3cc5bcf74.jpg.avif Parvez Kazi with Salman Khan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/58ku76yj/images-18.jpeg Parvez Kazi has a sharp resemblance to Salman Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:12:55.769+04:00 Salman Khan steps in to help his body double Parvez Kazi after health emergency Entertainment, BollyWood, Salman Khan https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/jharkhand-exam-irregularities-over-100-candidates-questioned-as-cid-sit-expands-probe-1.500651323 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/q0ep3e6s/20260821604f.jpg JPSC-JSSC exam irregularities: Over 100 candidates questioned as CID-SIT expands probe Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:09:10.839+04:00 Jharkhand exam irregularities: Over 100 candidates questioned as CID-SIT expands probe India, ians https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-rejects-intervention-in-don-3-row-says-only-an-mou-exists-what-it-means-for-farhan-akhtar-1.500651375 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/cgiex7xw/202606033812100.jpeg Ranveer Singh–Farhan Akhtar row: Producers Guild condemns artiste conduct that causes financial losses to producers Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:09:02.814+04:00 Ranveer Singh rejects intervention in Don 3 row, says only an ‘MoU’ exists: What it means for Farhan Akhtar Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/greg-rusedski-backs-alex-eala-to-make-deep-us-open-run-1.500651392 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/a1ydhodv/newsml_afp_com_20260817T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290943120.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines serves during a match against Amanda Anisimova of the United States on day seven of the Cincinnati Open at Lindner Family Tennis Center on August 17, 2026 in Mason, Ohio. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:03:46.350+04:00 Greg Rusedski backs Alex Eala to make deep US Open run Tennis, Filipina tennis player, Philippines, Tennis, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-humidity-makes-your-hair-frizz-the-hydrogen-bond-science-1.500647780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/4drr8dro/frizzyhair-1.png Smooth and frizzy hair comparison analogy Gulf News en 2026-08-25T10:00:00.000+04:00 Why humidity makes your hair frizz: the hydrogen bond science Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-leaders-celebrate-legacy-of-prophet-mohammed-1.500651372 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-18/fdri98nr/UAE-leaders.jpg President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (centre), alongside His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum (left) and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Gulf News en 2026-08-25T09:49:55.549+04:00 UAE leaders celebrate legacy of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-25-2026-1.500651354 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/r9dxe483/DXB A view of Dubai International Airport: Residents and businesses with travel, cargo or payment exposure are urged to closely follow official notices. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T09:46:49.282+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 25, 2026) UAE https://gulfnews.com/your-money/dubai-gold-prices-today-gold-eases-after-three-month-high-what-uae-buyers-need-to-know-1.500651344 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ewxji73g/Gold_1738eab9569_original_ratio.jpg Gold is currently consolidating after a powerful four-day rally. Bloomberg described the latest move as a pause following a sharp run-up, with the metal having earlier briefly approached $4,700 an ounce. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T09:36:59.750+04:00 Dubai gold prices today: Gold eases after three-month high — what UAE buyers need to know Your Money, Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/just-say-thank-you-taapsee-pannus-gandhari-hit-by-plagiarism-claim-writer-challenges-kanika-dhillons-credit-1.500651343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/g4c86j7y/taapsee.jpg Taapsee Pannu in Gandhari. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T09:33:49.008+04:00 ‘Just say thank you’: Taapsee Pannu’s Gandhari hit by plagiarism claim, writer challenges Kanika Dhillon’s credit Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-municipality-provides-three-air-conditioned-walking-tracks-for-residents-to-stay-active-during-summer-1.500651336 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/qebhkdgk/Abu-Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/y1fe3wrn/IMG_6665.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T09:27:42.900+04:00 Abu Dhabi Municipality provides three air-conditioned walking tracks for residents to stay active during summer UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flights-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-and-flydubai-delays-cancellations-1.500650142 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-26/cnf3khdl/Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Flying from the UAE today? Here's everything that's changed—from Kuwait and Bahrain flight cancellations to airline travel updates. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T09:04:01.911+04:00 UAE flights today: Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai delays, cancellations Aviation, Gulf, FlyDubai, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-is-the-future-of-ai-computing-in-the-devices-we-carry-1.500650348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/zi6gf0w3/AI As AI moves closer to the user, endpoints are evolving from passive tools into personalised, intelligent assistants capable of processing and acting locally. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T09:01:00.000+04:00 Techie Tonic: Is the future of AI computing in the devices we carry? edge AI, AI endpoints, AI agents, on-device AI, NPUs, AI PCs, AI smartphones, AI privacy, endpoint security, AI workspace, VDI AI, AI assistants, agentic AI, AI hardware, intelligent devices https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/paul-smith-joins-star-studded-abu-dhabi-comedy-season-lineup-at-etihad-arena-tickets-date-1.500651319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/gg1ws9mb/paulsmith.avif He joins a lineup that's shaping up to be one of the season's strongest yet, following previously announced names like Morgan Jay, Maz Jobrani, Mo Amer, and Russell Peters. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T08:54:07.864+04:00 Paul Smith joins star-studded Abu Dhabi Comedy Season lineup at Etihad Arena: Tickets, date Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/winter-is-over-kit-harington-heads-to-hogwarts-as-lockhart-in-harry-potter-season-2-nicholas-hoult-bows-out-1.500651301 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/tghpuzje/newsml_afp_com_20260427T000000Z_PH_GTY_2273477278.jpeg Lockhart was first immortalised on film by Kenneth Branagh in the 2002 adaptation, and Harington now takes on the task of putting his own stamp on one of the franchise's most memorably vain characters. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T08:44:11.082+04:00 Winter is over: Kit Harington heads to Hogwarts as Lockhart in Harry Potter Season 2, Nicholas Hoult bows out Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-south-and-sharjah-see-heavy-traffic-delays-on-tuesday-morning-commute-1.500651285 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/xincswai/gulfnews2026-06-24vni9a0tsgulfnews2026-01-12o29r42wbHessa-Street-Development-Project.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-25T08:38:52.298+04:00 Dubai South and Sharjah see heavy traffic delays on Tuesday morning commute Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/stocks-stagger-and-oil-rises-as-traders-eye-iran-threat-nvidia-results-1.500651241 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-18/2nijx8y7/_1x_1.jpg Traders At The New York Stock Exchange As Wall Street On Hold In Run-Up To Nvidia, Jobs Data Gulf News en 2026-08-25T08:24:08.218+04:00 Stocks stagger and oil rises as traders eye Iran threat, Nvidia results Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/deepika-padukone-not-in-brahmastra-2-actors-team-shuts-down-casting-rumours-1.500651284 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/njd8s9rw/newsml_afp_com_20260602T020016Z_doc_b4m33zq.jpeg The speculation wasn't entirely baseless. It was earlier reported that discussions were underway between Padukone and the makers, and other publications quickly picked up on the casting buzz that followed. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T08:11:49.224+04:00 Deepika Padukone not in Brahmastra 2, actor's team shuts down casting rumours Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/property/object-1-launches-sky-level-1-expanding-its-jvc-residential-portfolio-1.500650573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/hbh9p9j1/Main-photo-for-site.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/cmpdn7sm/Supportive-2nd-photo-for-site.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T08:00:00.000+04:00 Object 1 launches SKY LEVEL 1, expanding its JVC residential portfolio Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/can-you-really-reverse-ageing-uae-doctors-cut-through-the-longevity-hype-and-what-extends-lifespan-1.500650538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/9okudmct/Longevity The first myth to fall is the simplest one: Longevity medicine is a quest to squeeze more candles onto the birthday cake. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/8izhm859/Longevity The idea is not only, to add years to life, but to compress morbidity and extend the years lived in good health. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/o88m6o7u/Longevity Longevity https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/4u8f19cv/Dr__Ksenia_Butova__MD___Founder_and_CEO_of_Longevium.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/gjucj85j/youssef.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/laswlgu9/Dr__Birjis.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T08:00:00.000+04:00 Can you really reverse ageing? UAE doctors cut through the longevity hype and what extends lifespan UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/chris-slade-former-acdc-drummer-retires-at-79-as-stroke-effects-worsen-ive-had-good-innings-1.500651275 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/yf9kp50s/chrisslade.webp Slade also used the video to thank his bandmates and the fans who've supported him throughout his career, telling followers he would continue to post on his Facebook page from time to time. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:56:41.570+04:00 Chris Slade, former AC/DC drummer, retires at 79 as stroke effects worsen: 'I've had good innings' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/emraan-hashmis-awarapan-2-nears-rs-2-billion-globally-enters-top-5-highest-grossing-bollywood-films-of-2026-1.500651265 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/r9woymow/awarapan.avif Awarapan 2 released the same day as Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947, and the gap between the two has only grown. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:44:01.995+04:00 Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 nears Rs 2 billion globally, enters Top 5 highest-grossing Bollywood films of 2026 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-arrests-school-owner-accused-of-taking-loans-using-parents-personal-data-1.500651245 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/7chtrme5/download.webp Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:41:31.320+04:00 Egypt arrests school owner accused of taking loans using parents’ personal data Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/robert-downey-jr-on-avengers-doomsday-weve-laboured-long-and-hard-to-avoid-the-post-endgame-curse-1.500651262 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/10/tab-Robert-Downey-Jr_16a4505a1d3.-in-Avengers-Endgame-(2019)-1554875431815_16a4505a1d3_large.jpg Robert Downey Jr in Avengers Endgame Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:31:44.704+04:00 Robert Downey Jr. on Avengers: Doomsday: ‘We’ve laboured long and hard’ to avoid the post-Endgame curse Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/kuwait-airways-to-launch-direct-phuket-flights-from-october-27-1.500651248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/wqgcj7rp/Kuwait-airways.jpg Kuwait Airways has added Phuket to its networks from October 27. The national carrier will operate two flights a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, with bookings for the new route opening on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:25:49.480+04:00 Kuwait Airways to launch direct Phuket flights from October 27 Aviation, Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/indias-costliest-films-ramayana-toxic-and-more-cross-rs-4000-crore-1.500650839 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/dutmwcla/MAIN-11.jpg A combination image featuring scenes from some of India’s most expensive films, including Ramayana, Toxic, GOAT and Pushpa 2. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/n9wnw1cs/RAMAYANA.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/l6lrxoc4/TOXIC.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/n0hb0d81/Kalki-2898-AD.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/tt3ezz1a/RRR.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/2xid9e12/Adipurush.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/39bk7wgc/2.0-RAJ.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/xcmg9v7w/PUSHPA-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/wto7cuce/The-Raja-Saab.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/wu3e5ync/goat.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/ebiol0oz/Brahmāstra.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:21:00.000+04:00 India’s costliest films: Ramayana, Toxic and more cross Rs 4,000 crore Entertainment, BollyWood, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/auto/when-the-ev-battery-dies-or-car-goes-up-in-flames-can-you-still-get-out-1.500650400 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/lgh88ppo/Screenshot-2026-08-24-at-11.47.02-PM.png In May 2022, California resident Ediel Ruiz Ruiz said he received a notification on his phone that the car alarm to his Tesla Model 3 was going off. He went outside to see his car covered in smoke. He opened the back door and was met with a wall of flames. The first thing to melt was his 4-month-old's car seat. Luckily, no one was in the car. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/aoeco2za/EV-fires-and-Doors.jpeg-GeminiGenerated https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/q9fjn4aa/Tesla-gutted.png A gutted Tesla Model 3 in California. Forbes reported that Tesla vehicles primarily rely on electronic buttons to actuate the doors under normal conditions. In the event of a power failure, the manual backup mechanisms "vary drastically by seat placement and model — and they are frequently hidden from immediate sight. