https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-introduces-mandatory-pre-arrival-medical-checks-for-filipino-workers-1.500540524 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/zww61xbh/Bus_resources1_16a310788aa_original_ratio.jpg Oman has introduced a mandatory pre-arrival medical examination and visa processing system for workers arriving from the Philippines, with the new measures taking effect on Monday, May 18 Gulf News en 2026-05-14T17:19:10.929+04:00 Oman introduces mandatory pre- arrival medical checks for Filipino workers Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/can-uks-starmer-stop-labour-turning-on-him-1.500540599 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/kr6htw88/newsml_afp_com_20260514T122334Z_doc_b2ul8zq.jpeg Britain's Health Secretary Wes Streeting (L) listens as Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a speech on a plan to reduce NHS waiting times, during a visit to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC) in Epsom, south-west of London on January 6, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T17:12:00.526+04:00 Can UK's Starmer stop Labour turning on him? Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/uae-foils-cocaine-smuggling-attempt-at-zayed-international-airport-1.500540591 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/enpk5170/Zayed-Airport.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T17:09:23.335+04:00 UAE foils cocaine smuggling attempt at Zayed International Airport Crime, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/trump-and-xi-meet-for-high-stakes-talks-in-beijing-1.500539856 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/x2isi26o/newsml_afp_com_20260514T102859Z_doc_b2u976u.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (L) looks at US President Donald Trump as they attend a state banquet at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/xxtch5pp/newsml_afp_com_20260514T103722Z_doc_b2u978q.jpeg US President Donald Trump makes a speech at a state banquet with China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/x2isi26o/newsml_afp_com_20260514T102859Z_doc_b2u976u.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (L) looks at US President Donald Trump as they attend a state banquet at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/f52hqzsz/newsml_afp_com_20260514T102632Z_doc_b2ua4kb.jpeg US President Donald Trump listens to a speech by China's President Xi Jinping during a state banquet at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/bhwbyfiv/newsml_afp_com_20260514T102653Z_doc_b2ua4j9.jpeg US President Donald Trump talks with China's President Xi Jinping (L) as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (2nd-R) and China's Premier Li Qiang (R) look on during a state banquet at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/mwbehl6o/newsml_afp_com_20260514T101114Z_doc_b2u77vq.jpeg Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk reacts ahead of a state banquet for US President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/t477i76p/newsml_afp_com_20260514T100720Z_doc_b2u77vn.jpeg Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang arrives ahead of a state banquet for US President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/1dh0pr8a/newsml_afp_com_20260514T100131Z_doc_b2u77u8.jpeg US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth (R) speaks with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ahead of a state banquet for US President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/qhvviywd/newsml_afp_com_20260514T051049Z_doc_b2th8rn.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (R) and US President Donald Trump visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/e7l7dcd0/newsml_afp_com_20260514T051714Z_doc_b2th8ry.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (2nd L) and US President Donald Trump (2nd R) visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/79eco91o/newsml_afp_com_20260514T051714Z_doc_b2th8rv.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (L) and US President Donald Trump visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/p5epo9vy/newsml_afp_com_20260514T053039Z_doc_b2tl92u.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (3rd R) and US President Donald Trump (2nd R) visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/bkq4xg8p/newsml_afp_com_20260514T053809Z_doc_b2tl93b.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (R) and US President Donald Trump pose for a photo at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/3ffbl3v1/newsml_afp_com_20260514T054102Z_doc_b2tl93h.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (L) and US President Donald Trump visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/n9n4m2uf/newsml_afp_com_20260514T052403Z_doc_b2tl927.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (R) and US President Donald Trump visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/vro84p4k/newsml_afp_com_20260514T053039Z_doc_b2tl92w.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (2nd R) and US President Donald Trump (R) visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/4zrkq1lu/newsml_afp_com_20260514T054210Z_doc_b2tl93n.jpeg China's President Xi Jinping (C), US President Donald Trump (L) and Eric Trump (R) visit the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/re2ei8sv/ChinaTrump8244-1391c-Read-Only.jpg President Donald Trump meets with China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People, Thursday, May 14, 2026, in Beijing. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/wl922dpn/352567-01-02-Read-Only.jpg US President Donald Trump (L) shakes hands with China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/jzkyxst6/newsml_afp_com_20260514T024427Z_doc_b2tf3yy.jpeg US President Donald Trump (R) shakes hands with China's President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/vcw3h6bp/newsml_afp_com_20260514T022932Z_doc_b2te9wh.jpeg US President Donald Trump (R) prepares to shakes hands with China's President Xi Jinping during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/g8d40v5a/newsml_afp_com_20260514T021944Z_doc_b2te6v2.jpeg US President Donald Trump (R) and China's President Xi Jinping inspect a guard of honour during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/f7ql01xb/newsml_afp_com_20260514T022300Z_doc_b2te6vx.jpeg US President Donald Trump (R) and China's President Xi Jinping (L) greet children waving Chinese and US national flags and flowers during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/9j2gfibt/newsml_afp_com_20260514T024755Z_doc_b2tf3xw.jpeg US President Donald Trump (R) and China's President Xi Jinping (L) inspect a guard of honour during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/2pyb71vr/newsml_afp_com_20260514T023139Z_doc_b2te6tu.jpeg The motorcade carrying US President Donald Trump arrives for a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/3p5trd4i/Screenshot-2026-05-14-at-6.51.45-AM.png The arrests took place in the shallow, tightly contested waters of the northern Arabian Gulf, a region of intense strategic importance where Iran, Kuwait and other Gulf states maintain close military and maritime surveillance. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T17:04:54.336+04:00 Trump and Xi meet for high-stakes talks in Beijing Asia, Americas, Mena https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/exclusive-washwasha-when-meaning-moves-at-low-volume-1.500540551 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/jh7f1c60/2026.Washwasha.Taus-Makhacheva.-Dear-R…L.-Speakers.-Image-courtesy-of-National-Pavilion-UAE-–-La-Biennale-di-Venezia.-Photo-by-Ismail-Noor-of-Seeing-Things-7065.jpg 2026.Washwasha.Taus Makhacheva. Dear R…L.. (Speakers). Image courtesy of National-Pavilion UAE – La Biennale di Venezia. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/z927buva/2026__Washwasha__Curated_by_Bana_Kattan__Image_Courtesy_of_National_Pavilion_UAE___La_Biennale_di_Ve.jpg 2026. Washwasha. Curated by Bana Kattan https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/16sp6e3z/2026_Washwasha_Lamya_Gargash__Majlis__Image_courtesy_of_National_Pavilion_UAE___La_Biennale_di_Venez.jpg Washwasha.Lamya Gargash. Majlis. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/eccpnpcp/2026_Washwasha_Alaa_Edris__Wiswas__Image_courtesy_of_National_Pavilion_UAE___La_Biennale_di_Venezia_.jpg Washwasha.Alaa Edris. Wiswas. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/8jxqcvv1/2026_Washwasha_Farah_Al_Qasimi__The_Curse__Image_courtesy_of_National_Pavilion_UAE___La_Biennale_di_.jpg Washwasha.Farah Al Qasimi. The Curse https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/1mzksc2s/2026_Washwasha_Mays_Albaik__Be__so_that_I_may_be_as_I_say___Image_courtesy_of_National_Pavilion_UAE_.jpg Washwasha.Mays Albaik. Be, so that I may be as I say!. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T16:45:14.433+04:00 Exclusive: Washwasha: When meaning moves at low volume The Kurator https://gulfnews.com/uae/driver-rescued-in-8-minutes-after-car-plunges-into-sharjah-creek-1.500540540 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/r3u4x9wm/Driver-rescued-in-8-minutes-after-car-plunges-into-Sharjah-creek Gulf News en 2026-05-14T16:30:33.094+04:00 Car plunges into Sharjah creek, driver rescued in eight minutes UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/vd-satheesan-from-almost-there-to-keralas-top-job-1.500540494 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/oqgvz740/WIN-KERALA-TODAY-V.D.jpg Thiruvananthapuram: Congress leader V.D. Satheesan being offered sweets by supporters at his official residence after being named the new Chief Minister of Kerala in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday, May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/qt9j75kr/WIN-V.-D2.jpg Congress candidate from Paravur Assembly constituency V.D. Satheesan campaigns during the final round of electioneering ahead of the end of the official campaign period for the Kerala Assembly elections in Ernakulam district of Kerala on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/26ar2w4h/WIN-V.-D.jpg Congress leader VD Satheesan receives a warm welcome from party workers during the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting at the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) office in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala on Thursday, May 07, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/iekxrv9t/WIN-V.-D3.jpg Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly V.D. Satheesan release the book 'Notes of Wellington' in Kochi on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T16:23:35.602+04:00 V.D. Satheesan: From ‘almost there’ to Kerala’s top job India, kerala, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-to-build-17bn-sphere-venue-on-yas-island-in-first-global-expansion-beyond-us-1.500540502 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/qtq8u6yy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-14-at-4.07.14-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T16:15:09.458+04:00 Abu Dhabi to build $1.7bn Sphere venue on Yas Island in first global expansion beyond US UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/whats-the-recipe-for-this-filipino-chefs-sweet-success-in-the-uae-1.500540397 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ojcwtp1x/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-23.56.09.jpeg Dubai-based Filipino head chef Michael Segundo https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/x9axwh9r/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-23.29.30.jpeg Before becoming a cake artist, Segundo's work was to create and design props for actors to use in shows. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/vcqqw5i9/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-23.29.29.jpeg "I was inspired by my passion for baking, designing of cake, and providing a better future for my family," said Segundo. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/3ljgb3lr/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-22.46.15.jpeg Segundo was declared as the sculptured category winner during the Festival of Cake 2025 for his piece called “The Hearts Unveiled Vision.” https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/zzrck3m8/WhatsApp_Image_2026_05_13_at_22_46_14.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/m2grsa91/WhatsApp_Image_2026_05_13_at_22_46_14_1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/smhyztpk/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-22.46.15-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ljdhkk4c/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-23.54.31.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/3k3367vs/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-23.29.30-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/oin201qs/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-23.29.30-2.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T16:10:52.080+04:00 What’s the recipe for this Filipino chef’s sweet success in the UAE UAE Success Stories, people, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/over-100-killed-as-deadly-storms-rip-through-india-s-uttar-pradesh-1.500540461 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/5wik203q/20260513366F_aXKQlDl.jpg Officials said at least 100 people were killed and more than 50 injured in rain-related incidents, lightning strikes, collapsing walls and flying debris across multiple districts. Livestock losses and widespread damage to homes, crops and power infrastructure were also reported. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T15:47:46.899+04:00 Over 100 killed as deadly storms rip through India’s Uttar Pradesh India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/scientists-warn-fifa-over-world-cup-heat-risks-1.500540447 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/0hd1fexr/FIFA-World-Cup The FIFA World Cup begins on June 11 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-03/p74e5azc/newsml_afp_com_20260103T132013Z_doc_89hk3nr.jpeg Some players experienced the heat in the US last summer at the FIFA Club World Cup https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/3iliamut/RDS_SUMMER_HEAT_1558187550966_16acb3728f7_original_ratio.jpg Temperatures could reach up to 40C in some matches https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/18/FIFA-World-Cup-Qatar-2022--Messi-leads-Argentina-to-glory-over-France_18526ce2d9f_large.jpg The previous World Cup was played during the winter due to excessive heat in Qatar Gulf News en 2026-05-14T15:45:55.523+04:00 Scientists warn FIFA over World Cup heat risks Sport, Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/why-uae-businesses-are-rethinking-liquidity-and-making-idle-cash-work-harder-1.500540141 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ebztt3er/Gulf-news-articleLead-Image1110x625px.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/1veuw0a0/Gulf-news-articleSupporting-Images1200x900px2.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/3ibk6qdo/Gulf-news-articleSupporting-Images1200x900px4-1.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/l0hbh654/Gulf-news-articleSupporting-Images1200x900px5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T15:45:04.389+04:00 Why UAE businesses are rethinking liquidity and making idle cash work harder Banking, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/messi-sends-world-cup-warning-with-dazzling-mls-masterclass-1.500540260 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/vteoiogh/newsml_afp_com_20260513T000000Z_PH_GTY_2276120915.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF celebrates after winning the MLS match between FC Cincinnati and Inter Miami CF at TQL Stadium on May 13, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T15:43:53.572+04:00 Messi sends World Cup warning with dazzling MLS masterclass Football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/dhu-al-hijjah-crescent-expected-to-be-visible-on-may-17-eid-al-adha-to-begin-on-may-27-1.500540431 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-27/56dvfr59/crescent-moon Sharjah astronomers project May 27, 2026, as first day of Eid Al Adha Gulf News en 2026-05-14T15:30:12.534+04:00 Dhu Al Hijjah crescent expected to be visible on May 17, Eid Al Adha to begin on May 27 UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/family-man-star-sharib-hashmi-on-wife-nasreens-sixth-cancer-relapse-i-need-more-work-to-pay-her-medical-bills-1.500540402 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/yddhyoyg/sharib3.avif The diagnosis was first made in August 2018, when Nasreen was found to have mouth cancer. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T15:03:04.087+04:00 Family Man star Sharib Hashmi on wife Nasreen’s sixth cancer relapse: 'I need more work to pay her medical bills' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-expands-dubai-engine-repair-capabilities-with-ge-aerospace-deal-1.500540387 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/8x9xhb2z/Emiratesairline-2026 Emirates airline Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:52:47.777+04:00 Emirates expands Dubai engine repair capabilities with GE Aerospace deal Aviation, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/sport/pep-talk-guardiola-fires-up-palace-ahead-of-arsenal-clash-1.500540337 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/i4x624ym/Pep-Guardiola Pep Guardiola spoke to several Crystal Palace players after Manchester City’s 3-0 win https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/9aog7qub/newsml_afp_com_20260513T193909Z_doc_b2rw48e.jpeg Manchester City allowed Arsenal to take control again after dropping points to Everton https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/k4b4qh10/newsml_afp_com_20260510T174610Z_doc_b2ey8yy.jpeg Arsenal has been flying since their defeat to City last month Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:50:07.428+04:00 Pep talk: Guardiola fires up Palace ahead of Arsenal clash Sport, Football, premier league, arsenal, Manchester City https://gulfnews.com/uae/one-dead-19-injured-in-dubai-road-accident-1.500540388 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/b1xwldwo/accident2.jpg Of the injured, eight sustained critical injuries, two suffered moderate injuries, while nine sustained minor injuries. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/b21z7fzf/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-14-at-14.44.28.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:49:39.163+04:00 One dead, 19 injured in Dubai road accident UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/what-doctors-say-about-uaes-newly-approved-hypertension-drug-baxfendy-1.500540356 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-01/cwopm8y1/202509013497348.jpg UAE doctors say the treatment reinforces the UAE’s push for healthcare innovation https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/536pptpb/Dr.-Amitabh-Kulkarni.jpeg Dr. Amitabh Kulkarni, consultant nephrologist at Prime Hospital https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/fninyu24/Dr.-Jan-Niclas-Strickling.jpeg Dr. Jan Niclas Strickling, consultant cardiologist at Medcare https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/dau4zfrr/DrJimmyJoseph.jpg Dr. Jimmy Joseph, internal medicine specialist at Aster Specialty Clinic Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:38:27.411+04:00 What doctors say about UAE's newly approved hypertension drug Baxfendy Health, UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-tax/uae-corporate-tax-penalty-waiver-may-benefit-91000-businesses-1.500540341 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/12/Corporate-tax_187762b1f44_large.jpg Gulf News corporate tax webinar series will be on until April 17 Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:25:31.862+04:00 UAE corporate tax penalty waiver may benefit 91,000 businesses Corporate Tax, UAE Corporate Tax https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/satheesan-promises-new-kerala-as-congress-picks-cm-1.500540342 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ecpkb1pq/WIN-V.-D.-Satheesan-149-Read-Only.jpg Congress leader V.D. Satheesan arrives at his official residence after being named the new Chief Minister of Kerala in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:20:57.604+04:00 Satheesan promises ‘new Kerala’ as Congress picks CM India, kerala, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-orders-cybercrime-probe-into-cambridge-exam-paper-leak-1.500540329 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/1d36jf1m/gulfnewsimport20190515Examinationcompetitive16abaf9bc2elarge.avif The ministry on Thursday directed the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) to investigate the matter in coordination with Cambridge International Education (CIE), following claims that multiple Mathematics papers had been leaked before the exams. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:16:20.230+04:00 Pakistan orders cybercrime probe into Cambridge exam paper leak Pakistan, Pakistan, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-launches-ai-powered-skills-platform-for-future-jobs-1.500540251 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/cm7ke3ls/NAT_STOCK_FAKE_JOBS_1596980257715_173d370e3b4_original_ratio.jpg AI-driven platform guides students toward high-demand jobs and future-ready skills. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:13:04.657+04:00 UAE launches AI-powered skills platform for future jobs Education https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dp-world-accelerates-800m-tartous-port-overhaul-as-syria-pushes-trade-recovery-1.500540312 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/i41dkjmi/DP-World-Syria DP World Syria Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:11:24.141+04:00 DP World accelerates $800m Tartous port overhaul as Syria pushes trade recovery Markets, Government https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/unacceptable-india-condemns-attack-on-indian-flagged-ship-off-oman-coast-2-1.500540318 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/15/Tanker--gulf_16b5c4f6dfe_large.jpg A file picture of tanker ships in the waters of the Gulf of Oman. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:10:36.405+04:00 ‘Unacceptable’: Delhi condemns attack on Indian-flagged ship off Oman coast India, Mena, india, US-Israel-Iran war, oil https://gulfnews.com/uae/fujairah-reveals-reason-behind-smoke-in-oil-industries-area-1.500540327 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/2gvpjxdl/Fujairah A general view of Fujairah Gulf News en 2026-05-14T14:00:05.896+04:00 Fujairah reveals reason behind smoke in oil industries area UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-adds-new-direct-route-with-fares-from-dh4500-1.500540288 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-28/zollsiom/flydubai Gulf News en 2026-05-14T13:41:45.685+04:00 flydubai adds new direct route with fares from Dh4,500 Aviation, FlyDubai https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/international-family-day-in-uae-lego-challenges-brunches-story-time-and-staycation-deals-to-enjoy-this-week-1.500540295 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/06/12/SHUTTERSTOCK--FAMILY-1718184812587_1900bcba036_large.jpg It's Family Day, soon, so here's how you can enjoy it. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T13:41:34.430+04:00 International Family Day in UAE: LEGO challenges, brunches, story time and staycation deals to enjoy this week Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/uaeindia-leaders-program-strengthens-ties-through-education-culture-and-innovation-exchange-1.500540258 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/67ldfjkw/n4m03qnb1ka0xe4pn.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/1pw7z3oy/81.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T13:21:50.183+04:00 UAE–India Leaders Program strengthens ties through education, culture and innovation exchange UAE, India https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/luxury-waterfront-retreat-to-boost-ras-al-khaimahs-events-and-tourism-appeal-1.500540230 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/iow169i9/rotana.jpg A new premier hospitality destination is set to strengthen Ras Al Khaimah’s growing reputation as a leading hub for touris Gulf News en 2026-05-14T12:56:13.218+04:00 Premier waterfront retreat to boost Ras Al Khaimah’s events and tourism appeal Tourism, UAE hotels https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/vin-diesel-cries-hugs-paul-walkers-daughter-meadow-at-cannes-he-was-my-brother-1.500540219 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ubqcxvhi/paulwalker.webp Gulf News en 2026-05-14T12:51:56.986+04:00 Vin Diesel cries, hugs Paul Walker’s daughter Meadow at Cannes: 'He was my brother' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippine-vp-sara-dutertes-impeachment-trial-to-open-next-week-1.500540191 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/douxap5t/61.jpg Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Gulf News en 2026-05-14T12:40:03.578+04:00 Philippine VP Sara Duterte's impeachment trial to open next week Philippines https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/gulf-universities-from-global-partnerships-to-local-strength-1.500540205 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/wkbxuj8w/Stock_university_students_17468e72584_original_ratio.jpg A university’s strength lies not only in the standing of its partners, but in the depth of its own academic community, the flexibility of its teaching model, and the clarity of its sense of purpose. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T12:36:40.172+04:00 Gulf universities: From global partnerships to local strength Op-Eds, Education, Gulf, UAE, Education, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/sport/psg-unveil-new-2026-27-kit-in-dubai-1.500540206 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/38ihs10c/Paris-Saint-Germain-2026–27-home-kit.jpg The reigning European champions showed off next season strip in Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/p1j32kge/MARCO_VERRATTI___PSG.jpg Marco Verratti is a legend of the club Gulf News en 2026-05-14T12:36:00.896+04:00 PSG unveil new 2026-27 kit in Dubai Sport, UAE-Sport, Football, football, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/sharjah-fdi-rises-to-dh774-billion-as-new-projects-create-5673-jobs-1.500540178 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/82sp98ar/sharjahskyline Sharjah skyline Gulf News en 2026-05-14T12:10:14.417+04:00 Sharjah FDI rises to Dh7.74 billion as new projects create 5,673 jobs Markets, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-south-adds-new-aviation-maintenance-complex-to-meet-rising-demand-1.500540154 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ftskri6o/MBRAH-Light-Industrial-and-Maintenance-Complex.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:48:30.024+04:00 Dubai South adds new aviation maintenance complex to meet rising demand Aviation, Dubai South https://gulfnews.com/uae/passenger-tries-to-smuggle-bears-into-dubai-caught-at-airport-1.500540155 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/654aymkr/Bears.pic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:45:00.996+04:00 Passenger tries to smuggle bears into Dubai, caught at airport UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/5-best-bakhoor-and-incense-burners-for-a-fragrant-and-peaceful-eid-al-adha-2026-1.500540127 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/13/bukhoor_18da34b2b3d_large.jpg The traditional Middle Eastern incense called bukhoor, or bakhoor, is often passed among guests so they can imbue the lingering fragrance into their hair, clothes and hands. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:38:29.214+04:00 5 best bukhoor and incense burners for a fragrant and peaceful Eid Al Adha 2026 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-warns-pilgrims-against-unauthorised-hajj-permits-warns-against-fake-offers-1.500540105 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/17cfgosd/Muslim_pilgrims_pray_around_the_Kaaba_at_the_Grand_Mosque__in_Saudi_Arabia_s_holy_city_of_Mecca_on_J.jpg Pilgrims pray around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque, in Mecca, during the Hajj. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:36:42.210+04:00 Saudi Arabia warns pilgrims against unauthorised Hajj permits, warns against fake offers Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/friday/friday-partner/why-fertility-challenges-are-rising-among-working-couples-in-urban-india-1.500540138 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/qlgxit93/Birla-Fertility-IVF.png Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:36:07.901+04:00 Why fertility challenges are rising among working couples in urban India Friday-Partner https://gulfnews.com/sport/trump-administration-exempts-world-cup-fans-from-15000-us-visa-bond-1.500540131 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ygn82s9m/preview.jpg FIFA President Gianni Infantino, right, presents President Donald Trump with the new FIFA Club World Cup official ball in the Oval Office of the White House https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/w1l9rus0/newsml_afp_com_20250822T175624Z_doc_729g4xq.jpeg Fans heading to the World Cup this summer finally have some good news with much talk surrounding the huge ticket prices for the matches Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:35:29.832+04:00 World Cup fans won't have to pay $15,000 US visa bond Sport, Football, Donald Trump, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/more-than-860000-foreign-pilgrims-arrive-in-saudi-arabia-for-2026-hajj-season-1.500540072 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/4ma24bo2/Hajj.webp More than 860,000 foreign pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, as the kingdom ramps up large-scale logistical, transport and digital operations ahead of the peak rituals in Mecca. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:35:04.389+04:00 More than 860,000 foreign pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for 2026 Hajj season Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-residents-can-now-get-war-risk-cover-for-homes-cars-and-cargo-1.500540124 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/u5ac3ilg/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-14-at-11.12.34.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:32:19.870+04:00 UAE residents can now get war risk cover for homes, cars and cargo Banking, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/gold-duty-hike-uae-families-save-big-carrying-140g-legally-when-travelling-to-india-1.500540111 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/1xzobxug/1_16a080be31e_863923_1656044327_16a080be31e_original_ratio.jpg The price gap is becoming especially important for Indian expatriate families travelling home during the upcoming summer holiday period. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:28:05.296+04:00 Gold duty hike: UAE families save big carrying 140g legally when travelling to India Retail, Markets, India, UAE Travel, UAE Gold, Dubai gold, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/sabis-a-legacy-of-educational-excellence-with-an-edge-for-the-future-1.500540120 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/3xte0uab/1.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/zhwmoups/2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:26:03.949+04:00 SABIS: A legacy of educational excellence with an edge for the future Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-home-sales-top-dh139-billion-while-rent-growth-starts-to-cool-1.500540093 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/cfuhp5r2/Anupam-Shivnani-2.jpeg Rain clouds roll across Dubai’s skyline Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:10:56.581+04:00 Dubai home sales top Dh139 billion while rent growth starts to cool Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/business/property/masdar-city-makes-uae-history-with-first-5-pearl-office-rating-1.500540096 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/n850tq4c/1251838a-97b2-409d-96ab-100ce87acbf7.jpg New offices cut energy use by 91% and set a benchmark for smart urban development. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T11:06:45.023+04:00 Masdar City makes UAE history with first 5 Pearl office rating Property https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/where-to-eat-this-eid-al-adha-12-dubai-dining-offers-and-brunches-to-book-now-1.500537621 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/70ihyjoe/Eid-Brunch-3-1.jpg So, if you’re planning a family outing, a relaxed staycation or simply hunting for the best holiday food deals in town, these nine Dubai dining offers bring plenty of flavour, fun and festive spirit to the long weekend. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/xwlh1x3z/Eid-Brunch-4.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/4fey0cf6/Chicken-Dates-Teriyaki-1.png Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:58:53.283+04:00 Where to eat this Eid Al Adha in Dubai: 14 brunches and dining deals to book right now Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/ajman-announces-eid-al-adha-holiday-dates-for-government-staff-1.500540085 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/qgtk9iej/gulfnewsimport20220421Eid-Al-Fitr-holidays-1804cef3425large.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:50:41.056+04:00 Ajman announces Eid Al Adha holiday dates for government staff UAE, Ajman https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/incognito-chat-whatsapps-new-ai-feature-lets-users-ask-sensitive-questions-privately-1.500540083 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/absh0qkm/Whatsapp-incognito-chat-STOCK Incognito Chat targets privacy fears as AI questions grow more personal online. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:50:10.750+04:00 Incognito Chat: WhatsApp’s new AI feature lets users ask sensitive questions privately Media https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/vd-satheesan-named-kerala-chief-minister-1.500540082 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/67y33qo0/VD-Satheesan VD Satheesan with supporters after winning the elections. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:46:48.777+04:00 VD Satheesan named Kerala chief minister India https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-cancels-7200-work-visas-in-nationwide-crackdown-on-firms-violating-labour-rules-1.500540052 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2015/11/24/1_16a0812dbea.1625751_3091632249_16a0812dbea_large.jpg More than 7,200 visas issued to violating establishments and key government services suspended for them after uncovering thousands of labour-related breaches during nationwide inspections. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:41:05.498+04:00 Saudi Arabia cancels 7,200 work visas in nationwide crackdown on firms violating labour rules Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/iran-war-and-oil-dominate-brics-meet-in-india-2-1.500540068 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/tpe80olc/newsml_afp_com_20260514T055618Z_doc_b2tl93a.jpeg India's Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar addresses the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/l56d72is/newsml_afp_com_20260514T055150Z_doc_b2tm46g.jpeg Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, South Africa's Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, India's Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos, and the United Arab Emirates' Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Khalifa Shaheen Almarar pose for a family photograph during the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/gofrvg50/newsml_afp_com_20260514T053808Z_doc_b2tl948.jpeg India's Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar (R) speaks as he welcomes his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov for the opening of the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/yzpsghaa/ANI_20260514050317.jpeg EAM Jaishankar welcomes ministers, representatives at BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (Photo/ANI) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ep9mntm7/20260513357f.jpg BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meet to kick off in Delhi. Delegates attending the summit are scheduled to call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their visit to the national capital. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/59dra13t/newsml_afp_com_20260514T061654Z_doc_b2tl93x.jpeg Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov (L) attends the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on May 14, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/jtr61vuv/newsml_afp_com_20260514T055642Z_doc_b2tl932.jpeg India's Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar (C) addresses the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on May 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:38:38.518+04:00 Iran war and oil dominate BRICS meet in India Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-launches-online-domestic-driver-visa-service-through-sahel-app-1.500540036 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/25/Image-5of10-kuwait-national-day_177d8ff0912_large.jpg Kuwaiti citizens can now apply for domestic driver visas through Sahel app. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:36:53.450+04:00 Kuwait launches online domestic driver visa service through Sahel app Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/adgm-updates-money-laundering-risk-checks-for-legal-entities-1.500540051 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-10/ickbq70j/ADGM-Abu-Dhabi-Global-Market ADGM Abu Dhabi Global Market Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:29:00.529+04:00 ADGM updates money laundering risk checks for legal entities Markets https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-deploys-ai-powered-multilingual-robot-for-pilgrims-at-two-holy-mosques-1.500540029 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/5rn2sjh1/AI-powered-multilingual-robot.webp AI-powered multilingual robot launched at Mecca’s Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque to provide religious guidance, instant translations and smart services for pilgrims. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:10:50.520+04:00 Saudi Arabia deploys AI-powered multilingual robot for pilgrims at two holy mosques Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/space42-revenue-rises-as-satellite-services-gain-from-700-million-contract-1.500540034 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/08/Stock-Yahsat_184564be642_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:06:07.928+04:00 Space42 revenue rises as satellite services gain from $700 million contract Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-to-headline-fifa-world-cup-2026-with-shakira-and-madonna-army-celebrates-they-will-keep-rising-higher-1.500540020 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-14/a7bd74xp/newsml_afp_com_20260321T122226Z_doc_a47f7ke.jpeg BTS posing for their concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:04:52.002+04:00 BTS to headline FIFA World Cup 2026 halftime show with Shakira and Madonna as ARMY cheers: 'The power…' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/china-boy-burns-down-office-after-parent-takes-him-to-work-1.500540026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-21/92ofq12i/Fire Firefighters rushed to the scene after flames tore through a workplace in Ningbo. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T10:00:42.038+04:00 China: Boy burns down office after parent takes him to work Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/gold-on-edge-market-searches-for-direction-as-geopolitical-risks-collide-with-rising-yields-1.500537550 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/jrs6ktfy/768x576-Gulf-News-PR-01-ar-1.png Gulf News en 2026-05-14T09:53:28.681+04:00 Gold on edge: Market searches for direction as geopolitical risks collide with rising yields Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/blackrocks-gip-adnoc-and-temasek-target-30-billion-gcc-infrastructure-pipeline-1.500540017 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/12/08/181208_gcc_flags_resources1_16a0853d143_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T09:52:24.639+04:00 BlackRock’s GIP, ADNOC and Temasek target $30 billion GCC infrastructure pipeline Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/charli-xcx-joins-nothing-as-global-ambassador-and-shareholder-the-campaign-is-just-the-start-says-founder-1.500539137 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/puwevltw/NOTHING-CHARLI-XCX-AIDAN-ZAMIRI-FOR-NOTHING0316x9.jpg.jpg Charli XCX for Nothing Gulf News en 2026-05-14T09:47:52.829+04:00 Charli XCX joins 'Nothing' as global ambassador and shareholder: 'The campaign is just the start' says founder Entertainment, Technology, Music, HollyWood, technology, Music, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/auto/gwm-accelerates-uae-growth-with-expanding-suv-and-off-road-line-up-with-al-naboodah-group-1.500536676 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/6uvh01zl/GWMGulfNewsBanner1110x625.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/sk0mhx96/V73.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/tcldmcrt/H91.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T09:45:16.438+04:00 GWM accelerates UAE growth with expanding SUV and off-road line-up with Al Naboodah Group Auto, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dana-gas-profit-jumps-72-after-stronger-egypt-output-and-kri-adjustment-1.500539997 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/10/15/Stock-Dana-gas-in-Egypt_1752c47dde5_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T09:28:07.642+04:00 Dana Gas profit jumps 72% after stronger Egypt output and KRI adjustment Markets, Energy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/trishas-karuppu-9-am-shows-cancelled-despite-vijays-special-permission-our-sincere-apologies-1.500539986 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-02/dipxpwrt/ANI_20260502105003.jpg Trisha Krishnan in Karuppu. (Photo/X@DreamWarriorPictures) Gulf News en 2026-05-14T09:26:59.597+04:00 Trisha’s Karuppu 9 am shows cancelled despite Vijay’s ‘special permission': 'Our sincere apologies...' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/adnoc-ls-lifts-2026-guidance-after-profit-rises-to-222-million-1.500539967 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/25/Stock-ADNOC-L-S-1_19361a6049d_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T09:03:34.738+04:00 ADNOC L&S lifts 2026 guidance after profit rises to $222 million Markets https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/what-career-skills-you-need-to-succeed-in-2026-uae-experts-say-1.500539950 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/25/Stock-Careers_187b83b87be_large.jpg With AI embedded into everyday workflows and companies restructuring how work gets done, experts say the real advantage is no longer about what tools you know, but how you think alongside them. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:50:32.033+04:00 What career skills you need to succeed in 2026, UAE experts say Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/suspect-detained-in-philippine-senate-gunfire-police-1.500539941 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/xkf98nv9/Marines-senate-gun-shooting-dela-rosa-icc-warrant-may-13-2026-001-scaled.jpg Marines stationed at the Senate are seen after gunshots were heard on Wednesday night (May 13, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:33:37.290+04:00 Gunfire rocks Philippine Senate: Suspect held as Senator ‘Bato’ slips away before dawn — report Philippines https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/rupee-and-peso-dip-turns-into-a-remittance-boost-for-uae-expats-1.500301712 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-12/76nj80yh/Stock-exchange-remit Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:24:47.981+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso remain soft, boosting dirham for expats. Remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/virat-kohli-is-not-normal-from-back-to-back-ducks-to-a-gayle-record-breaking-century-1.500539916 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ziws9p17/Virat-Kohli Virat Kohli is not normal https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ziws9p17/Virat-Kohli Virat Kohli is not normal Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:21:46.030+04:00 Virat Kohli is not normal: From back-to-back ducks to a Gayle record-breaking century IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/after-bombs-blackouts-and-bank-restrictions-gazas-digital-workers-are-still-coding-1.500539932 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/quawx76e/preview.jpg Palestinian programmer Tarik Zaeem, 44, works on his computer at a coworking space in Gaza City, March 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana) Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:19:17.724+04:00 After bombs, blackouts and bank restrictions, Gaza’s digital workers are still coding israel hamas war gaza economy digital workers https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/who-is-erik-fleming-hollywood-director-sentenced-in-matthew-perrys-death-case-1.500539928 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/29/Matthew-Perry_18b79622e8a_large.jpg Matthew Perry. Perry's 10 seasons on “Friends” made him one of Hollywood's most recognisable actors. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:18:00.952+04:00 Who is Erik Fleming? Hollywood director sentenced in Matthew Perry's death case Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/brics-foreign-ministers-meet-to-kick-off-in-delhi-1.500539824 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ep9mntm7/20260513357f.jpg BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meet to kick off in Delhi. Delegates attending the summit are scheduled to call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their visit to the national capital. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:02:57.237+04:00 BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meet to kick off in Delhi Asia, Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/china-threat-fuels-push-for-more-b-21-bombers-us-air-force-1.500539898 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-05/3vz5dg0j/newsml_afp_com_20260405T093039Z_doc_a6ta6dm.jpeg In this US Air Force handout photo released by US Central Command public affairs, US Airmen conduct preflight operations prior to a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber departing base in the US Strategic Command area of responsibility in support of Operation Epic Fury on March 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/9m0sme9l/2023_11_10T162113Z_1666150945_RC2FA4AFDLIJ_RTRMADP_3_USA_DEFENSE_BOMBER__Read_Only__18bba18134a_orig.jpg The B-21 "Raider", the long-range stealth bomber that can be armed with nuclear weapons, rolls onto the runway at Northrop Grumman's site at Air Force Plant 42. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T08:01:14.466+04:00 China threat fuels push for more B-21 bombers: US Air Force Americas, Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/asia-markets-mixed-as-trump-xi-summit-ai-trade-dominate-1.500539882 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/12/BUS_190412-ASIA-MARKETS-CHINA-(Read-Only)_resources1_16a4505bb19_large.jpg Stock information at a brokerage firm in Hangzhou, China. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T07:57:11.566+04:00 Asia markets mixed as Trump-Xi summit, AI trade dominate Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/netflix-unveils-major-renewals-but-xo-kitty-season-4s-absence-upsets-fans-we-need-our-family-back-1.500539893 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/sx0mw1uo/kitty.webp A still from XO Kitty Season 3. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T07:48:11.907+04:00 Netflix unveils major renewals, but XO, Kitty Season 4’s absence upsets fans: ‘We need our family back’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/us-chip-start-up-cerebras-to-raise-55-billion-in-ipo-1.500539821 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-20/nwc0fpam/Cerebras.avif Quantum computing ready today? Cerebras Systems, based in Sunnyvale, California, is betting that the future of AI is "wafer scale", with four trillion transistors, 125 petaflops in one silicon wafer. It is dubbed as "the world’s largest and most powerful processor" for AI training and inference. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-20/nwc0fpam/Cerebras.avif Quantum computing ready today? Cerebras Systems, based in Sunnyvale, California, is betting that the future of AI is "wafer scale", with four trillion transistors, 125 petaflops in one silicon wafer. It is dubbed as "the world’s largest and most powerful processor" for AI training and inference. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T07:41:38.842+04:00 US chip start-up Cerebras to raise $5.5 billion in IPO Technology, Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/why-she-never-left-the-uae-how-indonesian-expat-turned-uncertainty-into-a-second-chance-1.500539222 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4yyicytn/Sylvana-Sari.jpeg Dubai-based Indonesian expat Sylvana Sari https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/s5u1ff36/Sylvana-Sari-cabin-crew.jpeg Sylvana Sari was a former cabin crew member of Emirates Airline https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/gnm1b1oc/Sylvana-Sari-family.jpeg Sylvana Sari with her husband and daughter https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/tc5ahd1l/Bobi-Bowl-Signature-Chicken-Satay.jpeg Bobi Bowl’s signature chicken satay https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/csxk6k6a/Chef_Akmal_Anuar.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/pk2mwagi/Arva-Ahmed.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/l5j77mgl/Loyal-customers.jpeg Loyal customers of Bobi Bowl https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/avzzz3o0/Bobi-Bowl-team.jpeg "We started with small team, so we are still lucky enough to be able to keep all of them," said Sari. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T07:30:00.000+04:00 Why she never left the UAE: How Indonesian expat turned uncertainty into a second chance UAE Success Stories, people, United in Strength, Stories-of-success, UAE, Restaurants in Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/eid-al-adha-2026-maldives-greece-thailand-top-uae-travel-bookings-1.500539524 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/lewl2r9p/kandimamaldives.jpg Pictured above Kandima Maldives. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T07:00:00.000+04:00 Eid Al Adha 2026: Maldives, Greece, Thailand top UAE travel bookings Tourism, eid al adha https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-heads-to-china-as-iran-war-cost-nears-29b-amid-rising-tensions-1.500538588 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/y431nx2o/37.jpg President Donald Trump waves from the stairs of Air Force One as he boards upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews, Md.,, for a trip to China to meet President Xi Jinping. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/3p5trd4i/Screenshot-2026-05-14-at-6.51.45-AM.png The arrests took place in the shallow, tightly contested waters of the northern Arabian Gulf, a region of intense strategic importance where Iran, Kuwait and other Gulf states maintain close military and maritime surveillance. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:47:18.146+04:00 Trump lands in China as Iran war cost nears $29b amid rising tensions Mena, Americas, Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-banks-did-not-seek-covid-style-bailout-during-war-says-banking-chief-1.500539492 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ylog0l7d/STAFFBUS_260504_MIITE_Family_Business_Panel_VSAKLANI_41777894258976.jpg Abdulaziz Al Ghurair, Chairman, Abdulla Al Ghurair Group during a panel discussion on the opening day of Make it in the Emirates 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:30:00.000+04:00 UAE banks did not seek Covid-style bailout during war, says banking chief Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-weeks-away-from-nuclear-threshold-warns-us-1.500539830 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/4cs754qz/202605143787130.jpg Iran Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:24:53.937+04:00 Iran 'weeks away' from nuclear threshold, warns US Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/inside-dutertes-icc-detention-centre-1.500539829 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/0hynbxy4/detention-dds1.jpeg Former president Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines is detained in a 9-sqm cell at the International Criminal Court (ICC) facility in The Hague, The Netherlands for alleged "crimes against humanity" over the alleged mass killings of drug suspects in the Philippines from 2016 to 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/2lcua384/detention-dds1.jpeg Former president Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines is detained in a 9-sqm cell at the International Criminal Court (ICC) facility in The Hague, The Netherlands for alleged "crimes against humanity" over the alleged mass killings of drug suspects in the Philippines from 2016 to 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ef78i5l6/newsml_afp_com_20260422T080929Z_doc_a8l26ca.jpeg Protesters hold placards in front of the International Criminal Court (ICC) ahead of the ruling on the appeal by the former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/q4riwyvo/newsml_afp_com_20260223T112258Z_doc_98lt4j3.jpeg A person stands by two life-size cartboard cutouts of former Philippines' president Rodrigo Duterte during a demonstration in his support outside the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/3xkjxalk/newsml_afp_com_20260223T102556Z_doc_98lp47w.jpeg People demonstrate in support of former Philippines' president Rodrigo Duterte outside the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/yz7mpm43/newsml_afp_com_20260223T092955Z_doc_98lf778.jpeg People hold placards during a demonstration in support of former Philippines' president Rodrigo Duterte outside the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/237q3l7v/newsml_afp_com_20260223T092955Z_doc_98lb2nh.jpeg People hold placards during a demonstration in support of former Philippines' president Rodrigo Duterte outside the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/opnh8kxm/newsml_afp_com_20260223T092838Z_doc_98lf76r.jpeg People tape flags of the Philippines on a life-size cartboard cutout of former Philippines' president Rodrigo Duterte during a demonstration in his support outside the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/tvbvn4z1/newsml_afp_com_20260223T083950Z_doc_98l77l3.jpeg A protestor, rallying in support of the detention of former Philippine's president Rodrigo Duterte, holds a sign that shows a victim outside of the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/so6by6fn/newsml_afp_com_20260223T084118Z_doc_98l77m8.jpeg This photograph shows a sign showing the face of Philippine's president Rodrigo Duterte as a vampire as protestors, rally in support of the detention of former Philippine's president Rodrigo Duterte, outside of the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/2rydstae/newsml_afp_com_20260223T083210Z_doc_98l77lx.jpeg Protestors, rallying in support of the detention of former Philippine's president Rodrigo Duterte, hold a placard which reads as « hold Duterte accountable now » outside of the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/nl6iv473/newsml_afp_com_20260223T082944Z_doc_98l77kz.jpeg Protestors, rallying in support of the detention of former Philippine's president Rodrigo Duterte, hold a placard which reads as «Justice for victims of Dutertet’s drug waR» outside of the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-28/gv3l8kfv/Duterte.jpg Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte appears in a video-conference as he skipped an in-person attendance during the initial hearing at the International Criminal Court (ICC). File photo. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-28/vi14o0j2/newsml_afp_com_20251128T102615Z_doc_86fx6fx.jpeg Judges arrive for an appeal ruling on the provisional release of Philippines' former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is accused of crimes against humanity, at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague on November 28, 2025. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-14/ezi26kog/newsml_afp_com_20250314T152931Z_doc_372f2zy.jpeg Presiding judge Iulia Antoanella Motoc enters the courtroom prior to the first appearance of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte before the International Criminal Court (ICC) on charge of crimes against humanity over his deadly crackdown on narcotics, in The Hague on March 14, 2025. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-08/ossfqe92/20250314-initial-appearance-duterte.jpg Former Philippine president Duterte appearing for the first time before the ICC judges on March 14 last year https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/1hu9lu7p/dds-icc-jail-2.jpg A common room where detainees mingle. It has games, puzzles, books, a tank of calming tropical fish and cooking facilities for a taste of home. Inside the ICC detention centre in the The Hague. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/h7y8fesz/ICC-penitentiary.png The main facade of the Detention Center in The Hague, The Netherlands. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/l9ys62xa/newsml_afp_com_20260223T084613Z_doc_98l77kq.jpeg This photograph shows a general view of protestors, rallying in support of the detention of former Philippine's president Rodrigo Duterte, outside of the International Criminal Court (ICC) where he will be questioned by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity, in The Hague on February 23, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:19:31.229+04:00 Inside Duterte's ICC detention centre Philippines, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-court-changes-child-visitation-over-fathers-work-hours-1.500538413 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/g4kopwqj/Screenshot-2026-01-23-at-2.18.36-PM.png Dubai Court of Cassation revised visitation days to protect the child’s wellbeing. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/g4kopwqj/Screenshot-2026-01-23-at-2.18.36-PM.png Dubai Court of Cassation revised visitation days to protect the child’s wellbeing. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:10:35.088+04:00 Dubai court changes child visitation over father’s work hours UAE, Dubai, UAE Personal Status Law https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/after-months-of-blackout-iran-gives-internet-to-select-few-1.500539823 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-11/0t7103ow/newsml_afp_com_20260111T171832Z_doc_92cg6km.jpeg A protestor waves an Iran flag from before the 1979 revolution with the lion and sun emblems during a rally held in Solidarity with Iran's Uprising, organised by The national Council of Resistance of Iran, on Whitehall in central London on January 11, 2026, to protest against the Iranian regime's crackdown on internet access and "recognise their right to self-defence against the regime's forces". Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:10:29.025+04:00 After months of blackout, Iran gives internet to select few Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-ease-slightly-through-monday-1.500539831 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2015/2/21/1_16a083a7bfc.1460258_1770132707_16a083a7bfc_large.jpg The conditions would be accompanied by an extension of an upper-air high-pressure system, bringing generally fair weather across the country, with temperatures easing slightly over the coming days. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:08:21.737+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to ease slightly through Monday Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/kidambi-srikanth-gets-revenge-stuns-former-world-champion-as-sindhu-also-progresses-at-thailand-open-1.500539696 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4jwpksok/Kidambi-Srikanth-and-PV-Sindhu Kidambi Srikanth has stunned former world champion https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4jwpksok/Kidambi-Srikanth-and-PV-Sindhu Kidambi Srikanth has stunned former world champion Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:00:00.000+04:00 Kidambi Srikanth gets revenge, stuns former world champion as Sindhu also progresses at Thailand Open Sport, Badminton https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-perfumes-are-made-in-the-uae-inside-the-liquid-gold-world-of-oud-and-beyond-1.500539726 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/5uqfaso0/Oud_perfume_18e66707c9d_large.jpg Oud, a prized resin of the Middle East, is an essential aspect of Arabian perfumeries. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-01/al0ifzaa/gulfnewsimport20231024Woman-with-frankincense18b61e86ba7large.avif There was almost a supernatural quality associated with frankincense in the olden times owing to their aroma and their healing abilities. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/5ev1lc9q/linkedin3.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/4dekhel6/chandu.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/m2qw1ta0/mariam3.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8hsdszuz/Anis_Abdul_Razak___Founder__Cane_za.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:00:00.000+04:00 What really goes into UAE perfumes? Inside the ‘liquid gold’ world of oud and beyond UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/major-uae-law-changes-from-june-1-legal-adulthood-lowered-from-21-to-18-1.500405656 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/13/Stock-Commercial-Law_185a98cb728_large.jpg The UAE is set to amend its Civil Transactions Law, with proposed changes affecting legal age, contracts, compensation and expat assets. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/io589t3q/LY_1.jpg Ludmila Yamalova, founder and managing partner of HPL Yamalova & Plewka FZCO Legal Consultancy. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-19/7kr2pswa/Mr_Ahmed002.jpg Ahmed Odeh, Managing Partner at MIO Law Firm Gulf News en 2026-05-14T06:00:00.000+04:00 Major UAE law changes from June 1: Legal adulthood lowered from 21 to 18 Living-Ask-Us, Government, Business, UAE, UAE laws https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/us-army-says-body-of-second-soldier-recovered-in-morocco-1.500539835 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/tsezqlr5/2024-AL.avif Led by the US Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF), exercises took place in Morocco. The exercise focused on field training, rapid deployment, and joint operation exercises (JOAX). Gulf News en 2026-05-14T05:56:29.287+04:00 US Army says body of second soldier recovered in Morocco Africa, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-israel-to-hold-new-talks-in-us-as-ceasefire-nears-end-1.500539819 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-08/n6s5vqvu/newsml_afp_com_20260208T133724Z_doc_96kr764.jpeg Standing on a digger used to clear the rubble of destroyed homes and businesses, a Lebanese youth holds up the Lebanese flag as residents wait for the arrival of Lebanon's prime minister during his visit to the heavily-damaged southern village of Kfar Shouba, near the border with Israel on February 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T05:39:37.361+04:00 Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in US as ceasefire nears end Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/the-hormuz-deadlock-who-gives-way-first-as-iran-tightens-its-grip-on-the-strait-1.500539601 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/t0x661sp/newsml_afp_com_20260423T093644Z_doc_a8px2we.jpeg This screen grab from video released by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) and aired by state broadcaster IRIB on April 23, 2026, allegedly shows IRGC naval forces boarding a ship in the Strait of Hormuz. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-11/9teq6vsk/Hormuz-strait.jpg A geotagged map showing the absence of tanker traffic on the Strait of Hormuz with US President Donald Trump (inset). Gulf News en 2026-05-14T05:39:00.000+04:00 Dangerous Hormuz deadlock: Who gives way first as Iran tightens its grip on the Strait? Mena, Americas, Gulf, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/who-wins-the-saudi-title-if-al-nassr-and-al-hilal-finish-level-on-points-1.500539600 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/mo5qqajo/Ronaldo A tense grand finale is on the cards https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/mo5qqajo/Ronaldo A tense grand finale is on the cards https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/m3w09yln/Remaining-games-in-Saudi-Pro-league Remaining fixtures of Al Nassr and Al Hilal Gulf News en 2026-05-14T05:30:00.000+04:00 Who wins the Saudi title if Al Nassr and Al Hilal finish level on points? Football, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/large-air-attack-underway-in-kyiv-afp-journalist-1.500539801 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-06/63ir5zeu/newsml_afp_com_20251206T161053Z_doc_87bd2t3.jpeg Smoke rises from a heavily damaged train station building in the town of Fastiv, Kyiv region, after an air attack, on December 6, 2025, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. File photo. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T05:23:51.760+04:00 Large air attack underway in Kyiv: AFP journalist Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tehran-demands-kuwait-release-4-iranians-detained-in-the-gulf-1.500539782 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/796jl51g/Bubiyan-Island.jpg According to Kuwaiti authorities, the men attempted to infiltrate Bubiyan Island aboard a fishing boat on May 1 and were allegedly preparing to carry out “hostile acts” inside the Gulf state. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T05:15:21.754+04:00 Tehran demands Kuwait release 4 Iranians detained in the Gulf Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-infrastructure-resilience-is-becoming-a-strategic-advantage-1.500538901 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/wk9ghoe9/OPN-DIGITAL-1-Read-Only.jpg What distinguishes mature strategies is not technical sophistication alone, but regulatory preparedness: defined conditions, agreed permissions, and well understood roles long before systems are stressed. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T05:03:00.000+04:00 Why infrastructure resilience is becoming a strategic advantage Op-Eds, UAE economy https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brazil-announces-new-measures-to-stave-off-rising-fuel-costs-1.500539784 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-15/1xhtq83i/newsml_afp_com_20251115T133122Z_doc_844z398.jpeg Activists perform the death of fossil fuels at the so-called "Great People's March" in the sidelines of the COP30 UN Climate Change Conference in Belem, Para State, Brazil. File photo taken on November 15, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T04:10:12.883+04:00 Brazil announces new measures to stave off rising fuel costs Energy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/why-buying-gold-in-uae-will-now-be-more-cheaper-for-indian-expats-1.500539473 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/04/27/Stock-Gold-souq-Deira_1806b961e13_large.jpg A time to buy or just to window shop? https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/q5vnt3c4/SHAMLAL-AHAMED-1.jpg Shamlal Ahamed Gulf News en 2026-05-14T04:04:00.000+04:00 Why buying gold in UAE will now be cheaper for Indian expats Retail, Markets, India, Indian expats, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/amnesty-calls-for-war-crimes-probe-into-israeli-destruction-of-south-syria-homes-1.500539786 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/29bn6vv4/Screenshot-2026-05-14-at-7.40.38-AM.png Satellite imagery from 7 July 2024 (top) shows Rassim al-Rawadi village. On 17 December 2024 (bottom), yellow squares highlight six structures that appear heavily damaged or destroyed. Newly built berms are highlighted with orange dashed lines. Trees are removed on the west side of the main road. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/gzofpqub/Screenshot-2026-05-14-at-7.48.05-AM.png Satellite imagery from 7 July 2024 (top) shows the northern area of Al-Hamidiya before the Israeli military entered. On 17 December 2024 (middle), imagery shows heavy vehicle tracks and new berms, highlighted with orange dashed lines and box. Imagery from 23 August 2025 (bottom) shows 14 structures and the walls surrounding them (located within the yellow boxes on the image) have been destroyed. A new base – highlighted with an orange box – is visible less than 300m east of the destroyed structures. More berms were constructed since December 2024. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/05exj7zp/Screenshot-2026-05-14-at-7.40.38-AM.png Satellite imagery from 7 July 2024 (top) shows Rassim al-Rawadi village. On 17 December 2024 (bottom), yellow squares highlight six structures that appear heavily damaged or destroyed. Newly built berms are highlighted with orange dashed lines. Trees are removed on the west side of the main road. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T03:42:40.178+04:00 Amnesty calls for 'war crimes' probe into Israeli destruction of south Syria homes Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/who-confirms-8-cases-of-andes-hantavirus-in-outbreak-1.500539783 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/rxuo8455/202605133785922.jpeg A view of MV Hondius, where the hantavirus outbreak was reported. South Africa traceed 97 contacts linked to cruise ship hantavirus cases. The origin of the outbreak is still "unknown". Gulf News en 2026-05-14T03:13:56.951+04:00 WHO confirms 8 cases of Andes hantavirus in outbreak World https://gulfnews.com/uae/higher-committee-of-human-fraternity-expands-initiatives-in-2026-to-promote-values-of-coexistence-1.500539687 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/qczkyygi/Screenshot-2026-05-14-at-6.48.42-AM.png Herizal Hazri, Advisor to the Secretary-General of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T02:57:20.253+04:00 Higher Committee of Human Fraternity expands initiatives in 2026 to promote values of coexistence UAE, World https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-humanitarian-spotlights-impact-advancing-future-humanitarian-priorities-1.500539676 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/y8yj15fb/The_Dubai_International_Humanitarian_City__IHC___1736b7d3248_original_ratio.jpg HUMANITARIAN HUB: The UAE has established itself as a humanitarian hub, with the UN Humanitarian Response Depot (UNHRD)/World Food Programme (WFP) facility at the International Humanitarian City (IHC) in Dubai, a 16,500 sqm facility set up in 2008. The Dubai hub has quickly become a regional base for the UN’s humanitarian work, affirming Dubai’s status as a logistics gateway to the world. With the IHC’s facility in the UAE, the humanitarian agency is in a position to respond to any emergency crisis in the region in the fastest and most cost-effective and efficient manner. It is a testament to the synergy between the UN and UAE. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/31qc1g7s/Hum-City.jpg The meeting convened more than 80 members alongside representatives from government entities, the private sector, international organisations and academic institutions. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T02:21:09.383+04:00 Dubai Humanitarian spotlights impact, advancing future humanitarian priorities UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-denies-reports-regarding-visit-by-israeli-prime-minister-benjamin-netanyahu-or-receiving-any-israeli-military-delegation-1.500539738 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/18/20231804-Israeli-Prime-Minister-Benjamin-Netanyahu_187944dfacb_large.jpg Netanyahu, in his statement, said that 'there must be complete trust between the prime minister and the head of the Shin Bet,' given that Israel is at war. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T02:16:29.391+04:00 UAE denies reports regarding visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or receiving any Israeli military delegation UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-elevates-hormuz-as-central-strategic-lever-amid-weakened-conventional-deterrence-1.500539636 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/20/Hormuz-web-1561014073576_16b73b078e9_large.jpg Sailors stand on deck above a hole the U.S. Navy says was made by a limpet mine on the damaged Panama-flagged, Japanese owned oil tanker Kokuka Courageous, anchored off Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, during a trip organized by the Navy for journalists, Wednesday, June 19, 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/wl7rz940/Screenshot-2026-05-14-at-7.53.34-AM.png Iran's continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid the US blockade on its ports has taken its toll on energy supplies. Container ships sit at anchor in the Strait of Hormuz off the port city of Bandar Abbas, Iran. Photo taken on May 2, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/prqzo6jr/Hormuz.jpg US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine speaks as a map of the Strait of Hormuz is displayed during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-14T02:02:25.761+04:00 Strait of Hormuz isn’t the ultimate ‘trump card’ for Iran — here’s why Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/julius-baer-middle-east-names-bryan-stirewalt-as-independent-non-executive-chairman-1.500539731 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/grbl2pxh/StirewaltBryan.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-14T00:28:58.973+04:00 Julius Baer (Middle East) names Bryan Stirewalt as independent non-executive chairman Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-two-lucky-participants-secure-dh100000-each-check-your-numbers-1.500539693 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/ayi1h54b/Unknown.jpg UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260513 Gulf News en 2026-05-13T23:03:48.874+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Two lucky participants secure Dh100,000 each – check your numbers UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/the-uaes-priority-and-firm-conviction-remain-centred-on-prioritising-political-solutions-as-the-path-to-peace-stability-and-prosperity-gargash-1.500539684 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/8as97lm8/gulfnews2025-09-285ib6n3hwgulfnewsimport20190909190909-Anwar-Gargash16d16cd3086large.avif Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Gulf News en 2026-05-13T22:54:30.808+04:00 The UAE’s priority and firm conviction remain centred on prioritising political solutions as the path to peace, stability and prosperity: Gargash Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/uk-fines-online-suicide-forum-linked-to-130-deaths-950000-1.500539681 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/28/man-online-computer-generic_16cd7b14582_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T22:38:53.823+04:00 UK fines online suicide forum linked to 130 deaths £950,000 World https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/matthew-perry-drug-middleman-jailed-for-two-years-1.500539680 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/u1qmg4fv/Matthew_Perry_1703684454805_18cab81b9a9_original_ratio.jpg “Friends” star Matthew Perry died in 2023. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T22:31:28.522+04:00 Matthew Perry drug middleman jailed for two years Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-and-qatars-emir-discuss-fraternal-ties-and-regional-developments-in-phone-call-1.500539653 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/m4t4xkqf/2ht03p171ka1oiypo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T22:00:49.929+04:00 UAE President and Qatar’s Emir discuss fraternal ties and regional developments in phone call UAE, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-commends-maan-contributors-1.500539553 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/02mru7w5/UAE-President-commends-Ma’an-contributors Gulf News en 2026-05-13T20:46:49.405+04:00 UAE President commends Ma’an contributors UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-robredotulfo-tandem-overtakes-dutertemarcos-in-first-hypothetical-2028-matchup-poll-1.500539575 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/bho8tnqo/Octa-survey-pres-vp-1200x1500.jpg.avif https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/iawg83g7/Octa-survey-pres-vp-1200x1500.jpg.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-13T20:37:33.364+04:00 Philippines: Robredo–Tulfo tandem overtakes Duterte–Marcos in first hypothetical 2028 matchup: Poll Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-confirms-some-flights-to-pakistan-have-been-rescheduled-1.500539572 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-02/cbvdiblf/newsml_afp_com_20260302T111714Z_doc_99k8376.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T20:18:15.165+04:00 Flydubai confirms some flights to Pakistan have been rescheduled Aviation, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/al-tayer-ai-is-driving-the-next-generation-of-rta-digital-operations-and-services-1.500539539 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-04/ibiahdvn/STAFFNAT_260204_WGS_Al_Tayer_VSAKLANI_11770205840960.jpg Mattar Al Tayer is the Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Gulf News en 2026-05-13T20:06:26.342+04:00 Al Tayer: AI is driving the next generation of RTA digital operations and services UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/gunshots-at-philippine-senate-as-lawmaker-wanted-by-icc-holds-out-1.500539318 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/u4vnhins/newsml_afp_com_20260513T085912Z_doc_b2pe3zr.jpeg Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa reacts during a Senate plenary session on the third day of him holed up in the Senate building in Manila on May 13, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/6okckyvb/Screenshot_2026_05_11_at_4_04_31_PM.png A dramatic scene emerged in the Philippine Senate on Monday, May 11, 2026, when Senator Ronald "Bato" Delarosa, a known Duterte ally, showed up after months of absence. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T19:47:18.828+04:00 Gunshots at Philippine Senate as 'Bato', ex-top-cop-turned-lawmaker wanted by ICC, holds out Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-receives-crown-prince-of-ajman-2-1.500539509 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/q8trm32d/j1e03pgd1ka1hsqpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T19:39:28.524+04:00 UAE President receives Crown Prince of Ajman UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/how-iran-s-dark-fleet-keeps-oil-flowing-despite-sanctions-1.500539433 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/5gxrf5je/iran_oil_1778683129736.jpg This handout photo from United Against Nuclear Iran shows two oil tankers making a ship-to-ship transfer of Iranian oil in the Eastern Outer Port Limits (EOPL), 70 kilometers off Malaysia. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T19:31:23.018+04:00 How Iran’s ‘dark fleet’ keeps oil flowing despite sanctions Mena, Americas, Asia, Gulf, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/cbse-class-12-results-2026-uae-schools-celebrate-strong-pass-rates-and-top-scores-despite-regional-conflict-1.500539468 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-17/6idb11ln/STAFFNAT_260217_CBSE_Exam_VSAKLANI_91771306565207.jpg Class 10 students engage in last-minute revision before their first CBSE board exam at Delhi Private School centre. (Photo for representation purposes only) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-03/ea8l7sni/Punit-Vasu.jpg Punit Vasu, CEO, Indian High School, Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8c98sy80/Ms__Rashmi_Nandkeolyar_Principal_and_Director_DPSD.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/5zu4s1ru/aca6be57_f3bd_4cf8_8ff0_621691c13294.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/exrb3q4u/e8931e9f-4e79-47bc-ba9f-14611534f81b.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T19:20:42.327+04:00 CBSE class 12 results 2026: UAE schools celebrate strong pass rates and top scores despite regional conflict Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/adgm-draws-global-financial-giants-managing-44-trillion-to-establish-operations-in-abu-dhabi-1.500539438 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/p6ji3v9t/Abu-Dhabi-Global-Market https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/zri2e96q/IMG_5151.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/hb6kkdb4/IMG_5154.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/w6lwvw6d/IMG_5153.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T18:52:24.983+04:00 ADGM draws global financial giants managing $4.4 trillion to establish operations in Abu Dhabi UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/out-of-gts-8-wins-in-ipl-7-player-of-the-match-awards-went-to-bowlers-1.500539397 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4r4k5pv2/Gujarat-Titans-bowlers The real reason behind the GT's revival has been their bowling unit. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4r4k5pv2/Gujarat-Titans-bowlers The real reason behind the GT's revival has been their bowling unit. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T18:31:25.741+04:00 Out of GT's 8 wins in IPL, 7 Player of the Match awards went to bowlers IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/the-must-see-off-site-venice-biennale-exhibitions-of-2026-1.500539399 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/puxi0yed/Venice-Biennale https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/slyfhvfk/IMAGE_1.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/qyld244o/IMAGE_2.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/qmaqtgn2/IMAGE_4___credit_Federico_Sutera.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/71t9jdql/Venice-Biennale Gulf News en 2026-05-13T18:28:31.447+04:00 The must-see off-site Venice Biennale Exhibitions of 2026 The Kurator https://gulfnews.com/sport/leroy-fer-on-a-new-era-at-gulf-united-fc-1.500538758 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/3iuk0prb/IMG0333.JPG.jpeg Leroy Fer joined Gulf United last summer https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/fybnqtti/5X1A8748.jpg Gulf United put on a show for their fans in their new home on Sunday evening https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/ge17ays3/IMG_0330_JPG__1_.jpeg Fer shares a handshake with former Gulf United forward Lars Veldwijk who got a big move to Emirates Club in the UAE Pro League https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/5xodbdyg/5X1A8711.jpg Gulf United pride themselves on developing young talent and creating clear pathways into senior football https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/0kjalczn/5X1A9456.jpg Fans watched on as Gulf United won their opening match in the new JA Stadium Gulf News en 2026-05-13T18:25:53.529+04:00 Leroy Fer on a new era at Gulf United FC Sport, Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/sharjah-islamic-bank-rights-issue-draws-dh83-billion-in-demand-1.500538926 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/kxo37vz1/Sharjah-Islamic-Bank-HQ.jpg SIB said the transaction would strengthen its capital position and support its long-term growth plans. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T18:22:48.291+04:00 Sharjah Islamic Bank rights issue draws Dh8.3 billion in demand Banking, Markets, Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-announces-five-day-eid-al-adha-holiday-1.500539357 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-06/c0b3nlsl/Eid-Al-Adha-gulfnewsimport2023061120230611-eid-al-adha188ab60860elarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-13T17:55:38.813+04:00 Dubai announces five-day Eid Al Adha holiday UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-arrives-in-china-for-superpower-summit-with-xi-1.500538237 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/dz8y1cat/ANI_20260513124504.jpg US President Donald Trump arrives aboard Air Force One at Beijing Capital International Airport during his visit to the country, in Beijing, China Gulf News en 2026-05-13T17:35:33.723+04:00 Trump arrives in China for superpower summit with Xi Americas, China https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anushka-sharma-returns-to-screens-with-new-ad-reminds-fans-what-bollywoods-been-missing-1.500539259 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/gbzoot3g/anushka.JPG Anushka Sharma in a new ad Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:58:19.651+04:00 Anushka Sharma returns to screens with new ad, reminds fans what Bollywood’s been missing Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-archaeology-authority-opens-world-heritage-office-to-safeguard-unesco-sites-and-future-nominations-1.500539185 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/087qe6go/d6y03pei1ka16lnpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:47:24.562+04:00 Sharjah Archaeology Authority opens World Heritage Office to safeguard UNESCO sites and future nominations Government, Environment https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-taxi-to-acquire-national-taxi-in-dh145-billion-deal-1.500539232 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/n91rbgog/Dubai-Taxi.jpg Dubai Taxi to acquire National Taxi, a well-established and high-quality operator founded in 2000 and operating approximately 2,500 licensed plates and a fleet of over 2,700 vehicles across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:33:20.629+04:00 Dubai Taxi to acquire National Taxi in Dh1.45 billion deal Markets, Dubai taxis https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/shots-heard-at-philippine-senate-as-lawmaker-wanted-by-icc-holds-out-1.500539183 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/u4vnhins/newsml_afp_com_20260513T085912Z_doc_b2pe3zr.jpeg Multiple gunshots were heard late Wednesday inside the Philippine Senate, where a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court has sought refuge, AFP journalists said. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:32:37.138+04:00 Shots heard at Philippine Senate as lawmaker wanted by ICC holds out: AFP Philippines https://gulfnews.com/technology/what-is-googles-gemini-intelligence-how-ai-agents-will-reshape-control-of-your-android-phone-1.500539178 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/dlmosy20/newsml_afp_com_20260507T122430Z_doc_b2628we.jpeg A photo taken on May 7, 2026 shows the letters AI for Artificial Intelligence on a laptop screen (R) next to the logo of the Google's Gemini chatbot application on a smartphone screen in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:24:39.046+04:00 What is Google’s Gemini Intelligence? How AI agents will control your Android phone Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/qatar-airways-resumes-abu-dhabi-flights-with-double-daily-service-1.500539201 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2009/10/13/1_16a0808fb20.513955_1042359817_16a0808fb20_large.jpg Qatar Airways says it is "steadily advancing the phased restoration of its global network across six continents." Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:18:39.834+04:00 Qatar Airways resumes Abu Dhabi flights with double-daily service Aviation, Travel, Qatar Airways, travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/mediclinic-middle-east-and-metlife-partner-to-deliver-nationwide-access-to-virtual-care-1.500537803 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/82anhsp4/20220720f6fb8443cb1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:16:03.878+04:00 Mediclinic Middle East and MetLife partner to deliver nationwide access to virtual care Health, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/vijay-stamps-authority-with-emphatic-trust-vote-win-1.500539170 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/dxkpbm3y/20260512101f.jpg In his first major Assembly address after winning the trust vote, Vijay sought to project his government as a people-centric administration rooted in “social justice, equal opportunity and secularism. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:04:30.840+04:00 Vijay stamps authority with emphatic trust vote win India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/uk-army-in-daring-island-parachute-op-to-aid-suspected-hantavirus-patient-2-1.500539181 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/xfl1p5zr/newsml_afp_com_20260510T123231Z_doc_b2e76h9.jpeg Hondius. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T16:02:10.658+04:00 UK army in 'daring' island parachute op to aid suspected Hantavirus patient World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kasco-developments-completes-volna-beachfront-residences-in-dubais-al-jaddaf-1.500539172 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/r810fq1u/Kasco-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T15:56:01.011+04:00 KASCO Developments completes VOLNA beachfront residences in Dubai’s Al Jaddaf GN Focus, Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-said-iran-s-military-was-decimated-us-intel-says-missile-threat-to-hormuz-remains-1.500539059 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/0eaojw3k/ANI_20260422034843.jpg An Iranian Kheibarshekan missile at an undisclosed location in Iran. Iran has reportedly regained access to most missile sites overlooking the Strait of Hormuz, according to intelligence assessments cited by The New York Times. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T15:23:02.763+04:00 Despite Trump’s claims of a decimated Iranian military, why Tehran still threatens Hormuz shipping Mena, Americas, Gulf, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/gta-vi-wont-burn-a-hole-in-your-pocket-as-new-price-leak-softens-100-doom-posting-1.500539119 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-26/q19wo0xr/GTAVI.webp GTA VI will release this year on November 19. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T15:20:41.372+04:00 GTA VI won't burn a hole in your pocket as new price leak softens $100 doom-posting Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/swapan-sadhan-bose-former-mohun-bagan-president-and-rajya-sabha-mp-dies-at-79-in-kolkata-1.500539098 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/b0vy2khq/45.jpg 'Tutu Babu' passed away late on Tuesday at a private hospital where he had been undergoing treatment for multiple health complications. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T15:20:33.724+04:00 Swapan Sadhan Bose, former Mohun Bagan president and Rajya Sabha MP, dies at 79 in Kolkata India, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/which-stars-will-miss-out-on-the-world-cup-due-to-injury-1.500539126 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/633rk5hk/preview.jpg Hugo Ekitike reacts after getting injured during the Champions League quarterfinal second leg soccer match between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain in Liverpool, England, Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T15:19:01.641+04:00 Which stars will miss out on the World Cup due to injury? Football https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/beyond-the-classroom-what-students-truly-need-to-learn-1.500538908 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8evkfwko/cdc-GDokEYnOfnE-unsplash.jpg Classrooms are changing. Learning is becoming more inquiry-led and connected, with less emphasis on repetition and more on understanding. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T15:09:00.000+04:00 Beyond the classroom: What students truly need to learn Op-Eds, Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/what-sets-queen-elizabeths-school-at-dubai-sports-city-apart-1.500536266 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/1tb5tldo/QE-lead.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/ts2q5dft/QE-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:59:01.867+04:00 What sets Queen Elizabeth’s School at Dubai Sports City apart Education, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-arrests-womens-gang-over-ro20000-home-thefts-using-hidden-spare-keys-1.500539019 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/sqem4zgo/202511253587250.jpg Police said the suspects targeted residences where homeowners had concealed spare keys in easily accessible places. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:48:31.923+04:00 Oman arrests women’s gang over RO20,000 home thefts using hidden spare keys Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-saves-dh367-million-by-cutting-bureaucracy-by-75-per-cent-1.500539080 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/ryaf3mk4/44.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/q1ar4vjb/___________________________________________________1_.JPG Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:44:45.883+04:00 Dubai Police saves Dh367 million by cutting bureaucracy by 75 per cent UAE https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/eid-al-adha-staycations-in-uae-best-hotel-offers-from-aed-199-1.500530364 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/c3dehb8h/IMG3387.jpeg From Dh199, book Eid staycations across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and beyond Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:40:26.144+04:00 Eid Al Adha staycations in UAE: Best hotel offers from Dh199 Lifestyle, people, eid al adha, lifestyle, Eid Al Adha https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sanjay-dutt-hails-dubais-safety-talks-fame-money-and-reflects-on-dhurandhar-blockbuster-high-1.500538876 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/k95et1ru/TAB_190918_Sanjay_Dutt_CE14_1569247368053_16d5e6e9376_original_ratio.jpg Bollywood superstar Sanjay Dutt https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/12/31/Sanjay-Dutt_18cbf38ee96_large.jpg Sanjay Dutt with his family in Dubai. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-19/9czlubcu/202603193713896.jpg Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar 2 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ucp8ggk5/1_16a084d7cf8_2238401_294200496_16a084d7cf8_original_ratio.jpg Sanjay Dutt (centre) with his parents Sunil and Nargis. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:27:38.521+04:00 Sanjay Dutt hails Dubai’s safety, talks fame, money, and reflects on ‘Dhurandhar’ blockbuster high Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, Bollywood icons, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-seeks-a-board-seat-at-swift-as-banking-sector-climbs-global-rankings-1.500539025 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/vatltb1u/DAE-Offices-DIFC.jpg A view of the Dubai skyline. The UAE is seeking representation on the board of global financial messaging network Swift as its banking sector expands its role in international payments and trade. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:20:49.666+04:00 UAE seeks a board seat at Swift as banking sector climbs global rankings Banking, UAE Central Bank, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-pm-modis-landmark-visits-to-the-uae-a-visual-timeline-since-2015-1.500538998 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/kkz87cz0/FACDB653-EF84-445E-9DD1-A5DC7193B5D3.jpg Talks between UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Abu Dhabi on May 15 are expected to focus on strengthening cooperation in energy, trade, investment and regional security. Prime Minister Modi’s visit comes as the UAE and India continue to deepen their strategic and economic partnership. Above, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his landmark 2015 UAE visit, welcomed by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi (then Crown Prince). https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/mwpo8z49/MODII-2015-1.jpg Prime Minister Modi’s landmark visit to the UAE on August 16-17, 2015, was the first by an Indian prime minister in 34 years and served as a catalyst for the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries. Hosted by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the visit focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, energy and security. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/bx97yjf3/MODI-2015.jpg Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi takes a selfie with Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan and Anwar Gargash during his visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi in 2015. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/u6et8kzq/modi-masdar.jpg Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with his delegation and officials, tours the Masdar City complex in Abu Dhabi during his 2015 UAE visit. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/tc3nb67r/MODI-2018-3.jpg Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to the brave UAE soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of the nation at Wahat Al Karama, the “Oasis of Dignity”, in Abu Dhabi during his 2018 visit. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/bvzn1n4d/modi-2018.jpg Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a session at the World Government Summit on February 11, 2018, in Dubai. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/a3jd40wj/MODI_OPERA.jpg Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets members of the Indian community at the iconic Dubai Opera in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, during his 2018 visit. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/tirk9mad/MODI-2019.jpg Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, at the launch of a commemorative stamp marking the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi in Abu Dhabi on August 24, 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/jj4jqbso/MODI-2023.jpg During his 2023 UAE visit, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspect a guard of honour at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/vmeluzdf/MODI-2024.jpg Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledges the crowd after addressing the Indian diaspora at the “Ahlan Modi” event at Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi in 2024. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/6tc2l16x/MODI-TEMPLE.jpg Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands with two Hindu priests in front of the BAPS Hindu Mandir, which he inaugurated during his 2024 UAE visit. The temple was built at a cost of Dh350 million. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:18:53.261+04:00 Indian PM Modi’s landmark visits to the UAE: A visual timeline since 2015 UAE, India, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/philippine-airlines-extends-mideast-flight-suspension-what-travellers-need-to-know-1.500539020 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/06/Stock---Manila-Airport_17bb96636d0_large.jpg Philippine Airlines has temporarily suspended Middle East flights until August due to overall airspace safety concerns Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:16:18.983+04:00 Philippine Airlines extends Mideast flight suspension: What travellers need to know Aviation, UAE, Dubai, Philippines, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-taxi-takes-off-archer-aviation-stock-soars-13-on-major-faa-milestone-2026-launch-optimism-1.500538996 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/dy5upkwe/Archer-Q126-US-operations-expected-to-begin-in-2026.jpeg MILESTONE: Archer is first to electric vertical takeoff and landing "air taxi" maker to close Phase 3 of the FAA’s 4-phase Type Cert process for eVTOL aircraft. It is advancing commercial readiness with expanded piloted flight test program & operational control of Hawthorne Airport in LA. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/to2wlrwb/flyarcher.jpeg Archer Aviation's US commercial operations are expected to begin this year (2026) under the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), marking a major step toward bringing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft into everyday service. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:07:39.515+04:00 Air taxi takes off: Archer Aviation stock soars 13% on major FAA milestone, 2026 launch optimism Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/50000-retirees-to-benefit-from-insurance-discounts-through-tamm-1.500539024 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/b90kamow/0206249b-6d4b-47f9-a8db-0d83c580f522.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T14:03:16.703+04:00 50,000 retirees to benefit from insurance discounts through TAMM UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/technology/why-trump-called-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-for-china-trip-at-the-last-minute-1.500539011 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-10/g8ob3yxu/ANI_20251210015910.jpg Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and US President Donald Trump shake hands. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:59:27.879+04:00 Why Trump called Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang for China trip at the last minute Technology, Markets, Americas, China, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/thinkprop-launches-uaes-first-ai-academy-for-real-estate-professionals-1.500539012 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/a7y5ogbe/aaaa.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:55:59.648+04:00 ThinkProp launches UAE’s first AI Academy for real estate professionals Education, Property https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-moves-to-expand-workplace-nurseries-to-support-working-parents-1.500538843 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/x5kbbzp2/OPN_NURSERY_KIDS_189728d660e_original_ratio.jpg Saudi government authorities directed to work on expanding childcare nurseries at public and private sector workplaces with large numbers of employees, as part of efforts to boost women’s participation in the labour market. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:53:12.797+04:00 Saudi Arabia moves to expand workplace nurseries to support working parents Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/inside-the-neet-leak-nashik-student-whatsapp-trails-45-hour-head-start-1.500539003 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/18mrewp7/arresye.gif A major breakthrough in the investigation came after the detention of Shubham Khairnar, a 30-year-old Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) student from Nashik. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/js5zpi9t/shubnam.gif According to reports, Khairnar allegedly bought the leaked paper from a Pune-based suspect for Rs10 lakh and later sold it in Haryana for Rs15 lakh, pocketing a Rs5 lakh profit. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:52:42.305+04:00 Inside the NEET leak: Nashik student, WhatsApp trails, 45-hour head start India, crime, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/will-a-blister-stop-blistering-mcilroy-at-the-pga-championship-1.500539000 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/x9zln6be/2019_Players_Championship___McIlroy_got_his_hands_on_the__fifth_major__after_beating_Jim_Furyk_by_on.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:45:18.609+04:00 Will a blister stop blistering McIlroy at the PGA Championship? Sport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/best-dressed-at-cannes-2026-couture-moments-that-stole-the-show-1.500538896 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/qcpxglkn/newsml_afp_com_20260512T190258Z_doc_b2mt4hx.jpeg From archival fashion to sculptural couture, Cannes 2026 delivered standout style moments. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/r3btfq03/newsml_afp_com_20260512T123415Z_doc_b2ll2rl.jpeg Demi Moore at the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8h4tk3u1/photo_collage_png__3_.png Ruth Negga at the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8qx5xedx/newsml_afp_com_20260512T202017Z_doc_b2n46p9.jpeg Chinese singer Chang Sisi arrives at the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/0u8vv4sa/newsml_afp_com_20260511T173129Z_doc_b2hu3he.jpeg Skye Hankey arrives at the Grand Hyatt Cannes Hotel Martinez, on the eve of the opening ceremony of the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/k5e56frg/ANI_20260512122838.jpg Alia Bhatt at Cannes 2026 (Photo/Instagram@aliaabhatt) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/orecmds2/newsml_afp_com_20260512T201603Z_doc_b2mq8mh.jpeg US actress Kelly Rutherford arrives for the Cannes Film Festival https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/wfu0xaxx/newsml_afp_com_20260512T155248Z_doc_b2mj2x8.jpeg Dubai influencer Farhana Bodi arrives at the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/s0st8p4i/newsml_afp_com_20260512T161640Z_doc_b2ml7gq.jpeg French actress Frederique Bel arrives at the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/ncrsjzsi/newsml_afp_com_20260512T160250Z_doc_b2mk7kt.jpeg British model and actress Poppy Delevingne arrives at the Cannes Film Festival Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:39:26.809+04:00 Best dressed at Cannes 2026: From Demi Moore to Alia Bhatt, couture moments that stole the show Entertainment, Fashion, HollyWood, hollywood, Fashion https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-judicial-department-highlights-role-of-marriage-in-strengthening-family-stability-1.500538831 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/q6y188g1/1b77080e-7fa3-43bb-b9e8-56df26057ab8.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:38:34.467+04:00 Abu Dhabi Judicial Department highlights role of marriage in strengthening family stability Government https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/musk-cook-among-us-executives-invited-to-join-trump-on-trip-to-china-1.500538991 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8yhr1b9x/preview.jpg President Donald Trump, left, and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake hands before their meeting at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea, Oct. 30, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:37:26.566+04:00 Musk, Cook among US executives invited to join Trump on trip to China Americas, China, America https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-clarifies-rules-for-workers-switching-jobs-after-employment-contract-ends-1.500538875 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ewyo15me/Labour_ban_17477149be3_original_ratio.jpg workers may transfer to another company after their employment relationship ends in cases where a contract expires or both parties mutually agree to terminate it. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:25:38.350+04:00 UAE clarifies rules for workers switching jobs after employment contract ends Government, UAE Labour Law https://gulfnews.com/friday/friday-partner/30-years-of-lost-mobility-reversed-by-advanced-shoulder-surgery-in-ras-al-khaimah-1.500538977 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/7mxmwsa2/RAK-Hospital.jpg RAK Hospital https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/dwzcgc7x/Dr__Bharath_Patil__Orthopedic_Surgeon_at_the_RAK_Hospital_with_the_patient_Keith_Lukin.jpeg Dr Bharath Patil, Orthopedic Surgeon at the RAK Hospital with the patient, Keith Lukin Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:25:18.938+04:00 RAK Hospital performs life-changing shoulder surgery, ending 30 years of suffering Friday-Partner https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/what-it-takes-to-reach-the-top-of-europe-uae-based-indian-climbers-journey-to-elbrus-summit-1.500538887 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/158gtgt4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-23.41.29.jpeg "UAE is my home and I carried that message to the top of Europe," said Siyad Moideenkutty. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/li8vt8pz/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-23.42.34.jpeg Moideenkutty with the members of his team from India, China, Switzerland, France, and UK, alongside two Russian guides https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/kgbaaf7w/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-13.21.51.jpeg Moideenkutty with his family in the UAE https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/m5f61wkn/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-12.41.30.jpeg Moideenkutty go to mountains like Jebel Jais and Jebel Hamri to do circuit training on most weekends https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/wscfjl5t/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-23.58.24.jpeg Moideenkutty has also been trained on mountaineering and advance mountaineering skills from the National Institute of Mountaineering in India Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:24:04.607+04:00 What it takes to reach the top of Europe: UAE-based Indian climber’s journey to Elbrus summit people, UAE, india https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/danube-properties-to-host-one-day-only-mega-property-sale-in-dubai-on-may-16-1.500538958 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/yw35v6x4/Danube-new.gif Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman, Danube Group Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:12:12.253+04:00 Danube Properties to host One Day Only Mega Property Sale In Dubai on May 16 Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/bayanat-engineering-announces-landmark-deployment-of-advanced-meteorological-sensors-at-dubais-first-commercial-vertiport-1.500538884 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/mq9kamhj/Bayanat-Engineering.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/rfpypaz5/Bayanat_Engineering.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T13:02:58.135+04:00 Bayanat Engineering announces landmark deployment of advanced Meteorological Sensors at Dubai’s First Commercial Vertiport Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/cbse-class-12-results-released-8520-students-pass-1.500538948 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/mng7tnhl/Examinationcompetitive16abaf9bc2elarge.jpg A total of 1,507,109 students cleared the CBSE exams in 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T12:56:54.616+04:00 CBSE Class 12 results released, 85.20% students pass India, Education https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/did-air-india-cut-international-flights-on-sky-high-fuel-costs-carrier-clarifies-1.500538945 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/wnhnykgy/air_india_1686136176740_188958c40a4_original_ratio.jpg Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T12:55:35.626+04:00 Did Air India cut international flights on sky-high fuel costs? Carrier clarifies Tourism, India, UAE Travel, india, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-powers-the-uaes-biggest-infrastructure-boom-suhail-al-mazrouei-1.500538872 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/28a9xh3g/IMG5145.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T12:37:22.747+04:00 Abu Dhabi powers the UAE’s biggest infrastructure boom: Suhail Al Mazrouei UAE https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/uae-school-fees-how-dubai-schools-are-helping-families-with-flexible-payment-plans-1.500538880 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-25/3ojzswyr/STAFFNAT_250825_BTS_Indian_High_School_VSAKLANI_131756101369443.jpg As school fees remain one of the biggest household expenses in the UAE, institutions are finding new ways to keep education within reach. Picture used for illustrative purposes. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-06/q1q70h9d/Punit_Vasu.jpg Punit MK Vasu https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/x1qeueji/4cefbb5f_0bce_453c_8d90_e275d6c48d68.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/yoae88te/Ms.Deepika-Thapar-Singh-CEO-Principal-Credence-High-School.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T12:21:05.931+04:00 UAE school fees: How Dubai schools are helping families with flexible payment plans Living-Education, Education, KHDA, UAE schools, Dubai private schools https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mouni-roy-breaks-silence-on-separation-rumours-with-suraj-nambiar-give-us-space-and-privacy-1.500538881 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/18/Mouni-Roy-celebrates-first-Holi-with-husband-Suraj-Nambiar_17f9c13733b_large.jpg Mouni Roy shared the first post after rumours about speculation. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T12:02:18.880+04:00 Mouni Roy breaks silence on separation rumours with Suraj Nambiar: 'Give us space and privacy' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/audemars-piguet-and-swatch-reimagining-the-pocket-watch-with-pop-art-flair-1.500538804 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/le3anbls/Swatch9.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/e062bvng/Swatch7.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/vsn9v01r/Swatch1.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/jjdxzzfx/Swatch5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:54:54.089+04:00 Audemars Piguet and Swatch: Reimagining the pocket watch with pop art flair GN Focus, Corporate-News, Retail, Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-launches-3minute-digital-system-for-issuing-attesting-academic-certificates-via-dalil-platform-1.500538855 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/fgd2l16p/1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:53:14.480+04:00 Sharjah launches 3‑minute digital system for issuing, attesting academic certificates via Dalil platform Government https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/audemars-piguet-x-swatch-royal-pop-sets-a-new-mood-7-standout-watches-worth-your-attention-uae-2026-1.500538766 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/25/watch_192295083fe_large.jpg This guide brings together seven standout watches that each, in their own way, tap into this more open, design-driven approach. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:52:39.211+04:00 Audemars Piguet x Swatch ‘Royal Pop’ sets a new mood: 7 standout watches worth your attention, UAE 2026 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/abu-dhabi-launches-dh55-billion-public-private-partnership-infrastructure-package-at-adis-2026-1.500538826 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/onjaeafe/42.jpg The inaugural edition of the summit attracted more than 4,100 participants from over 100 countries. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:36:36.361+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches Dh55 billion public-private partnership infrastructure package at ADIS 2026 economy, UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/mulayam-singh-yadavs-son-prateek-yadav-dies-at-the-age-of-38-2-1.500538844 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/miordl0c/prateek-yadav-lung.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/0zup0vr2/prateekyadavdeathreason-1778642101.jpg Prateek and Aparna. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:34:51.441+04:00 Mulayam Singh Yadav's son Prateek Yadav dies at the age of 38 India https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/hajj-2026-saudi-arabia-launches-new-mobility-and-support-services-for-elderly-and-disabled-pilgrims-at-the-prophets-mosque-in-medina-1.500538820 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/rzl6usu4/Prophet-Mosque-in-Medina.webp The services include electric and manual wheelchairs, dedicated transport carts at specially designated routes to help pilgrims move around the mosque and its courtyards more easily. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:33:46.603+04:00 Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia launches new mobility and support services for elderly and disabled pilgrims at the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/eid-holiday-concerts-in-dubai-2026-from-stadium-shows-to-dj-sets-1.500538705 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/keoxd6e2/photo-collage.png-1.png From DJ sets to Arabic music icons, Dubai’s Eid lineup brings nonstop live music shows https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/genkcgg4/Elexsandom.webp Elexsandom https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/w2j68ouq/Adam.jpg Adam https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/oklhm1at/1_16a084e1acf_2251299_1695570859_16a084e1acf_original_ratio.jpg Majid Al Mohandis https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/jkz5xx9q/d36ced9f-9750-4dce-b53d-2e6b639935a7.webp Kurd Maverick Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:28:21.950+04:00 Eid holiday concerts in Dubai 2026: From stadium shows to DJ sets Entertainment, Lifestyle, Things-To-Do-Events-Concerts, Music, UAE, Dubai, Music, lifestyle, Eid Al Adha https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/ras-al-khaimah-police-arrest-hit-and-run-driver-within-5-hours-after-crash-injuring-three-women-1.500538813 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/r3c7rosj/IMG-20260513-WA0038.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:20:37.502+04:00 Ras Al Khaimah Police arrest hit-and-run driver within 5 hours after crash injuring three women Crime https://gulfnews.com/business/property/adis-2026-abu-dhabi-unveils-dh209b-infrastructure-push-for-future-smart-cities-1.500538814 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4tm06mpz/IMG5143.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T11:15:13.741+04:00 ADIS 2026: Abu Dhabi unveils Dh209b infrastructure push for future smart cities Property, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/uae-residents-among-first-to-access-new-st-kitts-and-nevis-biometric-passport-1.500538795 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/3ct83b9f/St-Kitts-and-Nevis-biometric-passport.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T10:55:24.535+04:00 UAE residents among first to access new St. Kitts and Nevis biometric passport Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/parkin-rolls-out-500-ai-cameras-for-automated-street-parking-payments-across-dubai-1.500538775 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/ld17zuh5/parkin.jpg The devices are fully solar-powered, reflecting Dubai’s wider push toward sustainable urban infrastructure. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T10:47:10.446+04:00 Parkin rolls out 500+ AI cameras for automated street parking payments across Dubai Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/abu-dhabis-phoenix-group-partners-with-dc-max-to-unlock-8-billion-european-ai-data-center-opportunity-with-lyon-france-as-first-deployment-2-1.500538760 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/1705rrce/PHX-PR-Option-A.png From left: Matthias Luecker, Chairman of DC Max, and Munaf Ali, Co-Founder and Group CEO of Phoenix Group, during the signing ceremony for the strategic partnership between Phoenix Group and DC Max to launch a European AI infrastructure platform anchored by the company’s first deployment in Lyon, France Gulf News en 2026-05-13T10:25:38.334+04:00 Abu Dhabi's Phoenix Group partners with DC Max to unlock $8 billion European AI data center opportunity, with Lyon, France as first deployment Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-delivery-driver-to-dubais-sky-high-stages-rory-ohanlon-riffs-on-gucci-glamour-brutal-heat-and-expat-laughs-1.500538737 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/jaocv1io/Rory-O-Hanlon0236bphoto-by-steve-ullathorne.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/6hnbafod/Rory-2.jpg Rory O’Hanlon will perform in Dubai this month Gulf News en 2026-05-13T10:06:24.575+04:00 From delivery driver to Dubai’s sky-high stages: Rory O’Hanlon riffs on Gucci glamour, brutal heat and expat laughs Entertainment, UAE, World, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/where-to-find-embroidered-emirati-mukhawar-dresses-across-dubai-this-eid-season-1.500538649 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/aqmtppj4/wietRVwe3QRYecKGq60VSSGpfv0qD06HRFvgLsm1.jpg The Mukhawar is a full-length Emirati jalabiya celebrated for its hand-crafted embroidery and rich fabrics https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/sqtmx8fw/1679852263_729.jpg Unlike an abaya, which functions as an outer layer, the Mukhawar is a standalone dress worn for both daily life and major occasions. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/bdq83w8l/img5380-scaled.jpeg Taj Almaha Mukhawar 3athari https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/z2nrv9ca/SnapInsta.to663267572182625357192940638382765685546880721n.jpg Beaded with crystal embroidery Mukhawar https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/tmyw8ehy/1_16a07fadf9a_1446914_993944308_16a07fadf9a_original_ratio.jpg Known to have some of the best quality embroidery work in the world Pakistani textiles sold at the Pakistan Pavilion at Global Village are popular with locals and tourists visiting Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-13/456wilqi/newsml_afp_com_20260413T191013Z_doc_a7np2u2.jpeg Tourists walk in the Dubai old Souk on April 13, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/5uknxld8/Screenshot_2026_05_13_at_9_13_17_AM.png The Cotton Company have over 160 products online as well Gulf News en 2026-05-13T10:00:00.000+04:00 Where to find embroidered Emirati Mukhawar dresses across Dubai this Eid season Lifestyle, Fashion, Eid, Fashion, Dubai, Eid Al Adha UAE, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/new-spot-for-active-fun-air-maniax-brings-family-fun-to-dubais-motor-city-1.500538728 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/xplct5gr/Air-Maniax.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T09:52:19.281+04:00 New Spot for Active Fun: Air Maniax brings family fun to Dubai’s Motor City Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/virat-kohlis-viral-like-row-influencer-lizlaz-says-she-was-offered-money-to-smear-him-he-did-nothing-wrong-1.500538723 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/sxulnykn/newsml_afp_com_20260510T132426Z_doc_b2ef4zv.jpeg LizLaz suggests that parts of the narrative may have been deliberately engineered Gulf News en 2026-05-13T09:43:01.720+04:00 Virat Kohli's viral 'like' row: Influencer LizLaz says she was offered money to smear him — 'He did nothing wrong' Entertainment, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistans-azam-khan-snubs-babar-azam-in-favour-of-rohit-sharma-1.500538483 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/2tzpjzd4/Babar-Azam Azam Khan snubbed Babar Azam for Rohit Sharma in this and that interview https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/2tzpjzd4/Babar-Azam Azam Khan snubbed Babar Azam for Rohit Sharma in this and that interview Gulf News en 2026-05-13T09:30:00.000+04:00 Pakistan’s Azam Khan snubs Babar Azam in favour of Rohit Sharma Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/how-uae-parents-are-coping-with-school-costs-1.500538453 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jumh4c56/STOCK_BACK_TO_SCHOOL_18a1dc40b45_original_ratio.jpg Photo for illustrative purposes only https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/4fv1kcef/Deepak-Khatri.jpeg Deepak Khatri with his wife and daughter https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/qx8onpkq/Sameen-Fatima.jpeg Sameen Fatima with her daughter https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/wyj10l3j/Ami-Rasheed.jpeg Ami Rasheed https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/ytr0ms8s/Rakhi-PV.jpeg Rakhi PV Gulf News en 2026-05-13T09:30:00.000+04:00 How UAE parents are coping with school costs Living-Education, people, UAE, Education, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/dubai-traffic-alert-accident-causes-congestion-on-al-khail-road-towards-abu-dhabi-1.500538715 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/cz02dudg/40.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T09:24:23.395+04:00 Dubai traffic alert: Accident causes congestion on Al Khail Road towards Abu Dhabi emergencies, Transport https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/watermelon-juice-summer-craze-healthy-refreshment-or-sugar-overload-in-disguise-uae-experts-weigh-in-1.500538692 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/ffq12snq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-13-at-09.07.50-1.jpeg An excessive intake may raise blood sugar levels, especially in people with diabetes or weight concerns. Fresh juice without added sugar is always the better choice. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/nfb5uu68/raghda.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/nqs8yq7t/Mr-Alvis-K-Benny.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T09:15:58.570+04:00 Watermelon juice summer craze: Healthy refreshment or sugar overload in disguise? UAE experts weigh in Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/audemars-piguet-x-swatch-royal-pop-unveiled-a-pop-art-spin-on-the-iconic-royal-oak-1.500538691 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8yet1igp/38.jpg Audemars Piguet x Swatch “Royal Pop” https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/k6cxg6ny/80f27800-3ca6-4380-9a27-377048a0ecca.avif AP and Swatch's new collaboration revealed Gulf News en 2026-05-13T08:58:13.834+04:00 Audemars Piguet x Swatch ‘Royal Pop’ unveiled: A pop art spin on the iconic Royal Oak Lifestyle, UAE, Luxury, Fashion, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-to-sight-dhu-al-hijjah-moon-on-may-17-using-advanced-observatories-1.500538671 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/f053sqjt/fdgsdfsfsdf.jpg The crescent moon of Dhu Al Hijjah will be sighted on Sunday evening, May 17 across the country. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T08:50:29.354+04:00 UAE to sight Dhu Al Hijjah moon on May 17 using advanced observatories UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kannada-actor-dileep-raj-dies-at-48-following-cardiac-arrest-1.500538683 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/hc3gwq0h/images-2.webp Dileep Raj Gulf News en 2026-05-13T08:39:04.793+04:00 Kannada actor Dileep Raj dies at 48 following cardiac arrest Entertainment, South-Indian, India, Health, india https://gulfnews.com/world/hantavirus-more-cases-likely-but-no-sign-of-a-global-wave-says-who-1.500538629 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/wcvo1ka8/newsml_afp_com_20260512T054729Z_doc_b2ka3cq.jpeg A passenger of the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius is pictured while leaving by military bus after disembarking in the port of Granadilla de Abona on the island of Tenerife in Spain's Canary Islands on May 11, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/xz1kqjqq/91474c59558a021d1d6629379974f013.jpg WHO director- general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus cautioned on Monday that while additional cases are expected to surface, there is “no sign we are seeing the start of a larger outbreak.” https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/10/15/1_16a083d62b7.2106062_2861848960_16a083d62b7_large.jpg (FILES) This file photo taken on March 10, 2015 shows a general view of Jamestown, the capital of the South Atlantic island of Saint Helena. Before the airport was completed, St Helena was one of the world's most isolated and inaccessible locations. It was only routinely reachable by sea, requiring a five-day-long voyage from Cape Town aboard a Royal Mail vessel that typically chugs along at a speed of just 15 knots (30 kilometres an hour). https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/rxuo8455/202605133785922.jpeg South Africa traces 97 contacts linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship hantavirus cases. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T08:21:51.441+04:00 Hantavirus: More cases 'likely', no sign of a global wave — WHO World https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/kuwait-warns-travellers-against-booking-with-unauthorised-airlines-1.500538642 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/qqdcpbvl/Kuwaitflag Only Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways are currently authorised to operate flights https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/0mjn776j/gulfnews2024-11-19ywzl5em6Airlinetickettravelbookingpricecard1882f4ae5aaoriginalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-13T08:21:48.381+04:00 Kuwait warns travellers against booking with unauthorised airlines Aviation, Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/cannes-2026-alia-bhatt-stuns-in-blush-pink-gown-calls-out-bollywoods-male-dominated-box-office-trends-1.500538639 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/xc1o8xwj/newsml_afp_com_20260512T183850Z_doc_b2n64qt.jpeg Alia Bhatt arrives for the Opening Ceremony and the screening of the film "La Venus electrique" (The Electric Kiss) at the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on May 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T08:06:55.840+04:00 Cannes 2026: Alia Bhatt stuns in blush-pink gown, calls out Bollywood's male-dominated box office trends Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/india-raises-gold-silver-import-duty-from-6-percent-to-15-per-cent-to-support-rupee-1.500538644 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/piteipo5/gulfnews2024-11-17kn4hbrufGODU316154443629961781ffcc6f6originalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-13T08:00:47.736+04:00 India raises gold, silver import duty from 6% to 15% to support rupee Retail, India https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/20-years-of-art-dubai-how-the-fair-became-the-foundation-of-dubais-cultural-identity-1.500538615 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/qtusrytt/ART-DUBAI-2011.jpg Visitors check out art displayed at Art Dubai in 2011, which has become a leading contemporary art fair for collectors artist and professionals from the Middle East, https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/zhi4ila5/Art-Dubai-2017Rana-BegumColourful-Geometric-Minimalism-Causes-A-Stir.jpg Art Dubai in 2017, installation by Rana Begum, Colourful Geometric Minimalism Causes A Stir https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/h02x8jng/Benedetta_Ghione__Executive_Director__Art_Dubai_Group.jpeg Benedetta Ghione, Executive Director of Art Dubai Group. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/yasw9qce/Art-Dubai-2019Muted-Situation-2Muted-Lion-Dance-by-Samson-YoungPerformance-Art.jpg Art Dubai in 2019, Muted Lion Dance by Samson Young https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/rdkpwt5q/Dunja_Gottweis__Director_of_Art_Dubai_Fair__Courtesy_Jurate_Veceraite.jpg Dunja Gottweis, Director of Art Dubai Fair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/bmiorsdo/The-Third-LineFarah-Al-Qasimi-Swimming-Pool-Michigan-2024-Archival-Inkjet-Print-87.63-x-127-cm-Edition-of-3-2AP.jpg The Third Line by Farah Al Qasimi, Swimming Pool (Michigan), 2024 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/l6zl544o/Lilia-Ben-SalahAmal-Abdenour-1931-2020-Maman-ne-pleure-pas-je-suis-bien-1974-79-electrographie-41-x-93-cm.-Courtesy-Enseigne-des-Oudin-photo-©-Gregory-Copitet-copy.jpeg Lilia Ben Salah_Amal Abdenour, 1931-2020, Maman ne pleure pas ! je suis bien ! 1974-79, electrographie, 41 x 93 cm. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/jfpj2g8h/Hashel-Al-Lamki-Maat-presented-by-Tabari-Artspace.jpg Hashel Al Lamki, Maat, presented by Tabari Artspace https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/6bjex513/Taymour-Grahne-ProjectsRoudhah-Al-MazroueiThe-Rest-I2025Oil-on-Canvas-.jpg Taymour Grahne Projects presents Roudhah Al Mazrouei, The Rest I_2025, Oil on Canvas https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/w08lvp2v/Alexie_Glass_Kantor__Executive_Director_Curatorial__Art_Dubai_Group_and_Co_curator__Bawwaba_Extended.jpeg Alexie Glass-Kantor, Executive Director Curatorial at Art Dubai Group https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/iu39cdh6/ART-DUBAI-2017.jpg Factory Drain art work by Thomas Zipp at Art Dubai 2017. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4t6ott5l/Art-Dubai-2023Gallery-HallsCreditSpark-Media.jpg Art Dubai 2023, Gallery Halls https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/dg6wv0gr/Art-Dubai-2024Debashish-PaulArt-Dubai-Commission-2024CreditSpark-Media.jpg Art Dubai 2024, Debashish Paul by Art Dubai Commission 2024 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/bj52crzl/Art-Dubai-2024Installation.jpg Art Dubai 2024, Installation Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:53:15.678+04:00 20 years of Art Dubai: How the fair became the foundation of Dubai's cultural identity Lifestyle, Arts Culture, UAE, Art Dubai, Dubai, lifestyle, art https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/vijay-grants-special-permission-for-9-am-shows-of-trisha-and-suriyas-karuppu-days-after-becoming-cm-1.500538624 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4t7jrj4k/VIJAY-TRISHA-11.jpg Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:41:00.858+04:00 Vijay grants special permission for 9 am shows of Trisha and Suriya's Karuppu days after becoming CM Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/from-surviving-the-pandemic-to-navigating-tensions-how-dubai-based-expat-builds-businesses-that-give-back-1.500537929 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/eyek34kl/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-01.07.19-4.jpeg Dubai-based Filipina entrepreneur Lourds Adalia-Evertse https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/51h81bwz/FotoJet.jpg Evertse organised free meals for frontline workers including delivery riders, many of whom continued working long shifts despite the uncertainty https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/rvsmn0ct/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-01.07.18-1.jpeg Evertse has focused on finding ways to support both her team and the wider community while keeping the business running https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/jh2twcdg/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-11.36.24.jpeg Chesko Barrios now works as part of the restaurant team https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/s1cinltr/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-01.07.19.jpeg Evertse has created a "community shelf," a free retail space inside the restaurant https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/qnrlvs4e/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-12-at-01.07.19-3.jpeg Evertse often refers to her two sons as “chief soda officers,” as they helped approve flavours and packaging decisions along the way Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:30:00.000+04:00 From surviving the pandemic to navigating tensions: How Dubai-based expat builds businesses that give back UAE Success Stories, people, United in Strength, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE, Restaurants in Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/eid-al-fitr-and-eid-al-adha-explained-the-meaning-behind-the-two-eids-1.500532332 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/11/Copy-of-NAT-190811-EID-ATIQ13--1---Read-Only-_16c815040c4_large.jpg Maan Al Shaar kissing his brother Omer Al Al Shaar after Eid Al Adha prayers at Al Noor Masjid in Sharjah on Eid https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/621d34jb/Eid_Al_Adha_Prayers_2021_17ac1f75112_original_ratio.jpg Dubai wishes motorists Eid Mubarak on the occasion of Eid Al Adha in 2021. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-20/2ju3cm78/gulfnews2026-03-20gx9kqsrgWhatsApp-Image-2026-03-20-at-7.55.25-AM.avif Celebrating Eid Al Fitr: Residents greet each other after prayers at Al Noor Mosque, Sharjah. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/07/07/Copy-of-NAT-220707-EID-PREP-AND-CATTLE-MARKET-ARAMZAN-10-1657199146590_181d8c43678_large.jpg Customers at the cattle market in Dubai, ahead of Eid Al Adha. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:11:13.580+04:00 Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha explained: the meaning behind the two Eids UAE, Lifestyle, Eid, UAE, Eid Al Adha https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-posts-graphic-of-venezuela-as-51st-us-state-1.500538515 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/3xvceu2y/Trump-Vene.jpeg US President Donald Trump posted a map graphic on his Truth Social platform depicting Venezuela with an inset American flag and the label "51st State." Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:06:10.100+04:00 Trump posts graphic of Venezuela as 51st US state Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/why-gcc-exam-cancellations-dont-have-to-halt-a-level-and-ib-students-success-1.500528101 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/5becx69f/Gulf-News-1.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/7qig3auj/Gulf-new-2.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/nj4favwq/Gulf-News-3.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ezyq4tdl/NCL.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:01:00.000+04:00 Why GCC exam cancellations don’t have to halt A level and IB students’ success Education, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/frustrated-trump-weighs-restarting-combat-operations-as-us-iran-war-ceasefire-falters-1.500537292 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/o480alrf/newsml_afp_com_20260512T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275846397.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to the press as he departs the White House on May 12, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump is traveling to China where he is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping for expected talks on the Iran conflict, trade imbalances, regional security, and economic cooperation between the two countries. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/o480alrf/newsml_afp_com_20260512T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275846397.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to the press as he departs the White House on May 12, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump is traveling to China where he is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping for expected talks on the Iran conflict, trade imbalances, regional security, and economic cooperation between the two countries. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/73192img/35.jpg Bags of Calbee potato crisps are seen at a convenience store in Tokyo. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/19fqlfdg/preview.jpg A shopper peruses cheese offerings at a Target store Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023, in Sheridan, Colo. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/bakxx9va/HHetZbW0AAJmsb.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/jbbza6r7/newsml_afp_com_20260512T145933Z_doc_b2m73we.jpeg First responders affiliated with the Islamic Risala Scout Association gather at the scene following Israeli bombardment that hit one of their facilities in the village of Arnoun in southern Lebanon on May 12, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/4rjxfplr/newsml_afp_com_20260512T145858Z_doc_b2m68t3.jpeg First responders affiliated with the Islamic Risala Scout Association gather at the scene following Israeli bombardment that hit their ambulances at a facility in the village of Arnoun in southern Lebanon on May 12, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/q4uv2qfz/newsml_afp_com_20260512T140133Z_doc_b2lz8t4.jpeg An explosion erupts in the area of al-Housh following Israeli bombardment as seen from Tyre in southern lebanon on May 12, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/sheiftpo/newsml_afp_com_20260512T181415Z_doc_b2n33wc.jpeg US President Donald Trump speaks to the press before walking to board Marine One as he departs from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/ciibsx9k/Capture.PNG https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/qwx7q7w7/newsml_afp_com_20260512T165318Z_doc_b2mq8mu.jpeg Lebanese first responders search for human remains at the site of an Israeli strike that targeted first aid responders as they were attending to a wounded person in the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh on May 12, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/vwhw4vy4/newsml_afp_com_20260512T165248Z_doc_b2mq924.jpeg Lebanese Red Cross workers search the site of an Israeli strike that targeted first aid responders as they were attending to a wounded person in the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh on May 12, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/bul3mslr/newsml_afp_com_20260512T165259Z_doc_b2mq8nm.jpeg A Lebanese first responder searches the site of an Israeli strike that targeted first aid responders as they were attending to a wounded person in the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh on May 12, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/xf6mt9lg/newsml_afp_com_20260512T165307Z_doc_b2mq8n9.jpeg Lebanese first responders search the site of an Israeli strike that targeted first aid responders as they were attending to a wounded person in the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh on May 12, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/8snpz8q8/newsml_afp_com_20260512T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275852705.jpeg President Donald Trump waves as he boards Air Force One on May 12, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/nvhsomea/newsml_afp_com_20260512T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275852545.jpeg President Donald Trump boards Air Force One on May 12, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/nm6l02jl/newsml_afp_com_20260512T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275852488.jpeg President Donald Trump gestures before he boards Air Force One on May 12, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/jhpddbb0/newsml_afp_com_20260512T184425Z_doc_b2n64pp.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Eric Trump, Lara Trump, walk to board Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on May 12, 2026 as he departs for a 3-day state visit to China. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:00:10.587+04:00 Trump weighs restarting Iran combat operations as US cost of war nearing $29b Mena, Americas, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/all-you-need-to-know-metro-blue-line-stations-1.500537846 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/0tlycpma/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_251777792263183.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-09/l245f70f/Dubai-Metro-blue-line World's tallest stations at the Dubai Metro Blue Line https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/zl4iz8kt/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_171777792557172.jpg A view of the largest underground intersection station at the Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/ohh7wa76/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_101777791953839.jpg Al Wugheisha tunnel boring machines breaking wall at the largest underground station on Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/w9dtk780/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_181777792245390.jpg Among the standout features is the interchange station at Dubai International City 1, set to become the largest underground interchange station in the Dubai Metro networkPhoto: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-05-13T07:00:00.000+04:00 All you need to know: Metro Blue Line stations Transport, Blue Line expansion https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-dusty-conditions-and-rough-seas-as-temperatures-expected-to-hit-43c-1.500538465 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/3dh8zr5g/Dust_Storm_in_Sharjah_178542fa353_original_ratio.jpg NCM forecasts stronger winds, dust and very rough seas through this week. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T06:10:29.234+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Dusty conditions and rough seas as temperatures expected to hit 43°C Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-slide-brent-and-wti-slip-after-three-days-of-gains-with-markets-reassessing-demand-in-asia-us-stock-data-growth-concerns-1.500538569 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/rdzlijp8/1_16a082ccc63_1937544_123808209_16a082ccc63_original_ratio.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/714tud6e/Screenshot-2026-05-13-at-9.51.28-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-05-13T06:06:24.593+04:00 Oil prices slide: Brent and WTI slip after three days of gains, with markets reassessing demand in Asia, US stock data, growth concerns Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/ronaldo-looked-helpless-as-al-nassr-keepers-blunder-denies-saudi-title-says-dream-is-close-1.500538499 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/jlv7x1s9/Ronaldo-looked-helpless-when-Bento-made-that-howler Ronaldo looked helpless when Bento made that howler https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/jlv7x1s9/Ronaldo-looked-helpless-when-Bento-made-that-howler Ronaldo looked helpless when Bento made that howler Gulf News en 2026-05-13T06:00:00.000+04:00 Ronaldo looked helpless as Al Nassr keeper's blunder denies Saudi title, says “dream is close” Football, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/tens-of-thousands-demonstrate-in-argentina-over-milei-university-cuts-1.500538486 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/8fczcq5v/rally-BA.jpeg A massive march in Buenos Aires, with replicas in other cities of Argentina, demands that Javier Milei's Government allocate funds to public universities, suffocated by the Executive's austerity measures. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T05:56:47.578+04:00 Tens of thousands demonstrate in Argentina over Milei university cuts Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/85-year-old-french-widow-caught-in-trumps-immigration-crackdown-describes-her-detention-1.500538006 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/vwwnq4jd/preview.jpg Marie-Therese Ross-Mahe, an 85-year-old French widow of a U.S. military veteran, poses in Orvault, western France, during an interview with The Associated Press, Monday, May 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Mathieu Pattier) Gulf News en 2026-05-13T05:38:57.417+04:00 85-year-old French widow caught in Trump's immigration crackdown describes her detention french widow detained ICE immigration https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/sanju-samson-casually-joins-beach-cricket-in-chennai-and-vibes-with-local-gang-1.500538494 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/mydykww7/Sanju-Samson-vibing-with-boys-on-the-beach Sanju Samson vibing with boys on the beach https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/mydykww7/Sanju-Samson-vibing-with-boys-on-the-beach Sanju Samson vibing with boys on the beach Gulf News en 2026-05-13T05:30:00.000+04:00 Sanju Samson casually joins beach cricket in Chennai and vibes with local gang Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/ships-go-dark-in-hormuz-as-irgc-spurs-high-stakes-hide-and-seek-at-sea-1.500538548 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/kwz904ny/iranianaa_1777917497951.jpg This photo obtained by AFP from the Iranian news agency Tasnim shows an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) boat allegedly taking part in an operation to seize ships attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz, on April 21, 2026. Oil prices had been climbing earlier as investors worried about a lack of progress in ending the Middle East crisis, with Tehran keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed and the US maintaining a blockade of Iranian ports. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-27/sjgk95ko/hormuz-drone-boats.jpg Fast-attack boats operated by the Iranian regime that can "swarm" tankers. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-27/sjgk95ko/hormuz-drone-boats.jpg Fast-attack boats operated by the Iranian regime that can "swarm" tankers. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T05:17:21.911+04:00 Ships go 'dark’ in Hormuz as IRGC spurs high-stakes hide-and-seek at sea Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-uaes-next-growth-story-is-being-built-at-home-1.500537627 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/5avqnfa8/STAFFBUS_260504_MIITE_Crowd_VSAKLANI_41777894252920.jpg A large crowd on the opening day of Make it in the Emirates 2026. In an era of volatility, the UAE is not merely adapting; it is proactively authoring its own playbook for prosperity. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T05:06:00.000+04:00 The UAE’s next growth story is being built at home Op-Eds, UAE, UAE, UAE economy https://gulfnews.com/opinion/rigged-for-the-powerful-how-political-theatre-leaves-ordinary-filipinos-paying-the-price-1.500537317 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/x2hf17q0/newsml_afp_com_20260511T044603Z_doc_b2fl7t3.jpeg Protesters from progressive groups hold placards during a protest in support of the impeachment of Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte in front of the Congress building in Quezon City, Metro Manila on May 11, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/0rc8x4lo/preview.jpg Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa speaks to reporters at the Philippine Senate in Pasay, Philippines on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T04:49:00.000+04:00 Rigged for the powerful: How political theatre leaves ordinary Filipinos paying the price Opinion https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-mandates-meningococcal-vaccine-for-all-hajj-workers-1.500538470 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/01/REG-220301-SAUDI-AIRPORT-1646138238064_17f457c2484_large.jpg Meningococcal vaccine protects against serious infections that can spread rapidly during mass gatherings and helps reduce transmission among workers and pilgrims. File photo Gulf News en 2026-05-13T04:46:43.138+04:00 Saudi Arabia mandates meningococcal vaccine for all Hajj workers Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/agthia-group-reports-125-net-profit-growth-1.500538420 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/t820t2iq/hq503oaz1ka1slqpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T04:24:11.108+04:00 Agthia Group reports 12.5% net profit growth Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/united-states-set-record-energy-production-in-2025-1.500538510 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/zfuqjy85/Arizona-solar-canal.png The US has approved several utility-scale solar/battery storage projects, which will see renewable power generation increasing significantly, according to the US Energy Information Administration. Arizona is building the first solar canal which will generate renewable energy and save water in this notoriously dry area. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T04:07:49.611+04:00 US sets record energy production driven by natural gas, oil, renewables Energy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/property/why-dubai-holding-became-emaars-top-shareholder-after-dh24-billion-stake-transfer-1.500538352 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/26/Stock---Emaar_185ee84c0ab_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T04:04:00.000+04:00 Why Dubai Holding became Emaar’s top shareholder after Dh24 billion stake transfer? Property, Government, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/where-uae-shoppers-eid-al-adha-meat-comes-from-this-year-1.500532351 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/n68uyovh/Groceryshopping-1.jpg Grocery shopping at Lulu hypermarket https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/on3hcq5c/Groceryshopping Grocery shopping at Lulu hypermarket https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/uisbpjxc/Groceryshopping Grocery shopping at Lulu hypermarket Gulf News en 2026-05-13T04:04:00.000+04:00 Eid Al Adha sacrifice: How UAE retailers source meat from India, Pakistan and beyond Retail, UAE, Lulu retail, Retail, Food https://gulfnews.com/opinion/showdown-inside-the-philippines-senate-bigger-questions-loom-1.500537742 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/sli7wd2t/newsml_afp_com_20260512T040803Z_doc_b2k3446.jpeg Philippines Senator Ronald Dela Rosa talks to the media during a doorstop interview at the Senate of the Philippines in Pasay, Metro Manila on May 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T04:00:42.799+04:00 Showdown inside the Philippines Senate: Bigger questions loom Opinion, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/c06bxcm-uae-president-vps-congratulate-bulgarian-prime-1.500538330 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/h81kbm2g/14p03oat1ka1o06po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T03:28:46.068+04:00 UAE President, VPs congratulate Bulgarian PM on taking constitutional oath UAE, Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/amlak-finance-announces-dh52-million-in-net-profit-for-q1-2026-1.500538164 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/05/31/Amlak-Finance-for-web_179c295e6c4_large.jpg Supplied Gulf News en 2026-05-13T03:22:40.813+04:00 Amlak Finance announces Dh52 million in net profit for Q1 2026 Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/uae-syrian-religious-authorities-hold-talks-in-damascus-to-promote-moderate-fatwas-unity-1.500538412 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/v7w8mj0t/rhg03oic1ka1s5hpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T03:16:41.185+04:00 UAE, Syrian religious authorities hold talks in Damascus to promote moderate fatwas, unity Mena, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-says-us-will-win-iran-war-peacefully-or-otherwise-1.500538495 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/e75c5clh/ANI_20260512220314.jpg US President Donald Trump speaks to press. Gulf News en 2026-05-13T03:04:57.733+04:00 Trump says US will win Iran war 'peacefully or otherwise' Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/177w4qc-arab-parliament-speaker-condemns-hijacking-oil-1.500538449 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/27xh2b32/mi603pby1ka01k8po.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T02:57:29.449+04:00 Arab Parliament Speaker condemns hijacking of oil tanker carrying Egyptian sailors off Yemen Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/fugitive-convict-arrested-in-saudi-arabia-extradited-to-kuwait-in-joint-security-operation-1.500538444 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-15/hmtbtrhx/gulfnewsimport20190815jail-prison-imprisonment16c96162b9blarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-13T02:51:35.760+04:00 Fugitive convict arrested in Saudi Arabia, extradited to Kuwait in joint security operation Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/ambulance-driver-killed-crew-injured-in-emergency-response-crash-in-oman-1.500538477 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/arys4915/accident.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T02:08:14.568+04:00 Ambulance driver killed, crew injured in emergency response crash in Oman Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/arab-parliament-speaker-condemns-infiltration-operation-by-irans-irgc-in-kuwait-1.500538446 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/gvdufu9n/edr03pbx1ka018kpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T02:02:45.451+04:00 Arab Parliament Speaker condemns infiltration operation by Iran’s IRGC in Kuwait Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-receives-phone-call-from-us-president-2-1.500538459 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/dlkd6orr/MBZ-DJT.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-13T01:58:03.121+04:00 UAE President receives phone call from US President UAE, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/philippine-passport-gains-momentum-as-new-visa-waivers-expand-travel-options-from-80th-to-mid-60s-1.500537636 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-17/rjusihki/Schengen.jpg The Philippine passport has climbed from the low 70s and 80s in the early 2020s to its current position around 61st to 73rd (depending on the index), as the country secures incremental and reciprocal visa-free and visa-on-arrival deals — thanks to the work of the country's diplomats. The latest improvement is based on the live "dashboard" of Passport Index. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/8wwx8mxu/Screenshot-2026-05-12-at-4.42.30-PM.png Gulf News en 2026-05-13T01:57:00.000+04:00 Philippine passport gains momentum as new visa waivers expand travel options: From 80th to mid-60s Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/one-trade-name-only-dubai-tightens-shopfront-signage-rules-1.500538376 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/gxuy46vs/GDMO Under the framework, each commercial establishment is permitted to display one trade name only, with more than one advertisement or trade name on a shopfront prohibited. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T22:45:29.309+04:00 One trade name only: Dubai tightens shopfront signage rules UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-designates-16-individuals-five-entities-on-its-local-terrorist-list-over-lebanons-hezbollah-links-1.500538377 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/q2jl7hiz/f9m03oia1ka1q0bpo.jpg Designation underscores UAE’s wider drive to curb cross-border terror funding https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/cd5atufa/HIIUv8boAAhzRw.jpg UAE adds 16 Lebanese nationals, five entities to Local Terrorist List Gulf News en 2026-05-12T22:24:29.534+04:00 UAE designates 16 individuals, five entities on its Local Terrorist List over Lebanon's Hezbollah links Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/fujairah-population-reaches-328495-gdp-rises-to-dh326-billion-1.500538322 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/2gvpjxdl/Fujairah The data pointed to continued expansion across key sectors including industry, tourism, construction, healthcare and education. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T21:40:19.219+04:00 Fujairah population reaches 328,495, GDP rises to Dh32.6 billion UAE https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/theres-a-hotel-in-london-youll-want-to-check-into-and-it-might-just-have-every-fashion-lovers-name-written-all-over-it-1.500538302 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/gsj3jrc2/LV-Hotel https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/d6bc12qe/4.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/6qajnrmj/3.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/wrgs1jko/7.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/g69kwlk2/6.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/lfrmrvak/5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-12T21:22:49.544+04:00 There’s a 'hotel' in London you’ll want to check into — and it might just have every fashion lover’s name written all over it The Kurator https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-reviews-progress-of-project-to-deploy-agentic-ai-across-50-of-government-sectors-within-2-years-1.500538266 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/hjtnyhkp/UAE-govt-framework-project https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/uva10s9y/HIIfYQ0bEAArZvk.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-12T20:46:32.715+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed reviews progress of project to deploy Agentic AI across 50% of government sectors within 2 years UAE, Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-launches-first-of-its-kind-national-emirati-nurses-programme-1.500538248 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/5a6wbttk/Nurses The programme was launched in response to growing efforts by Emirati nurses to establish a national platform that supports internationally accredited specialised training Gulf News en 2026-05-12T20:34:49.131+04:00 UAE launches first-of-its-kind national Emirati nurses programme Health https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-workforce-grows-25-in-first-quarter-of-2026-1.500538235 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/hsoo5js0/MoHRE The workforce recorded annual growth of 12.4 per cent during 2025, while the number of establishments increased by 7.8 per cent over the same period. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T20:31:34.758+04:00 UAE workforce grows 2.5% in first quarter of 2026 Business https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dh500-fine-in-ajman-for-not-moving-cars-after-minor-crashes-1.500538137 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/kpmhxy3y/Ajman-police-campaign.jpg Ajman Police urge drivers to move cars after crashes Gulf News en 2026-05-12T19:45:10.659+04:00 Dh500 fine in Ajman for not moving cars after minor crashes Transport, UAE, traffic fines, UAE traffic fines, Ajman, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-shuts-training-centre-records-21-education-violations-1.500538153 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/d33kava9/20265121724698E.jpg The ministry added that it carried out 72 field inspection visits to training centres, educational consultancy offices and related service providers across the country. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T19:38:27.940+04:00 UAE shuts training centre, records 21 education violations Education https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/indian-rupee-hits-new-record-below-26-as-oil-surge-boosts-uae-remittance-value-1.500538193 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/15/Stock---Rupee---Indian-rupee---India-economy-_18a97942367_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-12T19:32:06.490+04:00 Indian rupee hits new record below 26 as oil surge boosts UAE remittance value Markets, India, Indian Rupee https://gulfnews.com/sport/bacary-sagna-on-epl-title-race-playing-under-pep-guardiola-and-world-cup-1.500538081 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/spvfviz0/Sagna-1.jpg Bacary Sagna attended Rio and Kate Ferdinand's One Body Co coummunity fitness event https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/oj5s4dpb/Sagna-2.jpg Sagna won the FA Cup during his time at Arsenal where he played alongside Arteta https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/9lx3pjej/Sagna_3.jpg Sagna played under Guardiola for one season at Manchester City https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/p0m93tmy/Sagna_4.jpg Sagna played for France at three major tournaments Gulf News en 2026-05-12T19:10:31.873+04:00 Bacary Sagna on EPL title race, playing under Pep Guardiola and World Cup Sport, Football, Premier-League, arsenal, Manchester City, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-updates-driving-licence-tests-rta-introduces-collision-warning-lane-assist-1.500538160 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/uwjo5srh/HIIBPNEXgAApDpX.jpg Over 250,000 learners exposed to advanced safety features in licence tests Gulf News en 2026-05-12T18:58:04.249+04:00 Dubai updates driving licence tests: RTA introduces collision warning, lane assist Transport, RTA, UAE traffic fines, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-ready-to-deal-with-any-health-threats-including-hantavirus-1.500538147 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/cgpjx6yg/Hantavirus Gulf News en 2026-05-12T18:45:37.142+04:00 'UAE ready to deal with any health threats, including Hantavirus' Health https://gulfnews.com/business/sultan-al-jaber-warns-world-is-1-billion-barrels-of-oil-short-because-of-hormuz-closure-1.500538111 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/577h96k7/Dr-Sultan-bin-Ahmed-Al-Jaber In a post published on X on Tuesday, Al Jaber warned that the continued disruption of navigation through the strategic waterway is driving up costs globally and placing mounting pressure on economies, industries and households. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T18:32:34.348+04:00 Sultan Al Jaber warns world is 1 billion barrels of oil short because of Hormuz closure Business https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-says-israeli-strikes-have-killed-380-since-truce-2-1.500538126 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/hpa9iovc/newsml_afp_com_20260512T140133Z_doc_b2lz8zt.jpeg An explosion erupts in the area of Al Housh following Israeli bombardment as seen from Tyre in southern lebanon on May 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T18:32:28.647+04:00 Lebanon says Israeli strikes have killed 380 since truce Mena, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-suicide-bombing-kills-nine-police-1.500537573 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-03/mqpp4217/0cbc0150eac2fb48986b19684978b3f2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-12T18:28:10.589+04:00 Pakistan suicide bombing kills nine: police Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/fake-hajj-offers-trap-victims-as-dubai-police-issue-warning-1.500538011 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/qiwk9e0d/شرطة-دبي-تُحذر-من-الوقوع-ضحية-لإعلانات-حملات-الحج-الوهمية.jpeg.jpg Dubai Police warned residents against fake Hajj and Umrah campaigns online https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/qc507xjs/__________________________________________________________jpeg.jpg Dubai Police warned residents against fake Hajj and Umrah campaigns online Gulf News en 2026-05-12T18:06:39.666+04:00 Fake Hajj offers trap victims as Dubai Police issue warning Crime, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/uae/ministry-of-culture-concludes-participation-in-make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-1.500538067 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/3ohz7zdb/Ministry-of-Culture https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/o2upttnl/IMG_5097.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-12T17:52:48.523+04:00 Ministry of Culture concludes participation in Make it in the Emirates 2026 UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/vijay-appoints-astrologer-and-close-aide-to-key-position-in-chief-ministers-office-1.500538064 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/jtflonm1/Radhan-Pandit-Vettrivel.jpg Astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel has been appointed Officer on Special Duty (Political) to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T17:49:42.020+04:00 Vijay appoints astrologer and close aide to key position in chief minister's office India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-museums-to-offer-free-entry-for-international-museum-day-1.500538055 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/g71kvnpg/Zayed-National-Museum Picture used for illustrative purposes. 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Gulf News en 2026-05-12T17:32:48.964+04:00 In Pictures: Day 2 of Gulf News Edufair 2026 Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-foils-iran-guards-plot-targeting-china-backed-port-1.500537970 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/796jl51g/Bubiyan-Island.jpg According to Kuwaiti authorities, the men attempted to infiltrate Bubiyan Island aboard a fishing boat on May 1 and were allegedly preparing to carry out “hostile acts” inside the Gulf state. Gulf News en 2026-05-12T17:22:42.216+04:00 Inside Iran Guards plot targeting Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island hosting China-backed port Mena, Kuwait, Gulf, Kuwait, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war