https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-hormuz-oil-flows-rebound-to-two-thirds-as-trump-warns-of-more-strikes-on-tehran-us-army-secretary-driscoll-resigns-1.500658835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/pyz9wcjq/260302-N-D0477-1413.avif Gulf News en 2026-09-01T23:03:27.722+04:00 US-Iran war: Hormuz oil flows rebound to two-thirds as Trump warns of more strikes on Tehran Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/business/nestle-sells-supplements-business-for-1-billion-1.500659889 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/cycvxffa/newsml_afp_com_20260501T130321Z_doc_a9kc9we.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T22:24:52.387+04:00 Nestle sells supplements business for $1 billion Business https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/need-a-poster-googles-new-ai-tool-wants-you-to-describe-it-instead-of-designing-it-1.500659935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/s75qoxlz/Google-Pics The new Workspace tool uses Google's Nano Banana AI to generate and edit graphics. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T22:24:00.818+04:00 Need a poster? Google's new AI tool wants you to describe it instead of designing it Media https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/lionel-richie-admitted-to-icu-after-concert-1.500659915 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/7xj1037r/Lionel_Richie_1578115998276_16f6f0b2244_original_ratio.jpg Lionel Richie Gulf News en 2026-09-01T21:52:12.833+04:00 Lionel Richie admitted to ICU after concert Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/transfer-deadline-day-2026-live-enzos-big-money-move-to-city-is-progressing-1.500659720 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/v555ir9v/Transfer-Deadline-Day-Live Transfer Deadline Day Live https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/zrf8wcma/Transfer-Deadline-Day-Live Transfer Deadline Day Live https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/41joezmu/newsml_afp_com_20260815T123009Z_doc_c4qk3xc.jpeg Chelsea's Argentinian midfielder #08 Enzo Fernandez warms up ahead of the pre-season friendly football match between Chelsea and Real Sociedad at Stamford Bridge in London on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/kh7whc0t/newsml_afp_com_20260826T202252Z_doc_c6ku8x9.jpeg Lyon's Belgian forward #11 Malick Fofana celebrates after scoring Lyon's first goal during the UEFA Champions League qualifying playoff - second leg football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and Fenerbahce SK and at the Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France, on August 26, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/d8h3dsy6/newsml_afp_com_20260703T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284555054.jpeg Richard Rios #6 of Colombia arrives before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Colombia and Ghana at Kansas City Stadium on July 03, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/j83wjnyl/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286675838.jpeg Djed Spence #25 of England competes for the ball against Malo Gusto #2 of France during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Final between France and England at Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T21:50:33.424+04:00 Transfer Deadline Day 2026: Enzo's record £125m move to City finalised Football, football, Football transfers https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/man-city-spend-staggering-378m-on-three-midfielders-in-one-window-1.500659892 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ycadwv0q/Manchester-City-midfield Man City spend staggering €378m on three midfielders in one window https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/f1fi5cfk/Man-City-spend-staggering-€378m-on-three-midfielders Man City spend staggering €378m on three midfielders Gulf News en 2026-09-01T21:32:59.129+04:00 Man City spend staggering €378m on three midfielders in one window Football, football https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/thailand-to-halve-visa-free-stays-for-these-60-countries-from-september-15-1.500659834 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-22/045wvyg3/HIsRmKbAAABQiR-1.jpg 60-day visa-free stays will be scrapped as Bangkok moves to stricter, shorter entries Gulf News en 2026-09-01T20:50:01.160+04:00 Thailand visa-free stay cut: Start date revealed; UAE, India among 60 countries affected Asia, Business, Tourism, Asia https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/will-alex-eala-become-worlds-second-highest-paid-female-athlete-by-2027-1.500659852 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/31ubqa6h/newsml_afp_com_20260803T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288300598.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines holds the Championship Trophy after winning the women's singles championship match against Jessica Pegula of the United States on the final day of the Mubadala DC Open 2026 at William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center on August 3, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T20:49:55.302+04:00 Will Alex Eala become world’s second-highest-paid female athlete by 2027? Tennis, Philippines, Filipina tennis player, Philippines, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-and-ruler-of-ras-al-khaimah-offer-condolences-on-passing-of-mohammed-bin-butti-al-hameds-wife-1.500659807 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/apiguqct/UAE-President-His-Highness-Sheikh-Mohamed-bin-Zayed-Al-Nahyan.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T20:10:06.381+04:00 UAE President and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah offer condolences on passing of Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed’s wife UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-quartz-watches-keep-such-good-time-1.500657959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/acrcch5d/quartzwatch.png Quartz technology delivers remarkably accurate timekeeping with minimal maintenance. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T20:00:00.000+04:00 Why quartz watches keep such good time Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/instagram-cracks-down-on-ai-influencers-pretending-to-be-real-people-1.500659801 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/1cf44i5s/Untitled-5.jpg Accounts featuring artificial people risk losing reach if they don't disclose their AI identity. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T19:57:29.135+04:00 Instagram cracks down on AI influencers pretending to be real people Media https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-schools-record-zero-traffic-deaths-since-2010-rta-says-1.500659711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/drpjrzo4/okv06s211ka1ds2po.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T19:05:14.784+04:00 Dubai schools record zero traffic deaths since 2010, RTA says Education, Transport https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/even-at-elysee-phones-are-handed-in-macron-tells-pupils-1.500659725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/qmtc42ld/newsml_afp_com_20260901T132602Z_doc_c6zr2ed.jpeg France's President Emmanuel Macron (C) speaks with with students during a visit to the INSPE University on the first day of the new academic year in Mende, southern France on September 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T18:49:59.639+04:00 Even at Elysee, phones are handed in, Macron tells pupils Europe, France https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/health-risks-soaring-in-gaza-as-rainy-season-nears-1.500659719 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/alssy04u/newsml_afp_com_20260824T115315Z_doc_c6da4zh.jpeg Displaced Palestinians gather to fetch water from a cistern at a shelter camp in Bureij, central Gaza Strip on August 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T18:40:12.946+04:00 Health risks soaring in Gaza as rainy season nears Mena, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/heading-home-dubai-roads-to-avoid-as-evening-traffic-builds-1.500659709 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-27/d96zw1oe/Noushin-Sajjad-2.jpg E11, Al Khail Road and E311 see heavy evening traffic as commuters head home. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T18:36:31.814+04:00 Heading home? Dubai roads to avoid as evening traffic builds Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-announces-dubai-future-week-will-bring-together-the-worlds-brightest-minds-and-most-ambitious-ideas-1.500659681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/kj30ybvv/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 2026-09-01T18:22:40.937+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan announces Dubai Future Week 'will bring together the world’s brightest minds and most ambitious ideas' UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/would-you-pay-dh1949-for-a-toothbrush-with-ai-a-camera-and-a-water-jet-1.500659672 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/xlot9fai/Dyson-CameraJet™-Pink-with-formulations.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/h8ikhhzl/Dyson_CameraJet__Conical_jet.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/2sr5tdww/Dyson-CameraJet™-James-Dyson.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/2uytkrng/Dyson-CameraJet Dyson CameraJet Gulf News en 2026-09-01T18:15:26.899+04:00 Would you pay Dh1,949 for a toothbrush with AI, a camera and a water jet? Retail https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/20-years-of-lage-raho-munna-bhai-rajkumar-hirani-celebrates-gandhigiri-1.500659661 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2010/8/15/1_16a07fb8fa6.668597_4170146093_16a07fb8fa6_large.jpg Arshad Warshi as Circuit (left) and Sanjay Dutt as Munna in 'Lage Raho Munna Bhai'. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/990fqds1/Sanjay_Dutt_and_Boman_Irani_17bb619926c_original_ratio.jpg Sanjay Dutt and Boman Irani in Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T18:03:27.805+04:00 20 years of ‘Lage Raho Munna Bhai’: Rajkumar Hirani celebrates Gandhigiri BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ar-rahman-announces-memoir-rahman-a-renaissance-a-new-chapter-begins-1.500659655 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/gs1zpebr/arrahmanrupachakrobortymemoir.png AR Rahman has announced a memoir. Rahman: A Renaissance will be co-authored with writer Rupa Chakravarty, and the composer confirmed it on social media Gulf News en 2026-09-01T17:52:42.628+04:00 AR Rahman announces memoir Rahman: A Renaissance: 'A new chapter begins' Entertainment, Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/we-escaped-by-hours-indian-expats-in-dubai-recount-anxious-escape-after-nepal-flash-floods-disrupt-kailash-return-1.500659635 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/7wxzxzgz/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-01-at-10.06.58-AM.jpeg Mohana Sowjanya in front of the immigration building that was swept away during the flash floods later https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/01tqlan5/WhatsApp_Image_2026_09_01_at_12_04_23_PM.jpeg Ena Banerji (second from left) and her school friends before the floods took place Gulf News en 2026-09-01T17:52:00.500+04:00 'We escaped by hours': Indian expats in Dubai recount anxious escape after Nepal flash floods disrupt Kailash return UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/im-afraid-of-him-sharjah-man-reported-son-to-police-recalls-prosecutor-warning-of-families-being-torn-apart-by-drugs-1.500659593 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/kifm3jd4/Sharjah-drug4.jpg Sharjah prosecutor Counselor Musab Mohammed Al Kamali , recounts real-life drug cases involving families and young people https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/h4jh8u4i/Sharjah-drug2.jpg Sharjah prosecutor,Counselor Musab Mohammed Al Kamali, recounts real-life drug cases involving families and young people Gulf News en 2026-09-01T17:49:47.520+04:00 ‘I'm afraid of him': Sharjah man reported son to police, recalls prosecutor warning of families being torn apart by drugs Crime, crime, Sharjah, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-to-roll-out-smart-home-vehicle-impoundment-from-september-6-1.500659578 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/n2kg6blv/Arab-Times.jpeg Under the new initiative, a smart impoundment device will be fitted to the vehicle at the location where the violation is recorded. The impoundment period will officially start at midnight on the same day, allowing the owner time to move the vehicle to the designated home impoundment location. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T17:34:13.028+04:00 Kuwait to roll out smart home vehicle impoundment from September 6 Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/salamair-launches-direct-muscat-sylhet-flights-in-route-first-1.500659570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-05/lekhi755/SalamAir Oman's low-cost carrier launched direct flights between Muscat and Sylhet in Bangladesh, becoming the first foreign airline to operate scheduled services to the city. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T17:33:45.899+04:00 SalamAir launches direct Muscat-Sylhet flights in route first Aviation, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippine-couple-weds-in-hip-deep-floodwaters-after-refusing-to-postpone-1.500659588 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/5sg8d343/103487-01-02-Read-Only.jpg Couple Leian Lieza Galang and Gilbert Chico facing the altar during their wedding ceremony in a flooded church in Hagonoy town. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T17:29:57.736+04:00 Philippine couple weds in hip-deep floodwaters after refusing to postpone Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/al-tayer-motors-takes-over-kia-uae-distribution-1.500659607 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/01/07/auto-kia_176dd243709_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T17:18:01.299+04:00 Al Tayer Motors takes over Kia UAE distribution Retail, Auto https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/is-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-following-sachin-tendulkars-90s-curse-1.500659573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/qeseuwwg/Sachin-and-Vaibhav Vabihav Sooryavanshi is getting out in his 90s https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/qeseuwwg/Sachin-and-Vaibhav Vabihav Sooryavanshi is getting out in his 90s Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:58:43.437+04:00 Is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi following Sachin Tendulkar's 90s curse? Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/katia-arrives-in-dubai-for-life-changing-treatment-after-sheikh-mohammed-steps-in-1.500659340 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/lnb9xy64/MBR Katia is undergoing initial evaluations and tests at the hospital, which is part of Dubai Health, before the next stage of her treatment begins. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:49:35.423+04:00 Katia arrives in Dubai for life-changing treatment after Sheikh Mohammed steps in UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/from-osakas-stunning-entrance-to-federer-honoured-5-us-open-moments-you-missed-1.500659519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/wfl1ykb6/newsml_afp_com_20260831T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292931438.jpeg Naomi Osaka of Japan reacts while being interviewed on court after defeating Anastasia Zakharova in their Women's Singles First Round match. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/klm8wd2h/newsml_afp_com_20260831T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292994352.jpeg Naomi Osaka of Japan walks onto the court against Anastasia Zakharova. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/irmowpij/newsml_afp_com_20260831T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292866619.jpeg Qinwen Zheng of China returns against Kristina Liutova during their Women's Singles First Round match. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/07/03/Copy-of-602542-01-02-1656837981805_181c33d4680_medium.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/0i6akwxi/newsml_afp_com_20260831T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292901937.jpeg Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland acknowledges the crowd after a loss against Matteo Berrettini of Italy during their Men's Singles First Round match. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/djop6xu0/newsml_afp_com_20260831T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292920672.jpeg Inductee Roger Federer reacts after receiving his ITHF ring on Day Two of the 2026 US Open. