https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-standoff-escalates-as-us-redirects-more-ships-1.500639232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/lird35pr/Hormuz.jpg Iranian women walk along the seashore, as vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz off the port city of Bandar Abbas, in southern Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:24:17.015+04:00 Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates as US redirects more ships Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-august-13-2026-1.500639978 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/syrxi39d/HKynk6WYAI4BHX.jpg President Donald Trump declared the US now has “total control” of the waterway, calling Washington’s naval blockade a “wall of steel” that Iran “cannot challenge.” Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:13:58.954+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know tonight (August 13, 2026) Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-thunderstorms-hit-sharjah-as-temperatures-soar-to-509c-1.500639936 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-25/dn5bbk14/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-25-at-2.14.58-PM-2.jpeg Heavy rain on Sharjah’s Maleha Road; motorists urged to stay cautious Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:35:13.512+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain, thunderstorms hit Sharjah as temperatures soar to 50.9°C Weather https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/priyanka-chopra-unveils-empress-biography-on-sridevis-birth-anniversary-honoring-the-pan-indian-icons-enduring-legacy-1.500639955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pzpt1pj0/EMPRESS.jpg Priyanka Chopra unveils first look of Sridevi biography 'Empress' on her birth anniversary https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/02/23/Sridevi_8_resources1_16a4a167b15_large.jpg Sridevi Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:32:56.442+04:00 Priyanka Chopra unveils ‘Empress’ biography on Sridevi’s birth anniversary, honoring the pan-Indian icon’s enduring legacy Entertainment, BollyWood, India, Books, bollywood, Bollywood icons https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-multiple-crashes-cause-delays-on-dubai-sharjah-routes-1.500639935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/trrl2dvg/gulfnewsimport2010511116a081f8e61.625413177994362116a081f8e61large.avif For illustrative purposes only. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/faloq27q/traffic.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:20:45.789+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Multiple crashes cause delays on Dubai-Sharjah routes Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/airev-and-qualcomm-to-advance-autonomous-ai-across-enterprise-and-government-environments-1.500639938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/l3w1jkqc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-12-at-21.42.59-1-1.jpeg His Excellency Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi (centre), UAE Minister of Foreign Trade and Chairman of AIREV, observes the MoU signing between AIREV and Qualcomm Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:19:02.860+04:00 AIREV and Qualcomm to advance autonomous AI across enterprise and government environments Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-turns-tricolour-as-har-ghar-tiranga-celebrations-begin-1.500639917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/rye91ztg/newsml_afp_com_20260812T151839Z_doc_c4gv377.jpeg Police personnel take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f6lr1ofh/newsml_afp_com_20260812T151839Z_doc_c4gv373.jpeg School students take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/8v2etrnq/newsml_afp_com_20260810T130443Z_doc_c4bj4bl.jpeg People wave national flags during the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally in Mumbai on August 10, 2026 to celebrate country's upcoming 80th Independence Day on August 15. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n5xuioli/newsml_afp_com_20260812T152550Z_doc_c4gv36q.jpeg School students and staff members take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/0vrbjhpz/202608093897794.jpg JP Nadda joins Tiranga Yatra in Jaipur; pays tribute to martyrs, freedom fighters https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5uiu0za9/Copy-of-20260812144L.jpg Children participate in a Tiranga Yatra at India Gate, in New Delhi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/iem0z2f4/pic-2.jpg People participate in the Mega Tiranga Rally ahead of Independence Day, in Anantnag. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/y2cbaimv/pic-3.jpg People carry a huge tricolored flag as they participate in Tiranga Yatra, or the tricolor procession, ahead of Independence Day, in Ahmedabad, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ak2fmrbg/pic-4.jpg School students hold national flags during "Abhinav Bharat Yatra Vande Mataram" as part of 'Tiranga Yatra', in Ahmedabad https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/9yvfc88r/pic-5.jpg People take part in a Tiranga Boat Rally ahead of the Independence Day celebrations at the Upper Lake, in Bhopal . https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/v6ewaw8a/pic-6.jpg National Cadet Corps (NCC) Cadets, Maharashtra Directorate, participate in the 'Har Ghar Tiranga rally' campaign at Azad Maidan, in Mumbai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zaammfor/pic-7.jpg A student holds a cutout of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi during a procession called Tiranga Yatra as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga celebrations held before Independence Day on Aug. 15, in Gandhinagar, India, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/058ryq06/pic-8.jpg Girls dressed in traditional attire take a group selfie while participating in the 'Tiranga Yatra' as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign ahead of Independence Day at Gandhi Maidan, in Patna. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:15:21.453+04:00 India turns tricolour as ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ celebrations begin India https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-students-can-meet-global-universities-at-education-expo-1.500639923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/hy51rr0r/edu.jpg The education expo in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will feature universities from Europe and other emerging study destinations. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:07:35.660+04:00 UAE students can meet global universities at education expo Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-names-first-lunar-rover-jinnah-1-set-to-explore-moon-s-south-pole-in-2029-1.500639906 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dsaf3hq0/rover1.gif Tayyab Karim, a 17-year-old from Bahawalnagar, was named as the winner for proposing the name ‘Jinnah-1’ for Pakistan’s first lunar rover. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:05:44.413+04:00 Pakistan names first lunar rover ‘Jinnah-1’, set to explore Moon’s south pole in 2029 Pakistan, Pakistan, Space https://gulfnews.com/uae/new-commercial-fraud-regulations-come-into-force-in-the-uae-today-1.500639896 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/08y6vopj/IMG6454.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ob20ywqw/IMG6452.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:50:41.574+04:00 New commercial fraud regulations come into force in the UAE today UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-arrests-woman-for-running-illegal-home-clinic-1.500639885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/qie6l68n/iStockphoto.avif A woman was arrested by Kuwaiti forces for illegally treating patients from her home, issuing sick leave certificates and selling herbal mixtures in return for money. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:47:40.115+04:00 Kuwait arrests woman for running illegal home clinic Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/readers-share-their-summer-sunset-photos-1.500628979 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/snqb0ebc/IMG2160.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/esck7j11/Alia-Fayed.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/9l8j5k2f/Jayson-Esguerra.jpeg "This breathtaking view captures the core identity of the United Arab Emirates. The contrast between the natural, timeless desert sun and the ultra-modern skyline mirrors a nation deeply rooted in its heritage while relentlessly engineering the future. The glowing towers do not just represent structural heights; they reflect the UAE's golden era of global leadership, visionary ambition, and unified progress." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/7rbvrqd5/Jayson-Esguerra-2.jpeg "The Sentinel of Tomorrow— A tiny observer bridging past traditions and future horizons." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/abids1nh/Sajjad-Salam.jpeg "Taken during a vibrant sunset along with Etisalat Head Office standing tall as usual, June 25, 2026, Sunset at Capital City, Muroor Rd. Abu Dhabi." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/cbcg85iq/Sajjad-Salam-2.jpeg "Framing the Sunset, minarets cut against an endless gradient in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi on July 29." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/77oemg1p/Ritika-Saxena.jpg The Ocean's Last Prayer Location - Umm Al Quwain beach https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/xnl60j2y/Ritika-Saxena-2.jpg "The Last Ray of Hope Dubai Production City May 2021." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/6j16zrzh/Ritika-Saxena-3.jpg "Whispering Dunes Location: Sharjah, UAE (Desert Safari)" https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/1kz5l96z/Joy-Gonzales.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/itoa5i1g/Nick-Griffiths.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/7p2t04rp/Florencia-Cuestas.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/suphcml6/Astha-Balwani.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/t0tdsxhw/Hussain.jpg 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https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/8sg1l439/Illauddin-Naziruddin.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/47iz2766/Maryam__Naveed.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/m08vj3wp/Zayan-Khawaja.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ur16zs8v/Zainab-Ammar-Zainab.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/vh8w7h8o/Shivangi-Gupta.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/27u05wf9/Mohammed-Saad-Khan.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/u8w6wsy6/IMG3707.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/nil19b5f/Caren-Shaaya-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:43:45.756+04:00 Readers share their summer sunset photos UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-chosen-to-feature-in-stars-of-the-open-at-us-open-1.500639851 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xlcv6po4/You-guys-are-the-gift-that-just-keeps-giving-📸-by-nbotoronto-🇵🇭x🇦🇷-sbermatov.jpg Alexandra Eala Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:12:54.201+04:00 Alex Eala chosen to feature in Stars of the Open at US Open Tennis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anupama-parameswaran-reveals-narcissistic-abuse-amid-dhruv-vikram-split-rumours-two-years-of-pain-1.500639835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-09/ezlixsah/47271960811500953164798694303280146951909914n.jpg She explained that her cryptic post was the result of a long process rather than an impulsive decision. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:10:35.140+04:00 Anupama Parameswaran reveals ‘narcissistic abuse’ amid Dhruv Vikram split rumours: ‘Two years of pain’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-group-orders-drug-tests-for-all-pilots-after-300ft-flight-plunge-1.500639825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6kbvb44i/pilot.avif At least 20 passengers and four crew members were injured, including two crew members who suffered spinal injuries around the neck and tailbone, according to Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:04:02.705+04:00 Air India Group orders drug tests for all pilots after 300ft flight plunge India, Aviation, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-packing-cubes-and-travel-organisers-on-amazonae-2026-pack-smarter-with-less-clutter-1.500632374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/pfjmtr75/packingcubes-1.png A neatly packed suitcase showcases organized travel cubes in a clean, modern setting. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best packing cubes and travel organisers on amazon.ae 2026: Pack smarter with less clutter Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-uncovers-three-ancient-tombs-in-bahariya-oasis-1.500639821 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/fnqibm8h/Tombs-discovered-in-Egypt.jpg Three tombs, dating to different periods of the country’s history, have been discovered at the Sheikh Subi archaeological site in the Bahariya Oasis, including a family burial containing five mummies and two collective tombs believed to date to the Roman era. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:55:50.738+04:00 Egypt uncovers three ancient tombs in Bahariya Oasis Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-launches-real-time-bus-arrival-information-screens-1.500639810 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tz711ne2/Smart-screens.webp The solar-powered screens will display bus arrival times in minutes, along with service alerts and updates, allowing passengers to better plan their journeys and improving the overall public transport experience across the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:54:21.505+04:00 Sharjah launches real-time bus arrival information screens Transport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/chris-browns-inappropriate-tour-antics-spark-outrage-online-this-has-gone-too-far-1.500639820 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/03/10/auto-chris-brown_170c3903a3c_large.jpg Singer Chris Browne Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:53:17.551+04:00 Chris Brown’s inappropriate tour antics spark outrage online: ‘This has gone too far’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/heritage-symphonies-to-take-the-stage-in-abu-dhabi-dates-tickets-all-you-need-to-know-1.500616356 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-22/c5md4zwc/4dd799db-09bb-4162-8f0c-3d9601a18659.jpg Audiences can expect a live performance featuring orchestral arrangements inspired by traditional melodies, bringing together classical music with regional cultural influences. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:36:10.186+04:00 Heritage Symphonies to take the stage in Abu Dhabi: Dates, tickets all you need to know Entertainment, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/starting-university-in-the-uae-how-to-juggle-study-friends-and-fun-1.500639750 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/wkbxuj8w/Stock_university_students_17468e72584_original_ratio.jpg For those heading into their first year, the transition does not have to be overwhelming. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/psu5eniz/392d1ccb-0a24-4ef8-a7a0-11acb0c36d8e.jpg Jadallah Benjelloun, a student at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/04/Stock-pic-of-university-students-_192f7f73a04_large.jpg While academics should remain a priority, students do not have to choose between getting good grades and enjoying their university experience. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:34:37.856+04:00 Starting university in the UAE? How to juggle study, friends and fun UAE, Lifestyle, UAE, University https://gulfnews.com/sport/beware-carrying-a-baseball-bat-in-manchester-could-lead-to-arrest-1.500639795 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/7pruljva/Baseball.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:31:21.929+04:00 Beware! Carrying a baseball bat in Manchester could lead to arrest Sport, Europe, Manchester City, United Kingdom, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-couple-engaged-to-marry-found-dead-in-kochi-mysuru-1.500639789 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/07/Police-line_1701e40e148_large.jpg Two State Bank of India employees who were engaged to be married in December were found dead hours apart in two states. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:25:11.110+04:00 Kerala couple engaged to marry found dead in Kochi, Mysuru India, kerala https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/emirati-womens-day-2026-deals-and-desserts-across-the-uae-1.500639589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/t9iu6fcz/Mausam Mausam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/whz4pd8z/Pistachio_Tiramisu_5.jpeg Pistachio Tiramisu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/32klbkwl/China_Tang_Dubai_x_EWD.png China Tang Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0mdkuxs5/La_Maison_Ani_04_04_22_0743JPEG___Full_size__highest_quality.jpg Tarte Cacahuète & Caramel Salé https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dk8msdhk/Mausam_restaurant__Open_Terrace_Day.jpg Mausam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pfst5t9y/The_Tea_Room.jpg The Tea Room https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xuosoxz6/IMG_2831.JPG VEO Fitness Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:08:50.083+04:00 Emirati Women’s Day 2026: Deals and desserts across the UAE Lifestyle, Food, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/property/uaes-top-10-developers-sell-dh1137-billion-of-property-in-six-months-1.500639749 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ht0pkcqu/IMG6447.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:59:27.103+04:00 UAE’s top 10 developers sell Dh113.7 billion of property in six months Property, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/is-champions-league-luring-big-names-to-turkish-football-1.500639739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/i6fhx39l/newsml_afp_com_20260805T101531Z_doc_c3z89rq.jpeg Mohamed Salah Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:46:59.703+04:00 Is Champions League luring big names to Turkish football? Football https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/india-reviews-pilot-drug-testing-rules-after-air-india-flight-drops-300-feet-1.500639724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/obfnx7mn/202608133902350.jpg AAIB likely to submit interim report on Air India Phuket-Delhi flight incident within a month Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:41:05.031+04:00 India reviews pilot drug-testing rules after Air India flight drops 300 feet Aviation, India, air india https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-to-offer-face-hand-and-uterus-transplants-in-next-phase-of-hayat-organ-donation-programme-1.500639725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/24/organ-donation-generic-supplied-1695534536632_18ac5bbd7cf_large.jpg UAE plans to expand tissue and organ donation to include corneas, bones, skin, heart valves, plus intestine, uterus, face, hand and arm transplants. Photo used for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xgs025vv/Infographic-EN.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:34:44.735+04:00 UAE to offer face, hand and uterus transplants in next phase of Hayat organ donation programme UAE, Health, UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/taekwondo-athlete-alleges-bribe-demand-complains-to-uttarakhand-cm-1.500639713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/july4eqi/Taek.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:30:03.035+04:00 Taekwondo athlete alleges bribe demand, complains to Uttarakhand CM Sport, India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/jovitas-final-gift-gives-three-people-a-new-lease-on-life-in-uae-1.500639691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/v7c6n84g/Javita.jpg Jovita Dsouza’s life continues to live on through the three people whose lives were saved by her organ donation. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:19:57.996+04:00 Your donation saves lives: Jovita Desouza's legacy Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-a-level-results-2026-1.500639664 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pnlrf3nb/DSC09756.JPG.jpeg Students at DBS Emirates Hills celebrating their results. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zqk7vci2/A-level-UAE-results Students and parents at DBS Emirates Hills collecting their results. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/fgh2w5fi/Repton-Al-Barsha-students-receiveing-their-results-4.jpeg Students, parents and school staff at Repton Al Barsha https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ud28eyei/Huthaitha-Matteo-Yousef.JPG Students receiving their results at Brighton College Al Ain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/3src1eoy/Maya-Talaat-Sara-Barbieri-and-Maria-Shanwar.jpeg Students at Brighton College Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:13:36.496+04:00 UAE schools celebrate record A-level success and 100% pass rates after conflict-driven exam cancellations Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/former-punjab-deputy-cm-sukhbir-singh-badal-hurt-in-nanded-attack-1.500639697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/fyba038e/202608133902403.jpeg An attacker allegedly tried to stab former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal in Nanded on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:12:37.282+04:00 Former Punjab Deputy CM Sukhbir Singh Badal hurt in Nanded attack India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/acclaimed-korean-director-ahn-pan-seok-dies-at-64-after-cerebral-hemorrhage-battle-1.500639690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/som6cobt/ahnm.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:06:51.351+04:00 Acclaimed Korean director Ahn Pan Seok dies at 64 after cerebral hemorrhage battle Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sonu-nigam-brings-the-revolution-tour-to-abu-dhabi-this-august-booked-your-tickets-yet-1.500639680 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/s2f33rp1/Sonu_Nigam___Don_t_mess_with_a_mad_man__17406ecc034_original_ratio.jpg Three decades deep into a career that's shaped the sound of Bollywood, Sonu Nigam isn't short on material to choose from Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:01:51.883+04:00 Sonu Nigam brings The Revolution Tour to Abu Dhabi this August. Booked your tickets yet? Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/how-uae-have-struck-gold-with-zlatko-dalic-appointment-1.500639644 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tay5hxsm/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283349908.jpeg Zlatko Dalic returns to the UAE with a bundle of experience https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/byscln3h/1_16a08224964_1679643_781189630_16a08224964_medium.jpg Dalic previously managed UAE's most decorated club, Al Ain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/e559jnhv/Croatia_coach_Zlatko_Dalic_and_players_celebrate_with_their_medals_on_stage_as_they_finish_in_third_.jpg Dalic guided Croatia to a second and third place finish in the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/12/02/UAE_16ec781db32_large.jpg UAE's forward Ali Mabkhout celebrates during the 24th Arabian Gulf Cup Group A match against Qatar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/r2r4q74o/UAE_defeated_Thailand_3_1_in_Dubai_179ea61f0f3_original_ratio.jpg UAE are on the hunt for their first Asian Cup title Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:43:18.642+04:00 How UAE have struck gold with Zlatko Dalic appointment Sport, Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/starting-school-in-dubai-new-sessions-support-children-of-determination-1.500639622 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e2s36evc/4335676.jpeg The focus spans academic and educational skills, social and communication development, and the kind of everyday life skills that make the shift into a classroom setting feel manageable. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/geq27hhk/122111.jpeg Held at Al Safa and Al Rashidiya Libraries, the sessions are open to children of determination already enrolled at the Centre Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:35:51.260+04:00 Starting school in Dubai? New sessions support children of determination UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/burjeel-founder-joins-wef-board-steering-ai-and-digital-healthcare-1.500639623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/8noktsr5/Dr.-Shamsheer-Vayalil-Chairman-CEO-Burjeel-Holdings.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:27:50.987+04:00 Burjeel founder joins WEF board steering AI and digital healthcare Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-fitness-challenge-2026-dates-announced-1.500639620 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ten3n1vy/Dubai-Fitness-Challenge Dubai Fitness Challenge https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/88kgxhdy/4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/diws58aa/3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5ay2ydb7/Dubai-Fitness-Challenge Dubai Fitness Challenge Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:21:07.885+04:00 Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026 dates announced UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/world-organ-donation-day-uae-marks-first-organ-transplant-at-a-private-hospital-in-northern-emirates-1.500639609 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/18/shutterstock_757377355-1647581148076_17f9b7d33bc_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/4gmawlit/medcare.png The launch of the Organ Transplant Centre at Medcare Hospital Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:19:55.524+04:00 World Organ Donation Day: UAE marks first organ transplant at a private hospital in northern emirates UAE, Health, UAE, india, Sharjah, Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/is-lionel-messi-nearing-retirement-argentina-star-opens-up-on-future-1.500639075 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/tn6cmwga/newsml_afp_com_20260809T132038Z_doc_c4a46bh.jpeg View of security personnel at the entrance of El Prado cemetery on the outskirts of Rosario, Santa Fe province, Argentina, on August 9, 2026, where the funeral of Argentina's football star Lionel Messi's father will take place. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:16:57.806+04:00 Is Lionel Messi nearing retirement? Argentina star opens up on future Football, football, Lionel Messi, Argentina national football team https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-targets-dh256-trillion-in-islamic-finance-assets-by-2031-1.500639617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/12/Stock-Islamic-Financing_18b2342c6d9_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:16:25.143+04:00 UAE targets Dh2.56 trillion in Islamic finance assets by 2031 Banking https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/from-soleimani-to-khamenei-to-turkey-the-war-may-end-iran-s-threat-to-trump-may-not-1.500638473 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jwfcuw07/preview.jpg Surrounded by security, President Donald Trump switches planes at US Air Force Base, RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk Eastern England, on his way back to Washington from the Nato summit in Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:10:31.295+04:00 From Soleimani to Khamenei to Turkey: The war may end. Iran’s threat to Trump may not Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-abu-dhabi-doctors-solved-a-40kg-weight-loss-mystery-with-robotic-surgery-1.500639592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dj1wknea/ssmc-Robotic-Surgery-PRL-2.png The case had become one of those diagnostic puzzles that medicine dreads: symptoms severe enough to demand answers, but common enough to mimic half a dozen other conditions. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/2kwmoego/Mohamed-Baguneid-5154-4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:09:31.809+04:00 How Abu Dhabi doctors solved a 40kg weight-loss mystery with robotic surgery UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-women-leaders-invited-to-join-six-month-c-suite-programme-1.500639580 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/d4mo60vc/daecee30-cbba-4ffa-a219-ab534f9e179b.jpeg The six-month programme will focus on leadership skills, confidence, networks and career progression. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:54:32.337+04:00 UAE women leaders invited to join six-month C-suite programme Government https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-investors-can-now-connect-chatgpt-and-claude-to-live-adx-stock-data-1.500639560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e3bfw54b/0ebbfcdd-d696-4108-bb09-5c6d9a329304.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:36:39.141+04:00 UAE investors can now connect ChatGPT and Claude to live ADX stock data Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/barbie-2-in-jeopardy-margot-robbie-and-ryan-gosling-seek-bigger-payday-as-talks-stall-1.500639552 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/1m9q6cxt/AP_Barbie_1703684435719_18cab816f15_original_ratio.jpg This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Margot Robbie in a scene from "Barbie." (Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:35:17.914+04:00 Barbie 2 in jeopardy? Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling seek bigger payday as talks stall Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weekend-weather-fair-to-partly-cloudy-on-saturday-chance-of-rain-on-sunday-1.500639551 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/2f49g51f/gulfnews2025-12-02fafaebengulfnewsimport20121031116a082836da.1096304259268463316a082836damedium.avif UAE residents can expect a mostly fair start to the weekend before clouds increase over parts of the country on Sunday, bringing a chance of light rain. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:34:47.827+04:00 UAE weekend weather: Fair to partly cloudy on Saturday, chance of rain on Sunday Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/australia-pacer-mitchell-starc-becomes-most-successful-left-arm-bowler-in-history-1.500639547 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/ypfut9s9/newsml_afp_com_20260105T003600Z_doc_89ln2wx.jpeg Australia’s Mitchell Starc prepares to bowl on day two of the fifth Ashes cricket Test match between Australia and England at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in Sydney on January 5, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:19:54.637+04:00 Australia pacer Mitchell Starc becomes most successful left-arm bowler in history Cricket, india, Australia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/morocco-arrests-suspects-over-calls-for-mass-crossings-into-ceuta-melilla-1.500639498 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jc6z8b53/Moroccan-Police-near-land-borders.jpg The measures follow the circulation of anonymous posts on social media calling on people to gather and attempt mass crossings into the two Spanish territories on August 15. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:10:08.494+04:00 Morocco arrests suspects over calls for mass crossings into Ceuta, Melilla Mena https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/breast-augmentation-in-dubai-what-to-know-before-choosing-implants-1.500639538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/s9by6830/Plastic-surgeon.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jpq3ohd9/Picture2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:09:11.644+04:00 Breast augmentation in Dubai: What to know before choosing implants Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/travis-kelce-says-his-wedding-to-taylor-swift-at-msg-was-the-best-night-of-his-life-despite-the-ac-cooking-1.500639520 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-10/9opnllyo/Travis-Kelce-and-Taylor-Swift Travis Kelce, left, and Taylor Swift tied the knot on July2-4 weekend. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:03:11.991+04:00 Travis Kelce says his wedding to Taylor Swift at MSG was 'the best night of his life' despite the AC 'cooking' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/captain-de-silva-believes-sri-lanka-hold-advantage-over-india-1.500639518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-27/c2lvillv/newsml_afp_com_20250627T111504Z_doc_63zy6pg.jpeg Sri Lanka's captain Dhananjaya de Silva (2R) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Bangladesh's captain Najmul Hossain Shanto during the third day of the second Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo on June 27, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:58:22.224+04:00 Captain De Silva believes Sri Lanka hold advantage over India Cricket, cricket, BCCI, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-abu-dhabi-schoolboy-to-bollywood-hitmaker-benny-dayal-on-hustling-in-india-uae-homecoming-and-refusing-to-chase-relevance-1.500639465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/d23okhv3/Benny-Dayal-A.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/m7yfapte/Screenshot-2026-08-10-at-2.17.23-PM.png Benny Dayal, Thaikkudam Bridge, and Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ifez3z6t/Yeh_Jawaani_Hai_Deewani_1726a93656c_original_ratio.jpg Benny Dayal's ‘Badtameez Dil’ is one of his biggest his https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/lkdk5ie4/Benny-Dayal-B.jpg Benny Dayal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/bvqwafwv/TAB_191111_AR_Rahman_LAST_YEAR_DUBAI1_1573566032730_16e5fd82b5d_original_ratio.jpg Left to Right, , during the AR Rahman's masterstroke concert at the Bollywood Park in DPR, Dubai. Photo: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/46wy6rdi/Thaikkudam-Bridge-B.jpg Thaikuddam Bridge are a part of the trio who will perform with Benny Dayal and Usha Uthup this weekend in Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-22/5o0rfy1e/202505223409894.jpeg Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/6/6/1_16a0837f2c0.1840986_4196936530_16a0837f2c0_medium.jpg Benny Dayal on his wedding day Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:58:20.654+04:00 From Abu Dhabi schoolboy to Bollywood hitmaker: Benny Dayal on hustling in India, UAE homecoming and refusing to chase relevance Entertainment, UAE, Music, India, BollyWood, South-Indian, Dubai, Concert https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/anan-deca-launch-the-next-phase-of-the-dh22-billion-arabian-hills-gated-community-1.500639515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/av5z71sp/DECAcommunityaerialsm.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/x5qd9n5j/DECA-Equestrian-amenities.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:57:25.613+04:00 ANAN & DECA launch the next phase of the Dh22 billion Arabian Hills gated community Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/near-total-solar-eclipse-takes-place-in-central-london-1.500639507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jequ10b0/newsml_afp_com_20260812T194311Z_doc_c4hu62a.jpeg A near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, is pictured behind Elizabeth Tower (R), more commonly known as Big Ben, in central London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jequ10b0/newsml_afp_com_20260812T194311Z_doc_c4hu62a.jpeg A near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, is pictured behind Elizabeth Tower (R), more commonly known as Big Ben, in central London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ni9zovt1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T193107Z_doc_c4hp6cq.jpeg People gather to watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f9fvtr23/newsml_afp_com_20260812T192946Z_doc_c4hr39v.jpeg A woman (C) holds a piece of paper showing the eclipse refracted from binoculars, as people gather to watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/bh94oqjq/newsml_afp_com_20260812T192612Z_doc_c4hr3ak.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zt26nh5k/newsml_afp_com_20260812T192522Z_doc_c4hr3az.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/tuoqotoi/newsml_afp_com_20260812T191741Z_doc_c4hp9f3.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:49:01.490+04:00 Near total solar eclipse takes place in central London World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-built-ai-satellite-altair-1-heads-to-us-ahead-of-october-launch-1.500639511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/rfdklkzw/emiratesskycargofliesaltair1firstcommercialaienabledearthobservationsatellitemanufacturedinuae.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:46:25.779+04:00 UAE-built AI satellite Altair-1 heads to US ahead of October launch Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/la-lakers-set-for-record-125bn-sale-1.500639492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/6xnv2xa4/newsml_afp_com_20260812T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290208449.jpeg The Lakers logo is displayed outside Crypto.com Arena, home of the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers, on August 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:31:59.832+04:00 LA Lakers set for record $12.5bn sale Sport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/exclusive-black-torch-anime-stars-ryan-coles-levy-aj-on-ryosuke-jiro-and-wild-death-twist-its-an-amplifier-1.500639404 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/svoq0fmz/BTEP01Still17logocr.png Jiro Azuma looks like your average high schooler, but obviously, he isn't. A descendant of ninjas trained in the ancient art of the shinobi, Jiro also happens to be able to talk to animals, which comes in handy the day he stumbles across an injured stray cat named Rago. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ofqiu7o0/BTEP01Still31logocr.png Rago from Black Torch. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/m4h8hfwi/Ryan-Colt-LevyHeadshot.jpeg Ryan Coles-Levy plays Ryosuke Shiba. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/kgehf15z/BTEP01Still02logocr.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/rbbdajk9/BTEP03Still49lcr.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0pkv84pm/AJ-BecklesHeadshot-1.jpg AJ Beckles voices Jiro. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:31:28.875+04:00 Exclusive: Black Torch anime stars Ryan Coles-Levy, AJ Beckles on Ryosuke, Jiro and wild death twist: ‘It’s an amplifier’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatari-woman-in-intensive-care-after-weight-loss-balloon-bursts-in-stomach-1.500639485 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e13ma7a4/202608121786561877-275.png The woman underwent the gastric balloon procedure at a private hospital in an attempt to lose weight, but her condition deteriorated suddenly a few days later after the balloon ruptured inside her stomach. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:29:43.239+04:00 Qatari woman in intensive care after weight-loss balloon bursts in stomach Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-origin-teen-accused-of-killing-mother-brother-in-us-1.500639494 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/snxhyq80/INDIAN-TEEN-Read-Only.jpg Arjun Aravind faces two counts of murder in connection with the deaths of his mother and brother. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:29:04.125+04:00 Indian-origin teen accused of killing mother, brother in US India, Murder https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/du-joins-msci-emerging-markets-index-opening-door-to-wider-global-investor-demand-1.500639486 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/gzbmslkx/Stock_du_1928a38368e_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:24:22.927+04:00 du joins MSCI Emerging Markets Index, opening door to wider global investor demand Markets https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/whatsapp-netflix-found-on-phone-in-rape-convict-prajwal-revannas-bengaluru-jail-cell-1.500639479 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/36u9zk4w/DDD.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:22:46.073+04:00 WhatsApp, Netflix found on phone in rape convict Prajwal Revanna’s Bengaluru jail cell India https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dp-world-revenue-jumps-131-despite-disruption-to-middle-east-trade-flows-1.500639472 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/9upasvv1/DP_World_Jebel_Ali_Por_17974cdf6b0_large.jpg DP World's port in Jebel Ali. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:14:08.518+04:00 DP World revenue jumps 13.1% despite disruption to Middle East trade flows Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/global-shapers-abu-dhabi-opens-applications-for-2026-27-cohort-1.500639467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/mzwtj49r/Abudhabiskyline-2026 Abu dhabi skyline Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:06:47.196+04:00 Global Shapers Abu Dhabi opens applications for 2026-27 cohort UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/india-prioritise-brazil-friendly-over-asean-cup-in-october-1.500639455 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/06/14/Football---India-vs-HK_18163621b5d_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:54:44.881+04:00 India prioritise Brazil friendly over ASEAN Cup in October Football, football, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-rta-opens-new-dwtc-bridge-cutting-travel-time-from-10-minutes-to-2-1.500639444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/s8umo3ci/40e8d32d-9fa5-4570-8be2-23d8ac279f18.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0yym8abz/d42a3437-77a7-4a4b-a62c-88defffb9755.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/snn5s4qd/3d670973-f8d4-45db-a7a4-0f4f52d83055.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/df5uvngy/55776efe-4e25-47d3-a9db-68830bcf9f88.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:47:20.692+04:00 Dubai RTA opens new DWTC bridge, cutting travel time from 10 minutes to 2 Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/philippines-sms-748-million-profit-surge-reveals-the-bets-shaping-its-next-growth-wave-1.500639387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/oh430y95/SM-CityNorthEDSALRT-MRTCommonStationEDSAQuezonCity02-08-2026.jpg A view of SM City North, with the LRT-MRT-Subway common station in EDSA, Quezon City, Metro Manila. SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) reported an 8% increase in consolidated net income to ₱45.9 billion ($748 million) in the first half of 2026, up from ₱42.6 billion in 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5ih5ozo8/Tiwi-power-plant.png The Tiwi Geothermal Power Plant is a major 234-MW geothermal facility located in Tiwi, Albay, Philippines. Commissioned in 1979, it is one of the country's first and oldest large-scale geothermal power stations, providing essential clean energy to the Luzon grid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/7d594oui/newsml_afp_com_20260805T020045Z_doc_c2ez2g6.jpeg An aerial photo shows solar panels on the roof of SM Mall of Asia in Pasay, Metro Manila. SM Retail posted a 5-percent increase in net income to ₱8.9 billion, while operating income rose 12 percent to ₱14 billion. Photo taken on July 13, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:26:44.735+04:00 Philippines: SM’s $748-million profit surge reveals the bets shaping next growth wave Markets, Philippines, Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/swiatek-sinks-svitolina-to-set-up-rybakina-title-clash-in-toronto-1.500639415 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/vef4716w/newsml_afp_com_20260812T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290244573.jpeg Iga Swiatek of Poland celebrates match point against Elina Svitolina of Ukraine during the semifinals on day eleven of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 12, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:23:28.967+04:00 Swiatek sinks Svitolina to set up Rybakina title clash in Toronto Tennis, Canada https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/suvinder-vicky-on-abusing-arjun-rampal-in-dhurandhar-2-will-not-go-to-mothers-sisters-1.500639402 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bsyd3y7w/ArjunRampal178654688820717865468883643ad2e662-15fd-4d4a-b29a-9123faacc4e2.jpg.avif Suvinder Vicky and Arjun Rampal in stills from Dhurandhar 2 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/3jvcc7tx/Dhurandhar-2.jpg Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar: The Revenge Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:17:43.668+04:00 Suvinder Vicky on abusing Arjun Rampal in Dhurandhar 2: ‘Will not go to mothers, sisters’ Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/fan-hilariously-tells-steve-smith-to-stop-being-a-princess-during-bangladesh-test-1.500639414 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dycojh69/newsml_afp_com_20260813T043733Z_doc_c4jl6t3.jpeg Australian batsman Steve Smith sits during a drinks break on the first day of the first cricket Test match between Australia and Bangladesh at Marrara Stadium in Darwin on August 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:14:39.275+04:00 Fan hilariously tells Steve Smith to ‘stop being a princess’ during Bangladesh Test Cricket, cricket, Australia https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/taqa-profit-rises-97-approves-dh899-million-dividend-for-shareholders-1.500639403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/14/Stock-TAQA_18474cf86af_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:07:31.980+04:00 TAQA profit rises 9.7%, approves Dh899 million dividend for shareholders Markets https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/citizen-eco-drive-review-the-watch-you-never-charge-1.500633515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-07/l78qcx0y/citizenecodrive-1.png A rugged Citizen Eco drive watch shines against a dramatic seaside backdrop. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:00:00.000+04:00 Citizen Eco Drive review: the watch you never charge Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-gold-prices-retreat-from-august-high-giving-buyers-some-relief-1.500639380 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/07/07/STOCK-Gold-souq-Dubai---gold---sales_1892ff82d54_large.jpg Dubai gold surges Dh45 this month, breaks past Dh565. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:45:06.221+04:00 UAE gold prices retreat from August high, giving buyers some relief Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/sport/india-take-on-pakistan-as-hockey-world-cup-set-to-begin-1.500639374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-11/9dymmpa8/5D2A2167.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:39:03.200+04:00 India take on Pakistan as Hockey World Cup set to begin Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-13-2026-1.500639365 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/9h8654fp/STOCK_ZAYED_AIRPORT___ABU_DHABI_1910d11b4d4_original_ratio.jpg UAE airports are entering one of the busiest periods of the summer travel season as families and holidaymakers travel overseas. Passengers are advised to allow additional time for check-in and security. Photo shows passengers at the departures terminal at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport. For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:35:31.650+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 13, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ariana-grande-goes-instagram-official-with-ricky-alvarez-after-weeks-of-hints-1.500639368 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/yuu9xdo9/Ariana-Grande-AFI-Awards-Luncheon-2026-Ricky-Alvarez-EL-MUSEO-DEL-BARRIO-SPRING-BENEFIT-2022-081226-2855ea9138a6461bbe589268c775c712.jpg Ariana Grande and Rocky Alvarez Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:34:11.644+04:00 Ariana Grande goes Instagram official with Ricky Alvarez after weeks of hints Entertainment, Music https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-india-travel-airport-security-airline-advisories-ahead-of-independence-day-1.500639348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-28/cuk7r6bz/Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Flying from UAE? Heightened checks at major Indian airports may delay UAE–India journeys Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:27:36.221+04:00 UAE-India travel: Airport security, airline advisories ahead of Independence Day Aviation, India, Indian expats, india, air india, India UAE travel, travel https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dirham-strength-against-indian-pakistani-rupees-and-philippine-peso-opens-lucrative-transfer-window-for-expats-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-05/t0v7foet/newsml_afp_com_20251205T102106Z_doc_877k9u3.jpeg 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 2026-08-13T09:15:43.466+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/cocktail-2-traitors-season-2-batwara-1947-what-to-watch-on-uae-ott-and-in-cinemas-this-weekend-1.500639327 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bri7itud/batwara.avif A still from Batwara 1947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xp7slk98/reacher4.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:09:59.226+04:00 Cocktail 2, Traitors Season 2, Batwara 1947: What to watch on UAE OTT and in cinemas this weekend Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/photos/news/lava-spectacle-draws-crowds-to-erupting-mount-etna-1.500638980 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/4b2p095a/Etna.jpg Visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/mq8vp4uq/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4gd7cu.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/063nwyer/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131628Z_doc_c4gd466.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/g778w4ad/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131012Z_doc_c4gd89e.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows smoke and lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/nui4m5j4/newsml_afp_com_20260812T130637Z_doc_c4gd7zr.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/vnpqzo6z/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131012Z_doc_c4gd4kf.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n7hnkwpw/newsml_afp_com_20260812T130709Z_doc_c4gc8t7.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ka0bgf0m/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131012Z_doc_c4gd7t4.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows smoke and lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/h9uffx7b/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4gd7cu.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qj515gmy/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4ge2g3.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/36nc82ko/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4gd9ke.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/bjj3vgwc/newsml_afp_com_20260812T130637Z_doc_c4gd7kf.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/k0t1b900/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124251Z_doc_c4gd7zq.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0dzjexz2/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4ge29e.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/m8mqlt8j/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125240Z_doc_c4gd9zq.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/5irm0dx9/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124250Z_doc_c4gd7t6.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/dojugda1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125240Z_doc_c4gd7ct.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ud97frua/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125240Z_doc_c4gd7kg.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mt4dw690/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124251Z_doc_c4gd7t3.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/no58yhzs/newsml_afp_com_20260812T122735Z_doc_c4gd9cq.jpeg This handout photography taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows people standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/6opu7z5s/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124250Z_doc_c4gd7ke.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/2wgjl6ow/newsml_afp_com_20260812T122900Z_doc_c4gd7cr.jpeg This handout photography taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/9x3hidvu/newsml_afp_com_20260812T122735Z_doc_c4gd963.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows smoke and lava erupting and flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:00:41.873+04:00 Lava spectacle draws crowds to erupting Mount Etna news-photos, Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-status-india-travel-advisory-emirates-etihad-and-air-arabia-cancellations-1.500639328 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-05/fpgb1yau/gulfnewsimport20240425DUBAI-AIRPORT-RAIN18f14b12239large.avif India-bound passengers warned of tighter security ahead of Independence Day Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:59:04.072+04:00 UAE flight status: India travel advisory, Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia cancellations Aviation, India, Mena, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/cha-eun-woo-eyed-for-bon-appetit-your-majesty-spinoff-fans-are-already-setting-the-table-1.500639322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-17/de8txzw5/Snapinst_app_483598453_18508025065002363_7006536544280723037_n_1080.jpg The original series stars Lim Yoon-a and Lee Chae-min are sitting this one out, and the new series will come with a different title and story, even while sharing the same world. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:33:36.780+04:00 Cha Eun-woo eyed for Bon Appetit, Your Majesty spinoff — fans are already setting the table Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-slex-to-bicol-the-30-minute-drive-that-could-break-quezons-traffic-nightmare-1.500639203 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/zs35d1tj/SLEX-elevated.webp Construction continues on the 66.74-kilometer South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 (SLEX TR4), a major infrastructure project that will extend the SLEX network from Sto. Tomas, Batangas, to Lucena City, Quezon Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/w0yjozau/TR-4-Sto-Tomas-to-Lucena-expressway.png A drone shot of part of the under-construction TR-4 segment of the Sto Tomas, Batangas-Lucena,Quezon expressway, a privately-funded project reportedly valued at ₱58.42 billion, as uploaded by Filipino vlogger Purca Studio on August 5, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/muv6nc8m/Screenshot_2026_06_06_at_9_09_38_AM.png The South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 (SLEX TR4) project is a 66.74-kilometer-long, four-lane extension that connects Santo Tomas, Batangas to Lucena City, Quezon. Developed by San Miguel Corporation (SMC) under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the project cuts down travel time between these locations from four hours to just one hour https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/kjmpksrq/Giovani-Lopez-DoTr.jpg Department of Transportation (DOTr) Acting Secretary Giovanni Lopez speaks before industry executives and representatives of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states during the ASEAN Railway Conference (RailCon) 2026 at the Asian Development Bank headquarters in Mandaluyong City on June 18, 2026. On July 22, Lopez announced that the first three packages of South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 are targeted to open by December, with three additional packages to follow. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/n6pjb9ia/Screenshot-2026-08-13-at-12.27.38-PM.png A drone view of the under-construction SLEX TR-4 Tiaong Interchange. Once completed, the 66.7km expressway linking Batangas and Quezon project would provide faster access to tourism destinations, ports, agricultural areas and commercial centres across Quezon, and further south to Bicol, known for its hot springs and swimming-with-whalesharks adventures. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/b07q11os/TR-4-Batangas-to-Lucena-Quezon-province-loop-access.png An under-construction loop that would give motorists an off-ramp from the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) in Sto Tomas, Batangas to Lucena city, potentially cutting travel time from two hours to about 30 minutes. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:25:17.095+04:00 Philippines: SLEX to Bicol — the 30-minute drive that could break Quezon’s traffic nightmare Philippines https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/visa-immigration/planning-a-uae-holiday-these-two-new-offers-could-save-you-money-1.500639304 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/rrpqtwjz/STOCK_DUBAI_TOURISM_ECONOMY_DUBAI_MALL_BURJ__17e4806dce5_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:20:25.819+04:00 Planning a UAE holiday? These two new offers could save you money Living-Visa-Immigration, UAE Visas, Dubai tourism, Abu Dhabi tourism https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-end-of-oak-street-early-reviews-anne-hathaways-bleak-dinosaur-thriller-bites-into-83-on-rotten-tomatoes-1.500639286 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/8qe5t48s/anne.webp A story about a marriage falling apart turns into a fight for survival once prehistoric predators enter the picture. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:20:00.000+04:00 The End of Oak Street early reviews: Anne Hathaway’s bleak dinosaur thriller bites into 83% on Rotten Tomatoes Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/dib-launches-its-first-youth-council-to-develop-the-next-generation-of-talent-1.500638746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zcq4d61u/IMG4358.JPG Dr. Adnan Chilwan, Group Chief Executive Officer of DIB, with members of the inaugural DIB Youth Council during the Council’s official launch on International Youth Day. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:00:00.000+04:00 DIB launches its first Youth Council to develop the next generation of talent Banking, Native https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jordanian-woman-caught-begging-in-amman-with-46600-in-cash-1.500639265 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/47o8deoc/gettyimages-2220183533-612x612.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:55:14.406+04:00 Jordanian woman caught begging in Amman with $46,600 in cash Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/nick-reiner-accused-of-lying-in-wait-to-kill-parents-rob-and-michele-reiner-in-new-indictment-a-profound-betrayal-1.500639272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-24/mpiavagb/newsml_afp_com_20260223T000000Z_PH_GTY_2262696733.jpeg Nick Reiner appears with Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene during his arraignment in Los Angeles County Superior Court on February 23, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:55:00.000+04:00 Nick Reiner accused of lying in wait to kill parents Rob and Michele Reiner in new indictment: ‘A profound betrayal’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-minister-nitin-gadkari-reveals-how-he-lost-46kg-from-135kg-to-89kg-1.500638913 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4vtata1u/ddaaa.jpg India’s Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari’s weight-loss journey, from 135kg to 89kg, over the years. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/pfsu5ce0/20210621035L.jpg Union Minister Nitin Gadkari performs yoga on the occasion of the 7th International Yoga Day, in Nagpur in 2019. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:40:00.000+04:00 India Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals how he lost 46kg, from 135kg to 89kg India, Health Fitness, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-sharjah-traffic-report-heavy-delays-on-e11-and-e311-1.500639269 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-30/z68q4ow1/gulfnews2026-01-28cbxfwytuUntitled-2.avif Commuters advised to check live traffic updates and allow extra travel time amid heavy morning congestion in Dubai and Sharjah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tyhbw4w4/2.png Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:35:30.013+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic report: Heavy delays on E11 and E311 UAE, Traffic https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/fans-storm-pitch-for-bruno-fernandes-selfies-as-man-united-beat-leeds-1.500639149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/uhsbc5pn/newsml_afp_com_20260812T205232Z_doc_c4j22m9.jpeg A pitch invader takes a selfie photograph with Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes during a pre season friendly football match between Manchester United and Leeds at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:29:48.754+04:00 Fans storm pitch for Bruno Fernandes selfies as Man United beat Leeds Football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/janhvi-khushi-kapoor-win-delhi-high-court-protection-against-obscene-online-content-how-do-we-draw-the-line-1.500639264 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/8u1nc15t/janhvi.jpg In Janhvi's case, the court had directed the removal of obscene material but declined to impose a blanket restriction on fan pages or fan clubs using her name. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:28:32.615+04:00 Janhvi, Khushi Kapoor win Delhi High Court protection against obscene online content: ‘How do we draw the line?’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-moves-to-ban-use-of-children-in-fundraising-advertising-campaigns-1.500639261 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-23/hceq2bnj/G1gNMHhWoAIYic.jpg A view of Riyadh skyline Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:21:13.961+04:00 Saudi Arabia moves to ban use of children in fundraising advertising campaigns Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-independence-day-expats-call-for-education-and-economic-strength-1.500638590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/vqwo59wj/Pak-expats-voxpop.jpg (Clockwise from top left) Mehmood Qureshi, Mohammed Kalim, Yasmeen Kanwal, Imran Maqbool, Omar Farooq, Iftikhar Hamdani, Dr Noorul Sabah, Anum Mazhar; Shafiqur Rehman and Muhammed Usman Amjad. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:20:00.000+04:00 Pakistan Independence Day: Expats call for education and economic strength Pakistan, UAE, UAE, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/chicago-jury-awards-29m-to-family-of-irish-un-worker-killed-in-boeing-crash-1.500639159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/2nyubnrc/newsml_afp_com_20260812T225639Z_doc_c4ja6zq.jpeg Michael Ryan was among 157 people killed when an Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crashed in 2019. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:18:54.979+04:00 Chicago jury awards $29m to family of Irish UN worker killed in Boeing crash Americas, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-to-launch-rent-now-pay-later-service-with-zero-interest-instalments-1.500639254 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.2158568_322487979_16adb3b545c_large.jpg The initiative, being developed by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) in partnership with a local bank, is aimed at providing tenants with greater payment flexibility and making housing more accessible. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:09:35.839+04:00 Dubai to launch ‘Rent Now, Pay Later’ service with zero-interest instalments Property, Dubai property, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-opts-for-low-key-iran-strategy-as-pressure-mounts-1.500639167 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fphtu4ws/newsml_afp_com_20260812T010642Z_doc_c4fc8ew.jpeg US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:03:08.087+04:00 Trump opts for low-key Iran strategy as pressure mounts Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/skip-the-deposit-flexible-monthly-car-rentals-in-abu-dhabi-with-oneclickdrive-1.500638689 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/5f2u212m/OneClickDrive.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:00:00.000+04:00 Skip the Deposit: Flexible monthly car rentals in Abu Dhabi with OneClickDrive Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/yas-asset-management-appoints-publsh-as-exclusive-commercial-partner-for-yas-marina-race-weekend-2026-1.500638921 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mlgnlvix/Publsh-YAM-Main-Pic.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/do7o0tdn/Publsh-YAM-SecondaryPic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:00:00.000+04:00 Yas Asset Management appoints Publsh as exclusive commercial partner for Yas Marina Race Weekend 2026 Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-revokes-licences-of-three-blood-banks-over-serious-violations-posing-risk-to-patients-1.500639250 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-17/3gc668za/Blood-in-lab The licences of four blood banks have been revoked by Egypt's Ministry of Health over serious violations posing risk to patients. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:56:08.129+04:00 Egypt revokes licences of three blood banks over serious violations posing risk to patients Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/heavy-rain-thunderstorms-to-lash-southwestern-saudi-arabia-through-saturday-1.500639246 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5rvh9flr/Saudi-Arabia.webp Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast to affect parts of southwestern Saudi Arabia through Saturday. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:51:36.607+04:00 Heavy rain, thunderstorms to lash southwestern Saudi Arabia through Saturday Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/matthew-mcconaughey-on-his-sweet-return-to-the-big-screen-1.500639213 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/o3imw5wb/newsml_afp_com_20260813T015153Z_doc_c4je3zr.jpeg US actor Matthew McConaughey (R) and Native American actress Angelina LookingGlass attend the "The Rivals of Amziah King" world premiere during the 2025 SXSW Conference and Festival at Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas on March 10, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:50:32.371+04:00 Matthew McConaughey on his sweet return to the big screen HollyWood, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/lionel-messi-returns-after-fathers-death-but-miami-knocked-out-of-leagues-cup-1.500639182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e8nxazvm/preview.jpg Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) stands on the field during the second half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against Club León, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, in Miami. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:44:33.998+04:00 Lionel Messi returns after father's death but Miami knocked out of Leagues Cup Football, Lionel Messi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/psg-down-aston-villa-to-retain-uefa-super-cup-1.500639130 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/h4b2hcn5/preview.jpg PSG's Vitinha lifts the trophy during celebrations at the end of the UEFA Super Cup soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa in Salzburg, Austria, Wednesday, Aug.12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:32:50.661+04:00 PSG down Aston Villa to retain UEFA Super Cup Football https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-climb-to-49c-as-rain-mist-expected-1.500639242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/y14yfsgn/Rain-is-expected-for-three-days-in-the-UAE.webp Temperatures are forecast to rise, with possible afternoon rain and overnight humidity. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:28:14.396+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to climb to 49°C as rain, mist expected Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/us-iran-war-hormuz-remains-closed-as-talks-continue-1.500638033 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/enfens8k/HNRYnBuWgAEKBVH.jpg Trump claimed Washington’s naval blockade had become a “wall of steel” that Iran could not challenge. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/1ck58rww/9.jpg US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:15:28.822+04:00 Trump says US has ‘total control’ of Strait of Hormuz Gulf, World https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/empowering-next-generation-to-shape-future-of-water-security-1.500638766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/cp297lrg/OPN-UAE-CLOUD-SEEDING-Read-Only.jpg Dr Ahmed Al Kamali, Director of UAEREP, inspects cloud seeding flares used in rain enhancement operations, reflecting a journey from an early interest in aviation to a career in meteorology and rain enhancement science. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/rre30bip/Dr_Ahmed_Al_Kamali.jpeg Dr Ahmed Al Kamali Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:52:00.000+04:00 Empowering next generation to shape future of water security Op-Eds, Science, Environment, UAE weather, Rain https://gulfnews.com/sport/italian-teenager-curtis-breaks-50m-backstroke-world-record-at-europeans-2-1.500639074 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/x9zfq5m8/newsml_afp_com_20260812T174006Z_doc_c4hj427.jpeg Italy's Sara Curtis celebrates after setting a new world record in a semi-final of the women's 50m backstroke swimming event during the LEN European Aquatics Championships at the Olympic Aquatic Centre in Saint-Denis, northern suburbs of Paris, on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:27:08.187+04:00 Italian teenager Curtis breaks 50m backstroke world record at Europeans Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-blockade-us-navy-redirects-4-more-ships-near-hormuz-as-tehrans-oil-lifeline-chokes-1.500639205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zeg45re5/ANI_20260812205043.jpg An F/A-18 fighter jet launches from the flight deck of USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) while the ship sails in regional waters and supports enforcement of America’s "steel wall" blockade against Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ueemt07g/ANI_20260805000124.jpg A US F-35 fighter jet. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:17:08.068+04:00 Iran blockade: US Navy redirects 4 more ships near Hormuz as Tehran's oil lifeline chokes Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/things-to-do/10-things-to-do-in-dubai-this-weekend-lucky-ali-and-usha-uthup-concert-live-music-comedy-and-more-1.500638562 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f6v1bhsv/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-20.png 10 things to do in Dubai this weekend: Lucky Ali and Usha Uthup concert, live music, comedy and more https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/yopqbeh3/IMG_9296_2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/m7yfapte/Screenshot-2026-08-10-at-2.17.23-PM.png Benny Dayal, Thaikkudam Bridge, and Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ldpqgtm3/images-17.jpeg Marwan Moussa https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/nqjuj0dc/Back-to-school https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/5e0ymso0/LuckyAliada964330e.jpg Lucky Ali https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jw09c0g6/121.png Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:00:00.000+04:00 10 things to do in Dubai this weekend: Lucky Ali and Usha Uthup concert, live music, comedy and more Things To Do, UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/when-home-is-suddenly-somewhere-else-helping-children-find-belonging-after-moving-to-the-uae-1.500638652 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/j0va3rx8/WLD-OPN-CHIDREN-UAE1-Read-Only.jpg Relocation is not simply a change of address. For children, it is a process of rebuilding familiarity, connection and belonging. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:47:00.000+04:00 When home is suddenly somewhere else: Helping children find belonging after moving to the UAE Op-Eds, Choosing a school in Dubai, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/uae/tributes-pour-in-for-indian-expat-student-in-uae-who-died-in-tamil-nadu-after-rare-cancer-battle-1.500639132 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/6byvmo89/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-12-at-12.57.54-PM.jpeg Glowin Chell Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:30:00.000+04:00 Tributes pour in for Indian expat student in UAE who died in Tamil Nadu after rare cancer battle UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/meta-meets-its-own-tobacco-moment-as-jury-selection-kicks-off-trial-1.500638112 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-08/3brlr0vt/Meta2.jpg A photo illustration shows an image of Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta. The company, with a market capitalisation of $1.47 trillion as of Aug. 12, 2026, is facing a multi-state case about social media harms. The legal argument against Meta centres on its business practices, similar to when the federal government sued tobacco companies. Jury selection started on Wednesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:12:41.892+04:00 Meta meets its own 'tobacco' moment as jury selection kicks off trial Americas, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/to-make-the-civilians-leave-russia-pummels-ukraines-petrol-stations-1.500638448 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/0tatglw4/newsml_afp_com_20260727T210541Z_doc_c3c22zq.jpeg Cars drive past a petrol station destroyed in an air attack in the town of Izium, in the eastern Kharkiv region, on July 27, 2026, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/w52y66rh/newsml_afp_com_20260812T010001Z_doc_c4d88kh.jpeg Firefighters work at the site of a destroyed petrol station following Russian drones and missiles strikes in Kyiv on May 14, 2026, amid the Russian invasion in Ukraine. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/1wuq4i31/newsml_afp_com_20260306T193829Z_doc_a2aq2nq.jpeg People refile their tank at a petrol station in Istanbul on March 6, 2026 as fears have grown of a possible inflationary wave as war in the Middle East sends energy prices shooting upwards. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:02:41.114+04:00 'To make the civilians leave': Russia pummels Ukraine's petrol stations Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-on-track-for-record-natural-gas-production-in-2026-eia-1.500639127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/24/A_Unit_Drilling_Co_16a31076318._rig_stands_in_the_Bakken_Formation_resources1_16a31076318_large.jpg A Unit Drilling Co. rig stands in the Bakken Formation in this aerial photograph outside Watford City, North Dakota. The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) states that US natural gas production is on track to hit a new annual record in 2026, with output averaging 122.5 Bcf/d, which underpins the US' growing importance in global gas markets. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T03:02:09.700+04:00 US on track for record natural gas production in 2026: EIA Americas, Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-remains-blocked-claims-dont-change-reality-iran-dismisses-trumps-total-us-control-claims-1.500639152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/5/4/1_16a082ec3cf.1819087_1422495664_16a082ec3cf_large.jpg A view of the Strait of Hormuz as seen from the International Space Station. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:41:37.250+04:00 Strait of Hormuz remains blocked; claims don't change reality: Iran dismisses Trump's 'total US control' claims Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/another-world-total-solar-eclipse-enthralls-europe-1.500639104 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/63c1m2wn/newsml_afp_com_20260812T212111Z_doc_c4hp6an.jpeg People react as they observe the total solar eclipse from the sea port of Tarragona, northeastern Spain, on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:36:40.749+04:00 'Another world': total solar eclipse enthralls Europe Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/zimbabwe-ferry-capsizes-with-95-people-on-board-1.500637893 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/999pdmqo/preview.jpg In this image taken from a video people are rescued from an overloaded ferry that capsized on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:27:05.503+04:00 Zimbabwe ferry capsizes with 95 people on board Africa https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/c1p3t5x-global-oil-demand-expected-decline-16-mbd-2026-1.500639097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-11/reppqkbu/da251045e9b6141c191c19d03b8b018a.jpg A forecast by the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that global oil demand will drop by 1.6 mb/d in 2026, and 2.4 mb/d in 2027. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:21:24.075+04:00 Global oil demand expected to decline by 1.6 mb/d in 2026, expand by 2.4 mb/d in 2027: IEA Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-military-helicopter-crash-kills-2-in-texas-officials-say-1.500639140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/tk7k79b2/ANI_20260505031359.jpg An AH-64 Apache helicopter. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/369e7h97/preview.jpg A tanker aircraft dumps fire retardant on a field southwest of Salado, Texas, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, after a military helicopter crashed and sparked a grass fire. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:10:19.089+04:00 US military helicopter crash kills 2 in Texas, officials say fort hood texas apache military helicopter crash https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/karoline-leavitt-to-leave-white-house-press-secretary-role-at-month-end-1.500639105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qdh7p0z7/preview.jpg White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:59:10.698+04:00 Karoline Leavitt to leave White House press secretary role at month-end trump press secretary leavitt https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/netherlands-appoint-xavi-hernandez-as-coach-through-2030-world-cup-1.500639095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/sp3sxqtp/HPiztRAX0AAic4j.jpg Xavi Hernández Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:37:46.948+04:00 Netherlands appoint Xavi Hernandez as coach through 2030 World Cup Football https://gulfnews.com/photos/news/rare-solar-eclipse-sweeps-europe-as-millions-watch-celestial-spectacle-1.500639081 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/hy4snpcq/21.jpg A total solar eclipse is seen from Berlanga de Duero, central Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/t8so15u6/22.jpg People observe a partial solar eclipse at Northala Fields in London. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ysrne6m5/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190738Z_doc_c4ht2ad.jpeg People are silhouetted as they watch the moon pass over the sun's horizon near the Monviso mountain during a partial solar eclipse in in Bene Vagienna, near Turin, northwestern Italy. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/luquqpgu/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190018Z_doc_c4hn6nc.jpeg The diamond ring effect appears as the Sun begins to emerge from behind the Moon following totality of the solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/sw1zvjps/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190018Z_doc_c4hn6nd.jpeg The Sun's corona glows as the Moon completely blocks the Sun during the totality phase of the total solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/xnqatswy/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190018Z_doc_c4hn6ng.jpeg The Sun's corona glows as the Moon completely blocks the Sun during the totality phase of the total solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/pddlxrf1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190142Z_doc_c4hr4zq.jpeg A person watches the partial solar eclipse in Bize-Minervois, south-western France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zzh4q9od/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185853Z_doc_c4hr39k.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4sl99zwa/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185821Z_doc_c4hr7t3.jpeg The moon passes over the sun's horizon during a partial solar eclipse in Rennes, western France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fqruvut2/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185801Z_doc_c4hp3yu.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jijg6896/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185801Z_doc_c4hp3wq.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n5u76fha/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp3yp.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/kk150zf1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp3wn.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/aqo8g82h/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp7t3.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4sakulhl/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp3xh.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/xfi6arsf/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185734Z_doc_c4hr2kf.jpeg This handout image from NASA shows a total solar eclipse from San Millán de los Caballeros, Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fbzcday0/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185602Z_doc_c4hn6n9.jpeg The diamond ring effect appears as the Sun begins to emerge from behind the Moon following totality of the solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jppwabhp/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185424Z_doc_c4hp9dw.jpeg The partial solar eclipse is pictured in Salzburg, Austria. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/b82ztweo/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185423Z_doc_c4hp6ck.jpeg The partial solar eclipse is pictured in Salzburg, Austria. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/z184xh55/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185423Z_doc_c4hp9dz.jpeg The partial solar eclipse is pictured in Salzburg, Austria. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ti4vypx9/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185339Z_doc_c4hn3kw.jpeg The moon passes over the sun's horizon during a partial solar eclipse on the Noirmoutier island, western France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/3i351vot/newsml_afp_com_20260812T184958Z_doc_c4hm6hj.jpeg The moon passes over the sun's horizon during a partial solar eclipse in Hemiksem. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:13:01.787+04:00 Rare solar eclipse sweeps Europe as millions watch celestial spectacle news-photos, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/zlatko-dalic-appointed-uae-national-team-head-coach-1.500639085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-02/yrbkeu09/newsml_afp_com_20260702T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284395322.jpeg Zlatko Dalic Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:12:17.844+04:00 Zlatko Dalic appointed UAE national team head coach Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/start-of-partial-eclipse-in-several-regions-of-spain-2-1.500637970 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/wdwu1jg5/17.jpg Totality in Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/vq5sxny3/18.jpg The Moon partially covers the Sun during the early stages of the total solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid, on August 12, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T21:23:44.917+04:00 Watch: Total solar eclipse visible in Spain Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-to-establish-four-new-industrial-cities-under-2026-2030-development-drive-1.500638857 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/osh9hu2a/Maydan-Industrial-projects.jpeg Four industrial cities will be established by Madayn across Oman under 2026-2030 development plan to boost investment and economic diversification. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:38:48.592+04:00 Oman to establish four new industrial cities under 2026-2030 development drive Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-carries-out-first-gaza-strike-in-more-than-week-one-killed-1.500638901 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/wdpqhn6t/12.jpg An internally displaced Palestinian man walks past the rubble of buildings destroyed by the Israeli military, in Khan Yunis southern Gaza Strip. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:29:51.090+04:00 Israel carries out first Gaza strike in more than week, one killed Mena, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-to-set-up-free-tech-university-based-on-merit-1.500638737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-24/48pah184/ANI_20250924112447.jpg Shehbaz made the announcement at an event in Islamabad marking International Youth Day. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:24:02.402+04:00 Pakistan to set up free tech university based on merit Pakistan, Pakistan, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oil-spill-off-oman-reportedly-reaches-mainland-un-agency-1.500638915 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/u5o7t2mf/11.jpg Tanker Caroline Bezengi, grounded and partly submerged off the coast of Oman, leaking crude oil into the sea. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:13:29.734+04:00 Oil spill off Oman reportedly reaches mainland: UN agency Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanons-sweeping-amnesty-law-what-we-know-1.500638835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/rhd6fkw3/10.jpg Sunni Muslims hold a portrait of imprisoned Sunni cleric Ahmad al-Assir during a protest against a clause in a proposed amnesty law that would exclude some prisoners, including the cleric, from being eligible for amnesty, after Friday prayers in Beirut, Lebanon, Friday, May 22, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:08:05.730+04:00 Lebanon's sweeping amnesty law: what we know Mena, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/ghd-platinum-review-a-premium-straightener-that-earns-its-place-on-the-dressing-table-1.500631369 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/7i2ny2bt/ghdplatinum-2.png Premium GHD Platinum+ hair straightener displayed elegantly on a stylish dressing table. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:00:00.000+04:00 GHD Platinum+ review: A premium straightener that earns its place on the dressing table Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-and-king-of-bahrain-discuss-fraternal-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500638902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/y9g2nuxh/20260812HKZ813347.jpg King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa praised the UAE's steadfast support for Bahrain Gulf News en 2026-08-12T19:42:48.860+04:00 UAE President and King of Bahrain discuss fraternal ties and regional developments Government, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-us-will-keep-hormuz-strait-control-1.500638866 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-23/uyj1qevz/Screenshot-2026-07-24-at-7.22.56-AM.png Trump has repeatedly claimed the United States controls the strait. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T19:23:23.448+04:00 Trump says US will 'keep' Hormuz strait control Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/los-angeles-lakers-to-be-sold-to-josh-kushner-bob-iger-for-record-125-billion-1.500638886 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/uhh5drs9/771757362186275673220402087973844441796643282n.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T19:12:50.624+04:00 Los Angeles Lakers to be sold to Josh Kushner, Bob Iger for record $12.5 billion Sport, NBA https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august-12-1.500638829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/1mgcsnai/gulfnews2026-07-27ts9v9cwtDXBDubaiInternationalAirport182d025b890originalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-12T18:50:16.247+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know this evening (August 12) Mena, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-foils-terrorist-plot-targeting-vital-facility-1.500638789 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/giv5xh9q/gulfnewsimport20210615STOCK-jailed-prison-handcuff-crime17a0f18e795large.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/k76ziebr/gulfnewsimport20200812Stock-crime-jailed-murder-robbery173e32dcef4large.