https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/abu-dhabi-south-korea-explore-stablecoins-and-digital-payments-1.500679358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/v5som7vy/IMG7556.jpeg New partnerships will explore tokenisation, stablecoins and cross-border financial infrastructure. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T13:21:35.397+04:00 Abu Dhabi, South Korea explore stablecoins and digital payments Banking, Markets, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/ufc-returns-to-doha-for-fight-night-in-november-1.500679332 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/sgym1n7m/1299396147611-21CityAnnouncement1800x1800.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T13:09:18.887+04:00 UFC returns to Doha for Fight Night in November Sport, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/technology/anthropic-says-ai-systems-moving-towards-building-themselves-1.500679320 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/6iczk066/newsml_afp_com_20260915T000000Z_PH_GTY_2294938529.jpeg Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei speaks during the keynote address at Salesforce's Dreamforce conference at the Moscone Center on September 15, 2026 in San Francisco, California. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T13:06:12.407+04:00 Anthropic says AI systems moving towards building themselves Technology, World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-oil-prices-ease-as-trump-signals-possible-path-to-talks-1.500678971 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/lzul3tvz/hormuz.jpg Men bathe in the Gulf waters as vessels in the background transit the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Iran's southern port city of Bandar Abbas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/kbailwzi/Screenshot-2026-07-29-at-10.05.07-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-09-18T13:04:41.728+04:00 US-Iran conflict: Oil prices ease as Trump signals possible path to talks Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/gulf-news-has-a-new-sound-and-theres-more-to-come-1.500679290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/f4oh4iaa/sonic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T13:00:00.000+04:00 Gulf News has a new sound — and there’s more to come UAE, Opinion https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-max-resale-prices-dubai-buyers-offered-dh1000-to-d3000-more-on-launch-day-1.500679318 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/qpgllbcz/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-9.36.05-AM.jpeg Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max leads demand as UAE launch sparks brisk resale trade https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ih4j7hpf/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-9.36.03-AM.jpeg Shoppers at apple store in Dubai mall as the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale in stores across the UAE on Fridayday, September 18. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/hl95fhf4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-9.36.02-AM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ebsx6ja9/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-9.36.03-AM-1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/43zfodmx/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-9.36.04-AM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:56:52.179+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro Max resale prices: Dubai buyers offered Dh1,000 to D3,000 more on launch day Technology, Dubai, apple, technology, Dubai, iPhone https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/he-played-against-rohit-then-coached-japan-against-india-1.500679219 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/r387yeqx/Japanese-coach-Vinay-Iyer Japanese women's team coach Vinay Iyer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/r387yeqx/Japanese-coach-Vinay-Iyer Japanese women's team coach Vinay Iyer Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:51:08.885+04:00 He played against Rohit, then coached Japan against India Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-approves-sale-of-48-f-35-jets-to-saudi-arabia-2-1.500679317 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/iuuy7xgi/newsml_afp_com_20260704T221336Z_doc_b9ab836.jpeg A US Air Force F-35 fighter jet flies overhead during the "Salute to America" Independence Day celebration on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on July 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:50:22.313+04:00 US approves sale of 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia Americas, Saudi, Saudi Arabia, America https://gulfnews.com/business/why-indians-queued-overnight-for-iphone-18-despite-minutes-long-delivery-1.500679304 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/9rt5t3nj/PCII.jpg Massive crowds gathered outside Apple Stores across India as customers queued up for the official sales launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, with long lines seen in cities including Mumbai and Bengaluru. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/dv0rkyki/Copy-of-20260918013L.jpg Customers stand in a long queue as they wait outside the Apple store to buy the newly launched iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at Select Citywalk, Saket, in Friday on Thursday. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:49:37.871+04:00 Why Indians queued overnight for iPhone 18 despite minutes-long delivery Business, India https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/guggenheim-abu-dhabi-tickets-go-on-sale-ahead-of-opening-1.500679310 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/czdlt4py/Guggenheim-Abu-Dhabi.jpg Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will feature 28 galleries and 10 sculptural cones on Saadiyat Island. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:44:43.908+04:00 Guggenheim Abu Dhabi tickets go on sale ahead of opening people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/fpl-3-players-to-add-3-to-sell-3-1.500679261 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/1cfy9x7i/image.jpg Tips for Gameweek 5 in Fantasy Premier League https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/zwm9law5/newsml_afp_com_20260914T203517Z_doc_c8b82g8.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/8mhmj4vq/newsml_afp_com_20260910T194731Z_doc_c7xy6jf.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/p632n0wt/newsml_afp_com_20260915T204136Z_doc_c8ep469.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ril4kb5y/newsml_afp_com_20260828T192739Z_doc_c6rh4ve.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:43:25.694+04:00 FPL: 3 players to add 3 to sell Sport, Football, premier league, manchester united, Manchester City https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/etihad-rail-is-coming-to-dubai-what-changes-when-al-yalayis-station-opens-september-30-1.500679227 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/87s3y2sh/ETIHAD_NEW_33_1646147384312_17f4607b415_original_ratio.jpg Dubai joins UAE rail network as Al Yalayis links city to Abu Dhabi in 57 minutes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/u2k73ga2/New-Etihad-Rail-Dubai-Station-1.jpg Al Yalayis Station to anchor future links to Al Maktoum Airport, Meydan and high-speed rail https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/qw3srmsk/STAFFNew_Etihad_Rail_Dubai_Station_61784214635017.jpg Etihad rail Dubai station nearing completion. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/oga4rajs/New-Etihad-Rail-Dubai-Station-5.jpg A footbridge under construction linking Etihad rail Dubai station to Dubai metro Jumeirah Golf Estates station. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-14/q669330l/Dubai-Rail-Network-Plan-2032.jpg Dubai Rail Network Plan 2032 Map by RTA shows the high-speed rail network in brown colour and the second interchange with Etihad Rail passenger Station in Meydan. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:41:39.506+04:00 Etihad Rail is coming to Dubai: What changes when Al Yalayis station opens September 30 Dubai, Transport, Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Etihad Rail, transpsort https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-approves-visas-for-top-iranian-leaders-to-attend-un-high-level-meeting-1.500679299 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/5cjuwyjb/preview.jpg The UN flag flies on a stormy day at the United Nations during the United Nations General Assembly, Sept. 22, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:37:04.111+04:00 US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN high-level meeting Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/uaes-waterproofing-problem-gets-a-rethink-with-20-year-warranties-2-1.500679295 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/vu419msh/Franko-Roof-Sealing.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:30:11.462+04:00 UAE’s waterproofing problem gets a rethink with 20-year warranties Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/two-students-killed-in-school-shooting-in-southern-philippines-1.500679294 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-29/9xnp37au/Stock-crime-scene Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:29:16.587+04:00 6 students killed, 17 hurt in school shooting in southern Philippines Philippines https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/building-sustainability-the-board-that-never-felled-a-tree-2-1.500679286 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/qn9s9003/DessertBoard.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:24:42.248+04:00 Building Sustainability: The board that never felled a tree Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-named-official-airline-of-uae-wrestling-federation-1.500679243 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ea3u6q3x/Etihad-and-UAEWF.jpg Etihad named as UAE Wrestling Federation's official airline Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:22:56.086+04:00 Etihad named official airline of UAE Wrestling Federation Aviation, Sport https://gulfnews.com/friday/from-boardroom-to-café-the-new-work-wardrobe-redefining-office-style-in-uae-1.500679262 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/40czbe7z/The-tonal-column.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/an5wjfjd/Fashion_The_soft_suit.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/38u3vik0/FashionThe-longline-layer.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/u2tkh3gu/Fashion_The_knit_and_midi.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/kojlpcll/FashionThe-polished-denim-look.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/hzdzyx8t/FashionThe-waistcoat-set.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/5k44fki3/FashionThe-modern-shirt-dress.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/0336sx1q/Fashion_The_modular_co_ord.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:13:27.706+04:00 From Boardroom to Café: The new work wardrobe redefining office style in UAE Friday, Friday-Fashion, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/filipino-students-develop-low-cost-machines-for-dialysis-stroke-patients-1.500679215 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/0kf5zqwi/BiDaKidney.jpg Filipino engineering students Andrew Jacob Buensalido and Allyson Cabrestante snagged the James Dyson prize for developing a low-cost automated peritoneal dialysis machine that costs about $100 vs regular dialysis machines that cost about $10,000. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/6n8desu8/bidakidney2.jpg "BiDaKidney", a low-cost peritoneal dialysis (PD) device developed by engineering students Andrew Jacob Buensalido and Allyson Cabrestante, bagged the top Philippine prize of the 2026 James Dyson Award. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/x307g8yc/orthoflex.jpg Orthoflex aims to address post-stroke rehabilitation, designed to provide an additional option for patients who cannot afford regular physical-therapy services. The patient's upper arm, forearm and wrist are secured with Velcro cuffs. The device is then connected to power and paired with a smartphone through Bluetooth. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T12:09:33.011+04:00 Filipino students develop low-cost machines for dialysis, stroke patients Philippines https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-did-rs-300-crore-hit-hanuman-ansh-miss-the-oscar-race-1.500679251 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/xpkqpcp6/MAIN-11.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:58:35.697+04:00 Why did Rs 300-crore hit Hanuman Ansh miss the Oscar race? Entertainment, BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/three-minors-among-four-held-over-rape-murder-of-delhi-teen-1.500679254 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-27/e0x1863p/crime-scene.jpg Four people have been held over the alleged gang rape and murder of a teenage girl in Delhi. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:57:52.039+04:00 Three minors among four held over rape, murder of Delhi teen India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-anis-sajans-discipline-yoga-style-power-his-ageless-energy-at-55-1.500679226 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/v2z0ilb1/Anis-Sajan.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ml4t69dr/DK4252.jpg.jpeg Anis Sajan with his wife. He makes time for family holidays alongside the ten days he sets aside each year for his health https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/lq83nywo/Anis-Sajan-with-Children.jpg Anis Sajan with his sons, Azhar and Sahil. Family dinners, with phones on the side, remain non-negotiable whenever schedules allow. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/1rrinl7j/DK3737.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/upgd33f5/Anis-Sajan-06.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/irvafeso/DNMS6016.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/p57mjfdz/Anis-Sajan5.jpg Family is central to Anis Sajan's commitment to health. Staying healthy, he believes, allows him to care for the people who depend on him. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/cdx41ufw/Anis-Sajan6.jpg Yoga anchor Sajan's daily routine. He travels with his mat and completes his practice before beginning the working day. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/u9gng8ht/DK4072.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ulyfaekm/Anis_Sajan_4.jpg Colour define Sajan's style, from red and orange to pink, lilac and every shade of blue. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ps0opsj3/DK4231.JPG Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:57:45.702+04:00 How Anis Sajan’s discipline, yoga, style power his ageless energy at 55 Friday, Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday-Wellbeing, Friday https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/india-womens-team-chase-japans-target-in-just-30-balls-at-2026-asian-games-1.500679228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/dyrfand9/20260614460f.jpg Harmanpreet Kaur https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/zx0qbnmw/newsml_afp_com_20260918T073333Z_doc_c8n983q.jpeg Japan's Ayaka Kato Stafford (C) hits a shot during the women's cricket match between Japan and India at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya on September 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:49:53.090+04:00 India women's team chase Japan's target in just 30 balls at 2026 Asian Games India vs Japan, Asian Games 2026, women's cricket, India women, Japan women, T20 quarterfinal, Harmanpreet Kaur, Shafali Verma, Shree Charani, 30 balls chase, Bangladesh semifinal, defending champions, cricket development, Japan cricket clubs https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/beyond-skyscrapers-how-dubai-is-building-a-more-connected-city-1.500679214 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/yewi9y8z/mydubai-communities.jpeg More than 1.6 million people are participating across the MyDubai Communities ecosystem, reflecting the growing role that interest-based communities play in everyday life across the city https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/a63f89he/YMK_Sports_Community__1_.HEIC YMK Sports Community https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/6ce0fv2n/Women-in-Tech-1-1.jpeg Women in Tech Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/x2p7wzus/Vinyl-Souk-1-1-1.jpeg Vinyl Souk Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:43:43.745+04:00 Beyond skyscrapers: How Dubai is building a more connected city people, Community, Dubai, UAE, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-unveils-agenda-for-inaugural-water-and-energy-week-2026-1.500679234 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/9ruaibyo/IMG7128.jpeg The three-day event will bring together policymakers, investors and technology leaders. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:40:37.977+04:00 Abu Dhabi unveils agenda for inaugural Water and Energy Week 2026 UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/iifa-2027-tickets-now-on-sale-karan-johar-salman-khan-varun-dhawan-and-more-to-light-up-abu-dhabi-1.500679218 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/pz4t85fi/IIFA.jpeg The 27th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend & Awards will take over Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena on January 22 and 23, 2027 Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:31:28.604+04:00 IIFA 2027 tickets now on sale: Karan Johar, Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan and more to light up Abu Dhabi Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/middlesex-university-dubais-postgraduate-programmes-giving-professionals-the-edge-1.500679201 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/xdtiibu6/Middlesex-University.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:24:54.994+04:00 Middlesex University Dubai’s postgraduate programmes giving professionals the edge Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/the-wait-is-over-da-vinci-5-lands-at-american-hospital-dubai-1.500679149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/7902lrh3/AH1110x625.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:20:45.378+04:00 The wait is over: da Vinci 5 lands at American Hospital Dubai Health, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/meet-the-englishman-who-became-thailands-top-foreign-monk-1.500679204 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/v23xq4f5/newsml_afp_com_20260917T020003Z_doc_c6zp339.jpeg British and Thai Buddhist monk Shaun Chiverton, now known as Ajahn Jayasaro, walks along a meditation path in Bangkok. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/kgxy5bii/newsml_afp_com_20260917T020002Z_doc_c6zp337.jpeg British and Thai Buddhist monk Shaun Chiverton, now known as Ajahn Jayasaro, sits as another monk holds a ceremonial fan in Bangkok. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:19:27.162+04:00 Meet the Englishman who became Thailand's top foreign monk World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/sikh-truck-driver-stabbed-17-times-at-us-rest-stop-1.500679197 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/vsyq463e/sander-yigin-ki19VJAGh6w-unsplash.jpg A 28-year-old Sikh truck driver was stabbed 17 times at a highway rest stop in Wyoming. Picture for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:17:04.056+04:00 Sikh truck driver stabbed 17 times at US rest stop Americas, India, india, America https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dubai-parks-resorts-to-reopen-in-october-whats-new-this-season-1.500679191 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/qgv8n64x/Dubai_Parks_and_resort_17545c8ed49_original_ratio.jpg DUBAI PARKS AND RESORTS: Dubai Parks and Resorts (DPR). Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:06:16.907+04:00 Dubai Parks & Resorts to reopen in October: What’s new this season Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/friday/holistic-connection-what-your-children-are-really-learning-from-you-1.500679185 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/z7yfwtu7/Dr-Lioudmila-Vassiliev.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T11:05:30.576+04:00 Holistic connection: What your children are really learning from you Friday, Friday-Wellbeing, Friday https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/iphone-18-pro-max-colours-burgundy-anyone-when-phones-became-a-fashion-choice-1.500679146 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/tt2mqgd1/STAFFNAT_260918_iphone_18_VSAKLANI__10_1789710640764.jpg Shoppers at apple store in Dubai mall as the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale in stores across the UAE on Fridayday, September 18. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:46:41.209+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro Max colours: Burgundy anyone? When phones became a fashion choice Lifestyle, Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-expands-ai-education-across-170-private-schools-1.500679154 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/zv0wyrrg/IMG7121.jpeg ADEK framework takes students from understanding AI to designing systems by Grade 12. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:33:17.627+04:00 Abu Dhabi expands AI education across 170 private schools Education, Abu Dhabi, AI https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/un-backed-experts-cite-possible-us-war-crimes-in-iran-strikes-1.500679158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-13/gozoqztn/IRAN-912.jpg A Iranian woman collects belongings from the rubble of a destroyed residential building in Tehran on March 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/yzdpq5fu/newsml_afp_com_20260824T093504Z_doc_c69x86a.jpeg In this aerial handout picture released by the Iranian Press Center, mourners dig graves during the funeral for children killed in a reported strike on a primary school in Iran’s Hormozgan province in Minab on March 3, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/gickay57/newsml_afp_com_20260810T111044Z_doc_c4b93xk.jpeg A man visits one of the graves of people and children killed during the strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh primary school at a cemetery in Minab in Iran’s Hormozgan province on August 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:32:01.892+04:00 UN-backed experts cite possible US war crimes in Iran strikes Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/indian-gymnast-and-coach-allotted-same-room-at-2026-asian-games-accommodation-as-mismanagement-continues-1.500679145 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/qdkq1cu5/202605233799426.jpg India Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:23:10.077+04:00 Indian gymnast and coach allotted same room at 2026 Asian Games accommodation as mismanagement continues Asian Games, Pranati Nayak, Indian gymnast, accommodation mixup, room allocation, Indian contingent, IOA, Aichi Nagoya, cruise accommodation, Ashok Mishra, Nagoya athletes, gymnastics event, India gymnastics https://gulfnews.com/technology/uaes-cyber-blind-spot-isnt-ai-or-the-cloud-its-human-error-experts-warn-1.500679117 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/vhqc6g74/Cyber-security-council.jpeg UAE's Cyber security council at GISEC 2026 Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:20:43.130+04:00 UAE's cyber blind spot isn't AI or the cloud, it's human error, experts warn Technology, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-nose-and-ear-trimmers-on-amazonae-2026-five-picks-for-tidy-grooming-1.500676911 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/h0ujg0hz/noseandeartrimmer-1.png The right nose and ear trimmer can make small grooming touch-ups quicker, easier and more precise as part of a regular routine. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:20:06.481+04:00 Best nose and ear trimmers on Amazon.ae 2026: Five picks for tidy grooming Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/vikrant-massey-to-open-two-musafir-cafe-inspired-cafés-in-himachal-pradesh-uttarakhand-after-netflix-series-1.500679127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/5jlrod02/musafir-cafe.jpeg The series, adapted from Divya Prakash Dubey's novel and also starring Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana, was partly filmed at Jharipani Castle in Mussoorie. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:06:35.965+04:00 Vikrant Massey to open two Musafir Cafe-inspired cafés in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand after Netflix series Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/70-of-uae-workers-use-ai-microsoft-says-businesses-now-face-the-harder-test-1.500678310 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/7bdzapnk/ai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ofdk843m/Amr-High-Res.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:06:00.000+04:00 70% of UAE workers use AI. Microsoft says businesses now face the harder test Technology, technology https://gulfnews.com/technology/indian-buyers-fly-to-dubai-for-iphone-18-pro-as-price-gap-makes-uae-cheaper-shoppers-say-1.500679122 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/5i60xf9n/IMG7090.jpeg Mohammed Sayed from Kerala, pictured with his brother, said he chose to buy the new iPhone in Dubai after comparing prices in the UAE and India, estimating savings of around ₹20,000 to ₹30,000. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/x82x9xx9/IMG7102.jpeg Mumbai resident Aman Solanki said the price difference made buying the new iPhone in Dubai worthwhile, even after factoring in flight and visa costs. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T10:04:18.886+04:00 Indian buyers fly to Dubai for iPhone 18 Pro as price gap makes UAE cheaper, shoppers say Technology, Dubai, technology, iPhone https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-unveils-major-reproductive-health-programme-through-2030-1.500679110 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/gbr06zxi/IMG7115.jpeg New programme aims to boost research, genomics and personalised care through 2030. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T09:48:46.888+04:00 Abu Dhabi unveils major reproductive health programme through 2030 Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/iphone-18-pro-max-on-uae-shelves-today-camera-upgrade-point-shoot-or-learn-what-f148-can-do-1.500679094 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/z5fuksnp/newsml_afp_com_20260918T020712Z_doc_c8mw2t4.jpeg People visit an Apple store during the launch of the iPhone 18 series in Singapore on September 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T09:42:40.516+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro Max on UAE shelves today: Camera upgrade — point, shoot… or learn what f/1.48 can do? Lifestyle, Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/abu-dhabi-traffic-update-check-these-road-closures-and-busy-routes-1.500679089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-26/645czbnn/Abu-Dhabi-Traffic-Eastern-Mangrove-road Morning commute mostly smooth, with pockets of congestion in key hubs (File photo) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/ts9jrmfp/2.JPG Commuters urged to plan ahead as traffic, closures affect Abu Dhabi and suburbs Gulf News en 2026-09-18T09:19:23.282+04:00 Abu Dhabi traffic update: Check these road closures and busy routes Abu Dhabi, Transport, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-soften-at-the-end-of-volatile-week-1.500679073 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/29/Stock-Gold--Dubai-_18f2913f65e_large.jpg UAE jewellery shoppers and retailers hope gold prices will see further softening https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-30/766gmt7x/Stock-Gold-bullion-bar Stock Gold bullion / bar Gulf News en 2026-09-18T09:13:15.326+04:00 Dubai gold prices soften at the end of volatile week Retail, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-express-suspends-8-crew-over-post-flight-breathalyser-deadline-1.500679052 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-10/6wm11o3m/Air-India-Express-3.jpg Airline representatives said a doctor travelling on the flight assisted with CPR and initial care during the diversion. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T09:07:08.485+04:00 Air India Express suspends 8 crew over post-flight breathalyser deadline India, india, air india https://gulfnews.com/sport/india-head-coach-gautam-gambhir-says-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-will-have-to-wait-for-his-opportunity-as-he-backs-sanju-samson-1.500679063 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/hb3e5som/India_vs_England_0130F.jpg ‘I’ll always give my best every single time,’ says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after historic India debut in the second T20I against England on Saturday. Photo credit: BCCI/X https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-08/tfxp5565/newsml_afp_com_20260308T175855Z_doc_a2fd9vm.jpeg India's Sanju Samson (C) celebrates with his coach Gautam Gambhir (L) after their team's win in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup final match against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T09:01:54.475+04:00 India head coach Gautam Gambhir says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi "will have to wait for his opportunity" as he backs Sanju Samson Gautam Gambhir, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson, India head coach, India cricket, team selection, T20 series, Afghanistan T20, opening slot, Abhishek Sharma, Indian selectors, young talent, competition spots, Men in Blue, press conference https://gulfnews.com/technology/we-got-here-at-3am-dubai-shoppers-spend-the-night-waiting-for-iphone-18-pro-max-1.500679058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/tdxl86ep/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-8.10.41-AM.jpeg Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max emerges as top pick for UAE’s Apple loyalists https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/iwswz29r/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-7.36.43-AM.jpeg From students to big spenders, Dubai crowds splurge on Apple’s latest flagship https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/x0skzn2z/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-7.36.42-AM.jpeg From students to big spenders, Dubai crowds splurge on Apple’s latest flagship https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/6ewr0zsr/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-7.40.41-AM.jpeg From students to big spenders, Dubai crowds splurge on Apple’s latest flagship https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/2k1jkh6o/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-8.05.34-AM.jpeg Pre-orders, long lines and big bills mark iPhone 18 Pro Max launch in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/vofmnl3v/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-8.10.41-AM.jpeg Pre-orders, long lines and big bills mark iPhone 18 Pro Max launch in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/g1t0r93f/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-18-at-8.05.35-AM.jpeg Pre-orders, long lines and big bills mark iPhone 18 Pro Max launch in Dubai Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:52:41.212+04:00 'We got here at 3am': Dubai shoppers spend the night waiting for iPhone 18 Pro Max Technology, Dubai, technology, iPhone https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-dubai-traffic-builds-up-on-e11-and-e311-during-morning-rush-1.500679051 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-03/zqhh5bf3/STAFFNAT_260903_Traffic_VSAKLANI_31788413172261.jpg E11 and E311 face delays, with congestion spreading across key Sharjah approaches. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/8k431692/map.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:43:44.741+04:00 Sharjah-Dubai traffic builds up on E11 and E311 during morning rush Transport, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-max-in-uae-today-while-galaxy-s27-ultra-leaks-heat-up-flagship-camera-race-should-you-buy-or-wait-1.500679030 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/0jxsrbyh/macworld.avif The new iphone 18 Pro Max is out. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:42:45.244+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro Max in UAE today while Galaxy S27 Ultra leaks heat up flagship camera race: Should you buy or wait? Technology https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-fever-returns-serpentine-queues-form-at-dubai-mall-1.500679045 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/zpq4unrk/Screenshot-2026-09-18-at-12.31.06-PM.png Early birds: Apple Store staff welcome the first iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max buyers as a serpentine queue of eager customers formed outside the store early morning in Dubai at Dubai Mall on Friday, September 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:39:02.525+04:00 iPhone fever returns: Serpentine queues form at Dubai Mall Technology, Business https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/a-full-time-engineer-japan-kurumi-ota-left-cricket-for-six-years-to-work-on-a-billion-dollar-project-1.500679038 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-13/fre79x5b/newsml_afp_com_20250613T020015Z_doc_49mq6zp.jpeg This photo taken on June 4, 2025 shows Japan's women's cricket team gathering together prior to the start of the women's Sano City International Trophy cricket match between Japan and Hong Kong in Sano, Tochigi prefecture. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:34:23.206+04:00 A full-time engineer, Japan Kurumi Ota left cricket for six years to work on a billion-dollar project Asian Games 2026, Kurumi Ota, Japan cricket, Japanese cricketer, women’s cricket, systems engineer, billion-dollar project, Japan women, India quarterfinal, Women’s Asia Cup, Japan Asian Games, part-time athletes, 2014 Asian Games, Japan sports, cricket growth https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indigo-raises-fees-for-excess-baggage-infants-and-priority-services-increasing-travel-costs-1.500679034 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/mpa26951/indigo Revised IndiGo fees raise travel costs for excess baggage and special services Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:21:52.491+04:00 IndiGo raises fees for excess baggage, infants and priority services, increasing travel costs Aviation, India, Indian expats, India UAE travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/scientists-have-discovered-a-brand-new-species-of-wild-cat-and-its-smaller-than-yours-1.500679036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/erjv5qtc/new-wild-cat-close.jpg.webp The animal, named Leopardus tilcayo after the name used for it by local communities https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/rrce64mn/wild-cat.jpg.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/976x9int/new-wild-cat-close.jpg.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/qba5q15b/5c6733f0-b2b8-11f1-ad9d-efc12ace03e0.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:21:52.022+04:00 Scientists have discovered a brand new species of wild cat, and it's smaller than yours World, Pets https://gulfnews.com/sport/brook-falls-short-as-varma-record-remains-following-england-win-1.500679025 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/qxg4edve/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-18-2026-081129-AM.png Close but no cigar for Brook who misses out on Varma's record https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/qidnd8af/Harry_Brook_web_19026b2f8cd_original_ratio.jpg Harry Brook has been in incredible form for the Three Lions as of late https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/vo240bh2/Tilak_Varma_1731529581711_1932734a497_large.jpg Tilak Varma broke the record for most runs between dismissals in men’s T20 internationals on January 25, 2025, during India’s second T20I against England in Chennai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/g4d95uzs/newsml_afp_com_20260915T200809Z_doc_c8el7qp.jpeg England's Tom Banton was impressive in bat and field in the Three Lions's triumph Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:15:11.617+04:00 Brook falls short as Varma's record remains following England win Sport, Cricket, cricket, india https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/asian-stocks-track-wall-st-rally-as-oil-prices-drop-1.500678967 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/jgtx44yv/newsml_afp_com_20260309T032837Z_doc_a2gd4kp.jpeg An electronic sign board showing stock prices is seen outside the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) building in Hong Kong. File photo taken on March 9, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:12:15.208+04:00 Asian stocks track Wall St rally as oil prices drop Markets https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dirham-strength-against-indian-pakistani-rupees-and-philippine-peso-opens-lucrative-transfer-window-for-expats-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/7ngipax7/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_211780888253358.jpg Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:11:35.395+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/business/property/record-dh100-million-land-sale-cements-dubai-hills-estates-ultra-prime-status-1.500676935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/2ltfl7cc/Photo-4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/sjl7z2fi/Photo-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jom2yron/Wael_Abdul_Malak.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jvo5yn50/Photo_5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/q99muz4j/Photo-3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T08:00:00.000+04:00 Record Dh100 million land sale cements Dubai Hills Estate's ultra-prime status Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khan-salman-khan-mohanlal-lead-celebrity-wishes-for-pm-narendra-modi-on-76th-birthday-keep-inspiring-1.500679010 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/92mjt086/ANI_20260917170452.jpg Prime Minister Narendra Modi Gulf News en 2026-09-18T07:57:48.944+04:00 Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Mohanlal lead celebrity wishes for PM Narendra Modi on 76th Birthday: 'Keep inspiring' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-the-uae-today-check-emirates-etihad-flydubai-and-air-arabia-updates-1.500678997 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/vo9r85px/newsml_afp_com_20260504T084328Z_doc_a9px4we.jpeg DXB, AUH flights mostly on track as regional tensions disrupt some routes Gulf News en 2026-09-18T07:54:56.727+04:00 Flying from the UAE today? Check Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia updates Aviation, Mena, Dubai, Dubai, Emirates airline, Sharjah, Etihad Airways, Dubai International Airport DXB, Abu Dhabi, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-sept-18-1.500678975 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/19/Passengers-check-flight-information-on-screens-at-the-Dubai-International-Airport-in-Dubai-on-April-17--2024.--_18ef59f7463_large.jpg As airlines adjust routes due to evolving airspace risk, the practical risk for passengers remains last-minute delays, rerouting or cancellations, particularly on flights crossing sensitive regional airspace. File photo shows passengers checking flight information on screens at the Dubai International Airport, taken on April 17, 2024. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T07:44:33.270+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today, Sept. 18 UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/han-so-hee-and-choi-min-siks-the-intern-becomes-first-korean-film-to-top-box-office-in-50-days-beats-odyssey-1.500678871 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/9fa7ld9u/sohee.webp Ki Ho, a man armed with 37 years of hard-won career experience, starts from scratch as an intern at a fashion company run by Sun Woo — a CEO who built an empire in just three years and probably doesn't have time for anyone's onboarding small talk. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T07:00:00.000+04:00 Han So-Hee and Choi Min Sik's The Intern becomes first Korean film to top box office in 50 days, beats Odyssey Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/middle-east-conflict-escalates-as-iran-houthis-threaten-oil-supplies-1.500677547 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/h9s04tvh/Hormuz.jpg A deck cargo ship lies anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, with the city's skyline in the background. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/dqnq5chx/SAUDI-1 Saudi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/8v2agib1/HSZ3gi9W0AEUhDp.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/235k406w/HSa0hnKXAAAi0zG__1_.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T06:52:38.546+04:00 Middle East conflict escalates: Iran, Houthis threaten oil supplies as drone debris kills one, injures two in Saudi Arabia Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/how-uae-teachers-identify-and-address-ai-generated-schoolwork-1.500678362 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/ct8qo6xh/preview.jpg Teachers work with AI on their laptops https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/z5faa4om/Sarania-KP.jpeg Sarania KP, maths teacher https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/8z6gwaxw/Carl-Jamie-Blanco.jpeg Carl Jamie Blanco, modern foreign languages teacher https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/acx1pr8d/Raji-Santosh.jpeg Raji Santosh, english teacher Gulf News en 2026-09-18T06:45:00.000+04:00 How UAE teachers identify and address AI-generated schoolwork Education, UAE, UAE, technology, Education, AI in education https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/konkona-sen-sharma-wishes-amol-parashar-on-40th-birthday-sending-dating-rumours-into-overdrive-1.500678868 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jyzndj9m/konkona.avif Konkona Sen Sharma shared a fun video for Amol Parashar on his birthday. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T06:30:00.000+04:00 Konkona Sen Sharma wishes Amol Parashar on 40th birthday, sending dating rumours into overdrive Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-fall-brent-at-103-per-barrel-wti-at-100-1.500677544 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/rhb0dop1/ship-to-ship.jpg Satellite images show ship-to-ship transfers keep Gulf oil moving, allowing cargoes to be moved from vessels that have navigated the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz to other ships for onward delivery. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T06:18:29.881+04:00 Oil prices fall, Brent slides to $103 per barrel, WTI at $100 Energy, Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-temperatures-to-reach-44c-on-friday-with-fog-risk-overnight-1.500678803 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/tovhk3rl/Weather Abu Dhabi is expected to reach 41°C, matching Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al Khaimah. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T06:10:41.586+04:00 UAE weather: Temperatures to reach 44°C on Friday, with fog risk overnight Weather, Abu Dhabi, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/hot-coffee-may-raise-oesophageal-cancer-risk-uae-doctors-explain-the-65c-threshold-1.500678842 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/03/04/coffee-cup_18e09340062_large.jpg A large study from Oxford University, published in the International Journal of Cancer, has found an association between drinking very hot tea or coffee and a higher risk of oesophageal cancer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4pg5p2vp/marwan.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/f5xqa1iw/Dr.-Jamila-Khan.png Gulf News en 2026-09-18T06:00:00.000+04:00 Hot coffee may raise oesophageal cancer risk: UAE doctors explain the 65°C threshold Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shreyas-iyer-invites-afghan-captain-into-indias-winning-team-photo-1.500678848 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/eeuy4i07/newsml_afp_com_20260917T180112Z_doc_c8ma8u6.jpeg India's captain Shreyas Iyer (L) and his Afghan counterpart Ibrahim Zadran (R) pose with the winning trophy at the end of the third T20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/eeuy4i07/newsml_afp_com_20260917T180112Z_doc_c8ma8u6.jpeg India's captain Shreyas Iyer (L) and his Afghan counterpart Ibrahim Zadran (R) pose with the winning trophy at the end of the third T20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T05:45:00.000+04:00 Shreyas Iyer invites Afghan captain into India's winning team photo Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/37-suspected-illegal-miners-die-in-custody-in-nigeria-1.500678863 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/hy6fzu6l/newsml_afp_com_20260831T220107Z_doc_c6j66mm.jpeg A residence overlooks an open pit dug by illegal miners using an excavator searching for chrome in Bapong, a mining village in North West province, on August 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T05:36:43.356+04:00 37 suspected illegal miners die in custody in Nigeria Africa https://gulfnews.com/technology/video-robot-walks-into-30-stranger-homes-then-makes-beds-folds-towels-and-cleans-up-1.500677555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/5pxfc9at/Screenshot-2026-09-18-at-9.05.41-AM.png California-based robotics company Figure has unveiled Helix 2.5, a new artificial neural network (ANN) that it says allowed its humanoid robot to complete household work across 30 unfamiliar homes without collecting data in those properties or fine-tuning the system for their layouts, furniture or objects. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/glo2jb6d/Robots-that-make-beds-clean-up-houses.png Robots have performed impressive demonstrations for years. But most operate in tightly controlled settings: factories with fixed workstations, warehouses with standardised shelves or carefully prepared lab environments. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T05:22:56.585+04:00 Video: Robot walks into 30 stranger homes — then makes beds, folds towels and cleans up Technology, Americas https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/metas-child-safety-deal-exposes-a-privacy-problem-1.500678425 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/d4qc16ua/Copy_of_meta_bg_d83f49ea_9692_11ed_b343_626751b3454e_1674145702096_185cadc2109_original_ratio.jpg Meta’s settlement establishes that child-safety restrictions are technically possible. It does not settle how age should be verified, which features cause harm or how much control parents should hold. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T05:06:00.000+04:00 Meta’s child-safety deal exposes a privacy problem Op-Eds, Technology, social media, Meta https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/millie-bobby-brown-is-now-a-mom-of-two-stranger-things-star-adopts-second-child-with-husband-jake-bongiovi-1.500678860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jz6ux670/image_52_6_683x1024.jpg Hollywood star Millie Bobby Brown with Jake Bongiovi, son of rock icon Jon Bon Jovi. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T05:00:00.000+04:00 Millie Bobby Brown is now a mom of two: Stranger Things star adopts second child with husband Jake Bongiovi Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-school-pays-tribute-to-indian-expat-student-7-who-died-of-ultra-rare-brain-disorder-1.500678757 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/9klio5tx/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-2.41.55-PM.jpeg Ameya Ajith Gulf News en 2026-09-18T05:00:00.000+04:00 Dubai school pays tribute to Indian expat student, 7, who died of ultra-rare brain disorder UAE, Health, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/friday-sermon-september-18-2026-we-made-from-water-every-living-thing-1.500678461 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-05/95t3wwcx/Dr-Seema-Bhatia.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-18T05:00:00.000+04:00 Friday sermon, September 18, 2026: 'We made from water every living thing' UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-f-16-warplane-crashes-in-michigan-pilot-ejects-1.500678846 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/18/F-16--F16_183ec8c6ff1_large.jpg A US F-16 fighter jet. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T04:43:14.598+04:00 US F-16 warplane crashes in Michigan, pilot ejects Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-iran-wants-to-make-a-deal-but-tehran-not-ready-yet-1.500678910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-25/nr1jhm3n/US-President-Donald-Trump US President Donald Trump: “Iran wants to make a deal; they're not ready, in my opinion. We're gonna either make a deal that's good, or we're not gonna make a deal at all.” Gulf News en 2026-09-18T04:35:27.002+04:00 Trump: ‘Iran wants to make a deal’ but Tehran ‘not ready’ yet Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/venezuela-unblocks-some-censored-news-sites-2-1.500678849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-13/jvzlhvns/newsml_afp_com_20260313T233750Z_doc_a38u6wg.jpeg Human rights activists and members of the National Journalists Association of Venezuela take part in a demonstration to demand unblocking restricted websites in front of the National Commission of Telecommunications (Conatel) headquarters in Caracas on March 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T04:07:02.013+04:00 Venezuela unblocks some censored news sites Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/france-arrests-far-right-policeman-suspected-of-terrorist-plot-sources-1.500678875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/l42zk2ct/newsml_afp_com_20260915T154213Z_doc_c8dw4ke.jpeg A picture shows a police vehicle in Paris on September 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T04:00:40.903+04:00 France arrests far-right policeman suspected of terrorist plot: sources Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/podcast/inside-the-dubai-playbook-how-apparel-groups-nilesh-ved-is-using-carrefour-to-crack-indias-complex-retail-market-1.500676324 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/uuxjxqym/the-hustle-nilesh-ved-and-manjusha.PNG The Hustle podcast: Nilesh Ved on Carrefour’s India retail bet. Podcast host Manjusha Radhakrishnan sits down with him in Noida for a candid conversation ahead of the launch https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/uugb2xrw/the_hustle_nilesh_ved_and_manjusha.PNG The Hustle podcast: Nilesh Ved on Carrefour’s India retail bet. Podcast host Manjusha Radhakrishnan sits down with him for a candid conversation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-04/irp5f4rp/ANI_20260904075535.jpg From Dubai to India: Nilesh Ved’s Carrefour strategy for Noida https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/8d5ty2sj/nilesh-ved-about.jpg Nilesh Ved https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-22/qukrfafb/newsml_afp_com_20260522T091355Z_doc_b3pf6z6.jpeg The logo of the French multinational retail and wholesaling corporation Carrefour is pictured during Carrefour General Assembly at their headquarters in Massy, in the outskirts of Paris on May 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T04:00:00.000+04:00 How Apparel Group’s Nilesh Ved is using Carrefour to crack India’s complex retail market Podcast, Business, India, UAE, The Hustle https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/at-least-48-dead-in-nigeria-after-consuming-drink-suspected-to-contain-methanol-authorities-say-1.500678553 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jgaxtlsr/preview.jpg Doctors attend to a victim of a locally brewed alcoholic concoction commonly known as "Monkey Tail" at a hospital in Odigbo southern Nigeria, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Dapo Alley) Gulf News en 2026-09-18T03:46:51.754+04:00 At least 48 dead in Nigeria after consuming drink suspected to contain methanol, 15 arrested nigeria drink deaths arrests https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/philippines-oil-gas-surveys-revived-after-46-years-1.500677990 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 off Palawan, Philippines. The discovery, announced in January, was described as the country's first significant natural-gas find in more than a decade. The Asian nation seeks to bolster local energy sources by ramping up oil and gas exploration. Fossil fuel imports accounted for 52% of the Philippines' total primary energy supply in 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/8gnukv81/The_geological_basins_of_the_southern_Philippines___17fd13b5b18_original_ratio.jpg The geological basins of the Philippines. The most prospective basins are shown in green, those considered prospective but underexplored – such as the Sulu Sea – are in yellow, while frontier areas are shown in red. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/xyvftkwd/Alegria_oil_and_gas_field_Cebu_191213a6e54_original_ratio.jpg It estimated that the Alegria onshore oil and gas field in Cebu has an oil reserve of 27.93 million barrels with a probable production recovery of 3.35 million barrels. Alegria is also a natural gas field hosting an estimated 9.42 billion cubic feet of natural gas, with reserves estimated to last until 2037. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T03:26:00.000+04:00 Philippines: Oil, gas surveys to be revived after 46 years Energy, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-targets-irans-crypto-lifeline-bitbank-sanctioned-over-alleged-irgc-hormuz-payments-1.500678881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-22/wemz3lvw/preview.jpg A representation of cryptocurrencies. The US Treasury has sanctioned Iranian cryptocurrency exchange BitBank, accusing it of moving hundreds of millions of dollars to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and processing payments linked to shipping access through the Strait of Hormuz. For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T03:13:35.436+04:00 US targets Iran’s crypto lifeline: BitBank sanctioned over alleged IRGC, Hormuz payments Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/russia-and-china-veto-us-proposal-for-un-experts-to-keep-monitoring-sanctions-on-iran-1.500678825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/5cjuwyjb/preview.jpg FILE - The UN flag flies on a stormy day at the United Nations during the United Nations General Assembly, Sept. 22, 2022. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File) Gulf News en 2026-09-18T02:42:51.595+04:00 Russia and China veto US proposal for UN experts to keep monitoring sanctions on Iran United Nations Iran sanctions Russia China https://gulfnews.com/opinion/philippines-from-15-year-phone-waits-to-a-telecom-revolution-how-the-back-of-pldts-monopoly-was-broken-1.500677162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/pq4635zd/Philippine_cable_landing_18ef6ddd6f3_original_ratio.jpg Fiber-optic cable landing in the Philippines. It forms part of the multi-billion National Fiber Backbone Project that aims to bring high-speed internet to the country of 119 million people. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/4eo84tya/J.-Antonio-carpio2018.jpg Antonio Tirol Carpio is a former associate justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines. He served from 2001 until his retirement in 2019. He served as associate justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines for a period of eighteen year. He also served as chief justice in an acting capacity several times during his tenure as Senior Associate Justice. Gulf News en 2026-09-18T02:24:36.172+04:00 Philippines: From 15-year phone waits to a telecom 'revolution': How the back of PLDT’s monopoly was broken Opinion, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/prithvi-shaw-akriti-agarwal-call-off-engagement-after-six-months-1.500678835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-18/2y4n9938/ANI_20260917110720.jpg Prithvi Shaw, Akriti Agarwal (Photo/Instagram@prithvishaw) Gulf News en 2026-09-18T00:22:53.071+04:00 Prithvi Shaw, Akriti Agarwal call off engagement after six months Cricket, Entertainment, bollywood, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/off-duty-sharjah-police-officer-saves-family-holiday-with-late-night-rescue-1.500678811 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-21/qmvijcyl/Stock_crime_police_jailed_17c752f0df8_large.jpg Traveller needed printed driving licence urgently after car rental firm rejected digital version. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T23:52:14.597+04:00 Off-duty Sharjah Police officer saves family holiday with late-night rescue emergencies https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-opens-little-trader-programme-to-students-from-grades-1-to-12-1.500678423 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/nawzjc8c/gulfnews2024-11-17r2bgv3dsStockUniversitystudentscampus173fd1860d0originalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-09-17T23:35:42.573+04:00 UAE opens 'Little Trader' programme to students from grades 1 to 12 Education, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/uae-arrests-swedish-gang-leader-wanted-by-interpol-in-dh265m-money-laundering-case-1.500678763 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/tzeemf0a/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-17-at-10.35.59-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T22:46:41.364+04:00 UAE arrests Swedish gang leader wanted by Interpol in Dh26.5m money laundering case Crime, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/abhishek-sharma-pulls-out-haaland-celebration-after-record-30-ball-century-1.500678744 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/vdwdu4sv/Abhishek-Sharma-with-an-Erling-Haaland-celebration-after-scoring-record-breaking-century Abhishek Sharma with an Erling Haaland celebration after scoring a record-breaking century https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/vdwdu4sv/Abhishek-Sharma-with-an-Erling-Haaland-celebration-after-scoring-record-breaking-century Abhishek Sharma with an Erling Haaland celebration after scoring a record-breaking century Gulf News en 2026-09-17T22:37:48.456+04:00 Abhishek Sharma pulls out Haaland celebration after record 30-ball century Cricket, Football, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-zayed-festival-to-begin-30th-october-with-cultural-entertainment-sports-events-1.500678664 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/dpp3inxl/wmb078ex1ka1n3ppo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T21:28:45.610+04:00 Sheikh Zayed Festival to begin 30th October with cultural, entertainment, sports events UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/gulf-news-sonic-signature-what-trust-sounds-like-1.500678583 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/g7pjs87i/Gulf-News-sonic-signature-What-trust-sounds-like Gulf News en 2026-09-17T21:25:41.530+04:00 Gulf News sonic signature: What trust sounds like UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-bets-on-medical-tourism-boom-with-new-association-partnership-1.500678629 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/md4is424/Stock_Emirates_Airlines_cabin_crew_1826d87f5fd_original_ratio.jpg Emirates teams up with Medical Tourism Association to capture growing medical tourism market https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-10/tev98enf/Medical-Tourism.jpg Medical-Tourism Gulf News en 2026-09-17T21:10:21.667+04:00 Emirates bets on medical tourism boom with new association partnership Aviation, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/wrc-season-finale-in-saudi-arabia-cancelled-amid-middle-east-conflict-1.500678531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/g0wm9ty7/newsml_afp_com_20260529T074137Z_doc_b4d86uz.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T20:57:15.773+04:00 WRC season finale in Saudi Arabia cancelled amid Middle East conflict Saudi, Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/why-israel-wants-60-000-one-tonne-us-bombs-and-why-the-deal-is-controversial-1.500678554 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-09/kemzrmgt/newsml_afp_com_20260909T142558Z_doc_c7t9763.jpeg Smoke and fire rise after a house was targeted by an Israeli strike in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, on September 9. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T20:24:46.115+04:00 Why Israel wants 60,000 one-tonne US bombs — and why the deal is controversial Mena, Americas, Israel, Gaza, americas, Lebanon, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/man-gets-out-of-jail-then-allegedly-takes-woman-hostage-because-he-wants-to-go-back-1.500678558 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-23/wow3xtwg/Jail Authorities said there was no personal relationship between the suspect and the victim. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T20:08:47.787+04:00 Man gets out of jail — then allegedly takes woman hostage because he wants to go back Philippines, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/what-compression-clothing-actually-does-for-your-workout-1.500677706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ouwu2r6z/compressionwear1-1.png Compression clothing can provide a close, supportive fit during exercise, helping reduce excess movement while keeping workouts comfortable and unrestricted. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T20:00:00.000+04:00 What compression clothing actually does for your workout BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-uae-launch-what-buyers-need-to-know-1.500678544 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/dnfd0gfr/AppleiPhone7365-89297.jpg Pre-orders, instalment plans and stock tips for iPhone 18 Pro in UAE Gulf News en 2026-09-17T19:55:52.079+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max launches in UAE today: 10 things buyers need to know Technology, UAE, iPhone https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/abhishek-sharma-breaks-rohits-record-with-fastest-t20i-century-by-an-indian-1.500678550 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/rbektqnl/newsml_afp_com_20260917T151027Z_doc_c8ll42j.jpeg India's Abhishek Sharma celebrates after scoring a century (100 runs) during the third T20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/rbektqnl/newsml_afp_com_20260917T151027Z_doc_c8ll42j.jpeg India's Abhishek Sharma celebrates after scoring a century (100 runs) during the third T20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T19:54:12.000+04:00 Abhishek Sharma breaks Rohit's record with fastest T20I century by an Indian Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/mystery-of-the-golden-tongues-13-mummies-reveal-secrets-of-ancient-egypt-1.500678413 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/03/mummy-_17768c3077d_large.jpg Thirteen mummies with golden tongues in Minya reveal rare insights into ancient Egyptian beliefs about speech, immortality and the afterlife. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T19:05:38.551+04:00 Mystery of the golden tongues: 13 mummies reveal secrets of ancient Egypt Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-and-russia-hold-high-level-talks-in-abu-dhabi-on-regional-stability-and-diplomacy-1.500678439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/s6a3ihk2/f8p0780q1ka1euqpn.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T19:03:08.924+04:00 UAE and Russia hold high-level talks in Abu Dhabi on regional stability and diplomacy Government https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/stray-dogs-brought-into-civic-chiefs-office-to-protest-dog-menace-1.500678489 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/5qi5ykwz/DOOO.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:57:29.441+04:00 Stray dogs brought into civic chief’s office to protest dog menace India, Viral Video https://gulfnews.com/technology/help-ag-launches-new-services-to-prepare-uae-for-the-quantum-computing-era-1.500678481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/h7bz44s8/The-launching-at-the-2026-GISEC Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:57:25.379+04:00 Help AG launches new services to prepare UAE for the quantum computing era Technology, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/joanna-wietrzyk-apologises-and-gives-up-hyrox-beijing-win-1.500678457 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/f0pc1f5m/Joanna-Wietrzyk Joanna Wietrzyk has broken her silence https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/f0pc1f5m/Joanna-Wietrzyk Joanna Wietrzyk has broken her silence Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:55:43.909+04:00 Joanna Wietrzyk apologises and gives up HYROX Beijing win Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-nuclear-regulator-wins-iaea-innovation-award-for-ai-powered-climate-risk-monitoring-at-barakah-plant-1.500678424 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/wtlw3gs3/ojm078wj1ka1c2opo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:44:15.542+04:00 UAE nuclear regulator wins IAEA innovation award for AI-powered climate risk monitoring at Barakah plant Government https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/peak-design-everyday-backpack-review-the-organisers-bag-1.500677429 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/wd6e0s4b/peakdesign-1.png Smart organisation and quick access can make a well-designed backpack feel more efficient, whether you are commuting, travelling or carrying tech every day. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:30:25.304+04:00 Peak Design Everyday Backpack review: the organiser's bag BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-zayed-grand-mosque-in-abu-dhabi-introduces-entry-fee-for-visitors-1.500678430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/2hta4msw/Abu_Dhabi_s_Sheikh_Zayed_Grand_Mosque_reopens_to_visitors_174f3f534d2_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:16:23.369+04:00 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi introduces entry fee for visitors UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-sends-50-government-ai-leaders-to-us-as-it-accelerates-agentic-ai-push-1.500678422 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/nlvksc8h/6076b0b1-69a8-495a-850a-ab1d3fa6ddc8.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:09:45.530+04:00 UAE sends 50+ government AI leaders to US as it accelerates agentic AI push Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/china-knocked-out-of-asian-games-cricket-without-playing-a-single-ball-1.500678403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4os1i3ux/Asian-Games-2026 Asian Games Cricket 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4os1i3ux/Asian-Games-2026 Asian Games Cricket 2026 Gulf News en 2026-09-17T18:07:21.720+04:00 China knocked out of Asian Games cricket without playing a single ball Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/dubais-longevity-medicine-model-prepares-for-global-expansion-1.500678391 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/5cj49sgs/Longevium-Bali.jpeg Dubai-based longevity medicine group announces to expand internationally https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/qowo8g43/Dr.-Ksenia-Butova-MD-Founder-and-CEO-of-Longevium.jpg Dr. Ksenia Butova Gulf News en 2026-09-17T17:46:53.481+04:00 Dubai’s longevity medicine model prepares for global expansion Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-evening-traffic-where-accidents-and-congestion-are-causing-delays-1.500678386 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-27/d96zw1oe/Noushin-Sajjad-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T17:44:02.002+04:00 Dubai evening traffic: Where accidents and congestion are causing delays Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/sharjah-police-say-no-foul-play-suspected-in-death-of-woman-whose-case-went-viral-1.500678369 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/3f2nwlzh/Dr-Afeena-Raheem.jpg Dr Afeena Raheem Gulf News en 2026-09-17T17:38:14.451+04:00 Sharjah Police say no foul play suspected in death of woman whose case went viral emergencies, UAE, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/emirati-filmmaker-ali-mostafa-on-dubai-international-film-festivals-return-i-have-been-praying-for-this-moment-1.500678338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-27/rqyxld76/828f160c-043c-43f6-8607-afcbb7456509.jpeg Emirati director Ali F Mostafa in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/12/10/1_16a081bde14.1943003_1807142472_16a081bde14_medium.jpg Ali Mostafa at Diff Gulf News en 2026-09-17T17:25:14.160+04:00 Emirati filmmaker Ali Mostafa on Dubai International Film Festival's return: ‘I have been praying for this moment' Entertainment, UAE, Dubai, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/from-dust-to-bloom-german-artist-explores-natures-transformation-in-dubai-1.500678341 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/muk69xw8/German.jpg Famous German artist Stephan Kaluza opens his first solo art exhibition in Dubai on Thursday. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T17:16:58.107+04:00 From dust to bloom: German artist explores nature’s transformation in Dubai Dubai https://gulfnews.com/friday/why-gcc-families-are-choosing-rays-public-school-in-kerala-after-class-10-1.500678342 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/exb1gom9/Rays-Public-School.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T17:16:49.495+04:00 Why GCC families are choosing Rays Public School in Kerala after Class 10 Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-unveils-sweeping-austerity-measures-as-fuel-prices-soar-1.500678327 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-13/npdr6tww/newsml_afp_com_20250613T020035Z_doc_48pz8kd.jpeg Under the conservation measures, shops, markets, malls, bazaars, department stores, grocery stores and general retail outlets are to close by 9pm. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T17:13:22.211+04:00 Pakistan unveils sweeping austerity measures as fuel prices soar Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/maharaja-why-a-film-about-a-missing-dustbin-became-one-of-tamil-cinemas-biggest-surprises-1.500678282 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/11/Maharaja_18a84241156_large.jpg The first look of Vijay Sethupathi's next movie, 'Maharaja', which the actor unveiled on Sept. 11, 2023. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/gw46a2zr/Vijay-Sethupathi.jpg.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ynupat54/images-46.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/8t2pzhm5/maharaja-at-the-worldwide-box-office-after-15-days-001.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:57:15.530+04:00 Maharaja: Why a film about a missing dustbin became one of Tamil cinema's biggest surprises Entertainment, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/australia-to-stop-most-foreign-students-bringing-families-1.500678294 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/iobnitwa/Passport_stamp_visa_and_credit_card_for_travel_concept_background__Australia_18c5e76cb97_original_ra.jpg Most international students in Australia will no longer be able to attach partners or children to their student visas, under new migration rules. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:54:14.514+04:00 Australia to stop most foreign students bringing families Oceania, indian students, Education, Australia, Visa https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistan-escape-2026-asian-games-exit-after-defeating-thailand-in-womens-cricket-1.500678207 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/vl2ysqlf/STAFFIndia_vs_Pakistan_4_41788681959676.jpg Pakistan captain Fatima Sana celebrate after taking the wicket of Indian batsman Smriti Mandhana during the Women's Asia Cup match at Dubai International cricket stadium on Saturday. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:49:11.869+04:00 Pakistan escape 2026 Asian Games exit after defeating Thailand in women's cricket Pakistan women, Asian Games cricket, Pakistan vs Thailand, women’s cricket, 2026 Asian Games, Fatima Sana, Pakistan quarterfinal, Nannapat Koncharoenkai, rain-shortened match, Pakistan gold bid, Sri Lanka rematch, Women’s Asia Cup, Tuba Hassan, Eman Nasser, Umm-e-Hani https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/jashanmal-introduces-same-day-delivery-on-jashanmalcom-1.500678284 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ot6g9gf1/Jashanmall.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:48:53.636+04:00 Jashanmal introduces same-day delivery on Jashanmal.com Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/rta-dubai-airports-discuss-transport-integration-facilitating-passenger-movement-1.500678044 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/a1jbxcjt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-17-at-3.16.19-PM.jpeg Al Tayer and Griffiths during the meeting. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:45:37.800+04:00 RTA, Dubai Airports discuss transport integration, facilitating passenger movement Government, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/uae-tourism-sector-contributes-dh2513bn-to-economy-as-international-visitor-spend-hits-dh209bn-1.500678240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/p9s1cls3/Abdulla-Bin-Touq-Al-Marri.jpg The 2025 contribution was also more than 22.2 per cent above 2019 levels, according to figures reviewed by the Emirates Tourism Council at a meeting chaired by Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, on the sidelines of Arabian Travel Market 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/0ew8yjfh/Dubaiskyline2026 Dubai skyline Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:36:55.126+04:00 UAE tourism sector contributes Dh251.3bn to economy as international visitor spend hits Dh209bn Tourism, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/she-said-assalamualaikum-days-later-ips-officer-was-transferred-1.500678234 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/r6pzb84a/banu.gif Bushra Bano, a 2021-batch IPS officer, was serving as Additional Superintendent of Police in Kharagpur when she appeared in a video aimed at encouraging civil services aspirants. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:31:14.812+04:00 She said ‘Assalamualaikum’. Days later, IPS officer was transferred India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/flydubai-passengers-to-get-special-access-to-dubai-police-esaad-discounts-1.500678206 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4xco3xso/Dubai-Police-and-flydubai.jpg Dubai Police and flydubai signed a memorandum of understanding to extend Esaad benefits to visitors from the start of their stay in the UAE, as part of efforts to enhance the tourism experience and provide greater value to travellers. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/8ef8w1pj/Esaad-privilege-card Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:21:30.429+04:00 Flydubai passengers to get special access to Dubai Police Esaad discounts UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/metra-and-goldcoin-labs-open-new-chapter-in-digital-gold-finance-1.500678248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/2n6v039q/Main-Picture.JPG Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:18:36.861+04:00 Metra and GoldCoin Labs open new chapter in digital gold finance Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/technology/companies/your-iphone-has-a-new-scam-protection-feature-but-its-turned-off-by-default-1.500678242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/bmb04vqb/ios-27-iphone-17-pro-settings-privacy-and-security-impersonation-risk-detection.jpg Apple’s system analyses signals on the device and returns one of three risk levels: unknown, medium or high. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:17:51.480+04:00 Your iPhone has a new scam protection feature — but it's turned off by default Companies https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/harvard-yale-stanford-oxford-and-jamie-beatons-still-studying-1.500678218 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/awxbjfob/jamie-beaton Jamie Beaton, the 31-year-old from New Zealand, has collected qualifications from some of the world’s most prestigious universities, and shows no signs of slowing down. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:04:24.148+04:00 Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Oxford — and Jamie Beaton’s still studying Americas, Oceania, Education, Harvard, Top universities, University https://gulfnews.com/technology/galaxy-s27-pro-leaks-could-samsungs-new-tier-be-the-sweet-spot-between-plus-and-ultra-1.500678192 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-03/t9q575h0/galaxys25seriessamung1763960749426.avif REPRESENTATIONAL IMAGE ONLY: The Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup in 2025 Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:02:33.798+04:00 Galaxy S27 Pro leaks: Could Samsung's new tier be the sweet spot between Plus and Ultra? Technology https://gulfnews.com/sport/new-luxury-golf-course-set-to-open-in-dubai-1.500678225 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/7viar043/Emaar.jpeg Dubai will welcome another stunning golf course to the city before 2027 Gulf News en 2026-09-17T16:01:30.259+04:00 New luxury golf course set to open in Dubai Sport, Golf-in-UAE, Dubai, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/property/how-dubais-property-market-enters-a-new-phase-of-consolidation-1.500678195 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4krpcglv/Imran-Farooq.jpg Imran Farooq, CEO of Samana Developers, during media briefing in Dubai on Thursday. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:53:08.471+04:00 How Dubai’s property market enters a new phase of consolidation Property, UAE, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/sport/indian-athletes-left-stranded-after-arriving-for-2026-asian-games-1.500678181 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/kdsa6fae/202609153942913.jpeg Indian kabaddi teams receive warm send-off for the at SAI NCOE in Gandhinagar in the 20th Asian Game at Aichi-Nagoya in Japan. Photo credit: SAI Media Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:47:23.346+04:00 Indian athletes left stranded after arriving for 2026 Asian Games Asian Games, Indian athletes, Nagoya, airport delays, accommodation crisis, logistical issues, Varun Sanyal, MMA fighter, bed shortages, wushu team, accreditation problems, cruise ship housing, container housing, athletes stranded, sports controversy https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/80-indian-employees-fired-in-5-minute-google-meet-call-worker-claims-1.500678176 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/27/STOCK-google-meet_187c2426dac_large.jpg The employee said the sudden decision was particularly upsetting because members of the team had been pushing themselves at work partly because of concerns over job security. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:45:15.676+04:00 US firm fires 80 Indian employees in 5-minute Google Meet, worker claims India, Americas, india, americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/hyderabad-engineer-dies-in-us-just-17-days-after-wedding-1.500678143 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/dtp043k7/hyd.jpg Mohammed Jaber Hussain, 28, was found dead in his room in Lowell, Massachusetts, where he lived and worked as a civil engineer. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:34:54.182+04:00 Hyderabad engineer dies in US just 17 days after wedding India, Americas, india, americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/uae-cybersecurity-firm-enters-partnership-to-protect-sap-systems-as-gulf-data-breach-costs-hit-8-million-1.500678151 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/xa6oj9nb/Paramount-Assure.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:34:33.986+04:00 UAE cybersecurity firm enters partnership to protect SAP systems as Gulf data breach costs hit $8 million Dubai, Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khans-king-sandwiched-between-avengers-doomsday-and-dune-3-can-december-handle-them-all-1.500678087 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ynnk23gl/srkking.webp Shah Rukh Khan in King. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:33:07.481+04:00 Shah Rukh Khan’s King 'sandwiched' between Avengers Doomsday and Dune 3: Can December handle them all? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/etihad-signs-tourism-deal-with-uzbekistan-inks-new-codeshare-1.500678015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/dxvxg0gc/newsml_afp_com_20260521T132332Z_doc_b3l88t3.jpeg An Etihad Airways aircraft takes off at the airport in Duesseldorf, western Germany on May 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:30:57.125+04:00 Etihad signs tourism deal with Uzbekistan, inks new codeshare Business, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/uae-steps-up-fight-against-misinformation-as-digital-content-gets-harder-to-verify-1.500678158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jry2q8ok/Misinformation.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:29:44.900+04:00 UAE steps up fight against misinformation as digital content gets harder to verify Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/sourav-gangulys-biopic-linked-to-leicestershires-27-point-pitch-penalty-1.500678134 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/0tazfeex/202606033812251.jpg Bengal govt downgrades Sourav Ganguly Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:22:44.248+04:00 Sourav Ganguly's biopic linked to Leicestershire's 27-point pitch penalty Sourav Ganguly biopic, Leicestershire penalty, County Championship, poor pitch, Dada movie, Rajkummar Rao, Grace Road, pitch investigation, uneven bounce, points deduction, Glamorgan match, Bollywood shoot, NatWest Trophy, shirt waving, Division One relegation https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/free-kwon-eunbi-and-oneus-concert-korean-food-film-and-fashion-at-dubai-k-fest-all-you-need-to-know-1.500678131 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/1ui7ioa8/kfesr.jpeg The 10-day event will bring K-pop concerts, Korean films, K-beauty, fashion, food, shopping and cultural showcases to Dubai under the theme "Discover Korea in Dubai". https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/pljgsa0z/kpop2.jpeg Left: Choi Young-jun Right: AIKI Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:22:11.765+04:00 Free Kwon Eunbi and Oneus Concert, Korean food, film and fashion at Dubai K-Fest — all you need to know Lifestyle, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/no-problems-harmanpreet-reveals-smooth-asian-games-stay-1.500678147 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/2jkq2oey/20260614460f.jpg Harmanpreet Kaur Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:21:06.129+04:00 ‘No problems’: Harmanpreet reveals smooth Asian Games stay Cricket, cricket, BCCI https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/the-health-trends-taking-over-your-feed-what-uae-doctors-want-you-to-know-1.500678024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-22/7bgeesmg/shutterstock1743682454.jpg UAE experts debunk viral wellness fads and share what truly works. Photo for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/685pn159/Dr.-Bassam-Mohammed.jpeg Dr. Bassam Mohammed, emergency specialist at Prime Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/07zgj86p/Dr.-Eman-Abdul-Kader-Alabar.jpeg Dr. Eman Abdul Kader Alabar, specialist in internal medicine at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4zl3puse/Dr.-Ayesha-Siddiqa.jpeg Dr. Ayesha Siddiqa, specialist internal medicine at Aster Clinic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/e2q4fq6z/Nargiza-Noimann-Zander.jpeg Nargiza Noimann Zander, clinical psychologist and founder of X-Technology Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:19:26.337+04:00 The health trends taking over your feed: What UAE doctors want you to know Health, UAE, UAE, social media, Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-may-leave-al-nassr-in-january-says-saudi-reporter-1.500678122 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/sj6zc2xy/newsml_afp_com_20260915T162524Z_doc_c8e277c.jpeg Ronaldo's future at Al Nassr has been thrown into doubt https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/xnrzyt1q/newsml_afp_com_20260915T164612Z_doc_c8e48xu.jpeg Al Ain stunned Ronaldo and the Saudi champions in the first matchweek of the AFC Champions League Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:13:24.526+04:00 Ronaldo “may leave” Al Nassr in January says Saudi reporter Sport, Football, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/daayra-meghna-gulzar-prithviraj-on-why-their-new-film-isnt-about-police-brutality-1.500678067 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/p51wgxem/ANI_20260827131827.jpg Filmmaker Meghna Gulzar with Kareena Kapoor, Prithviraj Sukumaran who spearhead Daayra https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/c4zxwr9i/daayra.jpeg Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj in Daayra. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ciwpx3ls/Daayra Prithviraj in Daayra https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/dxxqx92y/newsml_afp_com_20260831T083204Z_doc_c6vt4aw.jpeg Bollywood filmmaker Meghna Gulzar attends the trailer launch of her upcoming Hindi-language film 'Daayra’ in Mumbai on August 31, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/12/16/TAB-191216-Deepika-in-Chapaak-1576480044393_16f0d887569_large.jpg Deepika Padukone in Chhappak Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:13:10.245+04:00 ‘Daayra’: Meghna Gulzar, Prithviraj on why their new film isn't about police brutality Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/anwar-gargash-the-uae-is-committed-to-deterrence-dialogue-with-iran-as-it-pushes-ahead-with-development-1.500678023 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/wlrmjitx/Dr-Anwar-Gargash.png Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, speaking at a session titled “Media Reinvented: Navigating an Era of Transformation”, on the final day of the Arab Media Summit in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:12:35.245+04:00 Anwar Gargash: The UAE is committed to deterrence, dialogue with Iran as it pushes ahead with development Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/atm-2026-top-5-highlights-uae-travel-sector-faces-challenges-but-ambition-holds-1.500678092 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/0xzt4vjd/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-15-at-14.28.35.jpeg Arabian Travel Market 2026 brought together aviation and tourism leaders as the UAE presses ahead with ambitious growth plans despite ongoing travel disruptions and market challenges. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/28/New-Dubai-airport_18f23a09260_large.jpg Dubai's proposed $35 billion airport project aims to position Al Maktoum International as the largest in the world, with a final capacity projected to accommodate 260 million passengers. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/ft34tgvn/f9t076631ka1ehkpo.jpeg Arabian Travel Market 2026 highlights the UAE’s continued aviation and tourism ambitions despite ongoing challenges. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:07:22.696+04:00 ATM 2026 top 5 highlights: UAE travel sector faces challenges, but ambition holds Tourism, Dubai tourism, Arabian Travel Market (ATM) https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/lahore-court-dismisses-mohammad-rizwans-petition-against-nccia-notices-1.500678118 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-12/vrr46mun/newsml_afp_com_20251012T115859Z_doc_78ha79h.jpeg Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan plays a shot during the first day of the first Test cricket match between Pakistan and South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on October 12, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:06:16.653+04:00 Lahore court dismisses Mohammad Rizwan’s petition against NCCIA notices Cricket, cricket, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/dubai-new-80km-road-project-route-1.500678088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4jm65apj/fourth-corridor.jpg The 80km road will connect Al Shanouf Road in Sharjah to Al Faya Road in Abu Dhabi, passing through Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4jm65apj/fourth-corridor.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:04:48.072+04:00 Dubai’s new 80km road project explained: Route, traffic cuts and what’s being built Living-Transport, Dubai, Transport, RTA, Dubai transport https://gulfnews.com/friday/why-uae-is-quietly-becoming-one-of-the-worlds-best-place-to-get-a-suit-made-1.500678097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/l9zq61rs/The-White-Stripes.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T15:01:22.623+04:00 Why UAE is quietly becoming one of the world's best places to get a suit made Friday, Friday-Fashion https://gulfnews.com/technology/qcc-organisations-are-aware-of-the-quantum-threat-but-most-havent-done-the-homework-yet-1.500678019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/b4n6ihp4/José-Lemos-product-delivery-manager-at-the-Abu-Dhabi-based-QuantumGate. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T14:45:39.102+04:00 GCC organisations are aware of the quantum threat - but most haven't done the homework yet Technology, Dubai, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/polymarket-reportedly-paying-lebron-james-11-million-more-than-the-76ers-1.500677695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/h0r3qe20/Los_Angeles_Lakers__LeBron_James_1767a10bba8_original_ratio.jpg LeBron James and the LA Lakers won the NBA Championship in Orlando, defeating Miami Heat in the best-of-seven final showdown, for their first crown in 10 years and their 17th overall. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T14:45:20.127+04:00 Polymarket reportedly paying LeBron James $11 million more than the 76ers LeBron James, Polymarket, 76ers salary, endorsement deal, NBA contract, Philadelphia 76ers, prediction market, NBA earnings, sports sponsorship, net worth, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Lakers salary, retirement talk, championship chase https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/xpressions-wins-images-retailme-most-admired-responsible-retailer-of-the-year-2026-1.500678053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ic2yy7ml/Xpressions.jpg Xpressions Chairperson Rashmi Kalwani Pandya (centre), Chief Sales Officer Rahim Meethale and Head of Marketing Rakesh Ramakrishan (right) at the presentation of the IMAGES RetailME Most Admired Responsible Retailer of the Year 2026 award. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T14:37:56.633+04:00 Xpressions wins IMAGES RetailME Most Admired Responsible Retailer of the Year 2026 Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/tata-sons-board-backs-chandrasekarans-five-year-extension-clears-path-for-listing-1.500678037 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-19/i9oshfhs/newsml_afp_com_20260219T072223Z_doc_984y6yn.jpeg N Chandrasekaran gets 5-year Tata Sons extension as Chairman Gulf News en 2026-09-17T14:37:05.309+04:00 Tata Sons board backs Chandrasekaran's five-year extension, clears path for listing Business, India https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/al-ansari-financial-services-boosts-cybersecurity-as-digital-finance-usage-surges-1.500678008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/do8d5jgb/Rashid-Al-Ansari-x-Bruno-Lopes.jpg Rashed A. Al Ansari, GCEO of Al Ansari Financial Services and Bruno Lopes, Group Chief Technology Officer of Al Ansari Financial Services. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T14:28:39.378+04:00 Al Ansari Financial Services boosts cybersecurity as digital finance usage surges Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/why-verstappen-is-enjoying-non-f1-races-more-this-season-1.500678009 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/28f1p62r/25.jpg Red Bull's F1 driver Max Verstappen (3) celebrates winning the Max v 100 go-karting event at Silverstone. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T14:08:50.928+04:00 Why Verstappen is enjoying non-F1 races more this season Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/bellroy-wallet-review-the-slim-wallet-worth-the-money-1.500676382 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/uownya4f/bellroywallet-1.png A well-designed slim wallet keeps everyday essentials organised without unnecessary bulk, combining practical storage with a refined feel for daily use. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T14:01:14.689+04:00 Bellroy wallet review: the slim wallet worth the money BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/casemiro-calls-messi-the-best-and-backs-him-for-ballon-dor-1.500677970 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/kl182ogg/newsml_afp_com_20260829T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292628830.jpeg Casemiro and Messi celebrating together https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/kl182ogg/newsml_afp_com_20260829T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292628830.jpeg Casemiro and Messi celebrating together Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:47:15.970+04:00 Casemiro calls Messi the best and backs him for Ballon d'Or Football, football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/dubai-revives-international-film-festival-to-build-ecosystem-for-arab-filmmakers-and-emerging-talent-1.500677976 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2009/11/11/1_16a0828d1fe.526360_1982471427_16a0828d1fe_large.jpg DubaiInternational Film Festival(DIFF) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.950436_1746210361_16ada1b6207_large.jpg Tom Cruise with fans during the DIFF opening night ceremony Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:37:31.508+04:00 Dubai International Film Festival is back after ten years to nurture Arab filmmakers in 2027 Entertainment, Dubai, UAE, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/technology/cybersecurity-is-the-seatbelt-for-ai-say-experts-at-gisec-2026-1.500677961 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-06/co1kejwn/SU250506GISEC-Overview-LEAD-GISEC-Global-2025.jpg Visitors throng the halls at a past edition of GISEC Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:37:07.013+04:00 Cybersecurity is the seatbelt for AI, say experts at GISEC 2026 Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/trump-to-meet-gulf-leaders-in-new-york-to-discuss-iran-war-endgame-1.500677964 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/10/23/President-Donald-Trump-listens-while-on-a-phone-call-with-the-leaders-of-Sudan-and-Israel--in-the-Oval-Office-of-the-White-House--Friday--Oct.-23--2020--in-Washington_175567f2d79_large.jpg The State Department sent initial invitations on Wednesday, according to Axios. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:37:04.578+04:00 Trump to meet Gulf leaders in New York to discuss Iran war endgame Gulf, Americas, World, Mena, americas, Gulf, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-pushes-back-as-us-targets-buyers-of-russian-oil-1.500677963 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/po18lx7k/202609173944525.jpg US lawmakers approved broad new sanctions on Wednesday designed to squeeze Russia over its war in Ukraine, sending the legislation to President Donald Trump after months of delay. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:29:59.641+04:00 India pushes back as US targets buyers of Russian oil India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/50-year-old-record-shattered-manchester-united-have-a-problem-bigger-than-carrick-1.500677882 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/0cow60x5/Carrick Micheal Carrick is already under pressure after a difficult start to the season. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/0cow60x5/Carrick Micheal Carrick is already under pressure after a difficult start to the season. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/fmnrdrem/newsml_afp_com_20260916T195123Z_doc_c8j63eh.jpeg Manchester United's English head coach Michael Carrick shouts instructions to the players from the touchline during the English League Cup third round football match between Manchester United and Brighton and Hove Albion at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England, on September 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/vgxrjeyn/preview.jpg Brighton's Pascal Gross, right, celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the English League Cup third round soccer match between Manchester United and Brighton and Hove Albion in Manchester, England, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-10/k15umisy/newsml_afp_com_20260210T220644Z_doc_96xe2cw.jpeg Manchester United's Dutch forward #11 Joshua Zirkzee Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:20:37.579+04:00 50-year-old record shattered: Manchester United have a problem bigger than Carrick Football, manchester united https://gulfnews.com/technology/microsoft-cpx-reveal-expansion-of-she-protects-initiative-at-gisec-2026-1.500677913 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/bxujdn53/CPX-expansion-of-She-Protects.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:10:10.835+04:00 Microsoft, CPX reveal expansion of 'She Protects' initiative at GISEC 2026 Technology https://gulfnews.com/sport/todd-boehly-quits-chelsea-selling-ownership-stake-1.500677929 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/3vrv68mh/preview.jpg Todd Boehly has been a controversial figure since his arrival to West London in 2023 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/j10qytmf/preview.jpg Boehly was behind the record signing of Morgan Rogers. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T13:04:13.450+04:00 Todd Boehly quits Chelsea selling ownership stake Sport, Football, football, premier league, Chelsea https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/jazza-dickens-returns-as-four-emirati-fighters-make-history-1.500677874 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/cy0p3y1w/Dickens.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:56:42.934+04:00 Jazza Dickens returns as four Emirati fighters make history UAE-Sport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/dulquer-salmaans-aakasam-lo-oka-tara-locks-november-20-release-teases-krishnas-world-1.500677897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/vb16bvbk/images-45.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:50:19.903+04:00 Dulquer Salmaan's 'Aakasam Lo Oka Tara' locks November 20 release teases Krishna's world Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-students-parents-in-uae-call-cbses-class-12-re-exam-offer-too-late-1.500677875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/18/shutterstock_Board-exams-1674018875897_185c34cea0f_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/erc35y4w/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-17-at-12.58.21-PM.jpeg Clockwise from left: Punit MK Vasu, Dr Pramod Mahajan, Mohammed Ali Kottakulam and Dr S. Reshma Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:45:06.917+04:00 Indian expat students, parents in UAE call CBSE's Class 12 re-exam offer 'too late' UAE, Education, India, UAE, CBSE, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/indian-government-fact-checkers-debunk-viral-claim-of-nine-psu-banks-merger-1.500677880 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/11/03/Stock---SBI-Bank---State-Bank-of-India_17ce506c977_large.jpg PIB debunks viral fake gazette claiming govt merger of 9 public sector banks Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:43:21.774+04:00 Indian government fact-checkers debunk viral claim of nine PSU banks merger Banking, India https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/british-airways-to-resume-dubai-flights-from-november-3-1.500677885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/26/Stock-British-Airways_185edfe8e92_large.jpg British Airways announced that it will resume London–Dubai flights from November 3 with daily winter services, rising to twice daily as part of its updated Middle East schedule. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:40:16.873+04:00 British Airways to resume Dubai flights from November 3 Aviation, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/two-filipino-stroke-patients-in-sharjah-to-get-post-acute-care-from-philippine-agencies-1.500677862 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/b0sd2ag5/38f05d6df81.png During DMW Secretary Hans Cacdac's visit in the UAE, he thanked Filipino nurses and other healthcare workers for their service to patients Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:39:33.423+04:00 Two Filipino stroke patients in Sharjah to get post-acute care from Philippine agencies UAE, UAE, Sharjah, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/resident-evil-may-finally-have-a-pulse-after-24-years-thanks-to-zach-cregger-1.500677857 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jbk4tt31/reisent.