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:47:32.352+04:00 From Osaka’s stunning entrance to Federer honoured: 5 US Open moments you missed Tennis https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/qatar-airways-brings-back-four-saudi-routes-this-winter-and-adds-more-flights-1.500659537 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/07/11/1.514502_1426697818_16be0b0b088_large.jpg Qatar Airways is one of the launch customers for the Airbus A350 Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:29:47.673+04:00 Qatar Airways brings back four Saudi routes this winter and adds more flights Aviation, Qatar, Qatar Airways https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/housing/abu-dhabi-rental-index-how-to-use-1.500659488 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/3g0yyudg/Abudhabiskyline-2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/t070k5j0/ad-rental.PNG Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:18:00.856+04:00 Abu Dhabi rental index: How to check average rents before you rent Living-Housing, Ask Gulf News, Abu Dhabi property https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/dubai-issues-social-media-rules-for-doctors-health-facilities-and-influencers-bans-misleading-claims-1.500659503 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-08/7mxcz8nd/Social-media New standards apply to every DHA-licensed health facility and healthcare professional advertising on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, WhatsApp and LinkedIn. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:15:06.512+04:00 Dubai issues social media rules for doctors, health facilities and influencers: bans misleading claims Health, Government, UAE, Dubai, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/top-filipino-billionaire-bets-bigger-on-africa-enrique-razons-ictsi-to-buy-port-operator-across-3-countries-report-1.500659493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-19/0nzf0w75/ictsi-port-2020-10-1418-12-39.jpg ICTSI, chaired by Filipino tycoon Ricky Razon Jr operates in 20 countries across 6 continents, managing 34 terminals, including Manila and Subic. It also runs ports in otherAsian countries (Indonesia, Pakistan), Middle East (Iraq, Syria), Europe (Croatia, Poland, Georgia), Africa (Madagascar, Cameroon, DRC, Nigeria), and the Americas (Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador). Their portfolio covers gateway terminals, inland container depots, and multipurpose terminals, focusing on development, operation, and management. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/u202zz68/Richest_Filipinos_2021_17bced92100_original_ratio.jpg Enrique Razon Jr. is currently the richest person in the Philippines, with an estimated net worth of $21.8 according to the 2026 Forbes World's Billionaires list. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/u202zz68/Richest_Filipinos_2021_17bced92100_original_ratio.jpg Enrique Razon Jr. is currently the richest person in the Philippines, with an estimated net worth of $21.8 according to the 2026 Forbes World's Billionaires list. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:14:33.264+04:00 Top Filipino billionaire bets bigger on Africa: Enrique Razon’s ICTSI to buy port operator across 3 countries — report Markets, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/red-suitcase-dead-woman-police-trace-a-2000km-murder-trail-1.500659510 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/zvf1py8c/screee.jpg CCTV footage of Manik Uddin Laskar and his wife, Bhagabati Majhi, who were arrested in Kashimpur, Manipur’s Jiribam district, on Saturday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/h3djcb0h/crime-online.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:14:00.324+04:00 Red suitcase, dead woman: Police trace a 2,000km murder trail India, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/back-to-school-uae-parents-share-their-childrens-first-day-photos-1.500659456 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/2g9cfv4f/inbound9161277132488485449.jpg Scroll through the back-to-school moments shared by Gulf News readers below https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/b3tjwd2m/1000833480.jpg My daughter Futaim Omar's first day of her kindergarten at Chubby cheeks Al Khawaneej branch https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/sqnir7pl/picgulfnews.jpeg Nandan Ramesh (Gems Millenium Sharjah) and Jhanvi Ramesh (Scholars International Academy, Sharjah) both attending first day at school. Both reside in Dubai and travel to Sharjah for School https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/oit2sf7o/1000500567.jpg The first day is a special one, a chance to see old friends, make new ones, meet your teachers, and get ready for all the exciting learning and adventures ahead. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/eqpkced3/EthanGeorge-BacktoSchool.jpeg Ethan George from Muweilah, Sharjah is all set to return to school on 31st August 2026 with a big smile, a curious mind, and a heart full of dreams. From learning new things to making new friends, every school day is a new opportunity to learn, grow, explore, and shine! https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/b8oqzl32/IMG0563.jpeg Hi i am Shivina Nishanth, Today is a very special day for me...Here’s to the beginning of a wonderful new adventure. My BIG SCHOOL journey starts today https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/fi8v87bi/1000380637.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/iiy81upw/inbound9161277132488485449.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/b0oa8333/WhatsAppImage2026-08-31at08.04.052.jpeg Back to school, Andriea, Isha , Andriena https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ujx5no97/inbound7780888358314249216.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ik5vx200/1000499757.jpg Back to school for Yousufuddin Ahmed, ready to start a new year filled with learning, growth, and exciting experiences. Wishing him a wonderful school year full of success, happiness, and new adventures! Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:12:04.756+04:00 Back to school: UAE parents share their children’s first-day photos Education https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-army-secretary-dan-driscoll-steps-down-after-18-months-1.500659494 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bhh7afyg/preview.jpg US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll speaks at the America 250 celebration at Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:07:20.427+04:00 US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll steps down after 18 months Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/badshah-released-his-first-marathi-track-hours-after-his-separation-news-with-isha-rikhi-1.500659442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ym2putgd/a4h9et78badshah625x30001September26.jpg.webp The rapper released Chimna, his first Marathi hip-hop track, on the same day he and Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi confirmed the end of their marriage after five months. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:01:31.402+04:00 Badshah released his first Marathi track hours after his separation news with Isha Rikhi Entertainment, Music https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/ugg-classic-review-the-ultra-mini-is-worth-it-in-the-uae-with-one-condition-1.500657921 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/41uvfv71/ugcboots-1.png UGG Ultra Minis make the most sense in the UAE when cooler weather finally arrives. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T16:00:00.000+04:00 UGG Classic review: the Ultra Mini is worth it in the UAE, with one condition Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/minerva-virtual-academy-to-host-parent-event-in-dubai-on-the-future-of-education-1.500659481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/76zle7py/Hugh-Viney-Founder-CEO-Minerva-Virtual-Academy.JPG Hugh Viney, Founder & CEO, Minerva Virtual Academy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/7h7fff1v/A-student-at-Minerva-Virtual-Academy-2.jpg A student at Minerva Virtual Academy Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:55:02.937+04:00 Minerva Virtual Academy to host parent event in Dubai on the future of education Company News https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/pheromone-maxxing-tiktok-wants-you-to-stink-for-love-and-men-are-listening-1.500659411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/dk40d4ow/Introducing-Pheromone-Maxxing-TikToks-Latest-Disgusting-Dating-Trend.jpg.webp There is a piece of dating advice going around on TikTok that would be funny if it were not so revealing. Do not shower before you meet someone. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/iv9q3c7v/mandeoderant.jpg.webp The practical guidance has not changed in a century and does not need updating. Shower. Soap. Clean shirt. Deodorant, ideally unscented, Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:52:43.895+04:00 ‘Pheromone-maxxing’: TikTok wants you to stink for love, and men are listening Op-Eds, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/mamata-s-niece-found-hanging-at-her-home-in-bengal-1.500659470 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/jx7wg9lm/Bristy-Mukherjee.jpg It is still unclear why Bristi Mukhopadhyay could have taken such an extreme decision. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:50:08.033+04:00 Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata’s niece found hanging at her home in Bengal India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/sharjah-ruler-orders-continued-free-schooling-for-sudanese-students-1.500659458 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/le7zf2w1/His_Highness_Dr__Sheikh_Sultan_bin_Mohammad_Al_Qasimi__Supreme_Council_Member_and_Ruler_of_Sharjah_1.jpg His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:48:12.649+04:00 Sharjah Ruler orders continued free schooling for Sudanese students Education, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/ips-2026-convenes-in-dubai-as-the-essential-real-estate-investment-summit-1.500659460 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/cvyz8jen/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-01-at-3.27.34-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:40:34.111+04:00 IPS 2026 convenes in Dubai as the essential real estate investment summit Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/sharjah-hospital-saves-patient-who-swallowed-12cm-nail-and-metal-spoon-1.500659428 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/28/NAT-200308-KUWAIT-HOSPITAL-ARAMZAN-7-1614520510460_177e8ebe7fd_large.jpg Doctors at Kuwait Hospital in Sharjah save patient who swallowed a 12cm nail and metal spoon, performing emergency surgery to repair life-threatening intestinal damage. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:36:34.418+04:00 Sharjah hospital saves patient who swallowed 12cm nail and metal spoon Health, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-rta-launches-new-school-year-drive-to-keep-students-safe-on-the-road-1.500659405 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/x4wfsb5j/RTA-awareness-campaign Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:21:08.014+04:00 Dubai RTA launches new school-year drive to keep students safe on the road UAE, Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/lionel-messis-greatest-trophy-is-not-the-world-cup-1.500659183 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/ftt5x33h/newsml_afp_com_20260707T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286090286.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates after scoring the team's second goal with teammates Julian Alvarez #9 and Enzo Fernandez #24 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium on July 07, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/ftt5x33h/newsml_afp_com_20260707T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286090286.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates after scoring the team's second goal with teammates Julian Alvarez #9 and Enzo Fernandez #24 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium on July 07, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:13:02.061+04:00 Lionel Messi’s greatest trophy is not the World Cup Football, Opinion, football, Lionel Messi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/malick-fofana-not-joining-arsenal-as-sunderland-agree-deal-for-lyon-winger-1.500659395 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-23/7b9hsy7v/newsml_afp_com_20250823T195203Z_doc_72b624h.jpeg Lyon’s Belgian forward #11 Malick Fofana (C) celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and FC Metz at the Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on August 23, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-23/p5hr497k/newsml_afp_com_20250823T195203Z_doc_72b624g.jpeg Lyon’s Belgian forward #11 Malick Fofana (C) celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between Olympique Lyonnais (OL) and FC Metz at the Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, central-eastern France on August 23, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:08:55.737+04:00 Malick Fofana not joining Arsenal as Sunderland agree deal for Lyon winger Football, football https://gulfnews.com/things-to-do/going-out/from-first-ever-professional-sumo-to-luxury-sale-10-things-to-do-in-the-uae-this-september-1.500659238 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/swjnijtc/k-pop-fever.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-01/m2977gbr/Coca-cola-arena-Big-Clearance-Sale Coca cola arena Big Clearance Sale https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/8r24y5cx/cannainte_inscriptions_2026_sep_12_the_new_covent_garden_theatre_106623_orig_en1782197188.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/feb4f60t/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-045457-PM.jpg Wagef! Mina Nader https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/9zcshcc8/images-32.jpeg Taha Desouky https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/10/12/DUBAI-OPERA_16dbfbc16e1_large.jpg The Dubai Opera https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/da74p39p/1900x1900-000000-80-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/tr40x5fa/IG-FEED-POST-COVER-copy.jpg Through harmony, the choir expresses a collective message: Shukran, UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/tk8kasff/k-pop-fever.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/yers8qok/star-sumo.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/w7dmit3h/ripe_market_two_1729242385032_1929ee0caa4_original_ratio.jpg The 'Ripe Market' Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:07:06.502+04:00 From first ever professional sumo to luxury sale: 10 things to do in the UAE this September Things-To-Do-Going-Out, Things To Do, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/why-do-baby-snakes-all-coil-the-same-way-inside-their-eggs-scientists-finally-have-an-answer-1.500659386 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/j1ohj735/Untitled-2.jpg A study of snake embryos reveals how their rapidly growing bodies form a distinctive spiral. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T15:07:05.517+04:00 Why do baby snakes all coil the same way inside their eggs? Scientists finally have an answer Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-dubai-traffic-new-tunnel-could-cut-waiting-times-by-85-1.500659358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ne60trfa/SHJ The tunnel, being built at Al Taawun Square, will have three lanes in each direction and capacity for about 4,000 vehicles an hour during peak periods. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:53:40.093+04:00 Sharjah-Dubai traffic: New tunnel could cut waiting times by 85% Transport, Sharjah, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-school-timings-2026-27-start-and-dismissal-times-from-september-7-1.500659368 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/t6g702uw/IMG6800.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:52:55.167+04:00 UAE school timings 2026-27: Start and dismissal times from September 7 Education, Abu Dhabi, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-pro-max-and-fold-launch-in-days-why-the-2027-standard-model-could-be-apples-real-ace-1.500659321 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/0jxsrbyh/macworld.avif Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and the foldable in the first half of September Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:52:35.543+04:00 iPhone 18: Pro, Pro Max and Fold launch in days — why the 2027 standard model could be Apple’s real ace Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/kareena-kapoors-son-heartbroken-over-lionel-messis-retirement-announcement-2-1.500659320 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/t2wgo49e/KAREEN-11.jpg Kareena Kapoor Khan poses with Argentine football legend Lionel Messi during his G.O.A.T India Tour, joined by her sons Taimur Ali Khan and Jehangir Ali Khan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/bgm2me4s/images.