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:16:14.892+04:00 When the EV battery dies or car goes up in flames, can you still get out? Auto, Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-warns-expatriates-of-jail-sr50000-fine-for-working-for-themselves-1.500651242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/itue5ja2/Riyadh.webp The Ministry of Interior said self-employment by expatriates outside the legally permitted employment framework constitutes a violation and urged foreign workers to comply with the kingdom’s residency, labour and border security laws. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T07:08:42.104+04:00 Saudi Arabia warns expatriates of jail, SR50,000 fine for working for themselves Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-expected-to-continue-this-week-as-temperatures-reach-48c-1.500651230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/u73k9mma/gulfnews2026-08-08qzlencsgRain.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-25T06:54:12.476+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain expected to continue this week as temperatures reach 48°C Weather https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/cool-japan-human-fridge-chills-workers-in-extreme-heat-1.500651217 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/w7yl9878/newsml_afp_com_20260825T020033Z_doc_c67m769.jpeg Konoe employee Taichi Konishi takes a break in a cooling box for workers also known as a "human fridge" at the company's warehouse, a specialist wholesaler of screws and surveying equipment, on a hot day in Higashiosaka, Osaka Prefecture on August 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T06:34:14.387+04:00 Cool Japan: Human fridge chills workers in extreme heat Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/turkeys-exports-to-oic-states-reach-415-billion-in-seven-months-of-2026-1.500651189 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/mokkk6cc/202606153826433.jpg Total foreign trade volume between Turkey and OIC countries rose 2.2 % over the January-July period compared to the year prior. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T06:28:24.670+04:00 Turkey’s exports to OIC states reach $41.5 billion in seven months of 2026 Markets, Mena, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/once-its-saviour-us-puts-kuwait-in-irans-crosshairs-1.500651218 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/3tg5nqq9/Kuwait A view of Kuwait City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/8ng8tv6s/newsml_afp_com_20260824T210010Z_doc_c6dn79e.jpeg This grab taken from the CCTV images released by Kuwait's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) shows an explosion following a drone strike at Terminal 1 (T1) of Kuwait International Airport on June 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T06:22:34.181+04:00 Once its saviour, US puts Kuwait in Iran's crosshairs Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/trump-says-iran-collapsing-as-xi-urges-diplomatic-mideast-solution-1.500650156 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/qt3au7fr/24.jpg Trump claims Iran 'collapsing' as US threatens 'economic D-Day' https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/13994ain/Screenshot-2026-08-25-at-7.16.36-AM.png The UK Maritime Trade Operations (MTO) has reported that an oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman at 20:57 UTC on Aug. 24, (12:57 am Gulf Standard Time). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/owawm7f4/23.jpg China's President Xi Jinping, right, and King Abdullah II of Jordan attend a welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T06:17:14.364+04:00 Trump says Iran ‘collapsing’ as Xi urges diplomatic Mideast solution World, Mena, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/new-evidence-prompts-trial-delay-for-libyan-man-charged-in-1988-bombing-of-pan-am-flight-103-1.500651158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/efp5lmr5/preview.jpg This image provided by the Alexandria, Va., Sheriff's Office shows Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi, who is in custody at the Alexandria Adult Detention Center, Dec. 12, 2022, in Alexandria, Virginia. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T06:11:40.388+04:00 New evidence prompts trial delay for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 lockerbie bombing pan am libyan 1988 https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/fatima-sana-vows-consistency-as-pakistan-eye-asia-cup-glory-in-uae-1.500651124 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-07/ene9v11h/newsml_afp_com_20260607T140449Z_doc_b6aa4aw.jpeg Pakistan’s Fatima Sana Gulf News en 2026-08-25T05:51:00.000+04:00 Fatima Sana vows consistency as Pakistan eye Asia Cup glory in UAE Cricket, UAE, cricket, Asia Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-ontario-premier-ford-trade-insults-after-canada-us-talks-collapse-1.500651175 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/14k16imw/ANI_20260824224008.jpeg US President Donald Trump and Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford (File Photo/Reuters/X/@fordnation) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/s8eieo9i/ANI_20260824223715.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-25T05:05:14.688+04:00 Trump, Ontario Premier Ford trade insults after Canada-US talks collapse Americas https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/beyond-aid-why-humanitarian-diplomacy-matters-for-the-uae-1.500650850 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/z2z9kfbm/UAE-marks-World-Humanitarian-Day-on-August-19-each-yea.jpg For the UAE, humanitarian diplomacy should not be understood as an adjunct to foreign policy. It is an increasingly important instrument of foreign policy in its own right. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T05:02:00.000+04:00 Beyond aid: Why humanitarian diplomacy matters for the UAE Op-Eds, Government, UAE government services https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-proposes-103265-fee-for-h-1b-visas-1.500651197 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/amu84rs7/WhatsApp_Image_2023_07_28_at_13_24_49.jpeg US proposes $103,265 fee for H-1B visas Gulf News en 2026-08-25T04:57:19.000+04:00 US proposes $103,265 fee for H-1B visas Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-spoke-with-pakistan-army-chief-munir-last-week-ahead-of-tehran-visit-report-1.500651179 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/ic5fcz1r/ANI_20260824212434.jpeg US President Donald Trump and Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir (File Photo/Reuters/ISPR) Gulf News en 2026-08-25T04:49:38.142+04:00 Trump spoke with Pakistan Army Chief Munir last week ahead of Tehran visit: Report Americas, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/how-17-billion-in-forex-reserves-is-strengthening-pakistans-economy-1.500650884 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/cydxzng2/SBP.jpeg State Bank of Pakistan Gulf News en 2026-08-25T04:44:00.000+04:00 How $17 billion in forex reserves is strengthening Pakistan’s economy economy, Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-rider-omar-al-marzooqi-concludes-fei-jumping-world-championship-campaign-in-aachen-1.500651151 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/wqqn6htz/hc406kf81ka1lrrpo.jpg UAE rider Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzooqi and Enjoy de la Mure. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T04:34:03.695+04:00 UAE rider Omar Al Marzooqi concludes FEI Jumping World Championship campaign in Aachen, Germany Sport https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-markets-slip-despite-tanker-strike-off-oman-as-hormuz-tensions-persist-1.500651181 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/03/17/190317_oil_market_resources1_16a30b36f12_large.jpg A worker unloads crude oil from a tanker in Loving County, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T04:05:45.937+04:00 Oil markets slip despite tanker strike off Oman as Hormuz tensions persist Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-set-for-largest-mass-visa-revocation-in-history-targeting-up-to-200000-foreigners-officials-say-1.500651129 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/gyxsgajs/preview.jpg President Donald Trump walks past Secretary of State Marco Rubio as he arrives for a roundtable on the American mining industry, Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, at the State Department in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Gulf News en 2026-08-25T03:45:48.404+04:00 US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say trump rubio visas revoke https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/unknown-projectile-hits-oil-tanker-off-oman-ukmto-1.500651171 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/13994ain/Screenshot-2026-08-25-at-7.16.36-AM.png The UK Maritime Trade Operations (MTO) has reported that an oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman at 20:57 UTC on Aug. 24, (12:57 am Gulf Standard Time August 25, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-08-25T03:33:45.564+04:00 'Unknown projectile' hits oil tanker off Oman: UKMTO Energy, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/more-ships-more-sanctions-what-stable-hormuz-ships-traffic-means-1.500650968 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/irjyfq43/ANI_20260501095453.jpg Recent MarineTraffic data indicates vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb remained active, with Hormuz recording 121 crossings (up 2.5%) and Bab el-Mandeb recording 269 crossings (up 3.1%). However, headline numbers could mask a shifting mix, including drops in laden transits and increases in ballast and sanctioned movements. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/iktcfa1v/Amzan-off-Yanbu.png Bahri's VLCC Amzan, a Saudi-flagged supertanker, was hit by what the Houthis say was a ballistic missile roughly 63 nautical miles off Yanbu today, sparking a fire on deck. No crew injuries reported, and the Egyptian Navy responded to distress calls. Amzan is the 8th Saudi-linked tanker the Houthis have claimed striking since July 22, part of a declared "blockade" specifically targeting Bahri vessels moving to and from Yanbu. Gulf News en 2026-08-25T02:12:00.000+04:00 More ships, more sanctions: What ‘stable’ Hormuz traffic means Mena, Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-virender-sehwags-son-aaryavir-recreates-his-dads-trademark-shots-1.500651115 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/lgszlbua/Virender_Sehwag_1814809b49e_original_ratio.jpg Virender Sehwag Gulf News en 2026-08-25T00:03:00.000+04:00 Watch: Virender Sehwag’s son Aaryavir recreates his dad’s trademark shots Cricket, cricket, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/brydon-carse-replaced-by-sonny-baker-after-handcuff-incident-1.500651105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/kxq28r56/Test_Ind_vs_Eng_090.JPG Brydon Carse Gulf News en 2026-08-24T23:16:12.092+04:00 Brydon Carse replaced by Sonny Baker after handcuff incident Cricket, cricket, Pakistan, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-removes-syria-from-state-sponsor-of-terrorism-list-1.500651062 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/emz32w4g/gulfnews2024-11-185t36qse1STockUSDEPARTMENTOFSTATE18c49e1ed7aoriginalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-24T22:44:43.659+04:00 US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-villagers-return-cash-after-atm-glitch-doubles-withdrawals-1.500651076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/slqjyiiz/ATM.jpg The error was repeated during several transactions, with customers receiving amounts greater than those entered on the ATM screen. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T22:40:06.084+04:00 Egypt villagers return cash after ATM glitch doubles withdrawals Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/reno-wildfire-forces-42000-to-evacuate-as-hawk-fire-races-towards-city-1.500650048 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/k0rkimjk/28.jpg Active wildfires in Reno, Nevada. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T22:24:13.796+04:00 Reno wildfire forces 42,000 to evacuate as Hawk Fire races towards city Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/us-treasury-chief-vows-to-cut-every-economic-lifeline-of-iran-1.500651008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/s7xatczm/27.jpg The Treasury chief earlier declared that an "economic D-Day" had begun against Tehran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/r7d01rx8/newsml_afp_com_20260824T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291864954.jpeg US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Gulf News en 2026-08-24T22:03:28.125+04:00 US Treasury chief vows to cut every 'economic lifeline' of Iran economy, Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/un-offers-to-facilitate-fertilizer-transit-through-hormuz-1.500651034 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/bxl60xki/gulfnews2026-03-10ihkjsyq9Strait-of-Hormuz44-Read-Only.avif Tehran has indicated it intends to impose fees on ships transiting the strait, which the United States and others in the region oppose. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T21:50:26.128+04:00 UN offers to facilitate fertilizer transit through Hormuz Mena, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israels-netanyahu-says-iran-tried-to-kill-one-of-his-sons-1.500650996 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/qiwz97id/26.jpg Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T21:44:41.535+04:00 Israel's Netanyahu says Iran 'tried to kill' one of his sons Mena, Israel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-govt-proposes-103k-fee-for-skilled-worker-visa-1.500651022 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/zvnewh6l/gulfnews2025-10-21i2tqqq02202510213547597.avif Congress created the H-1B program in 1990, and the US currently awards 85,000 H-1B visas per year. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T21:35:10.253+04:00 Trump govt proposes $103k fee for skilled worker visa Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/dhruv-jurel-reveals-emotional-story-behind-jai-jawan-jai-kisan-tattoo-and-century-celebration-1.500650975 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/emr92i1r/Dhruv-Jurel-reveals-story-behind-Jai-Jawan-Jai-Kisan-tattoo-and-century-celebration Dhruv Jurel reveals story behind 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan' tattoo and century celebration https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/emr92i1r/Dhruv-Jurel-reveals-story-behind-Jai-Jawan-Jai-Kisan-tattoo-and-century-celebration Dhruv Jurel reveals story behind 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan' tattoo and century celebration Gulf News en 2026-08-24T21:02:06.367+04:00 Dhruv Jurel reveals emotional story behind 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan' tattoo and century celebration Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/saudi-arabia-to-invest-7-billion-in-three-theme-parks-near-paris-1.500650984 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/chzr2pei/HQf7y9nXcAAw3SS.jpg France and Saudi Arabia on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding for a six-billion-euro ($7 billion) Saudi investment to create three theme parks near Paris, including one likely to be manga-themed, the office of the French president said. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T21:01:27.712+04:00 Saudi Arabia to invest $7 bn in theme parks near Paris: French presidency Tourism, Europe, Saudi https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-municipality-cuts-oil-and-fat-testing-time-from-2-hours-to-2-minutes-1.500650746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/gn3e9g0o/4ar06kew1ka1cfjpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T20:12:12.891+04:00 Dubai Municipality cuts oil and fat testing time from 2 hours to 2 minutes UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-haircare-for-damaged-hair-on-amazonae-2026-five-treatments-for-dry-stressed-lengths-1.500645501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/j3bzz3ck/haircare1-1.png Haircare essentials arranged for a nourishing at home routine. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T20:00:00.000+04:00 Best haircare for damaged hair on Amazon.ae 2026: Five treatments for dry, stressed lengths Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwaiti-woman-held-for-allegedly-insulting-municipality-inspector-1.500650920 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/2ouygia1/iStockphoto.avif The incident was reported to the Interior Ministry’s operations room after the inspector said the woman had directed offensive remarks at him while he was working. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T19:58:48.282+04:00 Kuwaiti woman held for allegedly insulting municipality inspector Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/seven-year-old-indian-expat-girl-in-uae-falls-to-death-from-sharjah-flat-1.500650872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/cncoakwt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-7.47.02-PM.jpeg Safa Mubarak was all set to return to school next week Gulf News en 2026-08-24T19:51:36.735+04:00 Seven-year-old Indian expat girl in UAE falls to death from Sharjah flat emergencies, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/sharjah-expands-government-payment-options-with-jaywan-card-across-tahseel-1.500650774 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/d4lvxsd4/Jaywan-card.webp Customers can use Jaywan through the Tahseel website and smart application as well as at all Tahseel service centres, allowing government payments to be completed remotely or in person. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T19:00:04.742+04:00 Sharjah expands government payment options with Jaywan card across Tahseel Banking, Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-update-rain-hits-al-ain-as-suhail-rises-marking-seasonal-shift-1.500650840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/xxl5ixas/25.jpg Rain in Al Foah, Al Ain. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T18:59:23.438+04:00 UAE weather update: Rain hits Al Ain as Suhail rises, marking seasonal shift Weather, UAE, Rain https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-weddings-initiative-expands-support-for-emirati-families-1.500650836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/05/NAT-EMIRATI-WEDDING-1559751082881_16b2868c382_large.jpg The Dubai Weddings initiative has helped establish 1,411 families and supported thousands of young Emiratis. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T18:50:32.739+04:00 Dubai Weddings initiative expands support for Emirati families Government https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubai-india-trade-more-than-doubles-to-dh2225b-in-a-decade-up-35-since-cepa-1.500650823 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/c2555azv/dmo.jpg Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, speaks during a panel session at The Economic Times World Leaders Forum 2026 in New Delhi, attended by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T18:38:10.303+04:00 Dubai-India trade more than doubles to Dh222.5b in a decade, up 35% since CEPA economy, Markets, India, Indian economy, UAE economy https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-sharjah-traffic-motorists-face-congestion-on-e11-e311-and-other-key-routes-1.500650787 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/641yxwyb/traffic.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-15/f2td8jf1/STAFFNAT__260115_Traffic_Jam_VSAKLANI_181768503947818.jpg Huge traffic at Damascus road in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:55:33.915+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Motorists face congestion on E11, E311 and other key routes Dubai traffic, Sharjah traffic, Dubai Sharjah commute, E11 congestion, E311 traffic, Al Ittihad Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Al Nahda traffic, Al Taawun congestion, Sahara Centre, Muwaileh traffic, Maleha Street, Sharjah roadworks, traffic diversion, live traffic updates https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-rta-ramps-up-school-safety-with-30-day-bus-inspection-drive-more-taxis-and-buses-1.500650775 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/ke3z7byy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-5.32.02-PM.jpeg An RTA employee inspects a school bus ahead of schools reopening on August 31 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/oo4g7fz6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-5.32.02-PM-1.jpeg RTA has issued circulars to school bus operators, stressing full operational readiness Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:54:43.700+04:00 Dubai RTA ramps up school safety with 30-day bus inspection drive, more taxis and buses Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-insurance-assets-hit-dh1649b-as-premiums-surge-15-1.500650779 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ab784b2f/bankingjan2019_resources1_16a310728a7_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:49:36.311+04:00 UAE insurance assets hit Dh164.9b as premiums surge 15% Banking, Insurance, UAE insurance https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/parkin-expands-beyond-uae-with-bahrain-push-after-egypt-entry-1.500650758 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/nzmd8wbc/nn.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:37:20.021+04:00 Parkin expands beyond UAE with Bahrain push after Egypt entry Markets, Bahrain, Africa, Gulf, Egypt, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-tops-global-airlines-in-international-capacity-in-august-1.500650694 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/z83mekw2/Stock_Emirates_Airlines_18bb3128652_original_ratio.jpg The Dubai-based carrier’s international capacity was about 21 per cent higher than second-ranked Ryanair, which recorded around 25.7 billion ASKs during August. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:31:39.692+04:00 Emirates tops global airlines in international capacity in August Aviation, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/china/chinas-xi-jinping-urges-diplomatic-mideast-solution-in-talks-with-jordans-king-1.500650709 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/owawm7f4/23.jpg China's President Xi Jinping, right, and King Abdullah II of Jordan attend a welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:30:57.239+04:00 China's Xi Jinping urges 'diplomatic' Mideast solution in talks with Jordan's king China, Mena, China, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/asics-keeps-uae-families-moving-this-back-to-school-season-with-comfort-performance-and-wellbeing-1.500650751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/aupwrpma/FRI260828Friday-PartnerAsics1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/pbwq4719/FRI260828Friday-PartnerAsics3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:26:23.243+04:00 ASICS keeps UAE families moving this back-to-school season with comfort, performance and well-being Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/emirati-women-remain-custodians-of-the-uaes-cultural-identity-1.500650720 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/es155xis/IMG6966.jpeg Huda Alkhamis-Kanoo, Founder of Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) and Founder and Artistic Director of Abu Dhabi Festival Gulf News en 2026-08-24T17:03:59.598+04:00 Emirati women remain custodians of the UAE’s cultural identity people https://gulfnews.com/world/how-a-sanctuary-outside-la-has-cared-for-rare-endangered-gibbons-for-a-half-century-1.500650701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/j818amsd/Copy-of-APTOPIXGibbonConservation2681-b85af.jpg Rocky, a gibbon hand-raised by on-site caretaker Jodi Kleier, sits in an enclosure at the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/h0hkncdu/Copy-of-GibbonConservation1686-0dac7.jpg On-site caretaker Jodi Kleier hands a piece of banana to a gibbon at the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/c0svfi8v/Copy-of-GibbonConservation4592-33923.jpg On-site caretaker Jodi Kleier arranges replica gibbon skeletons and skulls for visitors at the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/dfcjqb5l/Copy-of-GibbonConservation169-3f23a.jpg An aerial view shows the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/zkqgi6d4/Copy-of-GibbonConservation2829-8416b.jpg Two gibbons eat in an enclosure at the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/6lyzu9wj/Copy-of-GibbonConservation4232-1c27c.jpg Gibbon Conservation Center Director Gabi Skollar poses for a photo at the center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/nznkv5hl/Copy-of-GibbonConservation33684-a619e.jpg Gibbon Conservation Center Director Gabi Skollar feeds a gibbon at the center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/mkrznboq/Copy-of-GibbonConservation41325-d4b11.jpg A gibbon peers through the fence of an enclosure at the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/z5od4fe3/Copy-of-GibbonConservation46764-f3bd5.jpg Fruits and vegetables for gibbons are laid out on a table at the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita, Calif. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:51:43.440+04:00 How a sanctuary outside LA has cared for rare, endangered gibbons for a half-century World, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-sets-fines-of-up-to-sr5-million-for-marine-pollution-violations-1.500650681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/zw5vso63/Marine-lives.webp The revised executive regulations for the sustainable management of the marine and coastal environment were approved by Abdulrahman Al Fadley, Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:50:10.012+04:00 Saudi Arabia sets fines of up to SR5 million for marine pollution violations Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tunisia-migrant-boat-tragedy-sparks-clashes-as-death-toll-rises-to-11-1.500650662 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/i94rr4j9/al24-News.jpg The casualty figures have risen sharply since the initial reports of eight bodies being recovered. Tunisia’s coastguard said on Sunday that 11 bodies had been recovered from the boat, which left early on Thursday carrying 15 mostly young Tunisians. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:49:39.129+04:00 Tunisia migrant boat tragedy sparks clashes as death toll rises to 11 Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/meet-ameen-avi-singer-of-jhoota-on-his-rise-to-stardom-with-khan-saab-of-dhurandhar-fame-1.500650631 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/jk147unm/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-12.59.02-PM.jpeg Avinash Kumar, better known by his stage name Ameen Avi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/piqfam3m/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-12.58.17-PM.jpeg Avinash when he was 5 years old in his father's shop which is still open to this day https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/j0c06r6u/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-12.57.46-PM.jpeg Avinash in 2011 performing at his college annual function Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:47:06.713+04:00 Meet Ameen Avi singer of Jhoota on his rise to stardom with Khan Saab of Dhurandhar fame UAE, Entertainment, Music, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/by-the-numbers-the-best-stats-from-the-opening-weekend-in-the-epl-1.500650647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/fu2o9t67/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-24-2026-043634-PM.png Check out these stats from the weekend's football. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/6sur4l2b/newsml_afp_com_20260822T121322Z_doc_c6a77qx.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/cejnexle/preview.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/inzsh3hl/newsml_afp_com_20260823T173015Z_doc_c6c66ct.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:41:49.897+04:00 By the numbers: The best stats from the opening weekend in the EPL Sport, Football, football, premier league, manchester united, Liverpool, Manchester City https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/fake-airline-real-scam-how-bretish-airways-trapped-delhi-airport-jobseekers-1.500650656 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/x8j8r1uc/202608243916299.jpeg Six people, including the alleged mastermind, his associate, a website developer and three tele-callers, have been apprehended after investigators traced the operation to Noida. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:37:24.450+04:00 Fake airline, real scam: How ‘Bretish Airways’ trapped Delhi airport jobseekers India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/what-a-powerful-el-niño-could-mean-for-uae-weather-into-2027-1.500650624 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/f1yxnj5j/El-nino El Niño effects are expected to become more noticeable from autumn and continue through the 2026-27 winter, potentially lingering until April. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:32:26.029+04:00 What a powerful El Niño could mean for UAE weather into 2027 Weather, UAEweather https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-appoints-31-members-to-judiciary-prosecution-1.500650488 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/iul7djm0/ojg06keb1ka13avpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:29:45.559+04:00 Sharjah appoints 31 members to judiciary, prosecution Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/sharjah-ruler-approves-4434-scholarships-for-emiratis-children-of-emirati-women-in-sharjah-1.500650585 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/lur4ojm7/gvx06keq1ka16ykpo.jpg His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:26:17.643+04:00 Sharjah Ruler approves 4,434 scholarships for Emiratis, children of Emirati women in Sharjah Education https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/meet-the-new-pakistan-idol-hira-qaiser-wins-2026-title-1.500650667 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/akc0acbx/Hira-Qaiser.jpg Hira Qaiser is the new winner of Pakistan Idol award. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:22:01.096+04:00 Meet the new Pakistan Idol: Hira Qaiser wins 2026 title Pakistan, Entertainment, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-arrests-more-than-100-wanted-people-residency-violators-in-security-raids-1.500650625 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/ha6fgk7w/gettyimages-1243062178-612x612.jpg A total150 wanted people and residency violators have been arrested during separate campaigns in Farwaniya, Khaitan and Riggae, as authorities stepped up enforcement and security patrols. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:17:34.870+04:00 Kuwait arrests more than 100 wanted people, residency violators in security raids Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/she-begged-for-a-living-in-india-after-her-death-bags-revealed-rs840000-1.500650650 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/11/10/rupee-coins-generic_16e552cfd28_large.jpg A 69-year-old woman who begged on the streets of Karnataka left behind savings worth Rs840,000, mostly in coins. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:16:42.100+04:00 She begged for a living in India. After her death, bags revealed Rs840,000 India, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-unveils-new-higher-education-fee-framework-1.500650632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/kctxiuo8/Graduation The resolution aims to create a clear and unified financial and regulatory framework while protecting students’ rights. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:03:34.909+04:00 UAE unveils new higher education fee framework Education https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-a-parked-car-hits-70c-in-the-sun-1.500645677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/rquw6rtd/carshade1-1.png A parked car heats up rapidly under intense direct sunlight. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T16:00:00.000+04:00 Why a parked car hits 70C in the sun Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/tributes-pour-in-as-portuguese-footballer-quevin-castro-dies-aged-25-1.500650629 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/y0i6ytht/Castro.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:56:24.895+04:00 Tributes pour in as Portuguese footballer Quevin Castro dies aged 25 Football, football https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-set-for-packed-september-agenda-of-major-events-and-exhibitions-1.500650618 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/sv62eog7/IMG6956.jpeg UAE gears up for a packed September of major events in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, spanning energy, tourism, tech, culture and more, boosting business tourism. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:52:08.040+04:00 UAE set for packed September agenda of major events and exhibitions Business, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/al-hilal-plot-100m-premier-league-raid-to-dethrone-ronaldos-al-nassr-1.500650588 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/6134igqz/Al-Hilals-£100m-Premier-League-double-swoop Al Hilal's £100m Premier League double swoop https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/6134igqz/Al-Hilals-£100m-Premier-League-double-swoop Al Hilal's £100m Premier League double swoop https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/l1nsnj8e/newsml_afp_com_20260809T150617Z_doc_c4a89b6.jpeg Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder #11 Gabriel Martinelli takes a penalty after pre-season friendly football match between Arsenal and Borussia Dortmund at the Emirates Stadium in London on August 9, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/0t4h7ykf/newsml_afp_com_20260520T204429Z_doc_b3jb7ea.jpeg Aston Villa's English striker #11 Ollie Watkins reacts during the UEFA Europa League final football match between SC Freiburg and Aston Villa at Besiktas Park in Istanbul on May 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:43:32.808+04:00 Al Hilal plot £100m Premier League raid to dethrone Ronaldo's Al Nassr Football, football, premier league, Saudi Pro League https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/bhima-jewellers-expands-uae-presence-with-two-new-showrooms-at-lulu-al-barsha-and-lulu-muweilah-1.500650590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/f8v1ogmq/Barsha.jpg-2.jpeg From left: Shri. Abhishek Bindumadhav, Managing Director – Bhima Jewellers, Shri. B. Bindu Madhav, Chairman – Bhima Jewellers, Guest of Honour Shri. Salim M.A., Group Director – Global Operations, Shri. Dr. B. Govindan, Chairman – Bhima Jewellers, U. Nagaraja Rau, Director – Bhima Jewellers, Smt. Navya Suhas and Smt. Renuka Acharya - Bhima family https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/q7mvrrnk/Muweilah.jpg-3.jpeg From left: Smt. Renuka Acharya - Bhima Family, Shri. Abhishek Bindumadhav, Managing Director – Bhima Jewellers, Shri. B. Bindu Madhav, Chairman – Bhima Jewellers, Shri. Praveen Kumar Shetty, Chairman – Fortune Hotels, Dubai, Shri. Dr. B. Govindan, Chairman – Bhima Jewellers, U. Nagaraja Rau, Director – Bhima Jewellers, Smt. Navya Suhas - Bhima family, Shri. Salim, General Manager – Lulu Muweilah Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:42:09.536+04:00 Bhima Jewellers expands UAE presence with two new showrooms at Lulu Al Barsha and Lulu Muweilah Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/rats-chew-through-12m-an-indian-woman-saved-to-buy-gold-1.500650571 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/zzi5fbht/India The woman, from Gonda in Uttar Pradesh, had reportedly been setting aside small amounts of money since 2019 without telling her husband and storing the cash in a trunk at home. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:36:41.747+04:00 Rats chew through ₹1.2m an Indian woman saved to buy gold India, india https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/innovo-group-partners-with-dubai-proptech-hub-to-accelerate-construction-innovation-1.500650584 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/phs3wbwr/Innovo-DIFC.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:32:06.765+04:00 Innovo Group partners with Dubai PropTech Hub to accelerate construction innovation Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-s-economic-d-day-targets-tehran-hard-hit-ordinary-iranians-face-even-more-pain-1.500650501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/944m12fh/iranbread.gif An Iranian baker at work. Ordinary Iranians are already struggling with soaring food prices as the US prepares to tighten the economic squeeze on Tehran. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:23:39.465+04:00 Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ targets Tehran: Ordinary Iranians face even more pain Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Iran, americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubais-iconic-toyota-sign-will-live-on-after-landmark-building-is-demolished-1.500650574 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/8xhqr50q/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-20-at-12.58.41.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/5g36439r/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_20_at_12_58_41.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:21:03.972+04:00 Dubai’s iconic Toyota sign will live on after landmark building is demolished UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/46-million-views-and-a-police-statement-tiktok-turned-dr-seuss-into-a-horror-story-1.500650533 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/nd4d0sc6/1b80a410-9f0e-11f1-aed2-8d6da8d75094.png.webp Wexford Garda verified the image is AI generated https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/32xgjsgv/TELEMMGLPICT00049940481517875603991180transNvBQzQNjv4BqIcH2eDxRCXqn9n-5w65eGMTKd5eaSHuLgb3O-m5FM.jpeg.webp The Cat's dancing scenes, his wide grin, his towering striped hat, all of it turned out to translate unnervingly well into the analog horror aesthetic. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/geguaj2v/1b80a410-9f0e-11f1-aed2-8d6da8d75094.png.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/p5goz90i/c24d6df0-9ef0-11f1-aed4-af6fe65bfcd6.jpg.webp The Cat in the Hat, a character from the eponymous Dr Seuss book, has been depicted on screen multiple times, including photographed here on a US talk show Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:18:11.487+04:00 4.6 million views and a police statement: TikTok turned Dr Seuss into a horror story World, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/ecb-vice-chairman-khalid-al-zarooni-elected-at-asian-cricket-council-as-vice-president-1.500650534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/bgzpglcz/Khalid-Al-Zarooni-photo.jpg-1.jpeg The Emirates Cricket Board Vice-Chairman takes on new role at Asian Cricket Council. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:14:49.592+04:00 ECB vice-chairman Khalid Al Zarooni elected at Asian Cricket Council as vice president Sport, Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-enters-suhail-season-but-fog-keeps-famous-star-out-of-sight-1.500650509 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/h1qzmb79/Suhail Suhail itself has yet to be seen with the naked eye in the UAE, with fog and prevailing weather conditions obscuring the star close to the south-eastern horizon before sunrise. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:14:18.786+04:00 UAE enters Suhail season, but fog keeps famous star out of sight Weather, weatherforecast https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/honor-grows-35-in-middle-east-as-smartphone-shipments-fall-13-in-h1-2026-1.500650555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-26/aihc6hls/HONOR-X9c.jpg Omdia's data shows HONOR moving against the wider market trend, with its shipments increasing 35 per cent year on year. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:09:37.996+04:00 HONOR grows 35% in Middle East as smartphone shipments fall 13% in H1 2026 Retail, Smartphones https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/jaiswal-fernando-fined-25-per-cent-of-match-fee-for-on-field-altercation-1.500650554 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/d38ja8d1/20260823095f.jpg Jaiswal, Fernando penalised after on-field altercation in Colombo Gulf News en 2026-08-24T15:05:15.695+04:00 Jaiswal, Fernando fined 25 per cent of match fee for on-field altercation Cricket, cricket, india, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/sport/golf-in-uae/scottish-golfer-gets-call-from-trump-after-winning-dp-world-tour-title-1.500650514 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/w1p1w91e/Scott-Jamieson Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:47:41.109+04:00 Scottish golfer gets call from Trump after winning DP World Tour title Golf-in-UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/sharjahs-business-environment-lauded-as-pbcs-signs-new-mou-1.500650519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/0hmqhouq/PBC-Shj.jpg Saleem Akhtar (left) and Khalid Chaudhry during the MoU signing ceremony at an event in Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:46:39.259+04:00 Sharjah’s business environment lauded as PBCS signs new MoU Business, UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/know-your-artist-john-cena-pom-klementieff-mackenyu-and-amr-diab-5-artists-coming-to-the-uae-1.500650489 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/0s69oh26/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-21.png This week the list spans a wrestling icon turned Hollywood actor, a Marvel actress, a One Piece star, one of Arabic pop's most beloved voices and a comic con first-timer straight out of the Star Wars universe. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/24/Wrestler-turned-Hollywood-actor-John-Cena_18714854bf2_large.jpg Wrestler turned Hollywood actor John Cena https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/alsjsdje/1498838777-pom-klementieff-mantis.jpg.avif Pom Klementieff as Mantis, the empath with the antennae who first appeared in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/tvjpugbw/zoro.webp Mackenyu as Zoro in One Piece https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/03/Egyptian-singer-Tamer-Hosny_17f4f622763_large.jpg Egyptian singer Tamer Hosny https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/d8hf9hxt/Amr_Diab_16f8495906b_original_ratio.jpg Egyptian sensation Amr Diab Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:43:41.177+04:00 Know your artist: John Cena, Pom Klementieff, Mackenyu and Amr Diab — 5 artists coming to the UAE Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/were-hiring-social-media-creator-1.500585330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/wyy4rfvl/Hiring-Gulf-News-Social-Media-Creator Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:39:01.454+04:00 We're hiring: Social Media Creator UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/al-fajr-newspaper-founder-obaid-humaid-al-mazrouei-dies-uae-media-mourns-a-pioneer-1.500650505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/edb1i4fp/Al-Fajr-founder-Obaid-Humaid-Al-Mazrouei Al Fajr founder Obaid Humaid Al Mazrouei Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:35:58.262+04:00 Al Fajr newspaper founder Obaid Humaid Al Mazrouei dies; UAE media mourns a pioneer UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/several-flights-diverted-as-rain-in-delhi-ncr-disrupts-airport-services-1.500650470 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/bm7qnwgr/202608243916050.jpeg Heavy rain lashed Delhi-NCR on Monday, leading to disruption of flight services. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:19:12.830+04:00 Several flights diverted as rain in Delhi-NCR disrupts airport services India, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/one-click-can-change-everything-how-can-students-protect-their-devices-files-and-personal-data-from-cyberattacks-1.500650469 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/hfxwux1r/IMG6655.jpeg Strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, regular backups and caution with links can help students stay one step ahead of cyber threats. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:07:52.590+04:00 One click can change everything: How can students protect their devices, files and personal data from cyberattacks? Government, Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-family-in-uae-mourns-daughter-17-killed-in-abu-dhabi-car-crash-1.500650418 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/5hq798gt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-23-at-9.48.10-PM.jpeg Nabanipa Sinha was an outstanding student who became the second topper in Grade 12 Commerce stream in her school Gulf News en 2026-08-24T14:01:05.095+04:00 Indian expat family in UAE mourns daughter, 17, killed in Abu Dhabi car crash UAE, emergencies, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Dubai, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/drishyam-4-confirmed-with-mohanlals-georgekutty-1.500650450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/mvtkqini/dda.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:56:53.202+04:00 Drishyam 4 confirmed with Mohanlal’s Georgekutty South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/sport/meet-isaac-del-toro-uae-teams-superstar-in-the-making-1.500650467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/hiudmosp/newsml_afp_com_20260806T143849Z_doc_c44m2t4.jpeg UAE Team Emirates - XRG's Mexican rider Isaac Del Toro Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:56:34.671+04:00 Meet Isaac del Toro, UAE team’s superstar in the making Sport https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/onam-2026-uae-guide-best-places-for-sadhya-and-celebration-in-dubai-abu-dhabi-and-sharjah-1.500650322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/08/20/onam_17b61e606d8_large.jpg Thiruvonam, the most important day of Kerala's harvest festival, falls on 26 August this year https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/01/31/Kerala-sadhya-_17758a4302b_large.jpg Kerala sadhya https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ws8wlw5d/Thiruvathira.jpg.jpeg Shoppers join performers of traditional Thiruvathira dance from Kerala at a mall in Dubai during Onam celebrations. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/nxt2wp73/190910_onam_16d1bf356ce_original_ratio.jpg Malayali expats shop for vegetables and flowers for Onam celebrations in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/h39ed9wg/ba3c3618-3ae1-47a0-b60e-3db462f36d5bsize1920cropCenter.jpg.webp Onam Sadhya (Chilled) from Lulu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/gxsd19qi/Screenshot-2026-08-24-at-1.34.25-PM.png Onamamangam Season 5, Sharjah Expo Centre https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/qvtpkt64/IMG_7556_JPG.jpeg RJ Akshay Uthaman and wife Akza Jose in Onam outfits with designs of Dubai landmarks Burj Khalifa and Museum of Future Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:51:54.291+04:00 Onam 2026 UAE guide: Best places for sadhya and celebration in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah Lifestyle, Food, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/why-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-taped-his-duleep-trophy-jersey-to-make-it-no-3-and-the-numerology-behind-it-1.500650424 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/5bxk18ew/Vaibhav Part of the number on the back of Vaibhav's jersey had been covered with tape https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/5bxk18ew/Vaibhav Part of the number on the back of Vaibhav's jersey had been covered with tape Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:51:17.809+04:00 Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi taped his Duleep Trophy jersey to make it No. 3 and the numerology behind it Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/finland-to-host-arctic-summit-for-eu-leaders-in-september-1.500650356 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/21/OPN-200221-EU-HEADQUARTER-NEW-1582279892131_170673b1ca5_large.jpg Rovaniemi summit to address security, climate and new Arctic shipping routes. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:36:57.540+04:00 Finland to host Arctic summit for EU leaders in September Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/gulf-aviation-six-months-into-us-iran-war-what-it-means-for-uae-airlines-airports-and-travellers-1.500650426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/c4res5xo/summertravelpeak-4.jpg Six months into the US-Iran war, Gulf aviation is showing its ability to recover from a major shock — but the crisis is also changing the way airlines, airports and investors think about the region’s future. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jtfjieye/Flight_179f657b264_original_ratio.jpg Dubai International Airport is among the Gulf hubs at the centre of global air travel, with the Middle East crisis continuing to affect airline routes, capacity and fares. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/3euh7s32/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-24-2026-012806-PM.png Dubai’s aviation sector is recovering six months into the US-Iran war, with Gulf airlines restoring capacity while adapting to higher costs, shifting passenger demand and new geopolitical risks. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:35:00.999+04:00 Gulf aviation six months into US-Iran war: What it means for UAE airlines, airports and travellers Aviation, Travel, Gulf, Etihad Airways, Emirates Group, FlyDubai, Emirates airline, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/fab-launches-fully-automated-paperless-loan-journey-1.500650406 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/wdkbm33a/fab Payit is addressing this everyday challenge by enabling eligible customers to complete international transfers immediately and repay the amount within 30 days. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:33:03.199+04:00 FAB launches fully automated, paperless loan journey Banking https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/akshaye-khannas-fearsome-shukracharya-avatar-storms-into-mahakali-trailer-a-mythic-showdown-awaits-1.500650425 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/nrqosila/akshay3.webp It's a striking pivot for the actor, who recently earned praise for his role in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:30:22.585+04:00 Akshaye Khanna's fearsome Shukracharya avatar storms into Mahakali trailer: A mythic showdown awaits Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-security-chief-ajit-doval-visits-china-for-border-talks-1.500650386 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/8kniue0i/ANI_20260824085447.jpg India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval with Chinese FM Wang Yi Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:24:16.698+04:00 India security chief Ajit Doval visits China for border talks India https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/laptop-catches-fire-burns-passenger-on-us-flight-why-it-happens-and-what-you-should-do-1.500650427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/09/03/Stock-Boeing-American-airlines_17453fe8636_large.jpg An American Airlines aircraft. A laptop caught fire aboard one of its flights from Atlanta to Dallas. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:22:31.592+04:00 Laptop catches fire, burns passenger on US flight: Why it happens and what you should do Americas, Aviation, transport, Aviation, americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/lando-norris-mitchell-starc-and-hull-city-winners-and-losers-from-the-weekend-in-sport-1.500650404 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/55cb62mh/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-24-2026-010918-PM.png This weekend showed first-hand the highs and lows of sport! https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/me4mbo4z/newsml_afp_com_20260823T162915Z_doc_c6bw8ym.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/6q66xoou/newsml_afp_com_20260822T132819Z_doc_c6ab9n3.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/ri7fiubk/newsml_afp_com_20260823T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291759398.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/ag23yq1x/newsml_afp_com_20260823T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291752547.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/95gf9tnt/newsml_afp_com_20260823T050106Z_doc_c6b76jz.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/yudtpeex/newsml_afp_com_20260823T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291742560.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/f9xpii54/newsml_afp_com_20260823T140702Z_doc_c6bn4hx.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/xnh3gpm2/newsml_afp_com_20260822T121655Z_doc_c6a77qp.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/wb9aawkz/newsml_afp_com_20260823T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291743054.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:17:13.241+04:00 Lando Norris, Mitchell Starc and Hull City: Winners and losers from the weekend in sport Sport, Football, Tennis, Cricket, Motorsport, cricket, Formula1, football, tottenham hotspur, manchester united, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-uae-avoiding-harm-and-building-alternatives-in-an-era-of-maritime-transformations-1.500650409 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/byne66y6/hormuz2_1780393879669.jpg The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most critical arteries of global trade, and no country — regardless of its capabilities — can treat it as an option that can be ignored or dispensed with. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:15:17.286+04:00 The UAE: Avoiding harm and building alternatives in an era of maritime transformations Op-Eds, Government, economy, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/thailands-ditp-brings-letsgothai-2026-campaign-to-dubai-spotlighting-thai-products-in-the-uae-market-1.500650420 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/81996en4/1200x900-px.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:12:08.085+04:00 Thailand's DITP brings LetsGoThai 2026 campaign to Dubai, spotlighting Thai products in the UAE Market Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-team-emirates-xrgs-del-toro-lands-overall-title-at-lidl-deutschland-tour-1.500650271 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/sh25nzv3/4zw06k8q1ka0u61po.png Isaac del Toro's 11th victory of the season adds another major title to a breakthrough 2026 campaign. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:07:38.356+04:00 UAE Team Emirates-XRG's Isaac del Toro lands overall title at Lidl Deutschland Tour Sport https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/5-best-home-printers-for-the-back-to-school-season-from-noon-1.500647757 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/r5e23ng8/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-21-2026-121134-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/norri3o7/1a13f58e-9efc-49d2-a6b5-a9570861a947.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/dvhqe11k/80671bbd-55c8-46ef-832d-e3f5b40c3494.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/1e1rbph2/864a1d1c-66ea-4a09-8e91-6d8c169e105c.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/pp9c9o6o/b71e0e54-8690-4b09-9f61-d0d30bc4c7a5.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/ys00jgck/f966c99b-bb04-4f90-b788-b43ad3184a3a.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T13:02:47.350+04:00 5 best home printers for the back-to-school season from noon Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/3-year-college-degree-save-time-and-money-but-critics-push-back-1.500650128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/d37d4eby/preview.jpg Giles Sims, who is getting a 90-hour bachelor of applied science in communication from Ensign College poses for a portrait on campus in Salt Lake City, Utah Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Marielle Scott) Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:51:21.106+04:00 3-year college degree is coming: Save time and money — but critics push back three year college degree https://gulfnews.com/sport/euroleague-basketball-supercup-to-make-abu-dhabi-debut-in-september-1.500650334 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/rvap19o6/Experience-Abu-DhabiEuroLeague-SuperCup-Fenerbahce-Tarfin-Istanbul.jpeg Four of Europe’s top clubs, including UAE’s Dubai Basketball, will compete at Etihad Arena on September 18 and 19. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:49:54.289+04:00 Euroleague Basketball SuperCup to make Abu Dhabi debut in September Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/woman-held-after-husband-found-mutilated-in-haryana-home-1.500650384 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-27/e0x1863p/crime-scene.jpg A woman has been accused of killing her husband and mutilating his body before jumping from the terrace of their rented home. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:38:15.625+04:00 Woman held after husband found mutilated in Haryana home India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/emirati-women-play-key-role-in-preserving-uaes-cultural-heritage-1.500650378 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-27/ase3it7l/Al-AIn-Museum Al AIn Museum https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/nvjzbu0s/IMG_6962.jpeg Khawla Al Marri https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/zpkifcaf/IMG_6963.jpeg Shaikha Al Blooshi Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:34:27.410+04:00 Emirati women play key role in preserving UAE’s cultural heritage UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/how-f1-champ-lando-norris-aims-to-defend-title-in-abu-dhabi-1.500650374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/0r432u16/newsml_afp_com_20260823T134830Z_doc_c6bk4mm.jpeg McLaren's British driver Lando Norris looks on ahead of the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix at The Circuit Zandvoort, western Netherlands, on August 23, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:30:16.920+04:00 How F1 champ Lando Norris aims to defend title in Abu Dhabi Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/onam-2026-from-khalifa-to-bethlehem-kudumba-unit-what-to-watch-in-uae-theatres-and-on-ott-1.500650330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/y5fqgxxa/ONAM-RELEASE.jpg Khalifa, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, Thudakkam to I'm Game, which will release on September 3. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:27:03.246+04:00 Onam 2026: From Khalifa to Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, what to watch in UAE theatres and on OTT Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/roger-federer-to-return-to-us-open-four-years-after-retirement-1.500650367 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-14/k1ibky5s/newsml_afp_com_20130829T000000Z_PH_GTY_178343205.jpeg Roger Federer of Switzerland returns a shot during his men's singles second round match against Carlos Berlocq of Argentina on Day Four of the 2013 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 29, 2013 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:24:31.799+04:00 Roger Federer to return to US Open four years after retirement Sport, Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-abu-dhabi-captures-cats-eye-nebula-after-nine-day-imaging-effort-1.500650343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/mjyq69ar/AD Known formally as NGC 6543, the Cat’s Eye Nebula lies in the constellation Draco, about 3,000 light-years from Earth. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:13:11.033+04:00 Watch: Abu Dhabi captures Cat’s Eye Nebula after nine-day imaging effort UAE, Space https://gulfnews.com/sport/watch-ronaldo-appears-uncomfortable-after-exchange-with-infantino-1.500650338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/397esnrb/RONALDO-11.jpg Ronaldo's facial expressions as he walked away from the FIFA president has grabbed headlines. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/g9k7hobo/newsml_afp_com_20260823T185335Z_doc_c6c88f3.jpeg Infantino has angered a number of governing bodies in recent weeks. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:11:18.986+04:00 Watch: Ronaldo appears uncomfortable after exchange with Infantino Sport, Football, football, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rishabh-pant-creates-history-in-sri-lanka-breaks-ms-dhonis-record-1.500650344 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/n2mkmjbz/newsml_afp_com_20260824T063454Z_doc_c6ck84q.jpeg India's Rishabh Pant plays a shot during the second day of the second Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo on August 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:07:49.518+04:00 Rishabh Pant creates history in Sri Lanka, breaks MS Dhoni’s record Cricket, cricket, india, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/tanker-on-fire-off-saudi-arabia-after-strike-by-unknown-projectile-maritime-agency-1.500650327 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/j56q7p5e/Saudi-Arabia-tanker Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:06:15.456+04:00 Tanker on fire off Saudi Arabia after strike by 'unknown projectile': maritime agency Saudi https://gulfnews.com/uae/work-reimagined-uae-puts-the-next-era-of-hr-in-focus-1.500646555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/99gb1wyv/1200x900Dubai.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/0z2jmh9i/Avinash_Babur__1__jpg__1_.jpeg Avinash Babur, Founder & Chairman, InsuranceMarket.ae https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/64g0qzq3/Approved-Article-pic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:03:05.076+04:00 Work Reimagined UAE puts the next era of HR in focus UAE https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/sharjah-closes-khorfakkan-road-for-six-days-for-maintenance-1.500650298 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/irwg8quz/Khorfakkan The closure begins on Monday, August 24, and will remain in place until Saturday, August 29, while maintenance and road improvement work is carried out. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:02:39.634+04:00 Sharjah closes Khorfakkan road for six days for maintenance Living-Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-sets-out-when-workers-can-quit-without-notice-and-keep-end-of-service-benefits-1.500650332 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/rkdy2vn4/Kuwait The guidance also outlined circumstances in which an employment contract may end by operation of law. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T12:02:18.409+04:00 Kuwait sets out when workers can quit without notice and keep end-of-service benefits Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/uae-born-keralas-kaziah-liz-mejo-crowned-miss-universe-india-2026-1.500650309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/adgd97bw/HQb9pI8bUAET4z9.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/xeziyusb/HQb9pI9bYAAxzwv.jpg Miss Universe India 2025 Manika Vishwakarma crowned Kaziah as her successor at the finale. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:52:39.105+04:00 UAE-born Kerala’s Kaziah Liz Mejo crowned Miss Universe India 2026 Entertainment, UAE, India https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-one-divorce-for-every-six-marriages-to-foreigners-1.500650314 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/csheicpb/Oman Among the 7,719 marriages, 640 involved Omani women marrying non-Omani men. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:49:21.585+04:00 Oman: One divorce for every six marriages to foreigners Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/drug-addled-neighbours-killed-bangladesh-family-of-four-ate-their-food-and-stole-their-jewellery-report-1.500650310 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/10d6yt9g/20200915_top_news_arrest_in_goa_17490d3c54b_original_ratio.jpg For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:47:00.683+04:00 Drug-addled neighbours killed Bangladesh family of four, ate their food and stole their jewellery: Report India https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/abdulla-bin-touq-al-marri-visits-thumbay-medicity-in-ajman-1.500650293 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/o9cr27cp/HE-Visit.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:41:14.228+04:00 Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri visits Thumbay Medicity in Ajman Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/three-newborns-die-in-maharashtra-hospital-fire-1.500650300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/jjvjifqs/202608243915975.jpg Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a probe after three newborn babies died in a fire at a government hospital. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:31:07.167+04:00 Three newborns die in Maharashtra hospital fire India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/school-fees-can-be-paid-in-three-to-10-instalments-abu-dhabi-department-of-education-and-knowledge-1.500650287 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/crliupbu/Abu-Dhabi-school ADEK said the policy aims to establish a clear, transparent and accurate approach to regulating school fees for both schools and parents https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/3ysth5fc/IMG_6646.jpeg As school bus fees continue to rise, parents have identified six alternative modes of transport for their children to travel to school. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/90duf5p4/IMG_6648.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:27:22.028+04:00 School fees can be paid in three to 10 instalments: Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge Education https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-commuters-can-now-buy-rta-nol-cards-at-al-ansari-exchange-1.500650281 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/j539lzoh/noltravel-card.jpg Dubai nol cards now available at Al Ansari Exchange branches – here’s where you can get one. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:23:42.643+04:00 Dubai commuters can now buy RTA nol cards at Al Ansari Exchange Markets, RTA, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/vacation-hangover-7-ways-to-get-back-to-work-and-boost-productivity-1.500650229 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/t1lfltm9/shutterstock2689307203.jpg Flying back on a red-eye and sitting at your desk the next morning is rarely a good idea. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/4t2wop70/shutterstock529004776.jpg Your first day back does not need to be your most productive day of the month. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/on863jy0/shutterstock2703279893.jpg The stark contrast between holiday freedom and constant work decisions can make routine tasks feel immediately overwhelming. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/p2p5c8j7/shutterstock2735154111.jpg Clearing emails may feel productive, but an empty inbox is not evidence you accomplished your most important work. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/0wsj2mt7/shutterstock1745923037.jpg Pacing yourself now is not laziness, it is strategy. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:22:52.501+04:00 Vacation hangover? 7 ways to get back to work and boost productivity Lifestyle, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-maritime-city-sets-single-day-record-with-52-vessels-1.500650276 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/s6bibfy2/Dubai Occupancy of the city’s dry berths, where vessels are lifted from the water for inspection, maintenance and repairs, rose 22 per cent year on year in July. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:20:38.658+04:00 Dubai Maritime City sets single-day record with 52 vessels UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/padikkal-century-highlights-indias-dominance-with-the-bat-1.500650277 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/nsa3ga60/newsml_afp_com_20260823T105634Z_doc_c6bf98k.jpeg India's Devdutt Padikkal celebrates after scoring a century during the first day of the second Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/g6hhrfkk/IND_vs_SL_150.JPG The way Padikkal adapted to conditions was crucial rather than his No.3 position, says India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak on his innings in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/f0xh54ru/newsml_afp_com_20260824T064504Z_doc_c6cl7gj.jpeg India's Jurel and Pant have built a strong partnership on Day 2 against Sri Lanka. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:14:36.699+04:00 Padikkal century highlights India’s dominance with the bat Sport, Cricket, cricket, Inida, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tony-robbins-is-bringing-breakthrough-to-dubai-for-the-first-time-ever-in-coca-cola-arena-1.500650233 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/ndmhzpoj/Tony-Robbins-5.webp Tony Robbins is bringing his live transformational experience to the UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/37fkt694/Tony_Robbins_BREAKTHROUGH.jpg BREAKTHROUGH is a four-hour immersive arena experience built around leadership, business growth and personal performance. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:10:17.193+04:00 Tony Robbins is bringing BREAKTHROUGH to Dubai for the first time ever in Coca-Cola Arena Entertainment, Business, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/india-will-fight-and-reply-yashasvi-jaiswal-breaks-silence-after-fernando-clash-1.500650267 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/e6ociqam/newsml_afp_com_20260823T062049Z_doc_c6b44fm.jpeg India's Yashasvi Jaiswal (2L) confronts Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando (3L) after his dismissal during the first day of the second Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo on August 23, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:03:49.673+04:00 India will fight and reply: Yashasvi Jaiswal breaks silence after Fernando clash Cricket, cricket, india, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/more-than-145-million-invoice-and-origin-certificate-attestations-filed-in-uae-1.500650261 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/pn8e5sew/MOFA The eDAS system handled 1,453,333 requests between January and May, including 775,633 for commercial invoices and 677,700 for certificates of origin. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T11:01:21.123+04:00 More than 1.45 million invoice and origin certificate attestations filed in UAE Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kim-soo-hyun-makes-jakarta-appearance-a-year-after-kim-sae-ron-controversy-cleared-by-police-1.500650227 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-11/3d43ikr2/Untitled-design.png After Kim Sae-ron's death last year, a YouTuber had emerged with allegations that she had been in a relationship with Kim Soo-hyun, when she was only 15. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T10:59:49.494+04:00 Kim Soo-hyun makes Jakarta appearance a year after Kim Sae-ron controversy, cleared by police Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/adjd-strengthens-digital-judicial-services-processing-447603-requests-in-six-months-1.500650262 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/gupy6o0d/b396b22c-b629-4558-8668-c4252838eaad.jpeg Notarial and attestation transactions highlight robust, high-speed judicial ecosystem. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T10:58:26.198+04:00 ADJD strengthens digital judicial services, processing 447,603 requests in six months Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-warns-employers-against-using-unlicensed-domestic-worker-recruiters-1.500650248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/e3uebfuo/UAE Licensed recruitment offices are required to comply with official prices, provide trained and qualified workers. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T10:49:38.032+04:00 UAE warns employers against using unlicensed domestic worker recruiters UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/sharjah-announces-six-day-partial-road-closure-near-al-hazana-1.500647937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/pvqzaos7/Sharjah The partial closure will begin on Sunday, August 23, and remain in place until Friday, August 28. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T10:48:36.551+04:00 Sharjah announces six-day partial road closure near Al Hazana Living-Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubais-naif-police-station-records-95-second-response-time-for-critical-emergencies-1.500650230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/5n7910xf/Dubai-police The 95-second response time was 70 seconds faster than the station’s target of two minutes and 45 seconds. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T10:33:47.981+04:00 Dubai’s Naif Police Station records 95-second response time for critical emergencies UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-is-your-video-conferencing-solution-safe-1.500650220 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/5equohue/video-conferencing Gulf News en 2026-08-24T10:12:55.443+04:00 Techie Tonic: Is your video conferencing solution safe? Technology https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-womens-perfumes-on-amazonae-2026-five-fragrances-for-day-evening-and-signature-wear-1.500638480 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/cua0q33z/womenperfumes-1.png Elegant women’s perfumes are displayed in a warm, luxurious vanity setting. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T10:00:00.000+04:00 Best women's perfumes on Amazon.ae 2026: Five fragrances for day, evening and signature wear Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-climbs-to-career-high-no-18-ahead-of-us-open-1.500650210 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/w3tlcu5h/newsml_afp_com_20260815T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290624722.