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-12T18:35:31.559+04:00 Kuwait foils terrorist plot targeting vital facility Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-sends-message-of-support-to-messi-following-fathers-death-1.500638836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/webiio4t/Cristiano_Ronaldo_helps_Messi_stand_1764250535c_original_ratio.jpg Nothing but respect between two of football's greatest ever players Gulf News en 2026-08-12T18:32:29.441+04:00 Ronaldo sends message of support to Messi following father’s death Sport, Football, football, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/44-lives-lost-after-ferry-capsizes-on-zimbabwes-lake-kariba-1.500638693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/la62k3e5/6.jpg Passengers being rescued after a boat capsized on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba following an encounter with strong waves on August 11, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T17:59:08.297+04:00 44 lives lost after ferry capsizes on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba Africa https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/trisha-shares-cryptic-drama-at-this-age-is-embarrassing-message-as-sangeetha-drops-divorce-case-against-vijay-1.500638773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n9g4q1yk/202606273842254.jpg Trisha Krishnan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-07/akyklxys/SSSS.jpg A combo image of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and his wife, Sangeetha. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T17:47:18.970+04:00 Trisha shares cryptic ‘drama at this age is embarrassing’ message as Sangeetha drops divorce case against Vijay Entertainment, South-Indian, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-public-holidays-2027-1.500638729 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-13/v4jlpk7f/Burj-3.jpg Fireworks explode around the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, during New Year's Eve celebrations in Dubai, on Thursday, January 1, 2026 (Picture used for illustrative purposes). Gulf News en 2026-08-12T17:22:35.401+04:00 UAE public holidays 2027: Full list of expected dates and long weekends Living-Ask-Us, Ask Gulf News, UAE, UAE Public holidays https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-to-add-1222-parking-spaces-in-al-khan-and-al-mamzar-1.500638623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qhuu5xcj/Sharjah-adds-parking-spaces.webp Work is under way on three additional parking areas in Al Khan and Al Mamzar that will accommodate another 540 vehicles, bringing the total capacity of the five sites to 1,222 spaces. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:54:50.891+04:00 Sharjah to add 1,222 parking spaces in Al Khan and Al Mamzar Transport, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/inside-tata-sons-power-struggle-why-n-chandrasekarans-third-term-as-chairman-collapsed-1.500638348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ovjuht0v/Chandrasekaran-12.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:48:48.281+04:00 Inside Tata Sons power struggle: Was N Chandrasekaran forced out of India’s top conglomerate? Markets, India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-duty-free-draw-russian-seaman-dubai-businessman-win-1m-each-1.500638676 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/p6r2ba5o/5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/kn4bw48q/4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:35:30.570+04:00 Dubai Duty Free draw: Russian seaman, Dubai businessman win $1m each people https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/afghanistans-gold-rush-transforms-lives-and-landscapes-in-badakhshan-1.500638684 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/8czv5t0a/newsml_afp_com_20260809T020023Z_doc_c3zp3yw.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:30:16.739+04:00 Afghanistan’s gold rush transforms lives and landscapes in Badakhshan Asia, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/six-british-shorthair-mix-cats-abandoned-in-dubai-apartment-building-management-and-rescuers-step-in-1.500638668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/x508eudx/cats.jpg The cats were found in an apartment in the Prestige Building https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mhqvpzsv/cat1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/a5t44dyd/cat4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:21:03.207+04:00 Six British Shorthair mix cats abandoned in Dubai apartment, building management and rescuers step in UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-has-potential-to-succeed-in-both-short-and-long-formats-hayden-says-1.500638672 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fyrm8cjg/India_vs_England_0130F.jpg ‘I’ll always give my best every single time,’ says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after historic India debut in the second T20I against England on Saturday. Photo credit: BCCI/X Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:16:08.489+04:00 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has potential to succeed in both short and long formats, Hayden says Cricket, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/after-defence-stocks-rally-these-sectors-could-drive-the-next-five-years-for-investors-1.500638534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-12/w95g6fxv/US_stocks_sO0quAx.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-22/r2vzc7vj/Vijay_Mugshot_2_17853017e75_author.jpg Vijay Valecha https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/wi6yqhq3/OPN_191112_nato_1573556035241_16e5f3f9eab_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/s8c1th0v/newsml_afp_com_20260804T004243Z_doc_c3vz864.jpeg A photo illustration taken in Nicosia on May 4, 2026, shows a person in front of a large screen displaying vessel movements in the Strait of Hormuz on a ship-tracking website. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/gt62dgcf/187a4cac_dee2_4f9a_a5fa_3f5e11789ee2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/nhzecll7/28.jpg US President Donald Trump has praised US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying he is "extremely happy" with his performance. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:04:58.882+04:00 After defence stocks rally, these sectors could drive the next five years for investors Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/6-free-spots-in-the-uae-to-watch-perseids-meteor-showers-1.500638627 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/qt0z1hbu/A_long_exposure_shows_star_trails_behind_Lopez_Mountain_during_the_annual_Perseid_meteor_shower_peri.jpg A long exposure shows star trails behind Lopez Mountain during the annual Perseid meteor shower period near the town of Bariloche, Argentina, August 11, 2023. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-22/wwknupp5/Perseid_meteor_shower_189cfc5ca7e_original_ratio.jpg The Perseids are a prolific meteor shower associated with the comet Swift–Tuttle. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-13/k259ta3j/STAFFNAT_250812_Perseid_meteor_shower_VSAKLANI_51755057984523.jpg Enthusiasts and stargazers were in for a celestial treat as the annual Perseid meteor shower returns, with a display of "shooting stars" across the night sky during an event hosted by Dubai Astronomy Group at Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, last year. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:00:45.232+04:00 6 free spots in the UAE to watch Perseids meteor showers UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/champions-league-v-europa-league-psg-face-aston-villa-in-super-cup-1.500638632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/wzod6wkl/HAKIMI-AND-MARTINEZ It's champions v champions in the UEFA Super Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/emm7xyjp/PSG_ASTON. PSG won the 2025 Champions League while Villa won the Europa League https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/juyzhgff/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286813100.jpeg PSG's World Cup winner Fabian Ruiz will be available for selection https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/9ynev0wn/newsml_afp_com_20260706T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284968299.jpeg Amadou Onana will be out for several months after suffering an ACL injury in the World Cup Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:00:40.910+04:00 Champions League v Europa League: PSG face Aston Villa in Super Cup Sport, Football, football, Champions League https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-car-phone-mounts-and-wireless-chargers-on-amazonae-2026-secure-charging-for-every-drive-1.500631196 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/09gdi6gx/carmount-1.png Modern car mounts and wireless chargers displayed inside a premium vehicle cabin. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best car phone mounts and wireless chargers on Amazon.ae 2026: Secure charging for every drive Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/takaful-emarat-posts-46-surge-in-half-year-profit-as-revenue-and-takaful-service-result-climb-1.500638313 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/7tq1mpum/Dr.-Noor-Aldeen-AtatrehMr.-Adnan-Sabaalaish.jpg (L-R) Dr. Noor Aldeen Atatreh, Chairman and Adnan Sabaalaish, CEO Gulf News en 2026-08-12T16:00:00.000+04:00 Takaful Emarat posts 46% surge in half-year profit as revenue and Takaful Service result climb Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ronaldos-fellow-madeira-resident-now-portugal-cricket-captain-1.500638645 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/uhs4n5pg/Congratulations-on-a-brilliant-career-mozzie21-👏.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:59:37.921+04:00 Ronaldo’s fellow Madeira resident now Portugal cricket captain Cricket, Football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sahil-ki-hana-a-blockbuster-engagement-takes-over-salalah-1.500638607 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/z8npuqlb/The-Iconic-Proposal-Sahil-Ki-Hana.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0z0j05p1/Bride-and-Groom.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/6njlh1rd/Engagement-Cake-Cutting-Ceremony.jpg Engagement cake cutting ceremony. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/1vfmi456/The-Sajans.jpg The Sajans https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fgbizcmx/Pool-Party-Entry.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/r1hhzpt4/Dubai-Badmash-Company-DBC-Full-Group.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/3k9snzev/Bride-and-Family.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ouwok21t/Groom-and-Friends.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/s3qolih7/Icons-Men-Group.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:56:09.005+04:00 Sahil Ki Hana: A blockbuster engagement takes over Salalah Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/one-dead-172-rescued-as-second-ferry-in-days-catches-fire-in-indonesia-1.500638024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-21/vk6yrfsg/newsml_afp_com_20250721T010154Z_doc_67bz2wf.jpeg This screen grab taken from video released by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) and the Indonesian Coast Guard shows the KM Barcelona 5 ferry after a fire broke out while on its way to Manado, the capital of North Sulawesi province. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:45:13.938+04:00 One dead, 172 rescued as second ferry in days catches fire in Indonesia Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/couple-leave-children-at-aunt-s-home-die-by-suicide-hours-later-1.500638411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/wikov59v/coupet.webp Naresh worked as a lineman with the electricity department, while Meghana was a homemaker. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:42:48.033+04:00 Couple leave children at aunt’s home, die by suicide hours later India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/cristiano-ronaldo-before-georgina-irina-shayk-five-children-and-a-private-life-1.500638580 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-26/gitx5jfx/newsml_afp_com_20250826T121544Z_doc_72fz9g4.jpeg Al-Nassr's new Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo (C), his partner Georgina Rodriguez (2nd-L) and his children stand on the stage during his unveiling at the Mrsool Park Stadium in the Saudi capital Riyadh on January 3, 2023. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/ii056g4x/newsml_afp_com_20260520T163505Z_doc_b3he4pb.jpeg Russian model Irina Shayk arrives for the screening of the film "La Bataille de Gaulle : L'age de fer" (De Gaulle: Tilting Iron) at the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France on May 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-05/htkz23jr/Screenshot20251105152252Instagram.jpg Cristiano Jr holding the trophy with his mother Georgina Rodriguez https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/lmy1kwxj/Screenshot-2026-08-12-at-3.33.01-PM.png Eva Maria and Mateo arrived on 8 June 2017, about seven months into his relationship with Rodríguez. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:36:04.955+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo before Georgina: Irina Shayk, five children and a private life Entertainment, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/property/global-partners-secures-300-million-for-next-growth-phase-1.500638576 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0ce85hg2/Across-the-Canal-Eden-House-The-Park-2.jpeg Eden House The Park offers Jumeirah residents an elevated lifestyle proposition https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/e9lfuap8/HH-I-Eden-House-The-Canal-I-Exteriors-1-2.jpeg Eden House The Canal is ideally situated on Dubai Water Canal and sits alongside some of the city’s most distinguished addresses Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:28:37.520+04:00 Global Partners secures $300 million for next growth phase Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/najoom-al-thuraya-unveils-ai-powered-fleetvision-ai-platform-to-transform-telematics-road-safety-in-uae-1.500638581 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/6bdkyh5p/Kashif-Ali.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:17:19.764+04:00 Najoom Al Thuraya unveils AI-powered fleetvision AI platform to transform telematics, road safety in UAE Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-student-in-uae-dies-back-home-after-battle-with-cancer-1.500638565 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mdk2hh8x/Glowin.jpg Glowin Chell Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:14:03.287+04:00 Indian expat student in UAE dies back home after battle with cancer UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/how-dubai-keeps-its-roads-among-the-worlds-best-1.500638570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/han9lv3j/RTA-roads.JPG The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) records a 95 per cent “excellent” rating for its road network assets https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qgji23bm/rta-roads-two.jpg The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) records a 95 per cent “excellent” rating for its road network assets https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zwfdni5c/rta-roads-three.JPG The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) records a 95 per cent “excellent” rating for its road network assets Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:09:03.735+04:00 How Dubai keeps its roads among the world’s best Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/what-cristiano-ronaldo-and-georgina-rodríguez-have-said-about-each-other-the-love-keeps-growing-1.500638559 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/zvjpeq0p/newsml_afp_com_20260811T214159Z_doc_c4fa3t8.jpeg Cristiano Ronaldo with Georgina Rodriguez. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:06:09.327+04:00 What Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez have said about each other: 'The love keeps growing' Sport, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/opinion/cristiano-ronaldo-and-georgina-rodríguezs-10-year-journey-to-i-do-challenges-the-deadline-on-modern-love-1.500638536 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/3hd44wpi/Cristiano_Ronaldo_and_Georgina_Rodriguez_in_Saudi_Arabia__185ca3d94aa_original_ratio.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez got married on August 11 in Portugal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mrwnvq63/_Cristiano_Ronaldo_and_Georgina_Rodriguez__185ca472107_original_ratio.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez married on Tuesday in a private civil ceremony in Cascais https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/cqs2d7ss/Football_superstar_Cristiano_Ronaldo_celebrated_Christmas_with_his_family__including_his_children_Cr.jpg Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated Christmas with his family, including his children Cristiano Jr., twins Eva and Mateo and Alana. Also in the picture is Georgina Rodriguez who is five months pregnant and is expecting a boy and a girl. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ikt0pwc8/Cristiano_Ronaldo_and_Georgina_Rodriguez_enjoy_family_day_out_185ca3b7e36_original_ratio.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo with girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez and kids. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T15:00:46.464+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez’s 10-Year journey to ‘I Do’ challenges the deadline on modern love Opinion, Sport, Football, Europe, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/gamingtec-secures-uae-gaming-related-vendor-licence-unlocking-new-igaming-opportunities-1.500638528 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/u7coajhw/Gamingtec.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:45:19.824+04:00 Gamingtec secures UAE Gaming-related vendor licence, unlocking new iGaming opportunities Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/international-youth-day-the-uaes-young-generation-is-already-building-its-future-1.500638430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/d45jfgty/shutterstock2255630509.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:37:42.857+04:00 International Youth Day: The UAE’s young generation is already building its future UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uaes-jaywan-cards-set-for-use-across-183-countries-under-unionpay-deal-1.500638498 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/xm66lto8/Jaywan-CA.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:23:51.829+04:00 UAE’s Jaywan cards set for use across 183 countries under UnionPay deal Retail https://gulfnews.com/sport/honeymoon-or-football-ronaldo-faces-al-nassr-dilemma-1.500638510 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jagw2svl/RONALDO-11.jpg Ronaldo has a decision on his hands https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/2nh5ynf2/newsml_afp_com_20260521T212927Z_doc_b3nf7w7.jpeg Al Nassr's captain won his first major trophy with the club last season https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/j7prmga8/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_12_at_13_58_11.jpeg Does this Instagram story offer a glimmer of hope for Al Nassr? Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:23:34.471+04:00 Honeymoon or football? Ronaldo faces Al Nassr dilemma Sport, Football, Entertainment, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo, UAE marriage https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dewa-posts-record-h1-profit-of-dh333b-revenue-of-dh1486b-1.500638509 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/h0iwaa20/Al-Sheraa-DEWA Al Sheraa DEWA Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:22:16.173+04:00 DEWA posts record H1 profit of Dh3.33b, revenue of Dh14.86b Markets, Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/perseid-meteor-shower-dubai-astronomy-group-warns-stargazers-away-from-al-khatim-desert-1.500638505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2010/8/14/1_16a07fc0556.668039_674162793_16a07fc0556_large.jpg The lights of an approaching plane are pictured as a meteor (R) streaks past stars in the night sky, on the outskirts of Cancun. The Perseid meteor shower is sparked every August when the Earth passes through a stream of space debris left by the comet Swift-Tuttle. Picture taken using a long exposure. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:20:03.682+04:00 Perseid meteor shower: Dubai Astronomy Group warns stargazers away from Al Khatim Desert UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/global-youth-unemployment-rises-to-124-as-67-million-young-people-remain-jobless-1.500638491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-07/owyh0hz2/preview.jpg A new ILO report shows that global youth unemployment is on the rise, with some of the steepest increases occurring in higher-income countries and a growing number of young people not engaged in work, education, or training. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:15:25.253+04:00 Global youth unemployment rises to 12.4% as 67 million young people remain jobless Markets, World https://gulfnews.com/uae/the-uae-will-not-see-a-total-solar-eclipse-until-september-2081-55-years-from-now-1.500638479 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0v43rtzw/GULF-NEWS-ARCHIVE-SOLAR-2022-1.jpg The next total solar eclipse visible from the UAE falls on 3 September 2081. Fifty-five years from now. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/vvgennm9/newsml_afp_com_20260810T193905Z_doc_c4cj3km.jpeg A researcher from San Francisco's Exploratorium museum carries out preparations for the global live broadcast of the upcoming August 12 total solar eclipse, in the abandoned village of Villalibado, near Burgos, northern Spain, on August 10, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zf7s7t1e/GULF-NEWS-ARCHIVE-SOLAR-2022.jpg Special glasses were handed out, and one telescope was fitted with a filter to project the eclipse onto a paper screen. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/tuea7oow/Solar_eclipse_in_Dubai_2019_16f40f6a921_original_ratio.jpg Solar eclipse as seen from Al Thuraya Atronomy Centre in Dubai in 2019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/hxf3so1k/newsml_afp_com_20260811T150638Z_doc_c4ec9ak.jpeg Solar eclipse glasses are displayed for sale at an outlet within Old Spitalfields Market in east London on August 11, 2026, ahead of the total eclipse of the sun expected in parts of Europe the following day. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T14:00:00.291+04:00 The UAE will not see a total solar eclipse until September 2081, 55 years from now UAE, Science, UAE, Solar eclipse https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-pilot-found-on-cockpit-floor-after-300ft-plunge-struggled-to-stand-report-1.500638459 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6kbvb44i/pilot.avif At least 20 passengers and four crew members were injured, including two crew members who suffered spinal injuries around the neck and tailbone, according to Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:57:01.773+04:00 Air India pilot found on cockpit floor after 300ft plunge, struggled to stand: Report India, Aviation, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/honor-announces-the-official-availability-of-honor-x7e-plus-5g-1.500638484 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/caudvxtp/Honor.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:53:51.398+04:00 HONOR announces the official availability of HONOR X7e Plus 5G Company News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-mark-ruffalo-refused-to-get-avengers-tattoo-with-chris-evans-and-co-stars-i-bullied-him-trust-me-1.500638467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/wuv7bp7x/avenghers.avif Most of the founding Avengers, it seems, already had a taste for tattoos, so getting matching ink during Infinity War to mark the end of an era felt inevitable. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:41:51.835+04:00 Why Mark Ruffalo refused to get Avengers tattoo with Chris Evans and co-stars: 'I bullied him, trust me' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/miss-palestine-2026-launches-beauty-beyond-borders-competition-for-women-in-palestine-and-the-diaspora-heres-how-to-apply-for-the-pageant-1.500638463 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-19/4j8itqol/newsml_afp_com_20251119T084108Z_doc_84g43hm.jpeg Miss Palestine Nadeen Ayoub walks on stage during the 2025 Miss Universe national costume presentation in Nonthaburi, north of Bangkok, on November 19, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-19/5ydcpt07/newsml_afp_com_20251119T084108Z_doc_84g43hr.jpeg Miss Palestine Nadeen Ayoub walks on stage during the 2025 Miss Universe national costume presentation in Nonthaburi, north of Bangkok, on November 19, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:35:11.897+04:00 Miss Palestine 2026 launches ‘Beauty beyond borders’ competition for women in Palestine and the diaspora: Here's how to apply for the pageant Entertainment, UAE, Beauty-Beat, Miss Universe, Palestine https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-committed-to-empowering-youth-uae-president-1.500638458 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/rvnxrmix/UAE-President.jpg President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:31:35.564+04:00 'UAE committed to empowering youth': UAE President UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/the-only-man-to-break-the-sound-barrier-on-land-has-done-it-again-this-time-with-jcb-1.500638421 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/kq1vqzef/9Tzi8ywRz924XE3uHaD6DZ3EfIdbOiYlvIROR5vlqUeRrexTocZGobKRJ9od-gnk3B-CeKTmTAsIjj6Q0YaYYqumBBJcwBll2fVbk0XeKcYuHi3fODOHMrjC6Z1NKa89qHwBjvJGbtYHjf67lGlZOgvQZ-UiJRpb7B0iNcMoBhUeE6L4hp54oEOxuioPQ4AGRq4sw036zx8wjt1XZpg.webp The JCB Hydromax on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Wendover, Utah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mvm8nzui/9Tzi8ywRz924XE3uHaD6DZ3EfIdbOiYlvIROR5vlqUeRrexTocZGobKRJ9od-gnk3B-CeKTmTAsIjj6Q0YaYUaJ8YgEgVjBFTnSJZOswfy5e8G1QcfF0l-EcG6NyicFC8wKgyugRr73B2TEl0Ag1DuQsYE3iKMJV4gu8X-9qzM23nhaZE1HCFIc0p100n3vpVmMQM4qhHgel3mppTq3A.webp Green, right, is congratulated by a crew member after setting a new unofficial world diesel powered land speed record. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/43s7r1g3/9Tzi8ywRz924XE3uHaD6DZ3EfIdbOiYlvIROR5vlqUeRrexTocZGobKRJ9od-gnk3B-CeKTmTAsIjj6Q0YaYcL5JDnJldWyRV9NDQ-jPTMeJn5k7T9KpzdGPLGZ9PY9usaPNeoDXSwNxK4ob-G0saW3noP6-hT9AWv44BPIk0OS94oOVknDVgpeyLPAfqsaP9jQeME2AYO8ABv75A.webp British driver Andy Green goes for a new unofficial world diesel powered land speed record. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0v3y5bfr/a81d7c6289e415643278d6691db9c717.webp British driver Andy Green gets strapped into his seat before setting a new world diesel powered land speed record on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2006 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:30:23.456+04:00 The only man to break the sound barrier on land has done it again, this time with JCB World, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-airport-entertains-children-with-summer-activities-1.500638443 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ob07k4u2/Shj-airport-summer.jpg Sharjah Airport's summer programme forms part of its efforts to enhance the passenger experience. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:25:24.188+04:00 Sharjah Airport entertains children with summer activities UAE, Summer https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-warns-against-fake-mobile-phone-instalment-ads-on-social-media-1.500638408 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ti48njfq/solcial-media Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:23:27.958+04:00 UAE warns against fake mobile phone instalment ads on social media Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-becomes-first-billionaire-footballer-1.500299278 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-09/i4r6id0q/newsml_afp_com_20250909T200749Z_doc_73xt9an.jpeg Portugal's forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring a penalty goal 1-2 during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers Europe zone group F football against Hungaryon September 9, 2025 in Budapest, Hungary. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T13:12:26.841+04:00 When Cristiano Ronaldo became the first billionaire footballer Football https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/c1p3sa4-space42-leonardo-drs-sign-mou-advance-national-1.500638376 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/1835if8i/vnz0687p1ka0yh2po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:58:42.740+04:00 Space42, Leonardo DRS sign MoU to advance national security mission systems Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indigo-kolkata-chennai-flight-lands-safely-after-engine-issue-triggers-full-emergency-1.500638403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-11/hjsk4rf1/202512113604399.jpg Chaos continues at Chennai airport due to IndiGo disruptions Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:52:14.075+04:00 IndiGo Kolkata-Chennai flight lands safely after engine issue triggers full emergency Aviation, India https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/etihad-rail-abu-dhabi-fujairah-train-emirati-menu-1.500638392 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/nomy7vo1/Chef-Maitha-3.png The Comfort and Premium class on Etihad Rail offerings include breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and a dedicated children’s menu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fok476rt/Chef_Maitha_4.png Capital Catering’s Award-winning Chef Maitha Warshaw creates a distinctive culinary experience for Etihad Rail passengers https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ecgmzoo5/Chef_Maitha_2.png Signature dishes, locally inspired chocolates and Arabic coffee introduce passengers to the warmth of Emirati hospitality Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:51:43.561+04:00 From Machboos to Ghaf juice: Etihad Rail introduces Emirati-inspired culinary experience on Abu Dhabi–Fujairah route Transport, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/iran-knew-trump-s-hotel-floor-during-july-nato-summit-in-turkey-as-missile-threat-emerged-1.500638396 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/mqcofwza/preview.jpg Surrounded by security, President Donald Trump switches planes at US Air Force Base, RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk Eastern England, on his way back to Washington from the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:51:34.727+04:00 Iran knew Trump’s hotel floor during July Nato summit in Turkey as missile threat emerged Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sheikh-hamdan-bin-mohammed-uaes-youth-are-the-nations-future-makers-1.500638374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/d36ncp0y/Sheikh-Hamdan.avif Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:48:40.390+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed: UAE's youth are the nation’s future-makers Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-v-reveals-hearing-problem-as-jungkook-faces-stress-fracture-risk-it-hurt-so-much-i-want-to-get-better-1.500638383 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/owyga4gj/takeook.avif BTS' V and Jungkook Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:43:42.268+04:00 BTS’ V reveals hearing problem as Jungkook faces stress fracture risk: ‘It hurt so much, I want to get better’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/georginas-bridal-look-milky-nails-yellow-gold-bands-and-a-guest-list-of-five-children-1.500638373 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mrwnvq63/_Cristiano_Ronaldo_and_Georgina_Rodriguez__185ca472107_original_ratio.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez married on Tuesday in a private civil ceremony in Cascais https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/d29frbuu/202608123900536.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo gets married to lady love, Georgina Rodriguez in ‘intimate’ wedding Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:38:15.519+04:00 Georgina's bridal look: milky nails, yellow gold bands and a guest list of five children Entertainment, Fashion, Fashion, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/cristiano-ronaldo-and-georginas-prenup-85900-monthly-payment-madrid-mansion-what-we-know-so-far-1.500638306 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/gcnkl2eo/newsml_afp_com_20260811T214240Z_doc_c4fa7g4.jpeg Cristiano Ronaldo with his Georgina Rodriguez. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:30:00.000+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina’s prenup: £85,900 monthly payment, Madrid mansion — what we know so far Entertainment, Sport, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-police-nab-lorry-driver-who-hid-number-plate-with-mud-to-evade-traffic-cameras-1.500638294 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qsye2bhr/gulfnews2026-01-05oxvg7ysjSharjah-Police-new-patrols.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:28:48.457+04:00 Sharjah Police nab lorry driver who hid number plate with mud to evade traffic cameras UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-office-star-lucy-davis-reveals-incurable-breast-cancer-in-emotional-post-dont-ignore-anything-1.500638360 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/frwrp3ju/TELEMMGLPICT00049804145217864712858140transNvBQzQNjv4BqDZKjs5kUnqbnxQwO2HZn3JNEeiTwwa9lJD5u6kZi7k.jpeg.webp The Office star Lucy Davis has revealed she has incurable stage 4 breast cancer that has spread to her spine, hip and ribs. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/p5g7v64l/TCDOFFIEC015-1.jpg.webp Davis played Dawn, the receptionist at Wernham Hogg, across the two series of The Office that ran from 2001 to 2003 and became one of the most influential British comedies ever made. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:22:54.069+04:00 The Office star Lucy Davis reveals incurable breast cancer in emotional post: 'Don't ignore anything' Entertainment, HollyWood, TV, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/sea-of-trash-in-manila-before-and-after-cleanup-1.500638344 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ckk1xtx0/MMDA.jpeg The accumulation of sea of trash restricted water flow and contributed to flooding in surrounding areas. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon inspected the site Tuesday and described the situation as a “garbage crisis,” noting the problem has persisted for decades. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/prv4qd94/Screenshot-2026-08-12-at-4.18.02-PM.png A "sea of garbage" emerged in a waterway (Redemptorist water channel) in Manila, densely packed with plastic bottles, styrofoam, wood, tires and other debris on Tuesday (Aug. 11), which has been largely clear of surface trash by Wednesday. The incident has intensified long-standing concerns over solid waste in Metro Manila, where improper disposal routinely exacerbates flooding during the rainy season.  https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0z6mnwg2/Cleanup-manila-river.jpeg President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the deployment of equipment and personnel, including backhoes, dump trucks, a skimmer and about 50 workers, to aid the cleanup. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/kpe09cd2/Manila-river-dumping-group.jpeg President Marcos Jr inspected the site Wednesday and acknowledged a waste crisis, particularly in Metro Manila. He blamed the massive accumulation of garbage, damaged "trash traps" and nearly a month’s worth of heavy rainfall for the garbage heap floating the river that empties into the Manila Bay. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/t9s22jdo/dumping-river.jpeg The government has also resumed dredging of waterways after a 12-year gap, which had left rivers and spillways shallower and more prone to clogging. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-10/v8pogv54/newsml_afp_com_20251110T024938Z_doc_83jx6tb.jpeg People collect recyclable materials from trash swept ashore along Manila Bay on November 10, 2025, after Super Typhoon Fung-wong breezed through the capital overnight. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:21:49.848+04:00 'Truly shocking sea of trash' in Manila: Before-and-after cleanup Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-pushes-for-stronger-brics-financial-cooperation-at-india-meeting-1.500638334 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/07/06/Stock---BRICS_18929ee8815_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:21:25.001+04:00 UAE pushes for stronger BRICS financial cooperation at India meeting economy https://gulfnews.com/uae/cbuae-issues-commemorative-coins-on-international-youth-day-1.500638338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/a1eqkirv/lqh0685h1ka0x0wpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:17:43.586+04:00 CBUAE issues commemorative coins on International Youth Day UAE, Business https://gulfnews.com/uae/back-to-school-deals-in-the-uae-where-to-shop-for-school-essentials-1.500637401 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-05/kw4mmsog/Back-to-school If your child likes colourful designs and character-themed school supplies, R&B has a wide selection of back-to-school essentials. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:16:14.705+04:00 Back-to-school deals in the UAE: Where to shop for school essentials UAE, Lifestyle, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mirzapur-movie-trailer-brings-back-munna-bhaiya-and-bablu-release-date-and-cast-1.500638326 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/vmxuyh0u/Screenshot-2026-08-12-at-12.05.29-PM.png Eight years after it arrived on Prime Video, Mirzapur is going to the cinema. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/u8qzi6jg/Mirzapur-Season-3-Pankaj-Tripathi.jpg.webp Pankaj Tripathi, whose Kaleen Bhaiya is the defining performance of the franchise, explained his approach in a way that sounded almost like a rebuke to the genre. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/5locbfem/ANI_20260811140309.jpg Farhan Akhtar at Mirzapur: The Movie trailer launch Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:12:47.260+04:00 Mirzapur movie trailer brings back Munna Bhaiya and Bablu: release date and cast Entertainment, BollyWood, TV, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/urmila-matondkars-love-and-loyalty-post-sparks-curiosity-after-ex-husband-mohsin-akhtars-second-wedding-1.500638341 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/u4b0yqnv/tab_Stars_at_Baba_Siddiqui_iftar_1559552463714_16b1c921363_large.jpg Urmila and Mohsin were married on February 4, 2016, in an intimate ceremony that drew considerable attention Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:11:04.113+04:00 Urmila Matondkar’s ‘love and loyalty’ post sparks curiosity after ex-husband Mohsin Akhtar’s second wedding Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/desert-vipers-starting-to-dream-of-retaining-dp-world-ilt20-title-1.500638324 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/k3o92n50/DESERT-VIPERS-1.jpg Desert Vipers players celebrates with the trophy after winning the final of the DP World International League T20 early this year https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f2bvw1zv/TOM_jpg.jpeg Tom Moody recently spoke on the Vipers Voices podcast https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/clh77k86/newsml_afp_com_20260210T155212Z_doc_96vt66m.jpeg Andries Gous' retention is a big boost for the Vipers https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/37mcmdko/newsml_afp_com_20260208T075605Z_doc_96k96hg.jpeg Afghanistan's Mujeeb Ur Rahman adds strength to the franchise https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/5m1dorae/Sam_Curran_of_Desert_Vipers_1739002642426.jpg England international Sam Curran will be a big miss for the Vipers in Season 5 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:10:27.716+04:00 Desert Vipers ‘starting to dream’ of retaining DP World ILT20 title Sport, Cricket, UAE-Sport, UAE, cricket, Dubai, ILT20 https://gulfnews.com/world/worlds-happiest-countries-3-surveys-3-ways-of-measuring-happiness-finland-tops-life-satisfaction-rival-survey-crowns-indonesia-others-1.500638065 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/opt6fkvp/Vitaly-Gariev-happy-people.jpg Happy diverse friends taking a selfie on a rooftop in the daytime. Finland has been named the world’s happiest country for the 9th year running in an annual UN-sponsored index. For illustrative purposes only. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/w7hlk6q0/Vitaly-Gariev-happy-people.jpg Happy diverse friends taking a selfie on a rooftop in the daytime. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/l3q68n44/pexels-mingyang-liu-301813241-36998341.jpg People enjoy the cityscape on a bright day at the Helsinki Cathedral. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/01/27/A-view-of-Reykjavik--the-capital-city-of-Iceland.-_177423f62f2_large.jpg A view of Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland. The country ranked 2nd in the World Happiness Report 2026, after Finland. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/5di0rezw/pexels-ngrhmei-6729633.jpg A bustling street in Jakarta, Indonesia. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:01:09.838+04:00 World's happiest countries: 3 surveys, 3 ways of measuring 'happiness' — Finland tops life satisfaction, rival survey crowns Indonesia, others World https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwaiti-student-sues-education-ministry-wins-case-overturning-failed-school-year-1.500638259 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/gnjjf3bk/Kuwait.webp The dispute began during the second semester when Kuwait’s Education Ministry was operating a remote-learning system through Microsoft Teams under exceptional circumstances. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:01:08.844+04:00 Kuwaiti student sues Education Ministry, wins case overturning failed school year Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sheikh-mohammed-bin-rashid-youth-are-our-greatest-wealth-and-hope-1.500638315 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/gj7dayec/Sheikh-Mohammed-bin-Rashid.jpg His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai Gulf News en 2026-08-12T12:00:59.091+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid: Youth are our greatest wealth and hope Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-why-is-an-ai-gym-booking-agent-sparking-chaos-in-australia-1.500638321 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/at319nkr/Agentic-AI Agentic AI Gulf News en 2026-08-12T11:56:11.442+04:00 Techie Tonic: Why is an AI Gym Booking Agent sparking chaos in Australia? Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/turkey-revokes-citizenship-of-over-6000-people-in-major-citizenship-by-investment-fraud-crackdown-1.500638278 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/2tc85ey9/Istanbul_17aa8da3778_original_ratio.jpg The action affected investors as well as family members who had acquired citizenship through their applications. Reports said 5,391 people linked to 1,150 investors lost their citizenship after authorities identified irregularities or fraudulent documents in their applications. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T11:44:29.505+04:00 Turkey revokes citizenship of over 6,000 people in major citizenship-by-investment fraud crackdown Mena, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ronaldos-kerala-style-ai-wedding-goes-viral-as-star-marries-georgina-1.500638291 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/2ak2fx2h/imaaaa.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/b2om03a4/Screenshot-2026-08-12-at-10.38.23-AM.png Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez married on Tuesday, exactly a year after she announced their engagement. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T11:36:46.809+04:00 Ronaldo’s Kerala-style AI wedding goes viral as star marries Georgina Entertainment, Sport, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/three-everyday-mistakes-that-can-make-you-an-easy-target-for-cyberattacks-1.500638228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ahy5vsf3/computer-gazing Don't opening sensitive files in public places Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:47:14.466+04:00 Three everyday mistakes that can make you an easy target for cyberattacks Crime https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/death-toll-from-colombia-earthquake-rises-to-169-mayors-association-1.500637464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0wumelsj/newsml_afp_com_20260812T040133Z_doc_c4fg8kh.jpeg Aerial view shows a destroyed house after an earthquake in El Cairo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jd4b4an2/newsml_afp_com_20260812T040134Z_doc_c4fh9t3.jpeg Aerial view shows debris on the streets after an earthquake in El Cairo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/oju021m2/newsml_afp_com_20260812T040344Z_doc_c4fj29e.jpeg Aerial view shows a man working on a destroyed house after an earthquake in Zarzal, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/aaao2pff/newsml_afp_com_20260812T040134Z_doc_c4fg8kf.jpeg Aerial view shows destroyed houses after an earthquake in El Cairo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/l8hhii6u/newsml_afp_com_20260812T040343Z_doc_c4fj2nq.jpeg Aerial view shows a destroyed house after an earthquake in Zarzal, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ufe6hmkf/newsml_afp_com_20260812T035723Z_doc_c4fg8kj.jpeg Aerial view show a destroyed house after an earthquake in Roldanillo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/rolyrsh8/newsml_afp_com_20260812T035304Z_doc_c4fh9zq.jpeg A destroyed house is pictured after an earthquake in Roldanillo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/iy4coc4f/newsml_afp_com_20260812T025043Z_doc_c4fe8v7.jpeg Survivors gather on a street during a blackout after an earthquake in El Cairo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/e3eltiqh/newsml_afp_com_20260812T023107Z_doc_c4ff636.jpeg A woman walks past a destroyed house after an earthquake in El Cairo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/i5rwakmt/newsml_afp_com_20260812T025118Z_doc_c4fe8vd.jpeg A destroyed house is pictured after an earthquake in Roldanillo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/6iak926s/newsml_afp_com_20260812T022656Z_doc_c4ff4zz.jpeg People gather in front of a destroyed house after an earthquake in El Cairo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/yrfg09vd/newsml_afp_com_20260812T022553Z_doc_c4ff4zr.jpeg Destroyed houses are pictured after an earthquake in El Cairo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/3x0gn2f6/newsml_afp_com_20260812T021644Z_doc_c4fe8v4.jpeg A woman stands next to the rubble of collapsed houses after an earthquake in Roldanillo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/m4img8pw/newsml_afp_com_20260812T021401Z_doc_c4fe8uj.jpeg Men work on a heavily damaged house after an earthquake in Zarzal, Valle del Cauca, Colombia on August 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/czarsmlv/newsml_afp_com_20260812T015923Z_doc_c4ff7t3.jpeg Firefighters and rescue teams carry survivor Daniela Andrea Largo Sanchez out of the rubble of a collapsed building after an earthquake in Cali, Colombia on August 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:47:01.384+04:00 Photos: Death toll from Colombia earthquake rises to 169: mayors' association Americas https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/did-cristiano-ronaldo-and-georgina-plan-a-decoy-wedding-before-cascais-why-2000-fans-went-to-madeira-1.500638221 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/zvjpeq0p/newsml_afp_com_20260811T214159Z_doc_c4fa3t8.jpeg Juventus' forward and former Real Madrid player Cristiano Ronaldo leaves with his Spanish partner Georgina Rodriguez after attending a court hearing for tax evasion in Madrid on January 22, 2019. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:42:36.567+04:00 Did Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina plan a ‘decoy wedding’ before Cascais? Why 2,000 fans went to Madeira Lifestyle, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-and-georginas-wedding-why-everyone-got-the-venue-and-10m-budget-wrong-1.500638222 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/b2om03a4/Screenshot-2026-08-12-at-10.38.23-AM.png Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez married on Tuesday, exactly a year after she announced their engagement. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/hn8t44ns/Cristiano-Ronaldo-and-Georgina-Rodriguez21-081125-e72a04b057d942b7bf0be5e86362ca9c.jpg Georgina Rodríguez shares a photo of her engagement ring. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:42:14.534+04:00 Ronaldo and Georgina's wedding: Why everyone got the venue and £10m budget wrong Sport, Entertainment, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/tata-sons-chairman-n-chandrasekaran-to-step-down-in-2027-after-reappointment-deadlock-1.500638218 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-18/axq3fdo0/newsml_afp_com_20260218T043029Z_doc_97xz8f6.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:30:23.192+04:00 Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran to step down in 2027 after reappointment deadlock Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-etihad-rank-among-middle-easts-top-3-airlines-in-2026-flyers-choice-awards-1.500638210 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ma6akfm5/ETIHAD_AND_EMIRATES_COMBO_187e62016df_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:26:23.221+04:00 Emirates, Etihad rank among Middle East’s top 3 airlines in 2026 Flyers’ Choice Awards Aviation, Etihad Airways, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/who-is-georgina-rodriguez-cristiano-ronaldos-longtime-love-and-now-wife-1.500638207 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/gcnkl2eo/newsml_afp_com_20260811T214240Z_doc_c4fa7g4.jpeg Cristiano Ronaldo with his Georgina Rodriguez. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:23:57.892+04:00 Who is Georgina Rodriguez, Cristiano Ronaldo’s longtime love and now wife? Football, Lifestyle, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/power-slap-returns-to-abu-dhabi-when-where-and-how-to-get-tickets-1.500638171 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/k9u7p9du/5931de51-97ce-4530-ab13-131fed7d3eba.jpg The event will see competitors go head-to-head in Power Slap’s distinctive format, where athletes compete in one-on-one slap-fighting matches. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/dbez9e5s/30caa85a-fde7-44f0-9838-e0116a15e6c8.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:20:00.000+04:00 Power Slap returns to Abu Dhabi: When, where and how to get tickets Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/ora-land-launches-blubay-in-karjat-reinforcing-mumbai-30-as-a-high-growth-nri-investment-1.500638188 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4k7bmk3w/ORA-Land.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:17:58.823+04:00 ORA Land launches BluBay in Karjat, reinforcing Mumbai 3.0 as a high-growth NRI investment Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/indian-expat-in-dubai-creates-coffee-bean-art-installation-for-juventus-1.500637536 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/wio4g7zx/IMG6017.jpg.jpeg The artists' work received over 30,000 likes on Instagram https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/4sgihhau/Kareemgraphy_prof_copy_jpg.jpeg The 47-year-old has honed his skills over years of work https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/nhpk8p3l/IMG0137_jpg.jpeg Kerim Alajbegović plays as a winger for Serie A club Juventus https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/8seboicn/AC_Milan_Horse_instalation_kareemgraphy_JPG__1_.jpeg The Indian artist also created artwork for AC Milan and Emirates which was presented at the 2024 Dubai World Cup Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:11:49.976+04:00 Indian expat in Dubai creates coffee bean art installation for Juventus Sport, Football, UAE, UAE-Sport, India, Arts Culture, UAE, football, india, Dubai, art https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/7-things-to-do-midweek-in-the-uae-dining-deals-staycations-and-lucky-ali-concert-tickets-1.500638127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/c0cqf0pf/Eid_meal_17236eca430_original_ratio.jpg So, if you're after a staycation, a roast worth planning your Sunday around, or tickets to see Lucky Ali live, here are seven things worth adding to your calendar this week. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/8r1z8ywt/1_16a0823c456_1874805_2957251606_16a0823c456_original_ratio.jpg Lucki Ali will perform in August, this year, in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-06/l63m2qil/Stock-HyperSpace.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:01:44.442+04:00 7 things to do midweek in the UAE: Dining deals, staycations and Lucky Ali concert tickets Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-your-perfume-changes-after-you-wear-it-1.500631129 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/f7mjtbfr/perfumescent-1.png Perfume evolving from fresh top notes to a warm, lasting scent. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T10:00:00.000+04:00 Why your perfume changes after you wear it Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/asus-highlights-amd-ryzen-ai-max-devices-built-for-gaming-creation-productivity-and-ai-1.500638167 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/01sjfdv4/ASUS-x-GoProProduct.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T09:54:32.073+04:00 ASUS highlights AMD Ryzen AI Max+ devices built for gaming, creation, productivity and AI Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/afghanistan-to-play-india-in-3-t20s-in-september-1.500638173 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/c6wqn2xs/Afghan.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T09:47:42.608+04:00 Afghanistan to play India in 3 T20s in September Cricket, cricket, Afghanistan https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/adnic-h1-profit-falls-14-after-geopolitical-risks-and-flood-claims-weigh-1.500638162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/23/STOCK-ADNIC----Abu-Dhabi-National-Insurance-Co_18f0a038e18_large.JPG Afra Al Nofeli / Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-08-12T09:41:11.201+04:00 ADNIC H1 profit falls 14% after geopolitical risks and flood claims weigh Markets https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-is-finally-married-to-georgina-rodríguez-1.500637922 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-12/ysrlffd7/preview.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez Gulf News en 2026-08-12T09:39:32.651+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo marries Georgina Rodríguez after 10 years together Football, Lifestyle, Entertainment, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/talabat-lifts-2026-outlook-after-orders-grow-but-q2-profit-falls-18-1.500638132 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-28/ekp6m772/_1x_1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T09:24:58.339+04:00 talabat lifts 2026 outlook after orders grow, but Q2 profit falls 18% Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/ega-h1-earnings-rise-11-while-al-taweelah-recovery-gathers-pace-1.500638121 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/06/24/EGA-silicon-metal-production-unit_181948a7490_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T09:01:30.740+04:00 EGA H1 earnings rise 11% while Al Taweelah recovery gathers pace Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/emirati-women-in-private-sector-715-hold-skilled-jobs-698-are-35-or-younger-1.500638108 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/w62v9uxq/IMG6422.jpeg Young Emirati women drive skilled roles and leadership in UAE private sector https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ejxpt76n/IMG6420.jpeg Young Emirati women drive skilled roles and leadership in UAE private sector https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/044nnrvp/IMG6421.jpeg Government policies, Nafis boost women’s rise in key private-sector industries Gulf News en 2026-08-12T08:58:20.923+04:00 Emirati women in private sector: 71.5% hold skilled jobs, 69.8% are 35 or younger UAE, UAE, Emiratisation https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kabhi-alvida-naa-kehna-turns-20-shah-rukh-khans-most-stinging-raw-role-after-the-smarmy-rahuls-and-rajs-1.500638091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/7b9v9u76/srk.jpg Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji in KANK Gulf News en 2026-08-12T08:57:54.016+04:00 Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna turns 20: Shah Rukh Khan’s most stinging, raw role after the smarmy Rahuls and Rajs Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/presight-q2-profit-jumps-30-to-dh1168-million-as-ai-contracts-build-1.500638101 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/17/Stock-Presight-AI_186eec52de3_large.jpg Presight AI’s majority shareholder is G42, the UAE technology conglomerate backed by Microsoft Corp. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T08:42:46.310+04:00 Presight Q2 profit jumps 30% to Dh116.8 million as AI contracts build Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-dubai-or-abu-dhabi-today-check-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flight-status-1.500638089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/02/STOCK-Zayed-International-airport---Abu-Dhabi_191131ec55b_large.jpg Passengers at Dubai International Airport as UAE airlines monitor flight operations amid continued regional disruption. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T08:32:10.445+04:00 Flying from Dubai or Abu Dhabi today? Check Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia flight status Aviation, Travel, Etihad Airways, Emirates Group, FlyDubai, Emirates airline, Dubai Airport, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/our-sticky-love-is-gangster-hometown-cha-cha-cha-fans-have-mixed-feelings-about-jung-hae-in-ha-youngs-k-drama-1.500638072 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/c7kf8n54/ourstickylove.webp Jung Hae-in and Ha Young in Our Sticky Love. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T08:30:00.000+04:00 Our Sticky Love is gangster Hometown Cha Cha Cha: Fans have mixed feelings about Jung Hae-in, Ha Young's K-Drama Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-12-2026-1.500638084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/21/Emirates_check-in_resources1_16a310732da_large.jpg Most flights in the UAE are operating, though several major international carriers have extended suspensions of services to the UAE and other destinations in the Middle East. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T08:19:48.274+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 12, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/manila-cleans-up-trash-choked-river-after-days-of-heavy-rain-1.500637713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/uvbsavxa/newsml_afp_com_20260811T042434Z_doc_c4d26nq.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T08:00:00.000+04:00 Manila cleans up trash-choked river after days of heavy rain Asia, news-video https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/julie-andrews-90-bows-out-of-princess-diaries-3-leaves-anne-hathaway-without-her-queen-wouldnt-need-granny-1.500638058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/6n1yfq58/julie-andrwws.jpg According to Andrews, the creative team had been asking her throughout the previous year whether she would consider coming back. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:54:55.062+04:00 Julie Andrews, 90, bows out of Princess Diaries 3, leaves Anne Hathaway without her queen: ‘Wouldn’t need Granny’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-hit-49c-as-humidity-fog-return-this-weekend-1.500638013 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/p2xsztb8/Hot-summer.avif Temperatures will range from 44°C to 49°C in internal areas, while coastal areas and islands will record highs of between 40°C and 46°C. Mountain temperatures will reach between 32°C and 38°C. Relative humidity could climb as high as 80% along the coast and in mountainous areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:54:52.513+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to hit 49°C as humidity, fog return this weekend Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/rybakina-ousts-osaka-to-book-toronto-semi-final-against-gauff-1.500637975 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0urrdoan/newsml_afp_com_20260811T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290099086.jpeg Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan celebrates match point against Naomi Osaka of Japan during the quarterfinals on day ten of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 11, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:48:31.490+04:00 Rybakina ousts Osaka to book Toronto semi-final against Gauff Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/heavy-morning-traffic-expected-on-key-sharjah-dubai-routes-1.500638044 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/sd40pz23/Google-Maps Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:44:27.847+04:00 Heavy morning traffic expected on key Sharjah-Dubai routes Transport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mindhunter-season-3-was-always-on-the-cards-netflix-co-ceo-ted-sarandos-offers-fresh-hope-to-fans-1.500638047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/btwsndq8/mindhunter.jpg Ted Sarandos, Netflix's co-CEO, has revealed that he personally wished David Fincher's serial-killer drama had returned for a third season Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:40:59.902+04:00 Mindhunter season 3 was always on the cards, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos offers fresh hope to fans Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-confirms-secret-plane-switch-after-nato-summit-in-turkey-amid-iran-threat-1.500638045 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/jfoqd5n3/preview.jpg As Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth watches at left, President Donald Trump gestures as he switches planes at U.S. Air Force Base, RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk Eastern England, on his way back to Washington from the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/c4p0swsu/preview.jpg Catering trucks are parked at Air Force One on the tarmac as the motorcade carrying U.S. President Donald Trump arrives on the tarmac to depart following the NATO summit at Ankara International Airport in Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/pbf4swja/preview.jpg Catering trucks are parked at Air Force One on the tarmac as the motorcade carrying US President Donald Trump arrives on the tarmac to depart following the Nato summit at Ankara International Airport in Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:27:53.692+04:00 Trump confirms secret plane 'switch' after Nato summit in Turkey amid Iran threat Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/back-to-school-in-uae-five-apps-every-university-student-should-download-1.500637427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/fsqlqm30/1_16a084c1441_2208548_1764906326_16a084c1441_original_ratio.jpg These five apps can help with everything from studying and organising your work to finding discounts and making your next presentation look better. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/zv7ibx3g/canva https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/s7klstv1/e1ee07a9-27a1-4b34-8c82-9d334bf4544b.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/rwbpbcd1/1ce9e0cb-5fa2-4d23-bb57-dd03e4652fca.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/3vy1nsj8/08eb91d7-afa9-4c1d-98c3-6d92e3e4dca4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/zn0wn1rg/ff66b411-3643-4f61-930a-246a9a06e55c.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:20:32.388+04:00 Back to school in UAE? Five apps every university student should download Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/mohanlal-vows-support-for-veteran-actor-mohan-sharma-in-old-age-home-1.500637734 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/1avltudv/DSSSS.jpg Veteran actor-producer Mohan Sharma and Malayalam superstar Mohanlal. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:15:00.000+04:00 Mohanlal vows support for veteran actor Mohan Sharma in old-age home South-Indian, viral https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/tehran-strait-of-hormuz-stays-shut-as-us-iran-diplomacy-push-continues-1.500636861 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/i61wjq62/gulfnews2026-08-09ge403fpkHormuz.avif Small boats line the shore as cargo ships and other commercial vessels appear anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, in Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/5kecorqj/HPcuLPOWUAAxR4d.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T07:05:32.284+04:00 Tehran: Strait of Hormuz stays shut as US-Iran diplomacy push continues Gulf, Mena, Americas, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/tropical-storm-hits-tokyo-area-leaving-thousands-without-power-before-moving-west-1.500637990 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/763l5us4/preview.jpg Passengers line up in front of an All Nippon Airways counter at Haneda airport in Tokyo following flight cancellations due to Tropical Storm Chan-hom Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. (Katsuya Miyagawa/Kyodo News via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-12T06:31:33.336+04:00 Tropical storm hits Tokyo area, leaving thousands without power before moving west Japan storm Chanhom landfall Tokyo https://gulfnews.com/uae/watan-se-door-watan-ki-khushbo-the-man-behind-sharjahs-pakistan-chowk-1.500637490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/lcxjogmq/Suhail-khawar.jpg Pakistani expatriate Sohail Khawar who came to the UAE in 1979, runs multiple businesses a large segment of serving the community here. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/7jv8nay0/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-09-at-6.25.58-PM.jpeg Khawar, since opening his first Sharjah shop in 2000, has built the groceries, sweet counters and restaurants that gave the area its name: Pakistan Chowk. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/czcrjulz/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-19.png Al Nawab Restaurant, Pakistan Supermarket, Al Hajaj Grocery, and Pakistan Sweets all located in one square intersection in Al Mujarrah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/vhae05ex/D9A5208.JPG Sweets counter in Pakistan Supermarket. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/vaovdcus/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-09-at-6.25.59-PM.jpeg Al Hajaj Grocery was first opened in Sharjah in 2000. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/b39rturb/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-09-at-6.25.55-PM-4.jpeg Food counter outside Pakistan Sweets, where you can order various Pakistani snacks. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/y1sol151/D9A5174.JPG Shoppers buying vegetables from Pakistan in Pakistan Supermarket. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4lriyf6b/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-09-at-6.25.57-PM-2.jpeg Mangos being sold in Al Hajaj Grocery. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/3o4qo94u/D9A5136.JPG Staff preparing customer's order of Chole in Pakistan Sweets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/la8oqzvt/D9A5189.JPG Resident looking to buy mangos in Pakistan Supermarket during mango season. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/g73p2q1t/D9A5077.JPG Decorated Dhokli for festive occasions. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T06:22:57.086+04:00 Meet the man behind Sharjah's famous and beloved Pakistan Chowk UAE, people, Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-saif-ali-khan-turns-heads-with-impressive-bowling-in-london-1.500637946 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-09/zqkrmh1l/newsml_afp_com_20251209T135041Z_doc_87ju34t.jpeg Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-12T06:07:00.000+04:00 Watch: Saif Ali Khan turns heads with impressive bowling in London Cricket, BollyWood, bollywood, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/drone-strikes-hit-libyas-key-western-oil-town-as-a-car-bomb-kills-an-officer-in-the-east-1.500637208 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/bkqs3cak/preview.jpg Monday's first drone strike ignited a massive blaze at the Zawiya refinery's gasoline-storage tank that burned through the night and into Tuesday afternoon. Drone strikes continued on Tuesday, hitting the town's power plant and oil refinery, the state-run National Oil Corporation said. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T06:04:40.546+04:00 Drone strikes hit Libya's key western oil town as a car bomb kills an officer in the east libya drone attacks oil fire militias https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/uae-school-calendar-2026-27-term-dates-and-holidays-1.500637553 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/igcy5s1s/UAEschools Picture used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T06:00:00.000+04:00 UAE school calendar 2026-27: Term dates and holidays Living-Education, Education, UAE schools, UAE school holidays https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uk-europe-uae-road-corridor-air-freight-how-spinneys-rewired-its-food-supply-network-1.500637581 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/tb626f64/1R5A2220-Enhanced-NR-2.jpg Spinneys is expanding its supply network as shipping disruptions force retailers to find alternative routes for bringing food products into the UAE. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/agjikh3s/GCSX3696.JPG “Every crisis will bring and open many doors of opportunities,” Kumar said https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/4pokspp8/Copy-of-SpinneysMeydan0113-2.jpg Spinneys is continuing its UAE and regional expansion despite higher freight costs and disruption to international shipping routes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/r2i3atxo/Copy-of-1R5A2159-Enhanced-NR.jpg The UAE grocer is expanding its manufacturing and private-label operations as it seeks greater control over its supply chain. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T06:00:00.000+04:00 UK-Europe-UAE road corridor, air freight: How Spinneys rewired its food supply network Retail, UAE Shopping Malls https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/north-korea-fires-ballistic-missile-ahead-of-us-south-korea-drills-1.500637982 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/31/A-man-watches-a-television-screen-showing-a-news-broadcast-with-file-footage-of-a-North-Korean-missile-test--at-a-railway-station-in-Seoul-on-December-31--2022-after-North-Korea-fired-three-short-range-ballistic-missiles-according-to-South-Korea-s-military._185676321e4_large.jpg South Korean military detected at around 6:00 am (2100 GMT on Tuesday) a ballistic missile launched by North Korea from the Wonsan area towards the East Sea," Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a message to reporters on Wednedsay (Aug. 12). Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:53:21.226+04:00 North Korea fires ballistic missile ahead of US-South Korea drills Asia https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/nawah-empowering-leaders-who-will-shape-abu-dhabis-future-1.500637151 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/isstlhus/OPN-ABU-DHABI-1-Read-Only.jpg Thriving cultural ecosystems are powered by human talent, individuals who bring local identity and creativity to life. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ufkwbqrr/Saood-Abdulaziz-Al-Hosani.jpeg Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:42:00.000+04:00 NAWAH: Empowering leaders who will shape Abu Dhabi’s future Op-Eds, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/its-not-going-to-be-an-easy-ride-for-alex-eala-at-the-cincinnati-open-1.500637940 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/sujldfwp/newsml_afp_com_20260807T000000Z_PH_GTY_2289548574.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates against Caty McNally of the United States during day six of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 07, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:32:00.000+04:00 It’s not going to be an easy ride for Alex Eala at the Cincinnati Open Tennis, Filipina tennis player, Philippines, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/technology/googles-gemini-ai-assistant-hits-1-billion-users-1.500637993 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/s7s78bev/newsml_afp_com_20260630T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284085450.jpeg Google Gemini, Google's family of generative artificial intelligence models and AI assistant, is advertised on Bay Wheels bikes on June 30, 2026 in San Francisco, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:15:24.346+04:00 Google's Gemini AI assistant hits 1 billion users Technology https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/why-uae-travellers-now-face-longer-wait-for-new-schengen-travel-permit-for-europe-trips-1.500637366 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/04/Stock-Schengen-Visa_18cd3a340b2_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:05:00.000+04:00 Why UAE travellers now face longer wait for new Schengen travel permit for Europe trips Tourism, Travel, Europe, UAE Travel, Schengen visa, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/how-much-sleep-do-world-leaders-really-get-1.500637486 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/k58e7557/COLLAGE-SLEEP Clockwise from top left: Margaret Thatcher, Donald Trump, Narendra Modi, Sanae Takaichi, Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron. The political fascination with leaders who sleep for only a few hours reflects a wider tendency to associate sleeping less with stamina, productivity and commitment. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/0hotsk6v/newsml_afp_com_20260727T102521Z_doc_c3a74zq.jpeg Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the Prime Minister’s Office after the 221st extraordinary session of the Diet, in Tokyo on July 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/xg4eq7bv/Donald-Trump US President Donald Trump has long described himself as a short sleeper. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/zu4wymdc/newsml_afp_com_20260720T060941Z_doc_c2lr4yk.jpeg India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the media on the first day of the monsoon session of the parliament in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/l1f6wzhb/French_President_Emmanuel_Macron_1833ab7bad4_original_ratio.jpg French President Emmanuel Macron has been reported to operate on remarkably little sleep. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/l2cco8a1/newsml_afp_com_20260618T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282241001.jpeg Former US President Barack Obama speaks during the dedication ceremony for the opening of the Barack Obama Presidential Center in John Lewis Plaza on June 18, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/alcoa7c4/newsml_afp_com_20260630T183609Z_doc_b8tw2w7.jpeg Former German chancellor Angela Merkel speaks during the presentation of the painting “Portrait of former Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel” by French-German artist Jeremie Queyras at the Bode Museum in Berlin on June 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2013/4/8/1_16a080b36f9.1168074_2034310793_16a080b36f9_large.jpg This is a 1980 file photo showing British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Thatcher earned the title ‘Iron Lady’ for her hard line against communism. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:03:00.000+04:00 How much sleep do world leaders really get? Europe, Asia, Americas, Donald Trump, Narendra Modi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/im-the-original-item-girl-usha-uthup-on-embracing-age-her-brassy-bedroom-voice-and-how-dhurandhar-gave-her-career-a-new-boost-1.500637557 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/10/17/1_16a083d7d35.2107860_318907289_16a083d7d35_large.jpg Usha Uthup in action https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/10/17/1_16a083d7d19.2107859_767992464_16a083d7d19_large.jpg Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/9eyjodx0/dhurandhar-2-advance-booking-crushes-stree-2-in-premiere-juggernaut-loading-103854393-16x90.jpg.webp Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-22/5o0rfy1e/202505223409894.jpeg Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/x3nrl8vi/ANI_20260424154612.jpg Singer Usha Uthup (Photo/Instagram@singerushauthup) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-25/zv05wrc2/202607253877507.jpg Usha Uthup says the ‘song is always bigger than the singer Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:01:00.000+04:00 ‘I’m the original item girl’: Usha Uthup on embracing age, her brassy 'bedroom voice' and how Dhurandhar gave her career a new boost Entertainment, BollyWood, India, Music, Pakistan, bollywood, Pakistan, india, Music https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-net-zero-push-could-create-200000-jobs-taqa-targets-young-emiratis-1.500637528 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/cowdj942/IMG6406.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/uig2rdkg/PHOTO_2026_08_11_14_05_50.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE Net Zero push could create 200,000 jobs, TAQA Transmission targets young Emiratis Energy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/drew-barrymore-divorce-took-me-years-to-get-over-1.500637029 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/h8srhftw/202608113899439.jpeg Drew Barrymore: Divorce took me years to get over Gulf News en 2026-08-12T04:35:03.148+04:00 Drew Barrymore: Divorce took me years to get over Drew Barrymore https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/russia-frees-former-us-marine-amid-health-fears-1.500637720 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/s056goai/ANI_20260811202610.jpg Former US Marine Robert Gilman (Blue Cap) is set to land at Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, DC (Photo/@SecRubio X) Gulf News en 2026-08-12T04:31:32.980+04:00 Russia frees former US Marine amid health fears Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-in-dubai-dies-at-hyderabad-airport-on-the-way-home-to-kerala-for-onam-1.500637887 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/twp2bhp2/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-11-at-10.53.28-PM.jpeg Saneesh Babu Gulf News en 2026-08-12T04:30:00.000+04:00 Indian expat in Dubai dies at Hyderabad airport on the way home to Kerala for Onam UAE, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/total-solar-eclipse-where-it-will-be-visible-and-how-long-it-lasts-1.500637973 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-28/5g6w5w05/download.webp Eclipses happen when the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth, casting a narrow band of shadow across our planet. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T04:24:30.537+04:00 Total solar eclipse: Where it will be visible and how long it lasts World https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/car-bomb-kills-haftar-intel-chief-in-eastern-libya-2-1.500637944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-17/nli6ukti/newsml_afp_com_20260517T072820Z_doc_b3377gb.jpeg A billboard showing an image of Libyan leader Khalifa Haftar erected on top of a military building close to the "Dara’ al-Karama 2". Military exercises were held in the Ras al-Alba region in southeastern Libya. File photo taken on May 16. 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T04:17:20.944+04:00 Car bomb kills Haftar intel chief in eastern Libya Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/us-allies-warn-unannounced-missile-launches-raise-danger-of-deadly-miscalculation-1.500637953 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/z3wglzfk/preview.jpg Vanuatu, one of China's closest partners in the Pacific Islands, joined condemnation of Beijing's test of a long-range missile that landed in the Pacific Ocean. In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a long-range ballistic missile bursts out of the sea during a test launched from a Chinese nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific on Monday, July 6, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T04:08:13.739+04:00 US, allies warn unannounced missile launches raise danger of deadly 'miscalculation' World https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/entrepreneurial-thinking-is-becoming-every-young-persons-greatest-competitive-advantage-1.500637640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-29/f104sjlp/OPN-EMIRATI-YOUTH-1-Read-Only.jpg Entrepreneurship teaches young people to take initiative. It teaches them that when they encounter a problem, they can investigate it; when they see an unmet need, they can respond to it; and when circumstances change, they can find another way forward. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ohf71lag/Sara_Al_Nuaimi.JPG Sara Abdelaziz Al Nuaimi Gulf News en 2026-08-12T03:56:00.000+04:00 Entrepreneurial thinking is becoming every young person’s greatest competitive advantage Op-Eds, Entrepreneurship https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irans-rezaei-sets-sweeping-conditions-for-hormuz-reopening-as-us-talks-hit-new-impasse-1.500637980 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ozlu6c4d/rezaee.jpeg Iranian Major Gen. Mohsen Rezaei, newly-appointed secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T03:55:00.260+04:00 Iran's Rezaei sets sweeping conditions for Hormuz reopening as US talks hit new impasse Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-nears-90-as-hormuz-hopes-fade-why-the-shock-may-last-months-1.500637966 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/fsx64h2s/Hormuz.jpg A man sits on a surfboard as a container ship and other commercial vessels appear anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, in Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T03:20:23.803+04:00 Oil nears $90 as Hormuz hopes fade: Why the shock may last months Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/uae-issues-173-extradition-decisions-in-money-laundering-and-terrorism-cases-1.500637848 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ti70rqcx/Mofa Among the cases were the 2026 extradition of three wanted individuals to Belgium on allegations of money laundering, drug trafficking. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T22:39:10.557+04:00 UAE issues 173 extradition decisions in money laundering and terrorism cases Crime, crime https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/yemen/yemen-coastguard-says-six-killed-in-houthi-strike-on-ship-in-red-sea-1.500637371 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/kz523nw4/gulfnews2025-07-08nnd66ul91x1.avif The breakdown of the UN-backed 2022 accord came as the Houthis announced a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T22:34:15.657+04:00 Yemen coastguard says six killed in Houthi strike on ship in Red Sea Yemen, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/imagine-doing-your-shopping-then-meeting-the-uae-president-1.500637837 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/yzaji783/HPdrBR-bIAAfBES.jpg During the visit, the President was seen greeting shoppers, warmly shaking hands with employees and interacting with people inside the store. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T22:12:26.932+04:00 Imagine doing your shopping... then meeting the UAE President UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/14-filipino-seafarers-repatriated-after-mt-acheloos-attack-in-oman-1.500637860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/bnw3o6dm/76905219915218126592156406422000541456061905n.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-11T22:07:09.691+04:00 14 Filipino seafarers repatriated after MT Acheloos attack in Oman Philippines, Oman https://gulfnews.com/technology/uae-thwarts-416-cyberattacks-every-second-with-advanced-cyber-defences-1.500637752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/gxg8ks3k/UAE The UAE's advanced cybersecurity infrastructure enables authorities to intercept the attacks without disrupting services or affecting residents and businesses. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T21:23:38.908+04:00 UAE thwarts 416 cyberattacks every second with advanced cyber defences Technology, Crime, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-detects-27-individuals-who-submitted-false-certificates-for-healthcare-licences-1.500637814 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/1umtu5cl/images.jpg Preliminary screening is designed to identify false credentials early. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T21:17:00.066+04:00 Qatar detects 27 individuals who submitted false certificates for healthcare licences Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-pilot-smoked-marijuana-failed-2-drug-tests-after-300ft-plunge-report-1.500637796 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6kbvb44i/pilot.avif At least 20 passengers and four crew members were injured, including two crew members who suffered spinal injuries around the neck and tailbone, according to Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T20:54:34.508+04:00 Air India pilot smoked marijuana, failed 2 drug tests after 300ft plunge: Report India, Aviation, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/hanover-airport-disrupted-by-drone-week-after-leipzig-explosives-find-1.500637767 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/hoigmhz4/1500x500.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-11T20:24:34.254+04:00 Hanover Airport disrupted by drone week after Leipzig explosives find Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-jails-two-men-for-life-over-spying-for-irans-revolutionary-guard-1.500637745 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/n7y7ht3f/Bahrain Investigation began after Cyber Crime Directorate identified a social media account that allegedly expressed support forIranian terrorist attacks targeting Bahrain. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T20:03:17.288+04:00 Bahrain jails two men for life over spying for Iran's Revolutionary Guard Bahrain, Bahrain, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/60-of-manufacturers-target-full-digitalisation-as-cyber-risks-grow-1.500637750 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/x5jzwd8u/IMG6746.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-11T20:02:10.484+04:00 60% of manufacturers target full digitalisation as cyber risks grow Technology https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-ionic-hair-tools-tame-frizz-the-static-science-1.500629964 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/mzjzfpem/haircaretools-1.jpg A comparison of frizzy and smooth hair using ionic technology Gulf News en 2026-08-11T20:00:00.000+04:00 Why ionic hair tools tame frizz: The static science Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-airports-handle-more-than-113-billion-passengers-in-ten-years-1.500637684 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/2tbhzzfn/Dubai-Airports The data showed passenger traffic climbed 26.1 per cent over the decade to 156.87 million travellers in 2025, while aircraft movements rose 21% to 828,570 take-offs and landings. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T19:44:01.764+04:00 UAE airports handle more than 1.13 billion passengers in ten years Aviation, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-arrests-two-minors-over-alleged-isis-plot-targeting-place-of-worship-1.500637679 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/nm1uzj04/Kuwait The two suspects have been referred to the competent judicial authorities to complete legal proceedings in accordance with Kuwaiti law. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T19:42:32.299+04:00 Kuwait arrests two minors over alleged ISIS plot targeting place of worship Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/technology/youtube-raises-monetisation-requirements-for-new-creators-from-2027-1.500637658 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/dawi3kdf/Youtube The new thresholds will apply only to creators joining the programme after the changes come into force and will not affect those already enrolled. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T19:41:13.657+04:00 YouTube raises monetisation requirements for new creators from 2027 Technology, technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-becomes-first-middle-east-country-to-formally-abolish-death-penalty-1.500637650 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/s91x79lx/Leb Lawmakers approved the bill during a two-day legislative session that also included debate on a long-disputed general amnesty law. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T19:38:54.145+04:00 Lebanon becomes first Middle East country to formally abolish death penalty Mena, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-police-urge-truck-drivers-to-follow-safety-rules-1.500637639 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/mcb0ecxx/Abu-Dhabi-Police The Traffic and Patrols Directorate called on drivers to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy by carrying out routine inspections and maintenance. Gulf News en 2026-08-11T19:37:26.129+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police urge truck drivers to follow safety rules Transport, UAE, Abu Dhabi