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:38:28.752+04:00 Resident Evil may finally have a pulse after 24 years. Do you need to watch the other films? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/eu-plans-social-media-restrictions-for-children-under-13-1.500677881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/10/Australia-plans-age-limit-to-ban-children-from-social-media_191da09abed_large.jpg New rules would require platforms to introduce stronger protections based on users’ ages. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:36:58.769+04:00 EU plans social media restrictions for children under 13 Europe, Media, social media, Europe https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-max-uae-price-preorder-demand-1.500677830 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-09/4r7l6gh0/Apple-iPhone-18-Pro-color-lineup-260909big.jpg.medium.jpg Retailers reveal what customers are choosing ahead of the September 18 launch, as higher prices push buyers to consider trade-ins and instalment plans. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/uk1cx4i9/Ashish_Panjabi__COO__Jackys_3000x1999pixel.jpg Ashish Panjabi, COO, Jacky's Retail https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/dnfd0gfr/AppleiPhone7365-89297.jpg According to retailers, demand remains strong for the higher-end iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, but buyers are more cautious about the higher prices, with many using trade-ins and instalment plans, while others are waiting for the iPhone Duo to launch. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:35:30.008+04:00 UAE iPhone 18 Pro demand revealed: Pro Max leads pre-orders as buyers turn to trade-ins to offset higher prices Technology, UAE, iPhone https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/buckingham-palace-hits-back-at-claims-in-a-book-by-princess-dianas-brother-1.500677879 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/rrz8y92v/newsml_afp_com_20260917T073558Z_doc_c8jx99e.jpeg Britian's Prince William, Earl Spencer, Prince Harry and then-Prince Charles walk outside Westminster Abbey during the funeral service for Diana, Princess of Wales on September 6, 1997. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:35:08.168+04:00 Buckingham Palace hits back at claims in a book by Princess Diana’s brother Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/abu-dhabi-hotels-must-meet-new-healthy-menu-rules-from-october-1-1.500677860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/58je6c4p/VEGAN_FOOD_175b6b5b125_large_182bf79ae11_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:26:07.551+04:00 Abu Dhabi hotels must meet new healthy menu rules from October 1 Retail, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/luxury/the-watch-gérald-genta-got-wrong-and-fifty-years-later-hes-been-proven-right-1.500677820 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/hmy2thzo/22.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/2x40xk1m/23.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/76g8ariq/24.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:20:23.121+04:00 The Watch Gérald Genta got wrong - and fifty years later, he's been proven right Luxury https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/abu-dhabi-changes-hotel-classification-standards-with-new-guest-experience-benchmarks-1.500677848 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ltu3dmuj/Etihad-Towers-Daytime-Tower-Shot.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:18:20.394+04:00 Abu Dhabi changes hotel classification standards with new guest experience benchmarks Tourism, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/uae-seeks-deeper-tourism-ties-with-bahrain-uzbekistan-and-eu-1.500676837 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/yo1xfgxo/Image-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:15:10.768+04:00 UAE seeks deeper tourism ties with Bahrain, Uzbekistan and EU Tourism, UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-hr-leaders-chart-the-future-of-work-1.500675243 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/t2vunimk/LeadInsurance-Market-Gulf-News-Event-13-September-2026-13-86.jpg Shalni Babur, Chief People officer, Alfred Holdings; Lavkesh Grover, Director - HR, Gulf News; Kulwinder Singh Head - HR Operations, Transguard Group; and Shila Katira, People & Culture Operations Manager, Triliv Holdings, speaking at a session at Work Reimagined UAE. The session was moderated by Lachlan Kitchen (extreme left) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/emqj9j7p/Shalini_s_new_photo.png Shalni Babur, Chief People officer, Alfred Holdings, speaking at Work Reimagined UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/je7rllpz/RachitInsurance-Market-Gulf-News-Event-13-September-2026-13-23.jpg Rachit Jhamb, Director of Insurancemarket.ae - B2B Division, delivering the keynote at the event https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/kw5l357u/AlfredInsurance-Market-Gulf-News-Event-13-September-2026-13-58.jpg InsuranceMarket.ae's mascot, Alfred, made a surprise appearance, delighting attendees at Work Reimagined UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/ol4y2r62/Panel_1Insurance_Market_Gulf_News_Event_13_September_2026_13_27.jpg Louise Walters, Cluster HR Manger, Taaleem; Andreea Rogoz, Group Head of HR, Badami Holding; Vanitha Nitin, VP - Human Resources, Burjeel Holdings; and Balaji Nagabhushan, Group Chief Administrative Officer, Tristar, speaking at a session at the event https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/554nhozi/All-speakers-with-AlfredInsurance-Market-Gulf-News-Event-13-September-2026-13-81.jpg Speakers pose with InsuranceMarket.ae's mascot, Alfred, at Work Reimagined UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/ipad5woi/Audience-betterInsurance-Market-Gulf-News-Event-13-September-2026-13-5.jpg HR leaders spoke to a packed audience at Work Reimagined UAE Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:09:39.706+04:00 UAE HR leaders chart the future of work Business https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/bangladesh-cricket-charge-two-over-bpl-corruption-breaches-1.500677841 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/6vy4w73w/ba861f2e88a56a96e350645fcba3f2b2.jpg Bangladesh Cricket Boar Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:06:39.029+04:00 Bangladesh cricket charge two over BPL corruption breaches Cricket, cricket, Bangladesh https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/sharjah-summer-promotions-generate-dh850-million-in-economic-returns-1.500677836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/xqu5651t/Sharjah.jpg The event featured the notable presence of Shamsa, the iconic mascot character symbolising the joy of Sharjah Summer Promotions. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T12:06:26.721+04:00 Sharjah summer promotions generate Dh850 million in economic returns economy, people, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/american-university-of-sharjah-now-has-a-campus-book-vending-machine-whos-hungry-for-a-new-plot-1.500677815 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/uytvrmwg/Screenshot-2026-09-17-at-11.48.24-AM.png It is the latest, chapter in the story of Bookends, a second-hand bookstore built by two UAE-based mums Gulf News en 2026-09-17T11:53:20.837+04:00 American University of Sharjah now has a campus book vending machine — who's hungry for a new plot? Lifestyle, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/migrant-workers-office-in-dubai-starts-accepting-card-payments-for-key-ofw-services-1.500677802 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-16/mtb49hfc/MWO-Garden-1-1024x545.jpg The Migrant Workers Office – Dubai and Northern Emirates located in Al Qusais 3, Dubai Gulf News en 2026-09-17T11:42:58.490+04:00 Migrant Workers Office in Dubai starts accepting card payments for key OFW services UAE, UAE, Dubai, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-congress-approves-new-sanctions-bill-targeting-russia-1.500677028 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/po18lx7k/202609173944525.jpg The legislation targets Moscow's energy and defence sectors and gives Trump powers to impose tariffs of up to 100% on buyers of Russian oil and gas. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T11:38:19.400+04:00 US Congress approves new sanctions bill targeting Russia Americas, Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pims-fire-inquiry-finds-no-functional-fire-alarm-or-sprinkler-system-after-14-newborn-deaths-1.500677765 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/zjv1cqer/gulfnews2026-08-276wdzdaycnewsmlafpcom20260827T071342Zdocc6lf6wg.avif Security personnel stand in a damaged corridor at the site, a day after a fire at the Mother and Child Health ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital in Islamabad on August 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/sojrfoeq/HSUpYxb0AAr6c0.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T11:24:54.405+04:00 PIMS fire inquiry finds no functional fire alarm or sprinkler system after 14 newborn deaths Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/global-quantum-x-set-to-chase-27-trillion-quantum-economy-at-gisec-2027-1.500677786 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/wxohndbp/Dr.-Mohamed-Al-Kuwaiti-and-Trixie-LohMirmand Gulf News en 2026-09-17T11:24:44.922+04:00 Global Quantum X set to chase $2,7 trillion quantum economy at GISEC 2027 Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/sanders-says-ai-could-be-more-dangerous-than-nuclear-weapons-20-year-jail-proposed-for-violating-ai-ban-1.500677734 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/ntveoovt/WLD_BERNIE_SANDERS_1583157440911_1709b897193_original_ratio.jpg Bernie Sanders, 85, the longest-serving independent in US congressional history, said the potential danger posed by AI is “probably greater than nuclear weapons.” He proposed penalties of up to 20 years in prison for developing AI that violates a proposed ban on superintelligence, arguing that developing technology capable of threatening humanity should carry severe consequences. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T11:20:33.826+04:00 Sanders says AI could be 'more dangerous than nuclear weapons', 20-year jail proposed for violating AI ban Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/property/aldar-mubadala-jv-buys-99-occupied-masdar-city-square-for-dh918-million-1.500677780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/twhezdrh/Masdar-City-Image-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T11:14:39.266+04:00 Aldar-Mubadala JV buys 99%-occupied Masdar City Square for Dh918 million Property, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/nepal-to-host-bangladesh-for-historic-three-match-t20i-series-1.500677766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-16/hmizzzmn/202507163454686.jpg Bangladesh team Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:48:37.895+04:00 Nepal to host Bangladesh for historic three-match T20I series Cricket, cricket, Bangladesh, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-residents-get-a-new-five-year-investment-option-after-strong-first-sukuk-1.500677762 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-02/4m00d6lg/Stock-Abu-Dhabi-skyline-2025 Abu Dhabi skyline. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:46:37.818+04:00 UAE residents get a new five-year investment option after strong first sukuk Banking, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/saiyaara-stars-ahaan-panday-aneet-padda-reunite-for-next-love-story-shooting-begins-in-october-1.500677746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/9w203tc2/aneet-padda-ahaan-panday-1-2025-09-20-11-21-22.jpg Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda and director Mohit Suri are set to reunite for their next film Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:36:38.054+04:00 Saiyaara stars Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda reunite for next love story shooting begins in October Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/macklemore-backed-by-stars-after-ed-sheeran-tour-removal-lewis-hamilton-says-thank-you-for-using-your-voice-1.500677725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-14/pzvhjx3o/preview.jpg The situation traces back to a September 4th show at MetLife Stadium, where Macklemore told the audience that joining the tour gave him a platform to voice support for Palestine. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:36:26.337+04:00 Macklemore backed by stars after Ed Sheeran tour removal: Lewis Hamilton says ‘Thank you for using your voice’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/katrina-kaifs-bounce-back-is-nobodys-business-but-hers-1.500677735 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jb4wtxhh/katrina.jpeg The phrase itself deserves scrutiny. It treats childbirth as a transaction with a return window, nine months to build a human being, then an implicit deadline to erase the evidence Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:25:54.859+04:00 Katrina Kaif's bounce back is nobody's business but hers Entertainment, Opinion https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-and-senegalese-presidents-discuss-strengthening-bilateral-ties-1.500677693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/v5rd2mr7/MBZ.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:23:26.688+04:00 UAE and Senegalese Presidents discuss strengthening bilateral ties Government, Sheikh mohamed https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rashmika-mandanna-to-play-ms-subbulakshmi-anirudh-ravichander-scores-music-1.500677736 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/09xtlce6/nhkem8forashmika625x30015September26.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:23:06.165+04:00 Rashmika Mandanna to play MS Subbulakshmi, Anirudh Ravichander scores music Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flights-status-emirates-etihad-flydubai-air-arabia-delays-and-cancellations-today-1.500677717 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/ntvuibbo/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-09-at-14.24.39.jpeg International airlines are restoring some UAE services, but major carriers remain suspended. Passengers at Sharjah International Airport interact with staff. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:06:33.772+04:00 UAE flights status: Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia delays and cancellations today Aviation, Mena, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/best-massage-guns-on-amazonae-2026-five-recovery-tools-for-post-workout-use-1.500675452 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/wupy0mum/massagegun1-1.png Massage guns can be a convenient addition to post-workout recovery, helping target tired muscles and ease stiffness after demanding training sessions. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T10:03:44.077+04:00 Best massage guns on Amazon.ae 2026: Five recovery tools for post-workout use BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ed-sheeran-and-robert-kraft-are-each-donating-2-million-to-match-macklemores-donation-1.500677681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jkms1t6k/super-bowl-lx-new-england-patriots-v-seattle-seahawks-us-ent-1000x667-1.jpg-2.webp The Ed Sheeran, Macklemore and Robert Kraft saga has taken another turn, with Kraft revealing that Sheeran is donating $2 million toward humanitarian relief tied to the crisis in Gaza Gulf News en 2026-09-17T09:53:10.152+04:00 Ed Sheeran and Robert Kraft are each donating $2 million to match Macklemore's donation Entertainment, Music https://gulfnews.com/business/property/nakheel-awards-dh800-million-deal-to-build-537-dubai-islands-homes-1.500677701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/as5fqjbt/Bay-Grove-Residences.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T09:49:20.237+04:00 Nakheel awards Dh800 million deal to build 537 Dubai Islands homes Property, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/macklemore-donates-1-million-from-dropped-ed-sheeran-tour-to-palestinian-aid-1.500677697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zjc4q03i/newsml_afp_com_20260830T211844Z_doc_c6vb6hh.jpeg US rapper, singer, dancer and DJ, Benjamin Haggerty, known as Macklemore, was dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T09:42:11.301+04:00 Macklemore donates $1 million from dropped Ed Sheeran tour to Palestinian aid Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/pakistani-actor-ali-zafar-defends-katrina-kaif-after-post-pregnancy-trolling-urges-men-to-correct-themselves-1.500677663 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/4uizo7dm/FotoJet-7.jpg Users dissected her appearance saying she was 'finished' and stacking up before-and-after pregnancy photos like exhibits in a trial. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T09:24:03.540+04:00 Pakistani actor Ali Zafar defends Katrina Kaif after post-pregnancy trolling, urges men to 'correct themselves' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/dubai-gold-prices-rise-after-fed-rate-hike-but-pare-gains-soon-1.500677662 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/4pnbpmav/Gold_trader_gold_price_184f9dc54fe_original_ratio.jpg Gold prices in Dubai rise post Fed rate hike Gulf News en 2026-09-17T09:21:39.326+04:00 Dubai gold prices rise after Fed rate hike, but pare gains soon Dubai, Business, Your Money https://gulfnews.com/sport/insufficient-funds-forces-indian-equestrians-to-pay-out-of-pockets-at-2026-asian-games-1.500677649 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/hdtjr479/202604243762496.jpeg Indian equestrian star Anush Agarwalla bags silver at Concours de Dressage International in Hagen Gulf News en 2026-09-17T09:19:51.702+04:00 Insufficient funds forces Indian equestrians to pay out of pockets at 2026 Asian Games Indian equestrians, Asian Games 2026, funding crisis, IOA ad-hoc committee, horse expenses, self-funded athletes, Indian Olympic Association, equestrian team, sports funding, horse quarantine, Aichi Nagoya, Peden Bloodstock, government support, athlete reimbursements, India sports governance https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/banking/uae-banking-explained-how-online-payment-verification-works-without-sms-otps-1.500677143 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/hxmkcech/Digital_banking_resources1_16a085160c0_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T09:00:00.000+04:00 UAE banking explained: How online payment verification works without SMS OTPs Living-Banking, Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/ultra-processed-food-may-damage-your-muscles-even-without-weight-gain-study-finds-1.500677633 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/20/Person-eating_1920fb86763_large.jpg Quite often, the types and amounts of additives used, can affect a food health’s profile. Some additives may be harmless, while others can have potentially negative effects. For example, artificial sweeteners. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:42:52.965+04:00 Ultra-processed food may damage your muscles even without weight gain, study finds Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/kylian-mbappe-ends-silence-on-ceuta-message-controversy-it-was-the-clubs-decision-1.500677632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/2y025ok8/newsml_afp_com_20260915T194453Z_doc_c8el3uy.jpeg Real Madrid's Spanish forward #10 Kylian Mbappe reacts during the Spanish league football match between Elche CF and Real Madrid CF at Martinez Valero Stadium in Elche on September 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/ddjt2dnn/newsml_afp_com_20260915T194105Z_doc_c8ej2ct.jpeg Real Madrid's Spanish forward #10 Kylian Mbappe (R) and Elche's Spanish defender #23 Victor Chust fight for the ball during the Spanish league football match between Elche CF and Real Madrid CF at Martinez Valero Stadium in Elche on September 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:33:43.493+04:00 Kylian Mbappe ends silence on Ceuta message controversy: "It was the club’s decision" Kylian Mbappe, Ceuta controversy, Real Madrid, solidarity message, migration crisis, Todos somos caballas, Mbappe interview, Ceuta migrants, La Liga, Vinicius Junior, Ibrahima Konate, Ceuta enclave, club decision https://gulfnews.com/technology/he-was-supposed-to-become-a-doctor-instead-michael-dell-built-a-tech-empire-from-a-dorm-room-1.500676522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/bigrn2nw/Michael_Dell_173b527a5a8_original_ratio.jpg MICHAEL DELL | In 1984, at age 19, he registered his company as PC’s Limited with about $1,000 in capital. The business began in and around his University of Texas dorm room, where he assembled and sold customised computers and upgrades. Forbes reported that Dell has an estimated net worth of approximately $245 billion to $262 billion, ranking him among the top five richest people in the world. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:26:01.448+04:00 He was supposed to become a doctor. Instead, Michael Dell built a tech empire from a dorm room Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hanuman-ansh-crosses-rs-3-billion-becomes-third-highest-hindi-grosser-of-2026-behind-dhurandhar-2-and-border-2-1.500677621 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-09/87c033xz/ANI_20260227130802.jpg Hanuman Ansh, directed by Vishal Chaturvedi and based on the life of Neem Karoli Baba, released on August 7 Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:17:28.240+04:00 Hanuman Ansh crosses Rs 3 billion, becomes third highest Hindi grosser of 2026 behind Dhurandhar 2 and Border 2 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/taylor-swifts-husband-travis-kelce-named-victim-in-35-million-ponzi-scam-1.500677620 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-10/9opnllyo/Travis-Kelce-and-Taylor-Swift Travis Kelce, left, and Taylor Swift tied the knot on July2-4 weekend. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/mv11e6uh/newsml_afp_com_20260914T000000Z_PH_GTY_2295332028.jpeg Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates with fans after defeating the Denver Broncos after the game at Arrowhead Stadium on September 14, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:15:52.293+04:00 Taylor Swift's husband Travis Kelce named victim in $35 million Ponzi scam Travis Kelce scam, Taylor Swift husband, Ponzi scheme, Swiftarc Capital, Siddharth Jawahar, NFL star victim, $35 million fraud, wire fraud case, Kelce investments, Chiefs tight end, NFL season opener, Arrowhead Stadium, celebrity investors, restitution order, luxury lifestyle fraud https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-should-know-today-sept-17-1.500677592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-07/ohzztku5/STAFFNAT_260907_GDRFA_Click_and_Travel_VSAKLANI_131788774354942.jpg Passengers using “Click and Travel” service at Dubai International Airpot (DXB) to speed up airport checks using biometrics and facial recognition to process passengers in 12-15 seconds. With the regional security situation still fluid, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/jfmtnxvv/ship-to-ship.jpg Ship-to-ship transfers keep Gulf oil moving outside Hormuz as direct traffic hits multi-month low Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:12:35.296+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents should know today (Sept. 17) UAE, Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/technology/openai-reveals-six-new-ai-misbehaviour-cases-vows-transparency-1.500677556 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/wetcly0c/preview.jpg Two OpenAI models breach containment during testing, gain unauthorized web access Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:09:23.426+04:00 OpenAI reveals six new AI misbehaviour cases, vows transparency Technology, AI https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-traffic-report-congestion-reported-on-key-routes-1.500677608 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-08/frgpgpxt/gulfnews2024-11-185862x7tw20220925uaeroads18373a0a524originalratio.avif Drivers heading towards Mussafah, Khalifa City and Al Dhafra are advised to allow extra travel time. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:05:52.477+04:00 Abu Dhabi traffic report: Congestion reported on key routes Transport https://gulfnews.com/auto/uae-chosen-as-freelanders-first-international-market-with-al-tayer-motors-and-premier-motors-1.500676857 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/mqoakbgp/1200x900-px.jpg Matar Humaid Al Tayer (third left), Vice-Chairman; Saeed Humaid Al Tayer (second right), MD; and Ashok Khanna (right), CEO; Mona Hasan Sadoun (second left), Vice President, Customer Experience & Marketing, from Al Tayer Motors and Premier Motors, with Lucia Mao (third right), CEO, FREELANDER International; and Andrew Ding (left), Country Director, FREELANDER, at the signing. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T08:00:00.000+04:00 UAE chosen as FREELANDER’s first international market with Al Tayer Motors and Premier Motors Auto, Native https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/traffic-alert-congestion-builds-on-key-roads-between-dubai-and-sharjah-1.500677591 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/in5yzqmb/TRAFFIC_455_1597837351188_17406871916_original_ratio.jpg Several key routes face delays, while much of Dubai's road network flows freely. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/5k85hn98/Traffic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:40:25.271+04:00 Traffic alert: Congestion builds on key roads between Dubai and Sharjah Transport, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/reporter-tv-md-anto-augustine-arrested-over-excess-liquor-at-wayanad-home-1.500677590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/v64ys9tl/images.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:39:41.240+04:00 Reporter TV MD Anto Augustine arrested over excess liquor at Wayanad home India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/what-to-watch-in-uae-cinemas-and-ott-this-week-resident-evil-daayra-and-son-ye-jins-saucy-k-drama-1.500677585 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/c4zxwr9i/daayra.jpeg Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj in Daayra. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:34:41.406+04:00 What to watch in UAE cinemas and OTT this week: Resident Evil, Daayra, and Son Ye-jin's saucy K-drama Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cameras-catch-lionel-messi-arguing-with-mls-commissioner-don-garber-after-inter-miamis-win-1.500677586 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/2cc4qbnc/newsml_afp_com_20260917T015717Z_doc_c8jl6m8.jpeg Inter Miami's Argentine forward #10 Lionel Messi runs under a light rain during the Campeones Cup final football match between Inter Miami CF and Mexico's Cruz Azul at Nu Stadium in Miami, Florida, on September 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:34:30.616+04:00 Cameras catch Lionel Messi arguing with MLS Commissioner Don Garber after Inter Miami's win Lionel Messi, Don Garber, Inter Miami, Campeones Cup, MLS, angry exchange, trophy celebrations, Cruz Azul, heated moment, MLS commissioner, Messi frustration, Casemiro goal, Major League Soccer, Messi header, Dubai match https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/amaal-mallik-hits-back-music-ka-srk-hoon-gussa-salman-khan-wala-1.500677581 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/jowr0r2s/202609163943813.jpeg Amaal Mallik: Music ka SRK hoon main, gussa Salman Khan waala hai Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:24:52.524+04:00 Amaal Mallik hits back: ‘Music ka SRK hoon, gussa Salman Khan wala’ BollyWood, viral https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/greys-anatomy-season-23-the-original-cast-then-and-now-whos-long-gone-and-who-is-still-here-1.500677570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/guqy52ln/meredith.webp Ellen Pompeo, Sandra Oh, TR Knight, Justin Chambers and Katherine Heigl were the original crew. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:12:24.256+04:00 Grey’s Anatomy Season 23: The original cast, then and now. Who’s long gone and who is still here? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/levoit-sweet-dream-series-sleep-better-wake-brighter-1.500674725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/353pbdre/KV.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/69fsm5zq/Sprout.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/j60bh7oy/Tower-Fan.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/76ovjghu/Humidifier.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/93otzoeg/KV.jpg Clean Air (Sprout) + Cool Comfort (Tower Fan) + Balanced Moisture (Humidifier) = Your Sweetest Sleep Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:00:00.000+04:00 Levoit Sweet Dream Series – Sleep better, wake brighter BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-splashs-new-collection-brings-polished-tailoring-to-modern-workday-1.500676797 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/nxqqya4n/Splash-1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/4j3dg07p/Splash-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T07:00:00.000+04:00 How Splash's new collection brings polished tailoring to modern workday Friday, Friday-Fashion https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/at-16-mandakini-filmed-ram-teri-ganga-mailis-waterfall-scene-no-vulgarity-i-doubled-the-saree-1.500677562 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/a13elk4z/Mandakini_and_Rajiv_Kapoor_in_Ram_Teri_Ganga_Maili_177860b676b_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:40:34.943+04:00 At 16, Mandakini filmed Ram Teri Ganga Maili’s waterfall scene: 'No vulgarity, I doubled the saree' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-mercury-to-hit-46c-as-humidity-brings-fog-and-mist-risk-in-coming-days-1.500677559 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-03/je7b144n/Dusty-weather-Gulf-News-archive.avif Temperatures expected to reach 46°C as humid conditions raise fog and mist risk over coastal and inland areas through early next week. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:32:10.251+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Mercury to hit 46°C as humidity brings fog and mist risk in coming days Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/saudi-led-coalition-downs-houthi-drone-heading-for-mecca-as-iran-oil-exports-near-zero-1.500676137 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/dqa868sy/gulfnewsimport2023062520230625-muslim-worshippers188f3782459large.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/4hiy9epm/newsml_afp_com_20260916T152603Z_doc_c8h86mt.jpeg A battle tank advances during ongoing fighting between Houthi and Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces along the frontlines in al-Kadha, west of Taiz in western Yemen, on September 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/a2g50aos/Screenshot-2026-09-16-at-6.26.26-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:21:50.485+04:00 Saudi-led coalition downs Houthi drone heading for Mecca as Iran oil exports near zero Mena, iran nuclear programme, Iran, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-israel, us-iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/preity-zinta-priyadarshan-pankaj-tripathi-suniel-shetty-join-reconstituted-cbfc-1.500677474 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/xf8rk5yh/COMBO-NEWS.jpg Bollywood actors Preity Zinta, Pankaj Tripathi and Suniel Shetty, along with filmmaker Priyadarshan, have been named among the members of the reconstituted Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:19:00.000+04:00 Preity Zinta, Priyadarshan, Pankaj Tripathi, Suniel Shetty join reconstituted CBFC BollyWood, India https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-says-us-hopefully-toward-the-end-of-war-with-iran-claims-direct-talks-as-tehran-stresses-caution-1.500677545 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-10/cmt9u1fs/202609103936238.jpg US President Donald Trump told reporters he had recently spoken with Iranian officials “directly”, according to reports published Thursday. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:16:49.386+04:00 Trump says US ‘hopefully toward the end’ of war with Iran, claims 'direct talks' — Tehran stresses caution Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-will-finish-job-in-gaza-and-remove-palestinians-defence-minister-1.500676332 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/1ckvf2y9/ANI_20260608172102.jpg Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz said 70 percent of Gaza had already been emptied of its population in the Israeli offensive launched after the October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:14:59.764+04:00 Israel will 'finish job' in Gaza and remove Palestinians: defence minister Mena https://gulfnews.com/technology/can-chatgpt-prompts-really-fuel-a-climate-crisis-ais-growing-energy-problem-1.500677115 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-27/rq4rp1ty/Untitled-design-8.jpg Last year, AI-generated Studio Ghibli-style art went viral, sparking debate on creativity and copyright. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/vqajb3zt/Dr.-Balamurugan-Balusamy-Dean-School-of-Engineering-IT-MAHE-Dubai.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/gjv6ghes/rhys.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/3hlkpb0l/3c87f9c3-ecca-4445-8bd4-e714b2c8d5e1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/hu73p6oq/alfred.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:01:00.000+04:00 Can ChatGPT prompts really fuel a climate crisis? AI's growing energy problem Technology, Lifestyle, World https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/abu-dhabi-after-35-years-pakistani-expats-love-letter-to-the-city-she-calls-home-you-wont-get-lost-here-1.500677308 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/vk27964p/FotoJet-6.jpg Shehla Sohail with her daughter, Sunaira. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/q0yiagai/shelha.jpeg Shehla with her sister on the Corniche. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/83t4c9fy/shela.jpeg Memories in Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:00:00.000+04:00 Abu Dhabi after 35 years: Pakistani expat’s love letter to the city she calls home — ‘You won't get lost here' Lifestyle, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-flu-season-september-vaccine-doctors-warning-1.500677008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/hnhgemzl/Flu-Vaccine The 2026–27 vaccination campaign now targets seven priority groups, with experts urging residents not to wait until influenza cases rise during the colder months. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/z4bz36vu/38c029b2_8338_45d4_9634_d8c2864dd747.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/0cur65q3/Flu_Vaccine. “Protection is not immediate, so vaccinating in September provides a buffer before increased community transmission. But if someone misses September, vaccination later is still beneficial while influenza viruses are circulating," Dr Likha Rajan, General Practitioner at Aster Clinic, Al Wasl Village, told Gulf News. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/479nwfm0/a5100578_d6aa_49f8_9125_1a8b979707cb.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/tpc1urk8/Flu-Vaccine According to doctors who spoke to Gulf News, December through February is typically the peak period for flu cases in the UAE, with January often seeing the highest levels of activity. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/bg6poi1g/ick-c.jpg Dr Malaz Yabrodi, Specialist Internal Medicine at Medcare Shaikh Saqr Al Qasimi Hospital, Sharjah, explained that it is important for children to get the flu vaccine, as they can contribute to the spread of the virus. Vaccination can also help reduce missed school days for children and missed workdays for parents. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:00:00.000+04:00 UAE flu season is starting: Why September is the month to get vaccinated Health, Living-Health, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dnata-ceo-sees-dubai-travel-demand-fully-turning-around-in-q1-2027-as-cargo-posts-mega-growth-1.500677020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ajbeutqx/nABIL-sULTAN.jpeg “Cargo business have been phenomenal,” says dnata CEO Nabil Sultan Al Murr, as air freight demand soars amid disruption around the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-13/ys1m5j84/dnatalogistics039newcargocentreindubaisouthwillbefullytemperature-controlled.jpg Last year, dnata launched three major facilities as part of global infrastructure growth with investments exceeding $110 million. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T06:00:00.000+04:00 dnata CEO sees Dubai travel demand fully turning around in Q1 2027 as cargo posts ‘mega growth’ Aviation, Travel, Dnata, Emirates Group https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/when-infrastructure-becomes-a-battleground-the-geopolitics-of-global-logistics-1.500676846 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/a0yl9kj4/hormuzq_1788254739876.jpg A tractor pulls a boat from the sea as commercial vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Aug. 31, 2026. More than 80% of global trade by volume is carried by sea, meaning that disruption at any critical chokepoint can quickly have global consequences. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/n1kpv4zw/Volodymyr_Kolot.JPG Volodymyr Kolot Gulf News en 2026-09-17T05:38:00.000+04:00 When infrastructure becomes a battleground: The geopolitics of global logistics Op-Eds, economy, logistics, transport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-anime-and-manga-culture-in-the-uae-is-shifting-from-import-to-origin-1.500676845 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/nnm6w44q/Screenshot-2026-09-16-at-5.05.11-PM.png Sandstorm and Crunchyroll booth at MEFCC 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/x65z5ayl/BlackClover_S2_BaseAsset_KV_2x3_2000x3000_Copyright_en_US.png Base assets of Black Clover season 2 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ytlb99wd/One_Piece_Wanted_Poster.jpg A family takes a photo cosplaying with the One Piece Wanted poster frame https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/cn46449l/Akshat_Sahu.jpg Akshat Sahu, VP APAC & MENA at Crunchyrol https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/59jgorcv/Demon_Slayer_Kimetsu_no_Yaiba_Infinity_Castle_I_.png Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie poster https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/d961ijio/WhatsApp_Image_2026_09_16_at_3_57_21_PM.jpeg Kode Abdo, known online as Boss Logic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/rsnj33z8/Sym-sp.jpeg Venom concept art by Boss Logic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/id6bc22e/dr-doom-maskxx.jpg Iron Man and Doctor Doom mask concept art by Boss Logic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/q7sa6ken/IMG_1866_JPG.jpeg Solarblader by Mo Abedin https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/g87k0oqb/IMG1862.JPG.jpeg Sandstorm booth at MEFCC https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/nya8f52l/IMG1877.JPG.jpeg Titles by Sandstorm comics https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/g1lkzojb/IMG1879.JPG.jpeg Sandstorm display at MEFCC Gulf News en 2026-09-17T05:20:00.000+04:00 How anime and manga culture in the UAE is shifting from import to origin Entertainment, Lifestyle, UAE, anime https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/hague-court-convicts-kosovos-former-president-thaci-of-war-crimes-and-sentences-him-to-25-years-1.500676258 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/m4nmo1dj/preview.jpg FILE - Hashim Thaci, head of the Kosovo Albanian negotiation team and head of the Kosovo Liberation Army political directorate, center, addresses a press conference in a secret location in central Kosovo, Saturday, March 13, 1999. (AP Photo/Visar Kryeziu, File) Gulf News en 2026-09-17T05:05:39.592+04:00 A Hague court convicts Kosovo’s former President Thaci of war crimes and sentences him to 25 years Thaci Kosovo Serbia War Crimes https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypts-sisi-rejects-palestinian-displacement-in-abbas-meeting-1.500676776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/qmghg4lq/newsml_afp_com_20260916T120329Z_doc_c8gk6nr.jpeg This handout photograph provided by the Palestinian Authority's press office (PPO) on September 16, 2026, shows Egypt's President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi (R) receiving Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas during a meeting in Cairo. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T04:56:34.259+04:00 Egypt's Sisi rejects Palestinian displacement in Abbas meeting Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/trump-threatens-eu-over-hostile-canada-associate-member-plan-1.500676685 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/lkk58kw4/newsml_afp_com_20260916T174007Z_doc_c8hu4zq.jpeg This handout photograph taken and released by the European Union on September 16, 2026 shows European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (L) greeting Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney during her annual keynote address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, eastern France. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T04:33:00.238+04:00 Trump threatens EU over 'hostile' Canada 'associate member' plan Europe, Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/exclusive-one-pieces-mackenyu-on-zoro-it-was-painful-in-season-one-1.500676622 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/tcevv45e/newsml_afp_com_20260227T062139Z_doc_99683th.jpeg Japanese-US actor Mackenyu attends Netflix’s "One Piece: Into the Grand Line" fan event at the United Theater On Broadway in Los Angeles on February 26, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/xxb58n1l/AAAAQbA99ZrkhhCfjhx4I7-TKOzkELrhLTAoNc2lzvxAH9pROyflUAorl0XWRjiNRDXexwEOt2Jk1VZOyM9LSikpDznt8JA4sgF9P4AMbnECj43oUVDhnjGSnqgYJEYUgLbXSFxV9hy3IJQXBKrD8Jdg5.jpg Mackenyu as Zoro https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/xoch4ftu/AAAAQQCkCfIj0H2jkF9L5XSocd7gLOgxBTIbVsvtMjWwIKTN38zbEWCaDjyW6HwZdO4b1l-85bXz7muRktN5nD4GZhSA4inWxj4OJok9fO3QFWREq0ifysSzg4he2OwiNpC8AIYyrOOPoP6kbMvkopYQxQsd3Y.jpg Three-sword style user Zoro https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/aldngtx1/one-piece-netflix-emily-rudd-inaki-godoy-mackenyu-social-featured.avif For season 3 the Straw Hats will move into the desert kingdom of Alabasta Gulf News en 2026-09-17T04:30:00.000+04:00 Exclusive: One Piece's Mackenyu on Zoro, 'It was painful in season one' Entertainment, TV, netflix, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/women-should-not-have-to-prove-how-much-they-can-endure-1.500676900 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-24/batc2dvq/STOCK-EMIRATIS-JOBS Emiratis at Ru'ya Careers UAE Redefined job fair at Dubai World Trade Centre. We celebrate women for overcoming obstacles and continuing to give under pressure. But there is also a danger in romanticising endless resilience. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/aqys867e/Mariam_Al_Hammadi__2.jpg Mariam Al Hammadi Gulf News en 2026-09-17T04:23:00.000+04:00 Women should not have to prove how much they can endure Op-Eds, Lifestyle, UAE, Emirati Women's Day https://gulfnews.com/technology/openai-launches-framework-to-report-unexpected-ai-model-behaviour-1.500677500 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-11/lj60pt1g/Stock___ChatGPT___OpenAI_18b46ba148d_original_ratio.jpg ChatGPT parent company OpenAI is reportedly planning to launch its web browser later this month, potentially kicking off a browser war. It is expected to have AI-native features, taking end-users to the next level of web, dubbed as Web 3.0. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T04:04:54.622+04:00 OpenAI launches framework to report unexpected AI model behaviour Technology https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/ferraris-first-ev-luce-targets-gcc-market-as-short-commutes-younger-drivers-boost-electric-supercar-appeal-1.500676800 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/gjr0rd1y/Ferrari-Luce Ferrari Luce https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/7fybjyc7/Ferrari-Luce Ferrari Luce https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/w6ciq4nz/STAFFBUS_260326_Ferrari_VSAKLANI_161774524051226.jpg Giorgio Turri, Managing Director, Ferrari Middle East. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/v6c9s22w/Ferrari-Luce Ferrari Luce https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/4dx66xyp/Ferrari-Luce Ferrari Luce Gulf News en 2026-09-17T04:00:00.000+04:00 Ferrari’s first EV Luce targets GCC market as short commutes, younger drivers boost electric supercar appeal Retail, Auto News https://gulfnews.com/uae/17fgc4c-uae-strongly-condemns-houthi-group25e225802599s-attempt-1.500677457 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/bi5wgtpn/z0e078d91ka03bapo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T03:46:57.720+04:00 UAE strongly condemns Houthis' attempt to target Mecca UAE, Saudi, Yemen https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/us-task-force-aiding-saudis-with-intel-planning-support-us-official-1.500675706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-05/nk08ewwr/newsml_afp_com_20251118T000000Z_PH_GTY_2247380704.jpeg File photo: US President Donald Trump with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T03:33:31.428+04:00 US task force aiding Saudis with intel, planning support: US official Saudi, Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/vance-warns-of-energy-crisis-as-iran-houthis-threaten-key-oil-routes-1.500677492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/8ebsqa20/opn_190124_Al_Houthis_p1_1548336564033_16a31076120_original_ratio.jpg Tribesmen loyal to Houthi rebels hold up their weapons as they attend a gathering to show their support for the ongoing peace talks in Sanaa, Yemen Image Credit: AP Gulf News en 2026-09-17T03:21:54.167+04:00 Vance warns of 'energy crisis' as Iran, Houthis threaten key oil routes Energy, World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-tightens-security-as-shops-shut-on-mahsa-amini-anniversary-1.500677488 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-24/9dl282ax/newsml_afp_com_20260124T135948Z_doc_93vl2wh.jpeg Protesters hold a banner reading "Come and weave resistance together" and "Women, life, freedom", the slogan is a popular political Kurdish slogan that became a rallying cry during the protests which occurred in Iran as a response to the death of Mahsa Amini, while taking part in a demonstration in solidarity with Kurds in northern Syria, in central Paris, on January 24, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-24/ywa8lt9m/newsml_afp_com_20260124T135559Z_doc_93vj7rf.jpeg A protester holds a placard reading "Women, life, freedom", the slogan is a popular political Kurdish slogan that became a rallying cry during the protests which occurred in Iran as a response to the death of Mahsa Amini, while taking part in a demonstration in solidarity with Kurds in northern Syria, at Place de la Republique, central Paris, on January 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T03:19:10.750+04:00 Iran tightens security as shops shut on Mahsa Amini anniversary Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-demands-1-us-interest-rate-after-fed-delivers-first-hike-in-three-years-1.500677476 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/pazqb3k1/newsml_afp_com_20260916T000000Z_PH_GTY_2295624441.jpeg Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference following Federal Open Market Committee meetings at Federal Reserve Headquarters on September 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point in the first increase since 2023. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/u7nywchy/21.jpg Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference following Federal Open Market Committee meetings at Federal Reserve Headquarters on September 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T02:36:26.152+04:00 Trump demands 1% US interest rate after Fed delivers first hike in three years Americas, economy, Your Money https://gulfnews.com/technology/rare-earths-are-becoming-the-new-oil-but-with-a-huge-difference-1.500674734 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/29/CHINA-RARE-EARTHS--Read-Only-_16b040bf57c_large.jpg The export of rare-earth technologies has become the new object of big-power relations. In the US, bringing a new mine online, including development and planning, can take an average of 29 years, making it one of the longest lead times globally. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/yz9vyohf/World-map-of-rare-earths.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-21/x7ddr75n/RARE-EARTHS-clockwise-top-Scandium-Lanthanum-Yttium.jpg Rare earths have magnetic, luminescent, and electrical properties due to their electron configurations. Despite their name, rare earths are relatively abundant in the Earth’s crust— cerium, for example, is more plentiful than copper — but they rarely occur in concentrated deposits. Gulf News en 2026-09-17T02:32:00.000+04:00 Rare earths are becoming the 'new oil' — but with a huge difference Technology, World https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/how-sunil-gavaskar-discovered-sister-kavitas-love-story-with-vishwanath-1.500677439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/raqig385/Gav-VIsh.