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/hdmasglc/PIC-1111.jpg Kareena, Taimur and Jeh in December last year: 'Got dressed up to take the boys to meet their hero.' Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:46:59.324+04:00 Kareena Kapoor's son heartbroken over Lionel Messi's retirement announcement BollyWood, Sport, viral https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-s-supreme-court-gives-student-protesters-a-clean-slate-cjp-calls-off-delhi-march-1.500659348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/0ho7y9n6/20260720830f.jpg For thousands of students, however, the most immediate consequence is simpler: Participation in the July protests will no longer leave them facing a criminal case that could follow them into their future. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/nv6fz5o7/ANI_20260729080730.jpg Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition challenging execution by hanging on the grounds that it causes unnecessary pain and fails to protect the dignity of death row prisoners. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:44:22.326+04:00 India’s Supreme Court gives student protesters a clean slate, CJP calls off Delhi march India, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-messis-legacy-extends-beyond-the-game-itself-1.500659325 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/sepzl5al/newsml_afp_com_20260831T152052Z_doc_c6x84nr.jpeg Argentina's captain and forward #10 Lionel Messi kisses the FIFA World Cup Trophy during the trophy ceremony after Argentina won the Qatar 2022 World Cup final football match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium in Lusail, north of Doha on December 18, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:43:15.788+04:00 Why Messi’s legacy extends beyond the game itself Op-Eds, Football, football, Barcelona, Lionel Messi https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/why-the-philippines-keeps-flooding-palace-cites-decades-of-failures-1.500659314 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-21/bqns8g6d/ANI_20250921104408.jpg A drone view shows homes inundated by high tide and flooding in Calumpit, Bulacan, Philippines Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:43:12.517+04:00 Why the Philippines keeps flooding: Palace cites decades of failures Philippines, Asia, Philippines, Asia https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistan-crisis-deepens-as-misbah-ul-haq-resigns-1.500659352 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/10/10/Pakistan-s-head-coach-Misbah-ul-Haq_16db509556c_large.jpg Pakistan's head coach Misbah-ul-Haq Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:38:58.887+04:00 Pakistan crisis deepens as Misbah-ul-Haq resigns Cricket, cricket, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-dnata-travel-opens-premium-store-at-one-central-1.500659346 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/nig1leem/dnatatravelunveilspremiumretailstoreatonecentral.jpg dnata Travel unveils premium retail store at One Central. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:34:41.702+04:00 Dubai: dnata Travel opens premium store at One Central Tourism, Aviation, Dnata, Emirates Group, UAE Travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/adihex-2026-rare-newspaper-page-reveals-abu-dhabis-falconry-history-50-years-ago-1.500659326 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/xlniyu92/d5d28745-a1a1-45b6-9828-0aaca31240f5.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/wpacqrr8/8f2d07ad-e49c-41ee-bdc9-626b06e6235a.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/c8fp2cc4/cf0fdb85-5d22-4449-be87-6b695f5f571b.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:29:42.903+04:00 ADIHEX 2026: Rare newspaper page reveals Abu Dhabi’s falconry history 50 years ago UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/dubai-islamic-bank-secures-12-billion-demand-for-debut-750m-islamic-financing-1.500659319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/85yvzv95/DIB-HO.jpg The bank said the new facility will support its longer-term balance-sheet and growth objectives while providing access to diversified pools of institutional liquidity. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:24:20.146+04:00 Dubai Islamic Bank secures $1.2 billion demand for debut $750m Islamic financing Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-embassy-in-hanoi-urges-citizens-to-exercise-caution-as-storm-saudel-approaches-1.500659310 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/d4sfgarv/UAE The embassy called on citizens to follow safety instructions issued by Vietnamese authorities and to remain alert to changing weather conditions. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:22:43.575+04:00 UAE Embassy in Hanoi urges citizens to exercise caution as Storm Saudel approaches UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-ends-ban-on-outdoor-work-during-restricted-periods-1.500659284 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/zrlcptkv/KUNA PAM said it would continue monitoring compliance with occupational health and safety requirements Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:22:10.238+04:00 Kuwait ends ban on outdoor work during restricted periods Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-fines-of-up-to-sr300-for-failing-to-keep-a-safe-distance-1.500659268 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/a4fzo2rd/KSA Compliance with traffic regulations is not optional, but a responsibility shared by all motorists to protect themselves and other road users. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:20:21.437+04:00 Saudi Arabia: Fines of up to SR300 for failing to keep a safe distance Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/adihex-2026-abu-dhabi-judicial-department-raises-awareness-of-hunting-and-equestrian-laws-1.500659311 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/pvy2mqw2/1b9fc266-8cb5-4f23-ad87-e3a6556fc390.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:18:01.672+04:00 ADIHEX 2026: Abu Dhabi Judicial Department raises awareness of hunting and equestrian laws UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-gulf-urged-to-accelerate-renewables-grids-and-storage-as-energy-security-risks-rise-1.500659288 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/8elh5zbm/Francesco-la-Camera.png "Renewables, grid, storage, flexibility, and sustainable fuels must scale up at the same time," said La Camera. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:08:26.824+04:00 UAE, Gulf urged to accelerate renewables, grids and storage as energy security risks rise Energy, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/uae/filipina-expat-in-dubai-reveals-first-wish-after-dh5m-uae-lottery-win-a-special-trip-with-her-daughter-1.500659286 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/1qq8q8xd/GN.png Zenn Ariane Garceles Gulf News en 2026-09-01T14:04:19.663+04:00 Filipina expat in Dubai reveals first wish after Dh5m UAE Lottery win: a special trip with her daughter UAE, people, Philippines, UAE, Philippines, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-cleared-hormuz-mines-iran-may-have-found-a-new-way-to-put-them-back-1.500659259 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/a0yl9kj4/hormuzq_1788254739876.jpg A tractor pulls a boat from the sea as commercial vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Aug. 31, 2026. The US says Iran was preparing to deploy rocket-launched sea mines. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:40:22.836+04:00 US cleared Hormuz mines. Iran may have found a new way to put them back Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-police-welcome-pupils-back-to-school-with-gifts-and-safety-messages-1.500659240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/lniovvec/AD-Police Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:36:00.482+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police welcome pupils back to school with gifts and safety messages Education, Education, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/95-of-dubai-road-network-assets-rated-excellent-1.500659200 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/oafmex72/RTA The work included highways, arterial and local roads in industrial, commercial and residential districts, as well as a cycling track. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:35:21.890+04:00 95% of Dubai road network assets rated ‘excellent’ Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-raises-clean-energy-ambition-as-minister-says-round-the-clock-solar-can-compete-with-gas-1.500659251 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/s20bgqm0/A_solar_power_farm_in_Abu_Dhabi__179c1b171f0_original_ratio.jpg UAE Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei outlined the country’s clean-energy ambitions at Middle East Energy in Dubai. Pictured above is a solar power farm in Abu Dhabi. (Image used for illustrative purposes). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/b2udq9dk/STAFFBUS_260504_MIITE_Ministers_VSAKLANI_21777894273977.jpg "We need to increase the efficiency of whatever system we have, because the previous decades efficiencies does not work anymore," said Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Cabinet Member and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:34:55.292+04:00 UAE raises clean energy ambition as minister says round-the-clock solar can compete with gas Energy, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/court-crime/woman-sues-her-own-sister-over-dh340000-unpaid-loan-1.500659165 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/q02morjf/Crime The claimant told the court that her sister had asked to borrow Dh540,000, which she transferred in two payments, Dh500,000 followed by Dh40,000. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:34:36.050+04:00 Woman sues her own sister over Dh340,000 unpaid loan Court-Crime, crime https://gulfnews.com/business/property/palm-jumeirah-villa-sells-for-dh260-million-in-latest-dubai-luxury-deal-1.500659128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/6xosofko/Dubai The transactions came as Dubai recorded about Dh1.2 billion in property deals across 339 transactions in early trading on Tuesday, at the start of September. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:33:59.708+04:00 Palm Jumeirah villa sells for Dh260 million in latest Dubai luxury deal Property, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/abu-dhabi-drivers-can-cut-eight-black-points-for-dh800-at-adihex-1.500659113 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/u8ovj9s1/AD-Police The service is available through a dedicated police platform at ADIHEX 2026, which runs at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until September 6. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:33:27.321+04:00 Abu Dhabi drivers can cut eight black points for Dh800 at ADIHEX Living-Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/philippines-red-cross-shares-lessons-on-faster-disaster-response-at-dubai-conference-1.500659243 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/iov5yng1/DIHAD-D1-Exhibition-29.jpg 22nd edition of the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference & Exhibition https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/3ductivd/Dr.-Gwendolyn-T.-Pang.PNG Dr. Gwendolyn Pang, secretary general of the Philippine Red Cross Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:30:22.756+04:00 Philippines Red Cross shares lessons on faster disaster response at Dubai conference UAE, Philippines, UAE, Dubai, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-launches-road-safety-campaign-for-school-journeys-1.500659214 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/qne5cox5/w9106s0f1ka0y7opo.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/8v67ojui/images.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:17:51.023+04:00 UAE launches road safety campaign for school journeys Transport, Education https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/oman-cables-to-debut-oci-ultraflex-at-middle-east-energy-2026-as-regional-energy-and-digital-infrastructure-demand-accelerates-1.500659230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/z8j9xma3/PAD9221.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:09:17.706+04:00 Oman Cables to debut OCI-UltraFlex at Middle East Energy 2026 as regional energy and digital infrastructure demand accelerates Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/gulf-news-levelup-focuses-on-skills-qualifications-and-career-progression-1.500659179 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ui9u5mgt/shutterstock2742420811.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/82mkqyh8/level-up-1200-x-900.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/1k7qyqc8/Editorial_Story___Mustufa_Ali___Lecturer.png Mustufa Ali, Lecturer, Phoenix Financial Training https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/u9nse9wq/K17A8984.JPG Prof. Mohamed El-Tanani, Vice President for Research and Postgraduate Studies, RAKMHSU https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ryj024wl/F4MG.jpg Burzin Nanavatti, CEO, F4MG Gulf News en 2026-09-01T13:02:00.481+04:00 Gulf News LevelUP focuses on skills, qualifications and career progression Education https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-crisis-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-sept-1-1.500659205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/yj8xo3d3/Screenshot-2026-09-01-at-5.13.23-PM.png The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency reported (Warning 124-26) on Tuesday that a tanker was hit by three unidentified projectiles while completing an outbound transit of the Strait of Hormuz, about 17 nautical miles east of Khasab, Oman. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:56:14.032+04:00 US-Iran crisis: What UAE residents need to know today (Sept. 1) Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rob-reiners-son-jake-marries-amid-brother-nicks-murder-case-8-months-after-parents-tragic-deaths-1.500659198 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/oru7rpkw/jake.webp Jake Reiner with Maria Gilfillan. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:54:09.619+04:00 Rob Reiner’s son Jake marries amid brother Nick's murder case, 8 months after parents’ tragic deaths Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/a-fire-breathing-chicken-fans-react-to-hbos-new-harry-potter-hogwarts-house-crests-1.500659184 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/8wk5u430/ravenclaw1.png The four Hogwarts houses have new crests, and the reaction online has been swift and largely unimpressed. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/upbyheo8/CrestsComp1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/qzmztjhz/CrestsComp3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/fs5iz5hf/CrestsComp4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/gzvlau15/CrestsComp2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:37:57.496+04:00 'A fire-breathing chicken': Fans react to HBO's new Harry Potter Hogwarts house crests Entertainment, TV https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/spider-man-beats-avatar-2-in-31-days-to-become-the-third-biggest-film-in-history-1.500659159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/wb62bldc/preview.jpg This image released by Sony Pictures shows Tom Holland in a scene from "Spider-Man: Brand New Day." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/17/This-image-released-by-20th-Century-Studios-shows-Trinity-Bliss--as-Tuk--in-a-scene-from--Avatar--The-Way-of-Water.---20th-Century-Studios-via-AP-_1852075ca0c_large.jpg Trinity Bliss, as Tuk, in a scene from "Avatar: The Way of Water." Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:20:53.684+04:00 Spider-Man beats Avatar 2 in 31 days to become the third-biggest film in history Entertainment, HollyWood, Marvel https://gulfnews.com/technology/gaming/the-silent-hill-studio-is-making-a-star-trek-horror-game-and-ro-laren-is-back-1.500659147 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/lsoamzb7/star-trek-shadow-frontier-ro-closeup.jpg Star Trek turns 60 this year, and the franchise is marking it by doing something it has never done: a proper horror game. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/hv3s8my2/star-trek-shadow-frontier-gameplay-image.avif The player character is Ro Laren, the Bajoran Starfleet officer introduced in The Next Generation Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:12:46.747+04:00 The Silent Hill studio is making a Star Trek horror game, and Ro Laren is back Gaming https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/bethlehem-kudumba-unit-crosses-rs205-crore-in-hat-trick-blockbuster-for-mamitha-1.500659138 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/58uf54ox/faa.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:09:57.584+04:00 Bethlehem Kudumba Unit crosses Rs205 crore in hat-trick blockbuster for Mamitha South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/she-is-not-a-red-flag-prajakta-koli-on-the-operation-safed-sagar-backlash-1.500659122 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/u2q7kf22/Screenshot2026-09-01125639178824778489717882477959577e4b1cd4-64dc-4338-aa02-cb39cbbc2510.png.avif Koli plays the only civilian at an IAF base in Netflix's six-part Kargil War drama Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:05:16.736+04:00 'She is not a red flag': Prajakta Koli on the Operation Safed Sagar backlash Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-mens-autumn-jackets-on-amazonae-2026-five-layers-for-cooler-evenings-1.500657859 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/odv2q3op/winterjacktes-1.png The right autumn jacket adds warmth without feeling too heavy for the UAE’s milder winter weather. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T12:01:06.207+04:00 Best men's autumn jackets on amazon.ae 2026: Five layers for cooler evenings Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/why-this-filipino-expat-chose-to-build-her-life-in-abu-dhabi-1.500659094 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/b2qjer9p/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-23.35.24.jpeg Abu Dhabi-based Filipino expat Sheryl Palacios–Manalo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/wladj91u/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_31_at_23_35_24_1.jpeg Manalo works as a senior health unit coordinator at Cleveland Clinic in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/nakc8s6f/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_31_at_23_55_58.jpeg Manalo packing some goods to distribute to those affected by the unprecedented regional situation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/qqn9cuim/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_31_at_23_55_12.jpeg Manalo at Abu Dhabi Corniche, her favourite place in the emirate https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/31wd9bj0/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_31_at_23_34_41.jpeg Manalo at Al Wathba Lake https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/j19jo5ox/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-14.15.59.jpeg Manalo with her children Sheddy Ysabelle and John Rylte Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:56:22.789+04:00 Why this Filipino expat chose to build her life in Abu Dhabi people, UAE, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-schools-welcome-students-back-with-full-readiness-for-new-academic-year-1.500659123 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ihj505b8/gulfnews2026-08-10k1n6bm28back-to-school.avif The phased return allows schools to welcome students in stages and help them transition from the holiday routine to the structure of the school day. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:52:46.051+04:00 UAE schools welcome students back with full readiness for new academic year Education, UAE, Abu Dhabi, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/uae/ramadan/when-is-ramadan-2027-the-expected-date-moon-sighting-and-eid-explained-1.500630523 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/1xthp9fh/gulfnews2026-02-17alvob5kiRAMADANUAE2026.avif Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:46:25.723+04:00 When is Ramadan 2027? The expected date, moon sighting and Eid explained Ramadan, Ramadan https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/abu-dhabi-schools-set-strict-ethics-rules-for-teachers-and-staff-1.500659076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/gd9smi5t/ADEK Schools must develop and distribute their own staff codes of conduct in line with ADEK requirements and the federal Code of Conduct for Education Professionals. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/68uksjof/Stockteacherschool177fc865b49originalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:39:50.840+04:00 Abu Dhabi schools set strict ethics rules for teachers and staff Living-Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-book-that-convicted-him-how-keffe-ds-memoir-sealed-the-tupac-case-1.500659091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/yo1llctk/b113f970-a5a1-11f1-b109-879e35c24276.jpg Duane "Keffe D" Davis was convicted of first-degree murder on Monday over the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/jms1rc3i/51xL9hzgKAL.SL500.jpg Compton Street Legend was published in 2019. Prosecutors say it made the case possible https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/jtp5zbxg/newsml_afp_com_20260810T212106Z_doc_c4cq8uf.jpeg Duane Davis smiles during the first day of jury selection in his murder trial related to the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur at Clark County District Court’s Regional Justice Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on August 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:39:28.844+04:00 The book that convicted him: How Keffe D's memoir sealed the Tupac case Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-car-rentals-surge-as-drivers-rethink-car-ownership-adopt-wait-and-watch-approach-1.500659088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/9stdpyk3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-9.24.54-AM.jpeg UAE residents are increasingly turning to monthly and flexible car rentals as an alternative to buying or financing vehicles, with rental companies reporting stronger demand for longer-term plans. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2014/1/13/1_16a07fe13f2.1276908_2880541616_16a07fe13f2_large.jpg UAE car rental companies are seeing stronger demand for monthly and flexible rental plans as residents weigh the costs of car ownership. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/dqwvn5px/1tdB0w1qDeohaQeTc846SxA.png "With tourist volumes impacted, daily and weekly utilisation has fallen, which has left a larger volume of retail rental fleet available in the market. That is why you are seeing discounts directed at monthly and long-term use," said Soham Shah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/gw1eke0x/Dominic-Hagerty-General-Manager-Dollar-Car-Rental-Dubai-and-Oman.png "Flexibility has become a significant factor in how UAE residents approach mobility. The ability to access a vehicle for exactly the period they need, with control over their monthly costs, is making rental an attractive option for a wider range of customers," says Dominic Hagerty. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/zrl1y7a3/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_31_at_9_25_13_AM.jpeg "There is a broader shift towards flexibility, although I would not attribute it purely to geopolitical uncertainty. The cost of ownership, financing, insurance, depreciation and the commitment involved in buying a car are all factors," says Hasib Khan. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:38:54.953+04:00 UAE car rentals surge as drivers rethink car ownership, adopt ‘wait-and-watch’ approach Retail, Auto, Rental cars https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indigo-goa-delhi-flight-returns-to-manohar-airport-shortly-after-takeoff-due-to-technical-issue-1.500659086 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/v4kz11cz/gulfnews2024-11-29vtaguaa4190930indigo16d80ccff09originalratio.avif IndiGo confirmed that a technical issue had been detected shortly after takeoff . Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:35:26.646+04:00 IndiGo Goa-Delhi flight returns to Manohar airport shortly after takeoff due to technical issue India, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/miley-cyrus-drops-last-name-in-bold-rebrand-ahead-of-album-release-what-it-means-for-her-new-era-1.500659089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/07/Miley-Cyrus_18a6f23a18a_large.jpg Miley Cyrus dropped her last name. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:33:51.408+04:00 Miley Cyrus drops last name in bold rebrand ahead of album release: What it means for her new era Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/global-partners-ltd-announces-two-branded-residential-projects-in-collaboration-with-marriott-international-at-dubai-creek-1.500659090 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/rh85s3ye/BADERS1.JPE From left: Bader Saeed Hareb, Executive Chairman, Global Partners Property Fund II and Jaidev Menezes, Regional Vice President – Mixed-Use Development EMEA, Marriott International Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:29:28.728+04:00 Global Partners Ltd announces two branded residential projects in collaboration with Marriott International at Dubai Creek Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/swalih-valanchery-kerala-youtuber-who-turned-lifes-challenges-into-hope-dies-at-37-1.500659073 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/bbinjp9r/PIC-11.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:25:21.122+04:00 Swalih Valanchery: Kerala YouTuber who turned life’s challenges into hope, dies at 37 India https://gulfnews.com/things-to-do/dh39-emirati-breakfast-dh50-water-park-free-cinema-7-things-to-do-mid-week-in-dubai-1.500659008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ozsozbjh/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-26.png Here is what's happening over the next few days in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/6yk6iwlx/Al-Futtaim-IKEA-UAE-Emirati-Menu-MA-Image-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/oi25z7k3/Coca-Cola-Arena-City-Walk.jpg Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/a7v42dva/Screenshot-2026-09-01-at-11.15.49-AM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/l2wqlamk/Splash-N-Party-Dubai-Hills-Park.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ot4wpiy8/Theatre-by-QE2-2.png Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:21:41.185+04:00 Dh39 Emirati breakfast, Dh50 water park, free cinema: 7 things to do mid-week in Dubai Things To Do, Things-To-Do-Going-Out, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/scientists-create-a-little-big-bang-to-study-how-the-early-universe-formed-1.500658989 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/uj1x34jn/Galaxy Physicists smashed small atomic particles together to briefly recreate the extreme conditions that existed just after the Universe began (picture used for illustrative purposes only). Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:20:49.546+04:00 Scientists create a ‘Little Big Bang’ to study how the early Universe formed Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/property/uae-developer-arada-enters-syria-with-7-billion-new-damascus-mixed-use-project-1.500659060 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/23gljliu/Aradas-project-in-New-Damascus-features-a-700000-square-metre-parkLR.jpg Arada's project in New Damascus features a 700,000 square metre park. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:11:58.806+04:00 UAE developer Arada enters Syria with $7 billion 'New Damascus' mixed-use project Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bred-abu-dhabi-2026-is-back-new-dates-tickets-and-everything-to-know-1.500659003 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/u826tyy1/bred3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T11:10:02.777+04:00 BRED Abu Dhabi 2026 is back: New dates, tickets and everything to know Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/turn-everyday-spending-into-extraordinary-journeys-with-new-marriott-bonvoy-adib-cards-1.500658159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/3dv3ckq4/1110625.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/49u8xx2i/1200900-Marriott-Bonvoy-x-ADIB-01.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/y2iljxoh/1200900-Marriott-Bonvoy-x-ADIB-02.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/psfoc77p/1200900-Marriott-Bonvoy-x-ADIB-03.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:49:51.914+04:00 Turn everyday spending into extraordinary journeys with new Marriott Bonvoy ADIB cards Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/is-uae-summer-heat-over-weather-starts-cooling-today-as-autumn-brings-falling-temperatures-1.500658982 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/4hmvavmt/UAE Meteorological seasons are based primarily on typical monthly temperature patterns and are aligned with the calendar months used for climate reporting. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:29:36.957+04:00 Is UAE summer heat over? Weather starts cooling today as autumn brings falling temperatures Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/towrs-b2b-platform-streamlines-automotive-logistics-and-vehicle-transportation-across-the-uae-1.500659002 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/zff7ra8g/Towr-x-Gulfnews-image.png Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:18:52.877+04:00 Towr’s B2B platform streamlines automotive logistics and vehicle transportation across the UAE Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/the-uae-side-quest-lifestyle-why-young-people-are-always-looking-for-something-to-do-1.500658898 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/whvpzfmo/shutterstock492016237.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:15:39.822+04:00 The UAE ‘side quest’ lifestyle: Why young people are always looking for something to do Living-UAE, UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/more-than-1000-dead-from-catastrophic-nepal-china-floods-1.500658968 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/5znx0o9o/preview.jpg A Nepal flag lies on a muddy track near the banks of the Trishuli river in Dhading District, Nepal, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shrestha) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/77af027i/newsml_afp_com_20260901T041353Z_doc_c6ye2ph.jpeg Nepal’s army personal take part in search operations in the aftermath of flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot districT https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/f3pt5w8q/newsml_afp_com_20260901T050733Z_doc_c6yf9zq.jpeg Relatives look at a screen to identify deceased victims at a mortuary, after flash floods hit Bharatpur in Nepal's Chitwan district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ly3yxebp/newsml_afp_com_20260901T043140Z_doc_c6ye2p4.jpeg People scout for usable materials from debris after flash floods at Trishuli Center in Nepal's Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/blmmxm7i/newsml_afp_com_20260901T041954Z_doc_c6ye2q8.jpeg A woman walks among the ruins of flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/rn3iv0yg/newsml_afp_com_20260901T043140Z_doc_c6ye2qg.jpeg People scout for usable materials from debris after flash floods at Trishuli Center in Nepal's Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/xwdja24e/newsml_afp_com_20260901T041507Z_doc_c6ye2p2.jpeg Nepal’s army personal take part in search operations in the aftermath of flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/xu5usmwp/newsml_afp_com_20260901T041507Z_doc_c6ye2p9.jpeg Nepal’s army personal take part in search operations in the aftermath of flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ajmuj16r/newsml_afp_com_20260901T041353Z_doc_c6ye2pz.jpeg Nepal’s army personal take part in search operations in the aftermath of flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/2tri42zw/newsml_afp_com_20260901T041353Z_doc_c6ye2pb.jpeg A man takes photos of the river in the aftermath of flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:07:29.213+04:00 More than 1,000 dead from catastrophic Nepal-China floods Nepal flash floods death toll tibet china https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/massive-russian-attack-on-kyiv-surrounding-areas-kills-4-1.500658768 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/tbgdzb0d/A_family_takes_shelter_in_a_metro_station_in_Kyiv_early_on_February_24__2022__Air_raid_sirens_rang_o.jpg Kyiv residents rushed to shelters clutching bags and blankets, AFP journalists observed, as a large plume of smoke emanated from the city centre. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:07:25.827+04:00 'Massive' Russian attack on Kyiv, surrounding areas kills 4 Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/property/infinity-developments-strengthens-dubai-footprint-with-16m-business-bay-office-acquisition-1.500658981 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/se4mehue/Infinity-Developments-Office-1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/r5gqe21e/Infinity-Developments-Office-2.png Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:05:09.658+04:00 Infinity Developments strengthens Dubai footprint with $16m Business Bay office acquisition Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/abu-dhabi-comedy-season-adds-whitney-cummings-to-star-studded-etihad-arena-lineup-with-paul-smith-and-russell-peters-1.500658979 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/0d0a2ql3/newsml_afp_com_20250225T000000Z_PH_GTY_2202012140.jpeg Whitney Cummings Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:04:21.515+04:00 Abu Dhabi Comedy Season adds Whitney Cummings to star-studded Etihad Arena lineup with Paul Smith and Russell Peters Entertainment, UAE, UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/fast-fashion-giant-shein-tumbles-in-hong-kong-debut-1.500658796 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/so7ytr75/preview.jpg A logo of fast-fashion retailer Shein is seen on the t-shirt at the listing ceremony in Hong Kong, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T10:02:24.503+04:00 Fast-fashion giant Shein tumbles in Hong Kong debut Markets, China https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/rs-4-crore-ayodhyas-ram-mandir-donation-cheque-bounces-heres-what-happened-1.500658973 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/mww5wnau/20260819001f.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T09:57:02.975+04:00 Rs 4 crore Ayodhya's Ram Mandir donation cheque bounces — here’s what happened India, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/gems-education-sets-out-new-academic-year-priorities-with-dh2-billion-uae-investment-and-20000-new-seats-planned-1.500658947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/0qf8lbrr/gulfnews2026-04-20poyyqcziWhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-9.31.50-AM.avif REPRESENTATIONAL IMAGE ONLY: Students at GEMS Metropole School in Motor City, Dubai, as campuses reopen across the UAE for in-person learning. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T09:43:48.486+04:00 GEMS Education to invest Dh2 billion, add 20,000 UAE school seats, set new academic priorities UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-fall-dh275-as-us-rate-fears-weigh-on-bullion-1.500658932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-15/hypx031u/202604153748863.jpg Dubai gold prices fell on Tuesday, giving shoppers a modest price break as international bullion came under pressure from renewed US interest-rate concerns. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T09:12:53.064+04:00 Dubai gold prices fall Dh2.75 as US rate fears weigh on bullion Retail, Your Money, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/iloe-uae-when-unemployment-compensation-stops-1.500439395 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/jezq2zu2/Leaving_job_stock_18cda28ce15_original_ratio.jpg UAE Job Loss Insurance: The three-month cash compensation provides security for employees who have lost their jobs due to reasons other than disciplinary action or resignation until they find a new job. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T08:52:30.976+04:00 When ILOE compensation stops in the UAE and what affects your eligibility Living-Ask-Us, Ask Gulf News, UAE jobs, ILOE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-update-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-status-europe-extends-gulf-airspace-warning-1.500658875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/8qzb1p7w/EK-Collage.jpeg Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia issue alerts on Kuwait and Bahrain services. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T08:47:13.537+04:00 UAE flight update today: Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia status; Europe extends Gulf airspace warning Aviation, Gulf, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/yashs-toxic-crosses-rs-3-billion-worldwide-sumalatha-calls-him-fearless-says-film-is-ahead-of-its-time-1.500658904 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/se93ri8o/ANI_20260827143656_PtMOpcx.jpg Yash in Toxic. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T08:46:20.095+04:00 Yash's Toxic crosses Rs 3 billion worldwide, Sumalatha calls him 'fearless', says film is ahead of its time Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tupac-shakur-1996-murder-who-is-duane-keffe-d-davis-the-man-convicted-of-orchestrating-the-killing-1.500658858 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-28/hlmlp2tv/preview.jpg Rapper Tupac Shakur attends a voter registration event in South Central Los Angeles on Aug. 15, 1996, left, and Duane "Keffe D" Davis appears in District Court for his involvement in the 1996 killing of Shakur in Las Vegas on Feb. 18, 2025. (AP Photo) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/jtp5zbxg/newsml_afp_com_20260810T212106Z_doc_c4cq8uf.jpeg Duane Davis smiles during the first day of jury selection in his murder trial related to the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur at Clark County District Court’s Regional Justice Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on August 10, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/vitdswya/preview.jpg This undated photo provided by Maurice "Mopreme" Shakur on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, shows, from left, Tupac Shakur, Mike Cooley, and Mopreme Shakur, posing for a photo in Los Angeles. (Mopreme Shakur via AP) Gulf News en 2026-09-01T08:17:17.557+04:00 Tupac Shakur 1996 murder: Who is Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis, the man convicted of orchestrating the killing? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/philippines-bridge-collapse-leaves-one-dead-3-still-missing-1.500658850 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/9fxgmfj2/ndrrmc.webp One of four persons reported missing following the Agana Bridge collapse in Tarlac City, north on Manila, has been found dead about 90km downstream in neighbouring Pangasinan province on Monday night, Aug. 31, as per the Coast Guard. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T08:12:46.353+04:00 Philippines: Bridge collapse leaves one dead, 3 still missing Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/avengers-doomsday-reshoots-3-months-before-release-fuel-cameo-buzz-jeremy-renners-hawkeye-might-return-1.500658853 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/yq3ncan5/hawkeye.webp Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:56:57.393+04:00 Avengers: Doomsday reshoots 3 months before release fuel cameo buzz, Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye might return Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/from-homes-to-five-star-hotels-how-art-craft-furniture-built-a-uae-solid-wood-success-story-1.500658272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/toyb0oga/Article-Image1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/fzv9uzel/Article-Image2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/b6fjcnlz/Article-image3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:55:00.000+04:00 From homes to five-star hotels: How Art & Craft Furniture built a UAE solid wood success story UAE, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/grand-canyon-flash-floods-2-dead-1-still-missing-after-monsoonal-downpour-1.500658765 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/0vysd33k/15.jpg The campsite at Bright Angel Creek corridor at the Grand Canyon, which was hit with flash floods is seen from Grand Canyon Village, Arizona, on August 31, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:43:51.169+04:00 Grand Canyon flash floods: 2 dead, 1 still missing after monsoonal downpour Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/indian-rapper-badshah-and-isha-rikhi-announce-separation-urge-privacy-after-weeks-of-speculation-1.500658844 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/tisu6g5r/202603243719462.jpeg The announcement puts an official end to weeks of rumours swirling around the couple's marriage — speculation that Isha herself had appeared to acknowledge in a since-discussed Instagram post. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:34:16.531+04:00 Indian rapper Badshah and Isha Rikhi announce separation, urge privacy after weeks of speculation Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iranian-launchers-near-strait-of-hormuz-as-iran-fires-missiles-at-us-base-in-jordan-in-major-escalation-1.500657565 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/l59i8esi/Jet.jpg US sailors conduct night flight operations aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the ship sails in regional waters supporting operations in the Middle East. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/1wabuy6q/newsml_afp_com_20260831T142325Z_doc_c6wz2wx.jpeg US Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent and US Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh are displayed on a TV screen as they speak during the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ meeting in Asheville, North Carolina, on August 31, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:19:43.801+04:00 US strikes Iranian launchers near Strait of Hormuz; US denies oil tanker hit mines near Hormuz US Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz, Larak Island, Iran missile attack, Muwaffaq Salti base, Jordan air defenses, IRGC retaliation, ballistic missiles, energy chokepoint, US military strain, missile interception, Pentagon assessment, Middle East war, US Israel Iran, Hormuz shipping https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-shock-is-turning-filipinos-electric-ev-sales-jump-300-even-as-overall-car-market-shrinks-1.500658832 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-15/eq1go3ii/Glenn-Cuarto-Tesla-Model-3.jpg Filipino Glenn Cuarto, a former overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who spent years in the UAE, charges his Tesla Model 3 at a local mall (SM City Iligan, in Mindanao). Sales of electrified vehicles — hybrids, plug-in hybrids and battery-electric vehicles — jumped 136.4% to 38,286 units. Pure battery EVs topped 300% jump in sales. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:13:57.420+04:00 Oil shock is turning Filipinos electric: EV sales jump 300%, even as overall car market shrinks Energy, Auto https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-morning-traffic-alert-delays-reported-on-key-sharjah-dubai-routes-1.500658829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/54uxe4mq/gulfnews2026-04-16rxnnauqfSCHOOLBUS.avif Classes resume in the UAE, bringing peak morning traffic back to the roads. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/iubls5r0/september1.JPG Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:12:28.147+04:00 UAE morning traffic alert: Delays reported on key Sharjah-Dubai routes Transport, Dubai, Sharjah, Traffic https://gulfnews.com/friday/friday-partner/the-laughter-factory-marks-30-years-of-bringing-world-class-stand-up-comedy-to-the-middle-east-1.500657853 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/091rahec/Gail-Duncan.jpeg Laughter Factory co-founders Gail Clough and Duncan Jones https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ykzff6bz/IMG2795.JPG Gulf News en 2026-09-01T07:00:00.000+04:00 The Laughter Factory marks 30 years of bringing world-class stand-up comedy to the Middle East Friday-Partner https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/nimisha-sajayan-reveals-gruelling-14kg-weight-loss-journey-for-babita-singh-reporting-1.500658409 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bf7jil16/NIM.jpg Nimisha Sajayan as ASI Babita Singh in ‘Babita Singh Reporting’, alongside trainer Ali Shifas, who she credited for supporting her transformation for the role. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/dkgaxo4q/FFF.jpg A still from Babita Singh Reporting, Gulf News en 2026-09-01T06:39:00.000+04:00 Nimisha Sajayan reveals gruelling 14kg weight-loss journey after ‘Babita Singh Reporting’ BollyWood, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/meet-vijay-yadav-indian-spinner-who-bowls-with-both-arms-and-idolises-virat-kohli-1.500658725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/78rpkrud/Vijay-yadav Who is Vijay Yadav? Two armed spinner inspired by Kohli Gulf News en 2026-09-01T06:10:00.000+04:00 Meet Vijay Yadav, Indian spinner who bowls with both arms and idolises Virat Kohli Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-jungkook-turns-29-magical-potatoes-to-calling-suga-a-steamed-bun-29-viral-moments-1.500658611 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/dbod1t9k/jungkook.webp BTS's Jungkook in Run BTS. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/acqkfzod/kookie.webp Gulf News en 2026-09-01T06:00:00.000+04:00 BTS’ Jungkook turns 29: ‘Magical’ potatoes to calling Suga a steamed bun, 29 viral moments Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-snaps-at-question-about-nuking-iran-what-a-stupid-question-1.500658799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/48b7iiiy/nuclear-weapon.webp After the US withdrew from its treaty with Russia on intermediate-range nuclear missiles, a move that roiled the status quo of global security, experts say the US can best prepare for the next nuclear age by sticking with the two-pronged strategy that worked well during the Cold War -- "deterrence" combined with arms control. That means pursuing two seemingly contradictory goals: seeking to shrink the number of nuclear weapons around the globe, while simultaneously maintaining and improving a nuclear arsenal potent enough to dissuade adversaries from doing anything stupid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/ta9m3jh6/nuclear-weapon.webp After the US withdrew from its treaty with Russia on intermediate-range nuclear missiles, a move that roiled the status quo of global security, experts say the US can best prepare for the next nuclear age by sticking with the two-pronged strategy that worked well during the Cold War -- "deterrence" combined with arms control. That means pursuing two seemingly contradictory goals: seeking to shrink the number of nuclear weapons around the globe, while simultaneously maintaining and improving a nuclear arsenal potent enough to dissuade adversaries from doing anything stupid. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T05:59:54.729+04:00 Trump snaps at question about nuking Iran: 'What a stupid question' Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/what-am-i-going-to-do-when-he-stops-playing-messis-mother-recalls-late-fathers-heartbreaking-words-1.500658706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/imtra8sy/Messi-with-his-mother-and-father Retirement and loss collide as Messi’s mother recalls Jorge’s haunting question https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/imtra8sy/Messi-with-his-mother-and-father Gulf News en 2026-09-01T05:30:00.000+04:00 "What am I going to do when he stops playing?" Messi’s mother recalls late father's heartbreaking words Football, football https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/teaching-children-to-be-human-in-the-age-of-ai-1.500655672 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/c3nxi5ro/katja-ano-7ceGXTAtyQ-unsplash.jpg The real question is whether, amid algorithms and artificial intelligence, children will retain the qualities that make us distinctly human - empathy, compassion, curiosity, courage, kindness, discernment, resilience, patience and the ability to form meaningful relationships. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T05:12:00.000+04:00 Teaching children to be human in the age of AI Op-Eds, Education, Technology, AI, technology, AI in education https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-stay-at-home-indian-mom-to-global-clean-comedy-force-zarna-gargs-unapologetic-rise-at-50-and-bond-with-director-karan-johar-1.500657976 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/amh88bos/ZARNA-GARG66.jpg Stay-at-home mum turned global comic Zarna Garg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/0bt7kjza/ZARNA-GARG-2.jpg Zarna Garg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/0v4xnhrg/ZARNA-GARG-1.jpg Zarna Garg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-28/9yr5khys/newsml_afp_com_20260527T000000Z_PH_GTY_2278555025.jpeg Ella Hunt, Charlie Grandy, Mindy Kaling and Zarna Garg attend Hulu's "Not Suitable For Work" Advanced Screening and Conversation at 92NY on May 27, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/d52luk68/newsml_afp_com_20260527T000000Z_PH_GTY_2278547598.jpeg Zarna Garg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T05:00:00.000+04:00 From stay-at-home Indian mom to global clean-comedy force: Zarna Garg’s unapologetic rise at 50 and bond with director Karan Johar Entertainment, UAE, India, Americas, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-rain-fog-and-blowing-dust-forecast-in-days-ahead-1.500658693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/rj7qaldp/Rain Unsettled conditions expected to continue through the end of the week. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE weather: Rain, fog and blowing dust forecast in days ahead Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-strongly-condemns-iranian-attack-on-uae-1.500658748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/lsxxu3vm/Bahrain-Flag Bahrain has strongly condemned and denounced Iran's hostile attack on the UAE using a drone on Monday. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T04:24:28.368+04:00 Bahrain strongly condemns Iranian attack on UAE Bahrain, UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-revokes-citizenship-of-indian-origin-man-convicted-of-rape-fraudulently-obtained-citizenship-will-not-protect-criminals-from-justice-1.500658744 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/2anpb130/ANI_20260831210721.jpg US Attorney General Todd Blanche (File Photo/Reuters) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/9jhsh6vh/US-naturalisation.jpg US Attorney General Todd Blanche and Gurmeet Singh Gulf News en 2026-09-01T04:20:18.991+04:00 US revokes citizenship of Indian-origin man convicted of rape: 'Fraudulently obtained citizenship will not protect criminals from justice' Americas, India https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-champion-linda-noskova-is-back-in-grand-slam-mode-at-the-us-open-1.500658591 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/u47i31au/preview.jpg Linda Noskova, of the Czech Republic, returns the ball to Katie Volynets, of the United States, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) Gulf News en 2026-09-01T03:45:38.041+04:00 Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova is back in Grand Slam mode at the US Open linda noskova wimbledon us open https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/woman-shot-by-police-after-stabbing-two-people-in-new-york-reports-1.500658739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/27/Time-Square-in-New-York-during-daytime._18419fe1a75_large.jpg Times Square in New York during daytime. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T03:43:26.727+04:00 Woman shot by police after stabbing two people in New York: reports Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/what-we-know-about-the-us-venezuela-oil-agreement-1.500658749 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/yerz1sn9/newsml_afp_com_20260212T211013Z_doc_97bc89j.jpeg This handout picture released by the Venezuelan Presidency shows Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodriguez (C), US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright (L), US diplomatic mission to Venezuela, Laura Farnsworth Dogu (R), and workers from the state oil company Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) during a visit to the Orinoco oil belt in southern Venezuela on February 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-09-01T03:38:02.097+04:00 What we know about the US-Venezuela oil agreement Energy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-vows-to-hit-iran-hard-after-tehran-retaliates-for-us-larak-strike-1.500658751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-07/zo5bgq6o/Trump-Mojtaba.webp US President Donald Trump and Iran's Supreme Leader Mojataba Khamenei Gulf News en 2026-09-01T03:03:10.168+04:00 Trump vows to ‘hit Iran hard’ after Tehran retaliates for US Larak strike Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/hili-forum-2026-registration-opens-60-speakers-35-nations-1.500658704 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/mxd7jjhk/14.jpg Gulf News en 2026-09-01T00:25:21.228+04:00 Hili Forum 2026: Registration opens, 60 speakers, 35+ nations UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/emirati-women-take-leading-roles-at-difc-courts-as-women-make-up-62-per-cent-of-workforce-1.500658680 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/b39zczuj/c88341cf-7502-429b-8078-7d8c4f71eb87.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T23:13:17.281+04:00 Emirati women take leading roles at DIFC Courts as women make up 62 per cent of workforce UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-is-my-us-open-pick-tim-henman-1.500658677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-01/xrrx5bkh/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288642866.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates after winning a women's singles match against Naomi Osaka of Japan on day six of the Mubadala DC Open 2026 at William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center on August 01, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T23:09:38.214+04:00 Alex Eala is my US Open pick: Tim Henman Tennis, Filipina tennis player, Philippines, Tennis, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-sends-second-aircraft-of-urgent-relief-for-flood-landslide-victims-in-nepal-1.500658648 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/3on17ojs/nepal-aid Gulf News en 2026-08-31T23:02:24.055+04:00 UAE sends second aircraft of urgent relief for flood, landslide victims in Nepal UAE, World https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistan-drop-seven-players-two-coaches-ahead-of-3rd-test-1.500658662 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/3w2faez2/newsml_afp_com_20260830T111712Z_doc_c6ud7m8.jpeg England's Ollie Robinson appeals successfully for a LBW decision against Pakistan's Azan Awais on day four of the second test match between England and Pakistan at Lord's cricket ground in London on August 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T22:48:35.840+04:00 Pakistan drop seven players, two coaches ahead of 3rd Test Cricket, cricket, Pakistan, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/anna-hazare-admitted-to-icu-in-mumbai-1.500658623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/u3fjused/202607183869175.jpg Anna Hazare Gulf News en 2026-08-31T21:46:19.458+04:00 Anna Hazare admitted to ICU in Mumbai India https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-al-maleh-festival-sales-top-dh14-million-as-visitor-numbers-jump-30-1.500658481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/s8h1blrt/PHOTO-2026-08-31-18-12-56.jpg Sharjah Al Maleh and Fishing Festival 2026 records Dh1.4m in sales as visitor numbers surge 30%, boosting UAE maritime heritage and traditional industries. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T21:40:00.756+04:00 Sharjah Al Maleh Festival sales top Dh1.4 million as visitor numbers jump 30% UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/saudi-delhi-air-india-express-flight-makes-emergency-landing-in-ahmedabad-1.500658576 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-01/7671x274/Air-India-Express-3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:47:04.730+04:00 Saudi-Delhi Air India Express flight makes emergency landing in Ahmedabad Aviation, India, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/how-america-s-new-precision-missile-appears-to-have-left-a-deadly-trail-in-iran-1.500658445 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/qyakwcsd/srpm.gif The US military has confirmed using the new missile in Iran for the first time during the war but denies firing PrSMs — or any other weapons — at Lamerd. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:42:15.444+04:00 How America’s new ‘precision’ missile appears to have left a deadly trail in Iran Mena, Americas, americas, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-hardik-pandyas-new-look-leaves-fans-amused-1.500658561 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-02/z9k64bz5/newsml_afp_com_20250302T123151Z_doc_36yy92e.jpeg India's Hardik Pandya leaves the field afte being dismissed during the ICC Champions Trophy one-day international (ODI) cricket match between New Zealand and India at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on March 2, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:41:53.899+04:00 Watch: Hardik Pandya’s new look leaves fans amused Cricket, Lifestyle, cricket, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/saudia-to-launch-direct-muscat-riyadh-flights-from-october-27-1.500658383 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/3dr11zcb/Aircraft-Deliveries4.jpeg Saudia will operate three weekly flights on the Muscat-Riyadh route. The new service will provide travellers with additional direct connections between the two capitals and further strengthen air connectivity between Oman and Saudi Arabia. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:34:43.093+04:00 Saudia to launch direct Muscat-Riyadh flights from October 27 Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/explosion-at-india-firecracker-factory-kills-11-1.500658521 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-08/i2w14ijk/BLAST_IMG.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:28:10.010+04:00 Explosion at India firecracker factory kills 11 India https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/driver-arrested-for-sexually-assaulting-three-year-old-in-delhi-1.500658539 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/w08hc2k9/202608313924383.jpg 3-year-old nursery student sexually assaulted at Delhi school; bus driver arrested Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:18:00.382+04:00 Driver arrested for sexually assaulting three-year-old in Delhi India https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/tumi-alpha-bravo-review-this-premium-backpack-makes-most-sense-beyond-the-school-run-1.500652319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/ywcv142x/tumibag-1.png Student carrying a Black Tumi Alpha backpack through a school hallway Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:00:00.000+04:00 TUMI Alpha Bravo review: this premium backpack makes most sense beyond the school run Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/podcasts/gn-talks/exploring-the-future-of-global-payments-with-eficyent-1.500658456 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/p3trioad/GNTALKS-Web-THUMBNAIL.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T20:00:00.000+04:00 Exploring the future of global payments with EFICYENT GN Talks, podcast-post https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/lionel-messi-announces-retirement-from-argentina-national-team-1.500658474 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/lkfjugaj/13.jpg Lionel Messi Gulf News en 2026-08-31T19:22:04.076+04:00 Lionel Messi announces retirement from Argentina national team Football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/raped-hung-from-a-tree-burnt-social-media-influencer-manjit-was-pregnant-at-time-of-assault-1.500658457 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/9vrscfz5/manjeet-kaur-image-credit-instagram.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-31T19:15:26.640+04:00 Raped, hung from a tree, burnt: Social media influencer Manjit was pregnant at time of assault Entertainment, India https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/pakistan-says-welcomes-hague-decision-on-water-sharing-treaty-with-india-1.500658428 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/mo0lzzfe/Stock_court_justice_judge_1783bb92c82_original_ratio.jpg Pakistan welcomed on Monday a decision by an international tribunal that a landmark water-sharing treaty remained in force, despite India's suspension of its participation. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T18:47:08.675+04:00 Pakistan says welcomes Hague decision on water-sharing treaty with India India, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/us-vows-to-keep-economic-pressure-on-iran-as-g20-finance-talks-begin-1.500657776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/8730if6e/newsml_afp_com_20260831T141509Z_doc_c6wx2yv.jpeg US Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent and US Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh are displayed on a TV screen as they speak during the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ meeting in Asheville, North Carolina, on August 31, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T18:42:18.924+04:00 US vows to keep economic pressure on Iran as G20 finance talks begin World, Business https://gulfnews.com/technology/starlink-sells-like-hotcakes-in-the-uae-how-to-get-it-what-it-costs-where-it-works-1.500657988 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-08/udgvpc33/Starlink The 10-year licence for SpaceX’s Starlink service in the UAE marks a milestone. The satellite constellation brings broadband internet to remote and “underserved” areas of the world, or where traditional terrestrial networks are unavailable. In the UAE, it adds a space-based layer to the national digital infrastructure, complementing terrestrial fibre-optic and 5G network https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ybiamuw6/Starlink-Mini-Kit-Starlink-Standard-Kit-Gen-3-Bundle-Portable-and-Residential-Satellite-Internet-System-International2bc43df2-fc89-42ef-b0ce-a57d18b00a5e.77e84a150ef4476b1e05912da3a2e308.avif A "Starlink Mini" kit (left), and a Starlink Standard Kit Gen 3 bundle portable and residential satellite internet system (right). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/mkoxthfu/Starlink Satellite internet can now be offered to individuals under Starlink's new UAE licence. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T18:32:21.001+04:00 Starlink 'sells like hotcakes' in the UAE: How to get it, what it costs, where it works Technology, Markets, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-rooney-cole-the-biggest-deadline-day-transfers-1.500658392 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/89zckmh6/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-31-2026-062613-PM.png The transfer deadline-day can offer some huge surprises https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/7xd36j4l/Ronaldo__181c906448c_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/fy440vdu/1_16a08386508_1980117_652282857_16a08386508_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/i8zdbk5q/1_16a07fc6f3d_704781_1686899130_16a07fc6f3d_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ihs5bnx8/33.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/t6ashg8e/newsml_afp_com_20120725T000000Z_PH_GTY_149347531.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T18:30:37.699+04:00 Ronaldo, Rooney, Cole: The biggest deadline-day transfers Sport, Football, football, premier league, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/uae/win-up-to-dh40000-in-prizes-with-your-nol-card-heres-how-1.500658390 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/15/rta-nol-card-for-discounts-for-students-1728992439304_1928ffaec22_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T18:25:38.047+04:00 Win up to Dh40,000 in prizes with your nol card - here's how UAE, Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-hospitality-groups-unite-to-tackle-environmental-challenges-1.500658370 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ynkx96eu/SAS05735.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/go4jsjfb/SAS05590.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/1z60c8t1/SAS05460.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T18:24:13.387+04:00 UAE hospitality groups unite to tackle environmental challenges UAE, Tourism, Environment https://gulfnews.com/uae/filipino-expat-in-uae-for-17-years-wins-dh25000-from-big-ticket-abu-dhabi-1.500658387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/2dqkeg55/Jay-Michael-Peralta-Gines.jpeg Jay Michael Peralta Gines Gulf News en 2026-08-31T18:20:18.264+04:00 Filipino expat in UAE for 17 years wins Dh25,000 from Big Ticket Abu Dhabi UAE, Philippines, India, UAE, Indian expats, Bangladesh, Philippines, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-fuel-prices-how-much-less-are-you-paying-this-september-than-earlier-this-year-1.500658346 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/10/16/1_16a0852d84d.2290569_1058327768_16a0852d84d_large.jpg Since the UAE deregulated fuel prices in 2015, monthly adjustments have followed global oil market trends. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:59:50.938+04:00 UAE fuel prices: How much less are you paying this September than earlier this year? Energy, Markets, Living-Transport, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/daayra-trailer-review-kareena-kapoor-khan-and-prithviraj-sukumaran-play-conflicted-cops-in-meghna-gulzars-thriller-1.500658336 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/2slo4lav/newsml_afp_com_20260831T082910Z_doc_c6vt4an.jpeg Bollywood actors Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor attend the trailer launch of their upcoming Hindi-language film 'Daayra’ in Mumbai on August 31, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/p51wgxem/ANI_20260827131827.jpg Filmmaker Meghna Gulzar with Kareena Kapoor, Prithviraj Sukumaran (Photo/Instagram@meghnagulzar) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:55:37.108+04:00 Daayra trailer review: Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran play conflicted cops in Meghna Gulzar’s thriller Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-sharjah-evening-traffic-update-heavy-delays-hit-major-roads-1.500658343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/7hn18n3c/gulfnews2026-07-14xxg8l00qgulfnews2026-02-18deth93ekgulfnews2026-02-12h90geoevWhatsApp-Image-2026-02-12-at-7.52.34-AM.avif For illustrative purposes only. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/5ph5bsnj/aug31.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:52:54.657+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah evening traffic update: Heavy delays hit major roads Transport, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-sets-300-metre-buffer-for-group-housing-near-schools-hospitals-1.500658230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/3gv5og1g/Saudi-schools-and-hospitals.webp New Saudi regulations mandate group housing to be at least 300m from schools and hospitals, with density limits, road access and dedicated parking for residents. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:46:57.775+04:00 Saudi Arabia sets 300-metre buffer for group housing near schools, hospitals Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/jurors-in-lindsay-clancy-trial-deliberating-for-a-third-day-in-child-killings-case-1.500658258 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/jtobmvc7/preview.jpg Lindsay Clancy watches jurors enter the courtroom for their second day of deliberations as defense attorney Kevin Reddington sits to her right at Plymouth Superior Court in Plymouth, Mass., Friday, Aug. 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:45:44.090+04:00 Jurors in Lindsay Clancy trial deliberating for a third day in child killings case Lindsay Clancy trial deliberations https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/mother-suffers-burns-while-giving-birth-in-prague-hospital-1.500658327 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-07/q6l93doj/Empty-hospital-bed Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:37:15.234+04:00 Mother suffers burns while giving birth in Prague hospital Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/ronaldo-closes-in-on-1000-djokovic-stunned-germany-crowned-winners-and-losers-of-the-week-1.500658265 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/jhpohab3/winners-and-losers-of-the-past-week-in-Sports Winners and losers of the week https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/jhpohab3/winners-and-losers-of-the-past-week-in-Sports Winners and losers of the week https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/n2ulxrhy/newsml_afp_com_20260828T192741Z_doc_c6rh4w7.jpeg Nassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo (L) celebrates with his teammates after he scored the team's second goal during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Taawoun at the Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh on August 28, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/jw0nfpf6/202608313924770.jpg Meet Mariano Navone - the Argentine player who upset Novak Djokovic in round 1 of US Open in New York on Monday (IST). Photo credit: US Open https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/0u1ty3rm/preview.jpg Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes celebrates after scoring his side's third goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Ipswich Town in Manchester, England, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/pb52bfj0/newsml_afp_com_20260830T172706Z_doc_c6v42lx.jpeg Germany's players celebrate on the podium after winning the 2026 FIH Men's Hockey World Cup Final match between Spain and Germany at the Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre on August 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/8ks1vm8g/newsml_afp_com_20260830T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292778518.jpeg Novak Djokovic of Serbia struggles in his match against Mariano Navone of Argentina during their Men's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2026 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 30, 2026 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/w20uhpez/preview.jpg Newcastle United's Anthony Elanga celebrates scoring their side's first goal during the British Premier League soccer match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur, in London, Saturday Aug. 29, 2026. (John Walton/PA via AP) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/suonzcmi/newsml_afp_com_20260830T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292743828.jpeg Viktor Hovland of Norway reacts on the 13th green during the final round of the TOUR Championship 2026 at East Lake Golf Club on August 30, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:35:51.879+04:00 Ronaldo closes in on 1000, Djokovic stunned, Germany crowned: Winners and losers of the week Football, football https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-toll-surges-as-rescuers-struggle-through-unimaginable-disaster-1.500657579 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/lnllaodh/newsml_afp_com_20260831T091704Z_doc_c6vz6kr.jpeg Nepal's army personnel carry the bodies of deceased flood victims during a search operation along the Narayani river at Bharatpur in Nepal's Chitwan district on August 31, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/khm6ijyl/newsml_afp_com_20260831T080807Z_doc_c6vw7cq.jpeg This handout photograph taken and released by Nepal's Prime Minister Secretariat on August 31, 2026 shows Nepali soldiers inspecting inside a tunnel to rescue workers after flash floods at Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Project in Rasuwa district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/qygvqcso/newsml_afp_com_20260831T065140Z_doc_c6vp28v.jpeg Residents sit beside debris as they salvage belongings following flash floods at Devighat in Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 31, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/m6o7168j/newsml_afp_com_20260831T045220Z_doc_c6vm469.jpeg Rescue work continue in the aftermath of flash floods at Trishuli Center in Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 31, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/egjeyusi/newsml_afp_com_20260831T090231Z_doc_c6vz6kj.jpeg Nepal's army personnel return from a search operation with the bodies of deceased flood victims at Bharatpur in Nepal's Chitwan district on August 31, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:25:47.980+04:00 Nepal toll surges as rescuers struggle through 'unimaginable' disaster Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-august-31-1.500658298 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/inpok6sp/images.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:25:07.040+04:00 US-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know tonight, August 31 UAE, Mena, Dubai, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/friday/art-people/bug-bounty-switzerland-becomes-signalfisher-1.500658304 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/w2gmld52/SignalFisherCEOSandroNafzger.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:11:48.697+04:00 Bug Bounty Switzerland becomes SignalFisher Friday-Art-People, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/twins-delivered-alive-after-mothers-death-in-egypt-hospital-emergency-1.500658241 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/hv8k91or/Twins.webp Egyptian doctors deliver twins alive after mother’s cardiac arrest, highlighting lifesaving emergency care and the importance of rapid maternal intervention. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:04:08.959+04:00 Twins delivered alive after mother's death in Egypt hospital emergency Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/indian-tax-rules-put-overseas-wealth-under-closer-scrutiny-1.500658273 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/l5ptlew7/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:03:21.194+04:00 Indian tax rules put overseas wealth under closer scrutiny Company News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/tokenised-finance-enters-infrastructure-era-says-co-founder-ceo-of-finvasia-group-and-dealing-1.500658266 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pevccw0g/Tajinder-Virk-Co-Founder-and-CEO-Finvasia-Group-and-Dealing.jpeg Tajinder Virk, Co-Founder and CEO, Finvasia Group and Dealing Gulf News en 2026-08-31T17:03:15.201+04:00 Tokenised finance enters infrastructure era, says Co-Founder & CEO of Finvasia Group and Dealing GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-korean-actor-lee-yong-joo-dies-at-44-after-cardiac-arrest-blue-tower-co-stars-pay-emotional-tributes-1.500658264 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/in9kc9ry/leeyong.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:55:26.608+04:00 South Korean actor Lee Yong-joo dies at 44 after cardiac arrest, Blue Tower co-stars pay emotional tributes Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/plan-your-next-move-ai-driven-degrees-and-scholarships-for-september-2026-1.500658234 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/nbl9l5uf/University-listing.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/9jnltt93/Gulf_Medical_University_191a297f7f3_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/arzqk24c/Lincoln.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/rlofndqq/Symbiosis.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/nhjo4bmq/Thumbay.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/phndjrs0/University-of-DubaiCampus.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:52:34.668+04:00 Plan your next move: AI-driven degrees and scholarships for September 2026 GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/can-you-say-björksnäs-al-futtaim-ikea-is-putting-your-swedish-pronunciation-to-the-test-1.500653843 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/waqg20lb/1110x625IKEABacktoSchool.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/gt695c6c/Al-Futtaim-IKEA-BTS-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/z4i398jg/Al-Futtaim-IKEA-BTS3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:44:12.421+04:00 Can you say BJÖRKSNÄS? Al-Futtaim IKEA is putting your Swedish pronunciation to the test UAE, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/watch-airlink-jets-dramatic-low-flypast-over-cape-town-stadium-sparks-debate-1.500658250 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/1af1ktkd/South-Africa-flypast Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:37:04.255+04:00 Watch: Airlink jets’ dramatic low flypast over Cape Town stadium sparks debate World, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/university-of-dubai-embark-on-a-journey-towards-excellence-1.500658214 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pcyhhjfv/University-of-DubaiStudents.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:36:20.391+04:00 University of Dubai: Embark on a journey towards excellence GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/tcmaih-preparing-professionals-to-contribute-to-tech-enabled-health-systems-1.500658179 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/exmqp33j/Prof.-Amir-Zeid-Dean-TCMAIH.jpg Professor Amir Zeid, Dean, TCMAIH Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:36:08.817+04:00 TCMAIH: Preparing professionals to contribute to tech-enabled health systems GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/kashmirs-first-international-film-festival-to-screen-135-films-1.500658211 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/8okgwvq8/shutterstock2044050329.jpg A view of Dal Lake in winter, with the mountains forming a scenic backdrop in Srinagar, Kashmir; a proposed floating cinema on the lake is set to be a major attraction at the festival. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/svpf1ifz/RAAA.jpg The Alia Bhatt starrer Raazi IN 2018. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/ndyk4276/newsml_afp_com_20260707T160559Z_doc_b9jb2vj.jpeg A tourist enjoys a shikara boat ride at sunset on Dal Lake in Srinagar. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:31:44.327+04:00 Kashmir’s first international film festival to screen 135 films BollyWood, India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/glee-star-naya-riveras-son-josey-10-makes-film-debut-alongside-dad-ryan-dorsey-six-years-after-her-death-1.500658226 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/jsxvdulf/TAB_200714_Naya_Rivera1_1594711880236_1734c3c322d_original_ratio.jpg Naya Rivera with her son Josey Hollis Dorsey in a file photo Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:28:28.829+04:00 Glee star Naya Rivera's son Josey, 10, makes film debut alongside dad Ryan Dorsey, six years after her death Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/r-ashwin-to-replace-stephen-fleming-as-csk-coach-here-is-what-he-said-1.500658208 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/06wcr7px/Ashwin R Ashwin addresses CSK head coach links ahead of IPL 2027 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/06wcr7px/Ashwin R Ashwin addresses CSK head coach links ahead of IPL 2027 Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:19:41.378+04:00 R Ashwin to replace Stephen Fleming as CSK coach? Here is what he said Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/inside-a-uae-classroom-on-the-first-morning-back-how-uae-teachers-handle-school-nerves-1.500658194 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/5jfa7shb/7df8c9a7-3f39-4b01-8e9b-a819feada9cd.jpg The first day back is a small emotional event for thousands of families across the Emirates, and it lands differently on every child. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/zir9u8fx/f11af2bd-a2fb-44dc-b1db-531beb5086a8.jpg Balaji Anbanathan, his son Tuhinbala, starting Year 3 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/rkkc8ifd/73e0a1c8-df76-48e0-b5a2-f13706988577.jpg Juhi Varma of class 1C consoling a crying girl https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/wryzksux/ae56c212-df69-46fd-9fac-ad313ed979a7.jpg Vice Principal Kamran Ajmal of North Gate British School in Ajman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/0yg0ivaj/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-7.32.09-AM.jpeg Four-year-old Zad Hassan started FS2 today, his first day of school in his life. His father, Hassan Mohyeldin, had been counting down with him. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/f3fawzhf/4f974c9f-88c6-4d67-a183-5d142b88944c.jpg Mahmood Fida is a restorative behaviour teacher, working mainly with secondary boys, and his brief is not punishment. It is diagnosis. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/qq661fe2/7fd39b15-09c9-40fb-8d85-0eac391f9b40.jpg Yunus (right) and Hayyam. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:17:25.795+04:00 Inside a UAE classroom on the first morning back: How UAE teachers handle school nerves Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-refers-71-suspects-to-criminal-court-over-major-farm-and-livestock-corruption-scheme-1.500658193 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/h3m5zzjs/download.webp The alleged offences involved 71 defendants, including public-sector employees Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:15:55.494+04:00 Kuwait refers 71 suspects to criminal court over major farm and livestock corruption scheme Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/gulf-news-edufair-dubai-returns-in-october-with-leading-universities-and-study-options-1.500658128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/sgo4fza8/NAT-260509-Edufair-Crowd-2-VSAKLANI-5.jpg Families turn out in large numbers at Edufair’s May edition to explore higher education opportunities https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/9t2pnfs3/1200x900EdufairDXBOCT2026.