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines returns a shot to Elena-Gabriela Ruse of Romania during day 5 of the Cincinnati Open at the Lindner Family Tennis Center on August 15, 2026 in Mason, Ohio. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:56:48.489+04:00 Alex Eala climbs to career-high No. 18 ahead of US Open Tennis, Philippines, Tennis, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/technology/new-zealand-moves-to-ban-social-media-for-under-16s-2-1.500650204 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/28/looks-1732802992166_193731b584a_large.jpg Underage users have been dodging the restrictions by using accounts registered to older people, setting up fake accounts, or by logging into private browsers. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:47:00.404+04:00 Another country moves to ban social media for under-16s Technology, World https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/former-miss-north-carolina-usa-sues-miss-usa-pageant-alleges-defamation-over-statements-made-after-dethroning-1.500650198 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/dfoiljup/brittany.webp Brittany Boltinhouse, who was stripped of her Miss North Carolina USA title earlier this month, filed a civil defamation lawsuit in Duplin County Superior Court on Sunday, August 23. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:41:14.603+04:00 Former Miss North Carolina USA sues Miss USA pageant, alleges defamation over statements made after dethroning Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/indian-rupee-hits-record-low-dh1-buys-a-record-rs26-for-uae-remitters-1.500650196 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/nhahpen5/455130214-1.jpg The rupee is under pressure from higher oil prices, foreign investor outflows and a widening trade deficit, all of which increase demand for US dollars. Recent changes to foreign-exchange liquidity measures have also added to short-term currency pressures. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:38:39.908+04:00 Indian rupee hits record low: Dh1 buys a record Rs26 for UAE remitters Retail, Your Money, India, Pakistan, Markets, Indian Rupee, dirham, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/meet-medhavi-bidhuri-the-cricketer-who-is-the-internets-new-heartthrob-1.500650197 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/qadhspx0/Medhavi.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:34:52.540+04:00 Meet Medhavi Bidhuri, the cricketer who is internet’s new heartthrob Cricket, cricket, trending, india, Viral Video https://gulfnews.com/technology/when-every-phone-becomes-a-satellite-phone-whats-next-1.500650110 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/07/08/D2C-direct-to-cell-NTN-_190926eb968_large.jpg Recent tests show direct-to-cell-capable 5G unmodified smartphones can work in “dead spots” – and without the need for any phone modifications or special apps. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/dxik6mfb/Direct_to_cell__how_it_works_1909272dcc6_original_ratio.jpg “Direct-to-cell capability”, or non-terrestrial networks (NTN), act as cell sites in space. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/05/Apple-has-acquired-a-20-per-cent-stake-in-Globalstar_192fba4e7e0_large.jpg Apple has recently acquired a 20 per cent stake in Globalstar, enabling newer iPhones to connect from remote locations where standard cellular networks fail. Globalstar has over two decades in satellite communication and operates 48 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and four spares in orbit. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:26:33.351+04:00 When every phone becomes a satellite phone, what's next? Technology https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-rise-again-what-it-means-for-uae-shoppers-today-1.500650162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-10/cptyn1bx/202510103536019.jpg Gold jewellery is displayed at a Dubai gold market as bullion prices climb in the UAE and globally. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:18:28.799+04:00 Dubai gold prices rise again: What it means for UAE shoppers today Retail, Your Money, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/former-child-star-raquel-lee-bolleau-alleges-sexual-assault-at-14-by-disney-employee-sues-studio-1.500650176 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/2tmcipr4/raquelle.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:13:56.269+04:00 Former child star Raquel Lee Bolleau alleges sexual assault at 14 by Disney employee, sues studio Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/workers-in-china-worry-over-being-replaced-as-they-adapt-to-the-growing-impact-of-ai-on-jobs-1.500650109 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/et9c7p20/preview.jpg A man walks by as workers rest near a board promoting Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing on June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:13:35.006+04:00 Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobs china ai jobs unemployment youth https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/amazing-momentum-coco-gauff-seals-cincinnati-title-ahead-of-us-open-1.500650173 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/cpb9ef0q/newsml_afp_com_20260823T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291751637.jpeg Coco Gauff of the United States poses for photos with the Rookwood Cup after defeating Jessica Pegula of the United States to win the women's singles title during the final day of the Cincinnati Open at the Lindner Family Tennis Center on August 23, 2026 in Mason, Ohio. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:06:13.328+04:00 ‘Amazing momentum’ – Coco Gauff seals Cincinnati title ahead of US Open Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/us-sanctions-pressure-iran-as-hormuz-tensions-persist-1.500649350 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/s40byxbt/hormuz.jpg A small boat sails past cargo ships and other commercial vessels anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/m6lwqkwg/gulfnews2026-08-234xl4vpf9HQbAOGWW0AAikq8.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/ji3t90u2/202608233914953.jpg Iran https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/1zgxys50/202608233914944__1_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/4xl4vpf9/HQbAOGWW0AAikq8.jpg A US sailor monitors flight operations aboard the USS John Finn (DDG 113) as the guided-missile destroyer operates in the Arabian Sea amid a US blockade against Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T09:01:13.036+04:00 US sanctions pressure Iran as Hormuz tensions persist; Iran president admits country facing 'many problems' World, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-24-2026-1.500650136 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-27/cbdag8rb/Dubai-International-Airport A view of the Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world's busiest. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T08:55:21.149+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 24, 2026) Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ajay-devgn-announces-drishyam-3-the-conclusion-vijay-salgaonkars-final-outing-to-release-in-october-2026-1.500650150 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/qboz63rk/Drishyam_2_1848ae3ba77_original_ratio.jpg Ajay Devgn confirmed the news himself on August 24, dropping the first poster for the third and final chapter of the Hindi Drishyam franchise, officially titled Drishyam: The Conclusion. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T08:50:39.909+04:00 Ajay Devgn announces Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, Vijay Salgaonkar’s final outing to release in October 2026 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-today-from-the-uae-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flydubai-updates-1.500650152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/8qzb1p7w/EK-Collage.jpeg Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia issue alerts on Kuwait and Bahrain services Gulf News en 2026-08-24T08:50:24.671+04:00 Flying today from the UAE? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai updates Aviation, Travel, Gulf, Etihad Airways, Emirates Group, FlyDubai, Emirates airline, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-sharjah-traffic-heavy-jams-hit-e11-e311-and-key-commuter-roads-1.500650143 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-30/z68q4ow1/gulfnews2026-01-28cbxfwytuUntitled-2.avif Commuters advised to check live traffic updates and allow extra travel time amid heavy morning congestion in Dubai and Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T08:25:07.074+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Heavy jams hit E11, E311 and key commuter roads UAE, travel, Traffic https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/onam-box-office-2026-nivin-paulys-bethlehem-kudumba-unit-eyes-rs-1-billion-worldwide-khalifa-holds-steady-1.500650119 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/jclhsnpp/202606063815583.jpg Nivin Pauly, Mamitha Baiju-starrer Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Gulf News en 2026-08-24T08:21:41.777+04:00 Onam Box Office 2026: Nivin Pauly's Bethlehem Kudumba Unit eyes Rs 1 billion worldwide, Khalifa holds steady Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/trevor-noah-adds-4th-dubai-show-after-overwhelming-demand-tickets-presale-info-and-dates-1.500647890 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/16/Trevor-Noah-11-1671171630822_185199766f0_large.jpg Trevor Noah at the 63rd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on March 14, 2021. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T08:00:00.000+04:00 Trevor Noah adds 4th Dubai show after overwhelming demand: Tickets, presale info and dates Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/how-innovation-and-quiet-luxury-are-transforming-the-way-travellers-experience-mobility-in-dubai-2-1.500645518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/pyni6lz7/pexels-apasaric-1245077.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/m7545tap/Nicolas74-copy.jpg Nicolas Soucaille, General Manager, MEAPAC at the global chauffeur service company Blacklane https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/gjknqrj5/DSC01922-1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/3ky0mzur/5SEO8171_.jpg Islam Abdul Karim, Regional Head of Yango Middle East https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/6jciug9y/YANGO007191finsRGB.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T08:00:00.000+04:00 How innovation and quiet luxury are transforming the way travellers experience mobility in Dubai Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/whats-new-in-abu-dhabi-cafés-restaurants-and-experiences-to-try-1.500647939 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/07/17/coffee_18964e38b44_large.jpg Abu Dhabi has welcomed a fresh mix of cafés, restaurants and new experiences, giving residents more places to add to their weekend plans. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/qbo7src8/66b24574-a7cd-4697-b69b-e65104aaedc5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/21qhya9e/20c1b96b-05d2-4ad1-8919-6927ae3629c3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/41f4x435/d53e3bdb-a5e1-44f4-b89d-ea60c7d5fa21.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/9u6dt769/b81f5e76-505c-4497-8cc5-ef5336bdfae5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/b3wb8lap/d65e8344-38dc-4fdc-9c54-67e2df97bddf.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/y0ndmps8/d17077e7-bf9c-48f6-8f11-df89f3701c29.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T07:46:41.487+04:00 What’s new in Abu Dhabi: Cafés, restaurants and experiences to try Lifestyle, Entertainment, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tom-holland-and-zendayas-box-office-win-win-spider-man-stays-no-1-the-odyssey-sails-past-14-billion-1.500650100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/fzm6b3ri/Tom_Holland__right__and_Zendaya_pose_for_photographers_at_the_photo_call_for_the_film__Spider_Man__N.jpg Spidey's domestic haul now sits north of $854.9 million, putting it on track to leapfrog Avengers: Endgame and claim the No. 2 spot on the all-time domestic chart, trailing only Star Wars: The Force Awakens and its $936.7 million crown. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T07:40:09.783+04:00 Tom Holland and Zendaya's box-office win-win: Spider-Man stays No. 1, The Odyssey sails past $1.4 billion Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-bride-turns-doctor-at-wedding-as-video-goes-viral-wins-hearts-1.500649993 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/e2u47kja/SSSSA.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T07:25:00.000+04:00 Kerala bride turns doctor at wedding as video goes viral, wins hearts India, Viral Video https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/dr-congo-m23-fighters-agree-roadmap-for-peace-talks-joint-statement-1.500649618 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-13/xcyozh04/newsml_afp_com_20250513T165047Z_doc_46jc9np.jpeg An M23 soldier stands guard next to Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) fighters dressed in civilian clothing and detained in the Stade de l’Unite (Unity Stadium) in Goma on May 13, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/a3je49kg/newsml_afp_com_20260519T131909Z_doc_b3c393l.jpeg FC/M23 soldiers provide security for the movement’s authorities at the Rodolphe Mérieux Laboratory, National Biomedical Research Institute (INRB) in Goma, on May 19, 2026 during their guided visit to the laboratory responsible for analyzing and handling suspected Ebola cases. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T07:17:20.187+04:00 DR Congo, M23 fighters agree roadmap for peace talks: joint statement Africa https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/how-malampaya-gas-discoveries-give-philippines-more-energy-security-options-first-gas-before-end-2026-1.500650080 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-17/pyflsrf6/Screen-Shot-2025-07-17-at-9.21.48-AM.png A presidential fly-by on the existing Malampaya oil and gas platform. New wells are being drilled under Service Contract 38 (SC 38). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/xpl7l7vg/flaring_malampaya.jpg Flaring of gas from the Noble Viking drill ship during the Camago-3 well blowback as part of the Malampaya Phase 4 project. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/xpl7l7vg/flaring_malampaya.jpg Flaring of gas from the Noble Viking drill ship during the Camago-3 well blowback as part of the Malampaya Phase 4 project. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-17/rssc4j9n/Screen-Shot-2025-07-17-at-9.23.21-AM.png A number of prospective geological formations across the length and breadth of the Philippines has proven fossil fuel deposits. Why are they not being drilled? They are. But the number of wells is few and far between. Photo show a presidential fly-by by on the ongoing Malampaya Phase IV Drilling Campaign by SC 38 with Noble Viking drill ship. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-21/t4n0iauv/Screenshot-2026-01-21-at-3.47.55-PM.png New gem: Flaring from the drill ship Noble Viking to confirm the new gas find at Malampaya East-1, located 5km east of the existing Malampaya Field. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T07:07:41.787+04:00 How new Philippine gas discoveries boost energy security — first gas to flow before end-2026: report Energy, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/keep-up-the-spirit-indonesian-teenage-superman-joins-wildfire-fight-2-1.500649996 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/vlkiumem/newsml_afp_com_20260817T083002Z_doc_c4u48g9.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T07:06:00.000+04:00 'Keep up the spirit': Indonesian teenage 'Superman' joins wildfire fight World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-magic-faraway-tree-review-andrew-garfield-charms-but-enid-blytons-magic-withers-in-a-muddled-modern-update-1.500649896 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/06taug0t/magic.avif The film tries to graft the wonder of a century-old novel onto an all-too-familiar, oversaturated premise: Children losing their childhoods to technology. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T07:00:00.000+04:00 The Magic Faraway Tree review: Andrew Garfield charms, but Enid Blyton's magic withers in a muddled modern update Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tehrans-hormuz-threats-expose-regime-panic-amid-rial-collapse-fuel-smuggling-and-fears-of-uprising-1.500650076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/02rgs8i2/newsml_afp_com_20260810T140556Z_doc_c4bt7nq.jpeg Iranian former chief of the Revolutionary Guards Mohsen Rezaei talks to the media after registering his candidacy for the June presidential elections, at the Interior Ministry in the capital Tehran. File photo taken on May 15, 2021. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T06:37:14.964+04:00 Tehran’s Hormuz threats expose regime panic amid rial collapse, fuel smuggling and fears of uprising Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-braces-for-unsettled-weather-as-rain-chances-persist-through-thursday-1.500649990 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/l1qz6naq/Rain Monday will be fair to partly cloudy, with convective clouds expected to develop over eastern areas during the afternoon and a chance of rainfall. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T06:32:30.575+04:00 UAE braces for unstable weather as rain chances persist through Thursday Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/back-to-school-uae-heavy-schoolbags-could-hurt-your-childs-spine-doctors-reveal-10-rule-trolleys-vs-backpacks-1.500649780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/4hg22omj/pexels-yankrukov-8617629.jpg A 30kg child carrying 3kg comfortably is in a very different situation from one carrying the same weight while leaning forward, shrugging their shoulders or complaining of pain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/cf42iwgo/pexels-pixabay-207697.jpg A good backpack should be lightweight even before anything is put into it, with two wide, padded, adjustable shoulder straps and ideally some structure or padding at the back https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/xbg5vskk/schoolbags1-1.png A 30kg child carrying 3kg comfortably is in a very different situation from one carrying the same weight while leaning forward, shrugging their shoulders or complaining of pain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/59vkf70d/sofia.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/drgj9wzv/ravi.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T06:00:00.000+04:00 Back to school UAE: Heavy schoolbags could hurt your child's spine — doctors reveal 10% rule, trolleys vs backpacks Education, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/iran-war-s-new-defence-lesson-from-india-to-us-race-to-build-5-000-drone-killers-1.500649959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/00x8cc5y/powerus.gif A low-cost Guardian drone interceptor being prepared for use. The $5,000 system reflects a growing push for cheaper ways to counter mass drone threats. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/47cx6s0t/power.png At the centre of the push is Guardian. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T05:07:00.000+04:00 Iran war’s new defence lesson: From India to US, race to build $5,000 drone killers Americas, Gulf, India, Mena, Iran, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-touts-regional-security-bloc-alternative-trade-to-blunt-us-pressure-1.500650047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/ai6eo7br/newsml_afp_com_20260821T103619Z_doc_c67v3zq.jpeg Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T04:53:37.375+04:00 Iran touts regional security bloc, alternative trade to blunt US pressure Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/canadian-pm-carney-on-us-tariffs-were-going-to-hit-back-1.500649794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/d42xynwk/preview.jpg FILE - Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks during the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-24T04:22:57.318+04:00 Canadian PM Carney on US tariffs: 'We’re going to hit back' canada carney trump tariffs economic coercion trade https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-currency-plunges-to-record-low-as-us-dollar-breaks-2-million-rials-on-open-market-1.500650041 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2015/4/24/1_16a081de9a7.1498030_2522901607_16a081de9a7_large.jpg A currency trader prepares to exchange Iranian rial notes, right, for US dollar notes, in Tehran. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T04:17:15.753+04:00 Iran currency plunges to record low as US dollar breaks 2 million rials on open market Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/netanyahu-warns-hamas-over-gaza-launches-as-group-accuses-israel-of-escalation-1.500650021 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/ji8tvnad/ANI_20260823211842.jpg Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T04:08:05.448+04:00 Netanyahu warns Hamas over Gaza launches as group accuses Israel of escalation Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/new-uk-pm-andy-burnham-to-make-visit-to-kyiv-on-monday-office-1.500650024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/ds42aite/preview.jpg Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham speaks to the media after chairing a COBR meeting at Downing Street on the UK's ongoing response to extreme heat, wildfires and drought in London, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T03:39:08.352+04:00 New UK PM Andy Burnham to make visit to Kyiv on Monday: office Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/wyndham-clark-holds-off-mcilroy-and-cantlay-to-capture-bmw-championship-for-3rd-win-this-year-1.500650013 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/pg6ilreo/preview.jpg Wyndham Clark celebrates winning on the 18th green in the final round of the BMW Championship golf tournament, Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) Gulf News en 2026-08-24T03:32:15.382+04:00 Wyndham Clark holds off McIlroy and Cantlay to capture BMW Championship for 3rd win this year wyndham clark bmw championship mcilroy cantlay woodland https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/he-was-waiting-for-his-son-to-return-from-the-uss-lincoln-then-border-patrol-arrested-him-1.500649987 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/a95iipuc/US.jpg US Sailors prepare an E-2D Hawkeye for flight aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/va5d5uez/Delgado.webp Luis Manuel Aviles, left, Joshua Aviles stand outside their home in Oct. 2025, shortly before Joshua deployed on the USS Lincoln the following month in Key West, Florida. Photo courtesy of Katherine Delgado. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/oan0onng/Delgado.webp In this photo courtesy of Katherine Delgado shows her step-father Luis Manuel Aviles, left, and her brother Joshua Aviles stand outside their home in Oct. 2025, shortly before Joshua deployed on the USS Lincoln the following month in Key West, Fla. Katherine Delgado - Katherine Delgado Gulf News en 2026-08-24T03:26:16.854+04:00 He was waiting for his son to return from the USS Lincoln: Then Border Patrol arrested him USS Lincoln soldier immigrant detention Trump https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/2nd-ld-writethru-4794-1.500649971 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/70tk8io3/preview.jpg FILE - U.S. Ambassador to Turkey and Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack speaks in a panel during the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, southern Turkey, April 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Riza Ozel, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-24T03:09:56.310+04:00 A US envoy clarifies his comments on Golan Heights that contradicted Trump's position Israel Syria Golan Heights Tom Barrack https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-takes-starring-role-at-washingtons-indycar-debut-1.500649812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/y91zgcqd/newsml_afp_com_20260823T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291709161.jpeg The Beast with U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump, while a military flyover takes place on the track of the NTT INDYCAR Series on August 23, 2026 in Washington, DC. U.S. President Donald Trump established the Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend as part of the yearlong celebration of America's 250th anniversary. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T02:51:55.315+04:00 Trump takes starring role at Washington's IndyCar debut Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israels-deadly-gaza-strikes-cast-doubt-on-ceasefire-progress-days-after-kushner-visit-1.500645809 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-22/weqiy96z/preview.jpg Mourners attend the funeral of Palestinians who were killed in an Israeli army strike on a cafe at the Gaza port the previous day, at Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi) Gulf News en 2026-08-24T02:42:44.885+04:00 Israel's deadly Gaza strikes cast doubt on ceasefire progress days after Kushner visit gaza israel war kushner talks trump netanyahu https://gulfnews.com/world/syria-says-israel-talks-addressed-keeping-country-out-of-israel-turkey-tensions-1.500650001 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-08/avebb8q1/newsml_afp_com_20251208T110535Z_doc_87en4qy.jpeg This handout photograph released by the official Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) on December 8, 2025, shows Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa observing the military parade in Damascus during the anniversary of the ousting of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/xubb4nyi/Screenshot-2026-08-24-at-6.24.46-AM.png Location map of Syria’s Abu al-Duhur Air Base near the Turkish border. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T02:27:32.547+04:00 Syria says Israel talks addressed keeping country out of Israel-Turkey tensions World, Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/why-was-england-cricketer-brydon-carse-handcuffed-outside-a-nightclub-1.500649994 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-08/96xum0vp/newsml_afp_com_20260108T011049Z_doc_89ye9ap.jpeg England’s Brydon Carse (R) exchanges words with Australia’s Jake Weatherald (C) on final day of the fifth Ashes cricket Test between Australia and England at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on January 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-24T00:42:39.370+04:00 Why was England cricketer Brydon Carse handcuffed outside a nightclub? Cricket, cricket, Pakistan, UK https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/veteran-actor-and-indias-first-female-mimicry-artist-aasha-singh-jaiswal-dies-at-83-1.500649992 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/ju3bgxay/aaass.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-24T00:37:19.691+04:00 Veteran actor and India’s first female mimicry artist Aasha Singh Jaiswal dies at 83 Entertainment, India https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/c1vnkn3-egypt-uae-discuss-expanded-oil-gas-drilling-1.500649939 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/81dosmgr/3sw06j7s1ka1p18po.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/auu0yvch/HQbPVbeaAAAxojx.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-23T23:06:54.475+04:00 Egypt, UAE discuss expanded oil, gas drilling programme Energy, UAE, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/omani-citizens-can-visit-botswana-visa-free-for-up-to-90-days-1.500649870 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/5pgodlvu/HQKzISaWIAA6RLH.jpg The visa exemption applies to holders of all types of Omani passports and allows travellers to remain in Botswana for a maximum of 90 days. Gulf News en 2026-08-23T22:29:53.359+04:00 Omani citizens can visit Botswana visa-free for up to 90 days Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/norways-king-harald-v-health-deteriorates-as-he-battles-infection-1.500649931 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/a6ju2zpl/20.jpg King Harald V of Norway Gulf News en 2026-08-23T22:20:10.907+04:00 Norway’s King Harald V health deteriorates as he battles infection Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-date-festivals-draw-180000-visitors-and-1500-farmers-1.500649941 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/wy2s81b4/IMG6624.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/1z1vjedl/IMG6623.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/gqw3svr0/IMG6621.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-23T22:07:29.069+04:00 Abu Dhabi date festivals draw 180,000 visitors and 1,500 farmers UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-warns-hamas-over-kite-launches-from-gaza-1.500649925 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/l1k5mn3k/19.jpg Palestinians stand at a site in Gaza City's port that was targeted by an Israeli army strike on August 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-23T21:55:20.719+04:00 Israel warns Hamas over kite launches from Gaza Mena, Israel, Gaza, Hamas https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/guinea-landfill-collapse-kills-30-in-conakry-after-heavy-rain-1.500649846 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/xixwpekt/18.jpg Residents and rescuers use an excavator to search for bodies after a landslide struck the Dar es Salaam dumpsite overnight in Conakry. Gulf News en 2026-08-23T21:46:53.280+04:00 Guinea landfill collapse kills 30 in Conakry after heavy rain Africa