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-17T00:42:38.841+04:00 How Sunil Gavaskar discovered sister Kavita’s love story with Vishwanath Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/watch-max-verstappen-beats-100-kart-racers-in-just-14-of-30-laps-1.500677412 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-28/5btqdgtf/newsml_afp_com_20250228T080319Z_doc_36yt46u.jpeg Red Bull Racing's Dutch driver Max Verstappen removes his earpiece after a lap on the third day of the Formula One pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir on February 28, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T23:50:44.318+04:00 Watch: Max Verstappen beats 100 kart racers in just 14 of 30 laps Motorsport, Formula-One, Formula1 https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-interest-rates-rise-to-39-what-it-means-for-mortgages-loans-and-savings-1.500677352 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/p43qll2h/newsml_afp_com_20260623T171845Z_doc_b82w9um.jpeg People cross a street while returning home from work, in Dubai on June 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/g1kwchip/newsml_afp_com_20260916T184121Z_doc_c8hy2e8.jpeg US Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference at the William McChesney Martin Jr. Federal Reserve Board Building in Washington, DC, on September 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T22:52:15.283+04:00 UAE interest rates rise to 3.9%. What it means for mortgages, loans and savings Banking, YourMoney-Saving-Investment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abdullah-bin-zayed-receives-us-presidents-senior-advisor-for-arab-and-african-affairs-1.500677323 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ehe5i9ou/zfb077os1ka1qe5pn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T22:38:21.152+04:00 Sheikh Abdullah meets senior US adviser in Abu Dhabi Government https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-central-bank-raises-base-rate-to-39-after-us-fed-rate-hike-1.500677315 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/u7zrpoun/UAE_oney_dirham20_16ef4d4ca21_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T22:16:32.553+04:00 UAE Central Bank raises base rate to 3.9% after US Fed rate hike Banking, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/horse-airlifted-to-safety-after-being-trapped-in-spanish-marsh-1.500677286 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/uadl2zck/Horse-rescue.png A horse trapped in Spanish marsh was airlifted to safety by helicopter as emergency teams used a specialised harness in a carefully coordinated rescue. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T22:12:45.631+04:00 Horse airlifted to safety after being trapped in Spanish marsh Europe, spain https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/fed-raises-rates-by-25-basis-points-signals-one-more-hike-this-year-1.500677303 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-13/5h3afre0/newsml_afp_com_20260913T150307Z_doc_c87h4cq.jpeg Chair of the Federal Reserve Kevin Warsh https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-13/3vpsqz8g/newsml_afp_com_20260913T150809Z_doc_c87j2nq.jpeg US President Donald Trump is joined by the new Chair of the Federal Reserve Kevin Warsh (L) as they walk to the East Room of the White House during a swearing in ceremony for Warsh, in Washington, DC on May 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T22:09:17.246+04:00 Fed raises rates by 25 basis points, signals one more hike this year Banking https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-results-are-out-did-you-match-the-numbers-1.500677057 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/0avw5a8y/Screenshot-2026-09-16-at-9.34.14-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260916 Gulf News en 2026-09-16T21:53:14.200+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Results are out - did you match the numbers? UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-fines-10-firms-for-providing-unlicensed-recruitment-services-1.500677082 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ya2xgusk/Saudi-Labour-Ministry.webp Providing recruitment or labour services without a licence carries a fine of SR200,000 for a first offence, rising to SR220,000 for a second violation and SR250,000 for a third. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T21:01:14.600+04:00 Saudi Arabia fines 10 firms for providing unlicensed recruitment services Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-court-jails-three-kuwaitis-lebanese-for-10-years-over-lebanons-hezbollah-links-1.500677101 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/o6ihj0hi/Court-ruling.webp Three Kuwaitis and a Lebanese have been sentenced to 10 years in prison after convicting them of joining and financing Lebanon's Hezbollah. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T20:59:42.353+04:00 Kuwait court jails three Kuwaitis, Lebanese for 10 years over Lebanon's Hezbollah links Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/us-secretly-met-houthis-us-israeli-ships-spared-saudi-vessels-excluded-1.500677194 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-12/rrksrnsa/newsml_afp_com_20260912T155851Z_doc_c84h2ke.jpeg Houthi caretaker prime minister Mohammed Ahmed Miftah attends a press conference in Sanaa on September 12. The group has held previously undisclosed talks with US officials in Oman. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T20:53:46.532+04:00 US secretly met Houthis; group pledges not to attack US, Israeli ships Saudi, Yemen, Mena, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Yemen, oil, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/sheikh-hamdan-meets-first-graduates-of-dh11-billion-scholarship-hails-emirati-future-leaders-1.500677207 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-07/le8kgp1m/Sheikh-Hamdan.jpg Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T20:53:36.029+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan meets first graduates of Dh1.1 billion scholarship, hails Emirati future leaders Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/watch-snake-falls-on-man-carrying-child-at-maharashtra-waterfall-1.500677158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ye72hok1/snake.gif A large snake falls from above as a family enjoys an outing at Amboli Waterfall in Maharashtra, before slithering away across the rocks. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T20:08:15.378+04:00 Watch: Snake falls on man carrying child at Maharashtra waterfall India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/man-allegedly-attacks-grandmother-after-she-refuses-iphone-and-rs300000-demand-1.500677052 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-02/477mi4g9/newsml_afp_com_20251102T160705Z_doc_82rp2t3.jpeg Police investigate viral videos allegedly showing grandmother and aunt being assaulted. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T20:06:48.590+04:00 Man allegedly attacks grandmother after she refuses iPhone and Rs300,000 demand India, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-set-to-return-to-action-1.500677149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/8kwxtcov/Virat_Kohli_Rohit_Sharma_18bce661432_original_ratio.jpg Virat Kohli (R) and Rohit Sharma. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T20:01:38.155+04:00 Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma set to return to action Cricket, cricket, BCCI https://gulfnews.com/business/tiktok-co-founder-zhang-yiming-overtakes-gautam-adani-as-asias-richest-1.500677142 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/42ofx2c6/combo-rich.jpg Gautam Adani and Zhang Yiming, whose fortunes have placed them among Asia’s wealthiest billionaires. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T19:59:17.560+04:00 TikTok co-founder Zhang Yiming overtakes Gautam Adani as Asia’s richest Business, Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/this-19th-century-quran-is-just-26mm-tall-and-is-on-sale-in-abu-dhabi-1.500677126 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/at1h8ja6/qr6077c61ka1dh5po.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T19:50:53.015+04:00 This 19th-century Quran is just 26mm tall — and is on sale in Abu Dhabi UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-sharjah-traffic-today-heavy-congestion-hits-e11-and-e311-1.500677083 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/4t5hd1u7/traffic-dubai-sharjah.png Gulf News en 2026-09-16T19:09:45.500+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic today: Heavy congestion hits E11 and E311 UAE, Transport, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-roads-record-zero-deaths-on-first-day-of-new-school-year-1.500677066 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/p8lgk40a/An_school_bus_on_Ittihad_road_in_Sharjah_heading_towards_Dubai_during_the_morning_rush_hours__on_the.jpg A Day Without Accidents initiative, launched by the Ministry of Interior through the Federal Traffic Council, encourages motorists to commit to safer driving and follow traffic regulations Gulf News en 2026-09-16T18:55:09.062+04:00 UAE roads record zero deaths on first day of new school year UAE, Education, Transport https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/sudan-gold-mine-collapse-kills-at-least-70-1.500677059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/rig3b5zx/sudangold.webp Sudanese pan for gold. With much of the country out of work, many young Sudanese have joined a dangerous gold rush, mostly in unregulated mines such as Al Zaraa in West Kordofan. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T18:52:51.691+04:00 Sudan gold mine collapse kills 82, injures 50; more feared trapped Africa, Sudan https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/us-iran-conflict-5-things-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-september-16-2026-1.500677042 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 Gulf News en 2026-09-16T18:47:06.519+04:00 US-Iran conflict: 5 things UAE residents need to know this evening (September 16, 2026) Gulf, Mena, UAE, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/gcc-tourism-sector-urges-confidence-as-destinations-prepare-for-stronger-recovery-1.500677025 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/lsirqrxu/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-15.27.11.jpeg Round table on selling the GCC with confidence during the third day of ATM 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/rwhskeyy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-15.27.14.jpeg John Bevan, CEO of dnata Travel Group https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/dmdr6o2x/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-15.27.14-2.jpeg Brent Anderson, chief commercial officer of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/qzyuyi98/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-15.27.11-2.jpeg Philip Dickinson, group vice-president of sales at JA Resorts & Hotels Gulf News en 2026-09-16T18:32:32.970+04:00 GCC tourism sector urges confidence as destinations prepare for stronger recovery Tourism, UAE, UAE, Arabian Travel Market (ATM), travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-launches-saraab-open-source-ai-designed-to-detect-deepfake-videos-1.500676722 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/oemw7tg6/b5u077by1ka1573po.jpeg SARAAB is designed to tackle increasingly sophisticated AI-generated video threats. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T18:19:35.225+04:00 Dubai launches SARAAB, open-source AI designed to detect deepfake videos Government https://gulfnews.com/technology/microsoft-on-track-to-train-1-million-learners-in-ai-by-2027-1.500676988 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-17/2j6wptun/MSFT-GISEC.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-06/co1kejwn/SU250506GISEC-Overview-LEAD-GISEC-Global-2025.jpg Visitors throng the halls at a past edition of GISEC Gulf News en 2026-09-16T18:11:24.668+04:00 Microsoft on track to train 1 million learners in AI by 2027 Technology, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/us-in-constant-contact-with-uae-saudi-on-red-sea-massad-boulos-1.500676843 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/9uth0zh6/newsml_afp_com_20260916T124953Z_doc_c8gj3u3.jpeg Attendees arrive at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai on September 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T18:00:46.102+04:00 US in constant contact with UAE, Saudi on Red Sea: Massad Boulos Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/video-what-happens-when-drivers-pedestrians-dont-follow-road-rules-abu-dhabi-police-issue-warning-1.500676982 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/rvuvjmoy/Car-rams-into-man Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:54:14.018+04:00 Video: What happens when drivers, pedestrians don't follow road rules? Abu Dhabi police issue warning Abu Dhabi, Crime, Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-student-in-dubai-7-dies-of-ultra-rare-brain-disorder-during-kerala-vacation-1.500676966 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/cmoyf2la/44151-1.jpg.jpeg Ameya Ajith Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:46:59.845+04:00 Indian expat student in Dubai, 7, dies of ultra-rare brain disorder during Kerala vacation UAE, people, Health, India, Dubai, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-house-votes-for-a-third-time-to-end-iran-war-1.500676983 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/xnhg1tjb/newsml_afp_com_20260515T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275812300.jpeg Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) walks to his office on Capitol Hill on May 15, 2026 in Washington, DC. Johnson took questions from reporters and discussed housing legislation, the ongoing war with Iran, and House ethics following votes. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:45:38.022+04:00 US House votes for a third time to end Iran war Americas, Donald Trump, America, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/12-years-at-oracle-working-through-holi-diwali-and-hospital-days-wifes-post-draws-attention-after-job-loss-1.500676955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/x47lyxzx/Stock___Oracle_18030fd294e_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:42:34.373+04:00 12 years at Oracle, working through Holi, Diwali and hospital days: Wife’s post draws attention after job loss Business, India https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/video-woman-clings-to-moving-car-bonnet-after-confrontation-1.500676953 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/8vk0o3jt/HSVLvOSaQAAZDAX.png Footage shows the woman clinging to the front of a white car as it continues moving. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:39:34.922+04:00 Video: Woman clings to moving car bonnet after confrontation India, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/101-medals-at-10-a-century-of-swimming-glory-1.500676968 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ywwfzlhg/155155.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/3o7f2v74/155159.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:37:46.375+04:00 101 medals at 10: A century of swimming glory! Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/gcc-to-host-six-dp-world-tour-events-in-2027-1.500676969 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/7yxoc8wx/RM.jpg The 38th edition of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic will be the first event in the city. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:36:49.961+04:00 GCC to host six DP World Tour events in 2027 Sport, UAE, Dubai, UAE, Dubai, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/dubai-comedy-festival-adds-nine-multilingual-shows-to-star-studded-october-line-up-1.500676937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/l34qiem3/Bash-and-Imad https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/iv15m02e/HADEEL_MAHA.JPG Hadeel Marei and Maha Jaafar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/dyxkedg3/IMAD_KEHDY.jpg Imad Kehdy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/zhwgtnss/enissa_prl_img.jpeg Enissa Amani https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/awh0zo6b/MARIOBASSIL_FRIENDS.JPG Mario Bassil, Chadi Maroun & Aline Ahmar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/fy52ozlo/DANIEL_FERNANDES.jpg Daniel Fernandez https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/tcavpp5b/pepperoni_stage__1_.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/7c2g374z/DARREN_MAULE_K_Q.JPG Darren Maule https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/xqyvypm5/NINO_ARIAL.jpeg Nino Arial https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/n2c95m3h/John_Achkar__1_.png John Achkar Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:35:28.250+04:00 Dubai Comedy Festival adds nine multilingual shows to star-studded October line-up Entertainment, Lifestyle, Things To Do https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-travel-demand-will-return-with-a-vengeance-says-flydubai-ceo-as-airline-plans-new-growth-phase-1.500676956 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/v9mrk2dy/ghaith.jpeg ‘Demand will return with a vengeance’, says flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith as the airline bets on bigger fleet and cargo. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-28/5vq1xf5t/flydubai Travellers with upcoming flights are strongly advised to regularly check their email and flight status for the latest updates. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:35:17.994+04:00 UAE travel demand will “return with a vengeance,” says flydubai CEO as airline plans new growth phase Aviation, Travel, FlyDubai, Dubai Airport, travel https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/gaza-apartment-block-collapse-leaves-20-dead-many-missing-2-1.500676959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/bxndy01u/collpase_1789565226837.jpg Rescuers excavate rubble to retrieve bodies from a collapsed building in the Tal Al Hawa area of Gaza City on September 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:34:17.227+04:00 Gaza apartment block collapse leaves 20 dead, many missing Mena, Israel, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/jude-bellingham-shares-dubai-memories-with-burj-khalifa-snap-1.500676950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/7dbe6oa5/SaveInta.com800129924186270098980625175549406748940991455n.jpg The English star clearly misses Dubai! https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/dzyfvv8n/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286684757.jpeg Jude Bellingham applauds the fans after receiving the third place medal after the 6-4 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Final between France and England Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:28:52.534+04:00 Jude Bellingham shares Dubai memories with Burj Khalifa snap Dubai, Lifestyle, Sport, Football, Dubai, FIFA World Cup, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anubhav-singh-bassi-and-aries-spears-join-abu-dhabi-comedy-season-lineup-1.500676889 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/lumegic1/Screenshot-2026-09-16-at-4.42.40-PM.png Abu Dhabi Comedy Season has added two more names to its growing 2026 lineup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/y4ypsu8o/Anubhav.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/6pr0d7c9/89Original.jpg.png Gulf News en 2026-09-16T17:00:00.000+04:00 Anubhav Singh Bassi and Aries Spears join Abu Dhabi Comedy Season lineup Entertainment, Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-kareena-kapoor-to-headline-iifa-weekend-awards-2027-in-abu-dhabi-1.500676904 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/s46xogfs/opn_edits_17db81ef40d_original_ratio.jpg Salman Khan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ci8i2ar9/Miral-Group-DCT-Abu-Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ovdparti/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-7.36.04-PM-1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/amf1rmcc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-7.36.04-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:59:21.494+04:00 IIFA 2027 in Abu Dhabi: Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Karan Johar, Janhvi Kapoor, to headline star-studded awards night Entertainment, Abu Dhabi, Things To Do https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/he-spent-8-hours-robbing-jewellery-shop-police-say-he-was-a-former-employee-1.500676893 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/09/21/jail-hand-cuffs-generic_16d54059161_large.jpg Investigators scanned more than 100 CCTV cameras before identifying the suspect. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:51:16.647+04:00 He spent 8 hours robbing jewellery shop — police say he was a former employee India, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anant-nag-kannada-cinemas-enduring-star-conferred-dadasaheb-phalke-award-1.500676892 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/kyjdv219/anant-nag.webp Born Anant Nagarkatte on September 4, 1948, the actor built his reputation primarily in Kannada cinema, where he appeared in over 250 films, a body of work that forms the backbone of a filmography exceeding 300 titles across Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Malayalam and English productions. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:49:58.160+04:00 Anant Nag, Kannada cinema's enduring star, conferred Dadasaheb Phalke Award Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-expands-reach-with-air-india-uzbekistan-airways-tie-ups-1.500676858 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/8e415uk2/fz-AI-HYbanner.jpg flydubai expands reach with Air India, Uzbekistan Airways tie-ups Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:44:39.951+04:00 flydubai expands reach with Air India, Uzbekistan Airways tie-ups Aviation, Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/former-premier-league-footballer-becomes-pakistan-assistant-manager-1.500676870 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/dm2rfgam/TB.avif Bramble had stints at Newcastle, Sunderland and Wigan in the Premier League https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/acjbgpgp/SaveInta_com_811711025_18125397829880881_4941316519080222653_n.jpg Bramble made over 200 appearances in the Premier League Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:39:28.552+04:00 Former Premier League footballer becomes Pakistan assistant manager Sport, Football, football, Pakistan, premier league https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/abu-dhabi-doctors-freeze-five-embryos-for-cancer-patient-without-delaying-chemotherapy-1.500676872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/06/01/Egg-freeze-India-_18877a15f4d_large.jpg Photo for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/inhnn8zq/900f5a1e_a653_4ede_ad37_17404fd077af.jpeg Dr Arianna D’Angelo, Consultant Physician at SEHA’s Corniche Fertility Centre Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:35:38.609+04:00 Abu Dhabi doctors freeze five embryos for cancer patient without delaying chemotherapy Abu Dhabi, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/property/ellington-properties-adcb-pioneer-new-off-plan-and-ready-pre-approved-home-buying-solutions-1.500670034 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-10/d2ouikat/Ellington-x-ADCB-Signing-2.jpg From left: Elie Naaman, Co-founder and CEO of Ellington Properties and Joseph Thomas, Co-founder of Ellington Properties, with Hamad Budebes, Senior Division Head - Government Clients, ADCB, and Rashid Alshuhail, Senior Relationship Manager - Corporate Banking, Real Estate & Contracting Division, ADCB, during the partnership signing ceremony Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:29:54.480+04:00 Ellington Properties, ADCB pioneer new off-plan and ready pre-approved home buying solutions Property, Native https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/abu-dhabi-congress-to-explore-how-ai-investment-can-shape-future-of-arabic-1.500676854 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/cowm7z7q/Abu-Dhabi-Congress https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/us29evsk/e7e61039_8458_47a2_bfe5_3fb24a11a11d.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/x4ten9df/de886352_f79a_4942_af8c_ce43e9080159.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:27:43.557+04:00 Abu Dhabi Congress to explore how AI, investment can shape future of Arabic Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/technology/how-huawei-watch-gt-7-pro-advances-coronary-heart-disease-diabetes-risk-awareness-1.500676844 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/217hy3oo/Huawei-WatchGT7.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/cd2bxmzw/WatchGT7-Activity-4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:19:37.896+04:00 How Huawei Watch GT 7 Pro advances coronary heart disease, diabetes risk awareness Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/dubai-approves-80km-fourth-corridor-to-cut-travel-time-1.500676851 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/yo9yrzxm/fourth-corridor-image.jpg The Fourth Corridor linking Abu Dhabi to Sharjah through Dubai, will 12 lanes in both directions. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/5ah4uj3e/infographic.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/d76lr4sb/fourth-corridor.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/bamxabpk/Fouth-image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:16:26.647+04:00 Dubai approves 80km Fourth Corridor to cut travel time Dubai, Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/womens-premier-league-to-be-held-from-january-14-to-february-7-1.500676848 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-16/3jc56cva/DSC_8999.JPG Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:13:17.860+04:00 Women’s Premier League to be held from January 14 to February 7 IPL, cricket, india https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-partners-with-khda-to-offer-student-travel-benefits-and-promote-dubai-as-a-leading-international-study-destination-1.500676829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/nwjd5rf7/EK-KHDA-sign The Emirates-KHDA partnership supports the goals of Dubai’s Education 33 (E33) strategy - to increase the proportion of international students enrolled in Dubai’s higher education institutions to 50 per cent by 2033 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/zz2o10w4/EK-ICEF Emirates and ICEF will collaborate to develop dedicated travel propositions for ICEF-accredited agencies and their student customers travelling across the airline's network Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:12:13.409+04:00 Emirates partners with KHDA to offer student travel benefits and promote Dubai as a leading international study destination Aviation, Dubai, Education, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/her-husband-went-to-jail-for-her-murder-12-years-later-shes-found-alive-1.500676842 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/12/Stock-crime-police-jailed_17c752e1503_large.jpg Shakuntala Devi had been living under another name in a neighbouring Indian state. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:11:43.158+04:00 Her husband went to jail for her 'murder' — 12 years later, she's found alive India, Offbeat https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/eu-proposes-canada-as-first-associate-member-1.500676821 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/uw309yy7/FranceEUCanada42767-5b5ac-Read-Only.jpg Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrive for the annual State of the European Union at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, eastern France, Wednesday, Sept 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:05:46.195+04:00 EU proposes Canada as first associate member Europe, Americas, Canada https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/uae-launches-visit-uae-brand-to-unite-seven-emirates-under-one-tourism-identity-1.500676742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/5q86hs3t/Arabian-Travel-Market-2026 Ministry of Economy and Tourism launches ‘Visit UAE’ identity & ‘UAE Grand Tour’ platform at Arabian Travel Market 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/0aimgytr/Arabian-Travel-Market-2026 Arabian Travel Market 2026 Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:03:34.000+04:00 UAE launches ‘Visit UAE’ brand to unite seven emirates under one tourism identity Tourism, Dubai, UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/how-to-build-a-20-minute-home-workout-with-minimal-kit-1.500676498 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/j2euqod6/homeworkout20-1.png A well-planned 20 minute workout can combine strength, mobility and cardio without requiring a room full of equipment. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T16:00:48.994+04:00 How to build a 20-minute home workout with minimal kit BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/afc-champions-league-uae-cricket-asian-games-uae-sports-fix-1.500676760 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/q3t31vws/COMBO-ROB-1.jpg Here's the latest in UAE Sport! https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/p1vzm521/SaveInta_com_802699202_18625903627028789_1323138499621125483_n.jpg Dubai club Shabab Al Ahli also won their opening AFC Champions League Elite match Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:58:29.090+04:00 AFC Champions League, UAE Cricket, Asian games: UAE sports fix Sport, UAE, Cricket, Football, UAE, cricket, football https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/sharjah-tourism-set-for-faster-growth-as-new-destinations-and-infrastructure-expand-1.500676806 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/jxuqvyz6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-15.27.58.jpeg Sharjah pavilion at the 33rd edition of the Arabian Travel Market held in Dubai World Trade Centre https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/xl8ws0jq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-16-at-15.27.14.jpeg Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, chairman of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:54:07.778+04:00 Sharjah tourism set for faster growth as new destinations and infrastructure expand Tourism, Sharjah, UAE, UAE, Sharjah, Arabian Travel Market (ATM), travel https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/watch-sidharth-malhotra-take-on-a-forest-full-of-dark-forces-in-the-new-vvaan-trailer-1.500676807 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/4qqranjf/thevvaan178766567672317876656769621e2e700d-40da-4c4d-a55d-1f53852c6a9f.png.avif Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:50:12.690+04:00 Watch Sidharth Malhotra take on a forest full of dark forces in the new Vvaan trailer Entertainment, BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bigg-boss-malayalam-8-eldho-george-gave-up-his-leadership-to-bring-gayathri-suresh-1.500676777 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/2irl5dx7/MV5BOGUwMzRmM2YtMTRhMC00MTQzLTg3NDAtMzQxOGFkOGZmMGZlXkEyXkFqcGc.V1.jpg Gayathri Suresh, evicted from Mohanlal's show on just the second day, made her way back into the house. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:43:46.503+04:00 Bigg Boss Malayalam 8: Eldho George gave up his leadership to bring Gayathri Suresh Entertainment, TV https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/one-piece-season-3-cast-reveal-what-it-took-to-build-alabasta160000-pounds-of-sand-and-more-1.500676747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/wizq8qdy/Screenshot-2026-09-16-at-3.30.26-PM.png At MEFCC 2026 in Abu Dhabi, the cast of Netflix's One Piece pulled back the curtain on Season 3 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/palget6g/Luffy-and-Vivi-riding-on-a-dinosaur-in-One-Piece-season-2.webp Charithra Chandran in the role of Miss Wednesday https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/stpb5zjy/one-piece-mackenyu-zoro.avif Mackenyu as Zoro Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:38:49.724+04:00 One Piece Season 3: Cast reveal what it took to build Alabasta—160,000 pounds of sand and more Entertainment, TV, netflix https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/lenin-marx-and-ho-chi-minh-could-disappear-from-kolkata-street-signs-1.500676781 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/6bffx16o/loenin.gif A statue of Vladimir Lenin in Kolkata, which has also been proposed for removal as the city reviews Communist-era street names. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:38:13.785+04:00 Lenin, Marx and Ho Chi Minh could disappear from Kolkata street signs India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/indian-athletes-name-reportedly-missing-from-2026-asian-games-accomodation-list-1.500676767 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-15/alsqx3s3/newsml_afp_com_20260915T092053Z_doc_c8cb2cq.jpeg The Costa Serena cruise ship docks at the Port of Nagoya ahead of the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Aichi prefecture on September 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:36:22.787+04:00 Indian athlete's name reportedly missing from 2026 Asian Games accomodation list Asian Games, Indian athletes, wushu team, Nagoya Games, accommodation issues, registration problems, Costa Serena, IOA officials, container housing, athlete logistics, table tennis, cruise ship, athletics team, venue flooding, Nagoya accommodation https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-municipality-launches-guide-to-make-existing-buildings-greener-more-efficient-cost-effective-1.500676755 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/n614mf8n/image00001.png The guide will help advance the sustainability and efficiency of the built environment by using practical measures to improve environmental and operational performances. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:26:58.769+04:00 Dubai Municipality launches guide to make existing buildings greener, more efficient, cost-effective UAE, Environment, Government, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Municipality https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/limad-wraps-up-tender-offer-ups-ad-ports-stake-to-985-1.500676744 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/07/07/Stock-AD-Ports-Group-3_181d911f809_large.jpg AD Ports Group Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:23:10.051+04:00 L’IMAD wraps up tender offer, ups AD Ports stake to 98.5% Markets, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah/sharjah-police-dont-ignore-school-bus-stop-signs-kids-at-risk-1.500676768 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/pf8sxy7u/NAT_RAIN_SCHOOL_23_16a08525183_large.jpg Students walk out of the school bus during the afternoon hours in Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:20:40.783+04:00 Sharjah Police: Don't ignore school bus stop signs, kids at risk Sharjah, Education, Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/meet-41-year-old-sana-arif-who-learnt-to-swim-only-in-2021-and-now-represents-pakistan-at-the-asian-games-1.500676724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/m4366i39/Sana-Arif Sana Arif's inspiring story https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/m4366i39/Sana-Arif Sana Arif's inspiring story Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:17:01.326+04:00 Meet 41-year-old Sana Arif, who learnt to swim only in 2021 and now represents Pakistan at the Asian Games Sport, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/jyotika-shares-inside-pictures-from-her-and-suriyas-20th-anniversary-vow-renewal-1.500676762 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/aymrczjx/SnapInsta.to797058632181043138606302173690439678102998182n.jpg The couple marked 20 years of marriage with a Christian ceremony and a heartfelt thank you Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:15:01.429+04:00 Jyotika shares inside pictures from her and Suriya's 20th anniversary vow renewal Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-judicial-department-offers-family-psychological-and-legal-support-at-international-book-fair-1.500676718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ips70kac/7fd58129-f1ad-4cc4-9b27-82dae29db662.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:14:57.202+04:00 Abu Dhabi Judicial Department offers family, psychological and legal support at International Book Fair UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/technology/dont-panic-how-gulf-energy-sector-is-training-for-cyber-crisis-1.500676699 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/pzet3dkm/IMG6194.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:07:21.831+04:00 Don’t panic: How Gulf energy sector is training for cyber crisis Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/pm-modis-schoolmate-asgar-ali-gets-relief-in-long-running-land-dispute-1.500676735 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/7b084oxg/PIC-113.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/fcsdzl40/HSIERuWacAAbUAw.jpg Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his school friend, Asgar Ali Vohra and his wife. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T15:04:49.428+04:00 PM Modi’s schoolmate Asgar Ali gets relief in long-running land dispute India, viral https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/ankers-next-chapter-one-brand-ai-led-innovation-bigger-gcc-ambition-1.500676713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/gt96h4zx/Jeffrey-Liu.jpg Jeffrey Liu, Regional General Manager for Anker Innovations Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:55:17.479+04:00 Anker’s Next Chapter: One brand, AI-led innovation, bigger GCC ambition Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/technology/uaes-first-line-of-cyber-defence-is-the-community-says-al-kuwaiti-1.500676693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/15/Dr.-Mohamed-Al-Kuwaiti-1678883589694_186e5428e43_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:42:58.199+04:00 UAE's first line of cyber defence is 'the community,' says Al Kuwaiti Technology, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-seizes-151-ancient-artefacts-arrests-suspected-antiquities-dealer-1.500676446 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/aoape0fs/Egypt.webp Egyptian police seized 151 ancient artefacts and arrest a suspected antiquities dealer in Minya as authorities intensify crackdown on illegal excavations and trafficking. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:40:55.739+04:00 Egypt seizes 151 ancient artefacts, arrests suspected antiquities dealer Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/sharjah-summer-promotions-2026-generates-more-than-dh850-million-in-economic-returns-1.500676672 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/71ah5avi/Sharjah-Summer-Promotons.jpg A luxury car was awarded as the grand prize at the campaign’s closing ceremony and final draw at Sahara Centre. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:37:20.888+04:00 Sharjah Summer Promotions 2026 generates more than Dh850 million in economic returns Retail, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-deepika-padukone-and-amitabh-bachchans-the-intern-remake-never-took-off-where-it-stands-now-1.500676676 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/s381fpkb/deepika.webp Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan had earlier starred in piku. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:37:00.776+04:00 Why Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan’s The Intern remake never took off: Where it stands now Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/virat-kohli-or-joe-root-after-leading-68-test-matches-whos-the-better-captain-1.500676678 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/8dneveb5/JOE_ROOT_VIRAT_KOHLI_1738729781443.jpg Joe Root of England and Virat Kohli of India have a point to prove in the One-Day Internationals, which begin in Nagpur on Thursday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/01/16/Joe-Root-smashed-a-double-century-against-Sri-Lanka_1770a3d17fe_large.jpg Joe Root smashed a double-century against Sri Lanka https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-12/qytc79ta/newsml_afp_com_20250512T065741Z_doc_46b94t3.jpeg India's captain Virat Kohli (3L) celebrates with India's Ishant Sharma (L) and teammates after the successful appeal for the wicket of England's Jonny Bairstow on the fifth and final day of the second cricket Test match between England and India at Lord's cricket ground in London on August 16, 2021. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:32:12.125+04:00 Virat Kohli or Joe Root: After leading 68 Test matches, who’s the better captain? Virat Kohli, Joe Root, Test captaincy, Kohli vs Root, Test records, India captain, England captain, Test wins, win percentage, ICC rankings, World Test, Test series, Australia tour, batting average, Test retirement https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/uae-high-speed-rail-dubai-abu-dhabi-30-minutes-1.500676637 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/xskjcgns/newsml_afp_com_20260630T074612Z_doc_b8qp6xb.jpeg A photograph shows an Etihad Rail train, the UAE's first passenger train, on its inaugural journey at Mohamed bin Zayed City station in Abu Dhabi on June 30, 2026. (Picture used for illustrative purposes). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-14/q669330l/Dubai-Rail-Network-Plan-2032.jpg Dubai Rail Network Plan 2032 Map by RTA shows the high-speed rail network in brown colour and the second interchange with Etihad Rail passenger Station in Meydan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-14/oui0hs7b/High_speed_rail.jpg Etihad Rail's map for the high-speed rail network shows two stations in Dubai and 4 stations in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-23/sgkvhd28/WAM_KHALED_AND_HAMDAN44259988843.jpg In January, 2025, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, witnessed the announcement of a new high-speed train project linking Abu Dhabi and Dubai, in an official ceremony organised by Etihad Rail at Al Faya Depot. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:26:21.833+04:00 Dubai-Abu Dhabi in 30 minutes: How the UAE’s high-speed rail will transform travel Living-Transport, Transport, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/mla-s-niece-accused-of-drawing-rs75-000-salary-while-doing-md-father-removes-her-from-post-1.500676673 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/8hctgb6d/doctor1.webp Dr Ankita R Yaragal, niece of Bagalkot MLA Umesh Meti Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:19:49.534+04:00 MLA’s niece accused of drawing Rs75,000 salary while doing MD; father removes her from post India, india https://gulfnews.com/business/property/gulf-news-and-aurex-privy-launch-sheowns-a-new-property-platform-putting-women-at-the-centre-of-ownership-decisions-1.500676671 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/k2bra8o5/SheOwnsHero1440x628.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:19:27.962+04:00 Gulf News and Aurex Privy launch SheOwns, a new property platform putting women at the centre of ownership decisions Property https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah/new-sharjah-centre-to-test-ai-vertical-farming-for-uae-food-security-1.500676650 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/z317ay8v/srt-shrj.jpg Hussain Al Mahmoudi, Chief Executive Officer of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK), and Layth Dwairi, CEO & Co-Founder of Tathmeer Agri Tech. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/mxlekq3p/shj-launch.jpg Hussain Al Mahmoudi and Layth Dwairi during the ceremony in Sharjah Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:18:12.753+04:00 New Sharjah centre to test AI, vertical farming for UAE food security Sharjah, Food https://gulfnews.com/sport/abu-dhabi-qatar-saudi-arabia-2027-formula-one-calendar-announced-1.500676639 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/i5nm8opd/Yas_Marina_Circuit_1806ad840ad_large.jpg The 2027 Formula 1 race calendar is here! Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:15:01.873+04:00 Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Saudi Arabia: 2027 Formula One calendar announced Sport, Motorsport, Abu Dhabi, Formula1 https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/c29cjff-uae-and-syrian-presidents-discuss-strengthening-1.500675705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/wtv2reda/dtv076h11ka1n9lpn.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/fua96y7l/lby076gu1ka1n9lpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:07:48.654+04:00 UAE and Syrian Presidents discuss strengthening bilateral ties Government, Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/amanda-seyfried-and-thomas-sadoski-split-after-9-years-of-marriage-weve-got-each-other-forever-1.500676643 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/dzf84m0o/ANI_20260916093552.jpg Amanda Seyfried, Thomas Sadoski (File photo/ANI) Gulf News en 2026-09-16T14:04:42.910+04:00 Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski split after 9 years of marriage: 'We've got each other forever' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/indian-athletes-get-no-breakfast-after-arriving-for-2026-asian-games-1.500676222 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/as78yjlt/202609013926493.jpeg Indian athletes undergoing ‘smart track’ training at SAI Bengaluru ahead of Asian Games 2026 at Aichi-Nagoya in Japan later in September. Photo credit: SAI Media Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:57:11.598+04:00 Indian athletes get no breakfast after arriving for 2026 Asian Games Indian athletes, Asian Games 2026, India athletics, logistical issues, no breakfast, Tsukuba camp, team accommodation, training delays, sports nutrition, Japan games, worst Asian Games, visa delays, Aichi Nagoya https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/keralas-first-tribal-woman-collector-takes-charge-in-kasaragod-1.500676606 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/8v5opefc/SEEE.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/5es8avgu/PIC-113.jpg File photo: Rahul Gandhi meets Sreedhanya Suresh at a guest house in Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad, in April 2019, after she cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:56:56.874+04:00 Kerala’s first tribal woman collector takes charge in Kasaragod India https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/from-saadiyat-to-reem-island-new-restaurants-to-check-out-in-abu-dhabi-1.500672220 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-27/d6d9q6l2/before-rain.jpeg Cloudy skies over Marina Square, Reem Island, captured by Gulf News reader Besintha Marakkarakath. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-12/k1ghbpqv/752ec87f-7e49-44ab-9e11-372b8756708a.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-12/f3jgsdt2/5a95efd8-cbe3-490e-a4f1-034f1530038c.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-12/5nhbtjve/46e6c8f1-02e5-479f-b3b6-5fee392c0cd6.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-12/vtva3i78/d6f539c4-c050-4142-8f0e-ab7ec520e82a.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-12/amj2a2jt/ac8c4d55-c54d-49e4-89a5-fe9e4a516c83.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-12/0vohdus6/7cac5dc4-cdf3-48c1-bb85-4b9df32562ea.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:53:08.729+04:00 From Saadiyat to Reem Island: New restaurants to check out in Abu Dhabi Lifestyle, Abu Dhabi, UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-ex-leader-duterte-makes-first-appearance-at-icc-1.500676560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/a7xjc3cc/19.jpg The former president sat with his chin resting on his hands as the proceedings opened. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:50:32.587+04:00 Philippines ex-leader Duterte makes first appearance at ICC Philippines, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/oil-above-100-fuel-anger-erupts-from-asia-to-europe-and-latin-america-1.500676604 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ozrf4fb2/france_1789550970158.jpg French fishermen make a fire as they block the access of the oil depot of Frontignan, near Sete, south of France, on September 16, 2026 during a a protest aimed at drawing the government’s attention to rising fuel prices and the deterioration in their working conditions. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-14/5rnlvsov/newsml_afp_com_20260914T194518Z_doc_c8b29fy.jpeg Demonstrators block a road with flaming tires while protesting hikes to fuel prices in al-Bab, northeast of Aleppo in northern Syria, on September 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/oq1elhvb/bangladesh_1789550966407.jpg Opposition alliance members gather in Dhaka, during a recent march bound for Chittagong to protest gas, electricity and fertiliser crisis. Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:46:42.441+04:00 Oil above $100: Fuel anger erupts from Asia to Europe and Latin America Asia, Europe, Americas, Syria, americas, France, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/karman-line-how-the-uae-rock-band-take-aim-for-the-global-stage-a-solid-starting-point-1.500676240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/yzc63rtz/greg.jpg Left to right: Danny Langston, Greg Brown, Petar Milošević,Frank Bassiouni and Simone Nisi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/9v36xrd4/Sandstorm20-9-2025-149.jpg The band came togethe during the pandemic. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/4c2pr407/Sandstorm20-9-2025-147.jpg Simone Nisi on guitar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/a2ly5ymi/Sandstorm20-9-2025-139.jpg Petar Milošević on bass. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/t19a52ja/Sandstorm20-9-2025-135.jpg Danny Langston on drums. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/98mgbasf/Sandstorm20-9-2025-130.jpg Greg Brown on the vocals. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/2ifruvt1/Sandstorm20-9-2025-123.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:28:29.494+04:00 Karman Line: How the UAE rock band take aim for the global stage 'A solid starting point' Lifestyle, UAE, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/patrick-j-adams-aka-mike-ross-from-suits-spotted-at-carbone-dubai-1.500676588 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/6ag2gnca/images-44.jpeg Patrick J. Adams, best known as Mike Ross from Suit Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:25:35.809+04:00 Patrick J. Adams, aka Mike Ross from Suits, spotted at Carbone Dubai Entertainment, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/the-new-cybersecurity-playbook-1.500676589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/6kbsik7f/SU260916GISECCybersecurity-Playbookshutterstock2579496449.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/ynmyasaw/SU_260916_GISEC_Cybersecurity_Playbook_MUG_Sophos_Keyur_Shah.jpg Keyur Shah, Sophos https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-16/2o07vygu/SU_260916_GISEC_Cybersecurity_Playbook_MUG_SANS_Institute_Jan_DHerdt.jpg Jan DHerdt, SANS Institute Gulf News en 2026-09-16T13:24:14.296+04:00 The new cybersecurity playbook GN Focus