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:15:03.297+04:00 Gulf News Edufair Dubai returns in October with leading universities and study options Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/which-international-airlines-are-flying-to-the-uae-latest-dubai-abu-dhabi-flight-update-1.500658207 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-27/cbdag8rb/Dubai-International-Airport International airlines are gradually restoring flights to the UAE, although several carriers continue to suspend or reduce services to Dubai and Abu Dhabi amid ongoing regional security concerns. 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https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/277o3apv/29d9c499-c9d5-4957-9825-90ed4d00e633.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/d8sc66ho/c5184379_6755_4b94_837f_baad9d18be09.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/nqt4ei2d/276f083d-6c4a-48fa-a2bf-b13e77dbdcc8.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/8yo8nk33/af78b9d7-5919-4303-ab03-d8874d58b40d.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/50fyxmkx/1f25ed77-a8fb-4c77-9934-d7cbbd2cccfc.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/2at2jbiy/35f78d92_4617_4734_aa98_43c7b6e6b42c.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/toywbbb4/Sunmarke-School-BTS-2026-3.jpg.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/615hqjdd/be03aede_884e_485d_9b65_047ef99023cb.jpg Gillian Hammond, Principal of Aspen Heights British School https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/65qvxjxs/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_31_at_10_34_07_AM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/y0ui47df/8e2b0f5d-6fc3-4c08-ba55-603c6b8bce09.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/tuxkq15d/e33ac9a4-553a-48dd-8524-883e6efcf121.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/vj24moyd/778534ae-e8a2-4dc9-91fa-0ef0e9aa00df.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ytonp95o/97a536e0-1cd3-4fc1-ac93-2b77d0c434ad.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/twcjw262/19f6c93d-0389-46d5-bb86-307380c386b4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ta1xpfux/8f816c46-2f48-4e04-90aa-990280b4d657.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/5b6cfxrx/2ffba3c5-9bc8-4561-aa3c-2fd09eb3879c.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/9kalyqxf/ce6fb9fb-a02d-4d30-94b3-fc9452526671.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pncb9wnw/6d20f09b_13f1_4fdb_bd0d_c0cd4f3767b4.jpg Principal Lee W. Dabagia Jr https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/hcl87pew/d90ab0c3-cdaa-47f7-a441-d734bbc52b2d.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/e6c530zy/19f10683-d933-4471-92d3-00581f1ee1d5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/z6nslseo/4e4f46ab-354c-4c8a-a8f9-c978fe90acac.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/z2ertlue/661f99b6-3771-4229-bb0b-3b53e6aa830c.jpg Deepika Thapar Singh, CEO and Principal of Credence High School https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/auaxqy9m/2fbc99bc-14d3-4308-ad3e-26e356dfb77c.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:01:00.437+04:00 UAE back to school 2026: Live updates as record 1.27 million students return to classrooms UAE schools, back to school, school reopening, UAE students, 2026 school year, Dubai schools, Abu Dhabi schools, school live updates, UAE education, classroom return, school term start, UAE school news, Gulf schools, school enrollment, academic year https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-pull-up-bars-on-amazonae-2026-5-doorway-trainers-for-home-workouts-1.500652568 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/lmprbrkr/pullupbars-1.png Home workout using different doorway pull-up bar setups Gulf News en 2026-08-31T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best pull-up bars on Amazon.ae 2026: 5 doorway trainers for home workouts Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/gcc-secretary-general-condemns-in-strongest-terms-iranian-aggression-against-uae-using-drone-1.500658161 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/yf4tm9yb/mdk06r041ka1787po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T15:50:11.714+04:00 GCC Secretary General condemns in strongest terms Iranian aggression against UAE using drone UAE, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/technology/chatgpt-becomes-first-ai-chatbot-to-face-tougher-eu-rules-1.500658078 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/s5krf8g6/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T15:39:37.880+04:00 ChatGPT becomes first AI chatbot to face tougher EU rules Technology https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-airways-launches-beyond-borders-campaign-as-abu-dhabi-airline-targets-150-destinations-1.500658153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/wobqxzoy/EY-BBPress-Release-Media-PackSupporting-Images1.jpg Etihad Airways launches its ‘Beyond Borders’ campaign, highlighting Abu Dhabi’s ambitions and the airline’s next phase of global growth. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/fq9u0mqa/Etihad-AirwaysBrandBeyond-Borders-Intergrated-Campaign-2026Press-Releaseretouched6.jpg Etihad Airways’ new ‘Beyond Borders’ campaign highlights the journeys of people who pushed beyond the familiar to achieve their ambitions. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T15:38:00.425+04:00 Etihad Airways launches ‘Beyond Borders’ campaign as Abu Dhabi airline targets 150 destinations Aviation, Travel, Etihad Airways, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/symbiosis-dubai-brings-55-years-of-indian-academic-excellence-to-a-global-campus-1.500658141 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/02d3tdme/Symbiosis.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T15:27:58.022+04:00 Symbiosis Dubai brings 55 years of Indian academic excellence to a global campus GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/swiss-man-arrested-over-deadly-rave-shooting-police-1.500658126 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/7vv28257/newsml_afp_com_20260830T171959Z_doc_c6v26pf.jpeg Head of Operations in Aargau Canton Police, Matthias Schildknecht delivers a press conference in Schafisheim, northern Switzerland on 30 August 2026, following a shooting at a rave in Aarau. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T15:27:46.407+04:00 Swiss man arrested over deadly rave shooting: police World https://gulfnews.com/business/dubai-air-cargo-surges-53-as-e-commerce-shipments-soar-1.500658119 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-02/b2fj77t8/Emirates-skycargo Dubai Customs recorded a 53% surge in air cargo customs transactions in H1 2026, processing 18.2 million transactions as e-commerce and shipment volumes continued to rise. Image of Emirates SkyCargo used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T15:09:28.059+04:00 Dubai air cargo surges 53% as e-commerce shipments soar Business, Aviation, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-president-to-school-students-you-are-the-future-of-this-nation-1.500658068 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/3ytilc4s/MBZ Sheikh Mohamed encouraged students to make positive use of AI and technology, placing digital skills alongside learning and national identity as priorities for the next generation. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T15:00:19.904+04:00 UAE President to school students: You are the future of this nation Education https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/could-pakistan-restrict-social-media-for-under-16s-court-seeks-answers-1.500658095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-19/fqr3x4ll/preview.jpg The petition, filed by Waqas Nasir through advocates Muhammad Jalal Haider and Yahya Farid Khawaja, seeks an effective age-verification system for social media accounts used by children under 16. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:57:08.326+04:00 Could Pakistan restrict social media for under-16s? Court seeks answers Pakistan, Pakistan, social media https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/gulf-medical-university-where-the-world-comes-to-learn-3-1.500658099 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/9jnltt93/Gulf_Medical_University_191a297f7f3_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:51:46.510+04:00 Gulf Medical University: Where the world comes to learn GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/no-ash-no-gym-badges-new-pokémon-film-follows-a-card-player-and-mimikyu-the-first-film-in-seven-years-1.500658086 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/1ye5pomo/HRBfBU5X0AAkx3D.webp Pokémon: Wild Card was unveiled on Sunday night during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:49:20.330+04:00 No Ash, no gym badges: New Pokémon film follows a card player and Mimikyu, the first film in seven years Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/etihad-rail-dubai-station-opening-september-2026-1.500658070 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/l6a2rx36/STAFFNew_Etihad_Rail_Dubai_Station1784214341638.jpg Etihad rail Dubai station nearing completion. Photo: Ahmad Alotbi/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-20/7v5oucoa/STAFFNAT_260120_Etihad_Rail_Station_VSAKLANI_31768908647476.jpg Under construction Etihad rail station close to Jumeirah Golf Estates Dubai metro station. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/3ppnj9h3/STAFFNew_Etihad_Rail_Dubai_Station_41784214350022.jpg A footbridge under construction linking Etihad rail Dubai station to Dubai metro Jumeirah Golf Estates station. Photo: Ahmad Alotbi/Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:49:10.908+04:00 Etihad Rail Dubai station: One month to go – here’s what to expect Living-Transport, Transport, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/arts-culture/adihex-2026-rare-falcon-sells-for-dh11-million-in-abu-dhabi-1.500658080 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/8f7e4ght/IMG6781.jpeg Pure Gyr Ultra White falcon draws fierce bidding as rare collectibles attract crowds. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/4kw9ghpg/IMG6776.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:46:29.304+04:00 ADIHEX 2026: Rare falcon sells for Dh1.1 million in Abu Dhabi Arts Culture https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/lubm-expands-gcc-footprint-and-future-ready-degrees-to-match-evolving-workforce-needs-1.500658073 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/to17v0i0/Lincoln-University.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:39:46.627+04:00 LUBM expands GCC footprint and future-ready degrees to match evolving workforce needs GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/sonali-kulkarni-on-being-cast-as-salman-khans-mother-despite-being-9-years-younger-i-cant-be-playing-this-role-1.500658069 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/afma48wa/Salman178816928496517881692851311b6d6121-17c6-4255-80a4-6d98e48f9c88.jpg.webp Sonali Kulkarni is nine years younger than Salman Khan. In Ali Abbas Zafar's 2019 film Bharat, she played his mother. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ukwuw7q6/cs1ugcpg_sonali_625x300_17_March_23_jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:39:22.775+04:00 Sonali Kulkarni on being cast as Salman Khan's mother despite being 9 years younger: 'I can't be playing this role' BollyWood, Entertainment, Salman Khan https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uaes-renewable-energy-capacity-grows-more-than-6000-in-10-years-1.500658052 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/3fu7bj5k/Energy Clean energy accounted for 32.4 percent of electricity generation in 2025, with the UAE targeting a 35 percent share by 2031. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:33:29.688+04:00 UAE’s renewable energy capacity grows more than 6,000% in 10 years Energy, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-tops-world-airport-rankings-with-868-million-international-seats-in-september-1.500658042 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/an8kwndy/dxb The figure is equivalent to about 8.68 million seats across arriving and departing flights. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:25:39.816+04:00 Dubai tops world airport rankings with 8.68 million international seats in September Aviation, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/from-campus-to-gisec-global-school-of-cyber-defense-returns-for-2026-in-collaboration-with-dubai-electronic-security-center-1.500657968 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ng6op489/Tech.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:20:25.269+04:00 From campus to GISEC Global: School of Cyber Defense returns for 2026 in collaboration with Dubai Electronic Security Center Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/novak-djokovics-body-has-given-up-will-he-follow-suit-1.500658032 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/j0xkcwl4/newsml_afp_com_20260830T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292778630.jpeg Novak Djokovic thanks the fans after his five set loss against Mariano Navone of Argentina during their Men's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2026 US Open. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:08:43.762+04:00 Novak Djokovic’s body has given up, will he follow suit? Tennis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/jaya-bachchan-warned-arshad-warsis-wife-maria-before-marriage-your-love-has-to-be-beyond-normal-1.500658018 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/vc6linvh/ANI_20260817112508.jpg Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan (File Photo/ANI) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:04:36.818+04:00 Jaya Bachchan warned Arshad Warsi's wife Maria before marriage: 'Your love has to be beyond normal' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/indias-got-latent-star-sharon-verma-rajat-chauhan-and-more-four-months-of-indian-stand-up-in-dubai-1.500658015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ovtd1toh/COLLAGE-OF-ALL-THE-ARTIST-copy.png Comedy Box Office returns to Dubai this month for its seventh season, spread across four months and four bills at Emirates International Theatre, with Sharon Verma closing the run in December in her first live performance in the city. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/75plymvu/image001-2.png Rajat Chauhan, Anmol Garg,Siddhartha Shetty https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/vj8nbr3a/image002.png Onkar Yadav, Shreya Priyam Roy,Pranav Sharma https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/9a6wqypp/Jaspreet_high_def_image.jpg Jaspreet Singh https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/8dr9wjqy/images_30.jpeg Sharon Verma Gulf News en 2026-08-31T14:00:49.255+04:00 India's Got Latent star Sharon Verma, Rajat Chauhan and more: four months of Indian stand-up in Dubai Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-us-trade-fire-why-tehran-s-hardliners-think-they-can-outlast-trump-1.500658002 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/orw39jfn/newsml_afp_com_20260705T062440Z_doc_b9al8u6.jpeg Iran’s Revolutionary Guards chief amid supporters. Tehran’s hardliners believe Iran’s survival through six months of war shows it can continue resisting US pressure rather than compromise. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:54:28.252+04:00 Iran-US trade fire again: Why Tehran’s hardliners think they can outlast Trump Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Iran, americas, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/beyond-the-big-names-10-underrated-anime-series-you-can-finish-in-a-weekend-1.500657922 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/mdxfeltn/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-25.png These ten are mostly short, all complete, and none of them will ask you for a 200-episode commitment. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/p0d3y332/images-26.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/54pu1npk/G619XVNEY-backdropwide.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/i4v9tdxx/erased-1.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/rtwu0wkm/article-planetes-main.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/gz5wrula/images-27.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/y3i4m7ml/images-28.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/nebv7pzr/MV5BN2MzY2IwMDMtMGFmYy00MzNlLTk2MjgtYTRlZjQxNTIwZGMwXkEyXkFqcGc.V1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/s81vypmr/2d51ad6b447ed283f8d1a84541f601543acc9ee9823d6d4205484411e3bffe5a.SX1080FMjpg.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/g2smo1wy/952048-photography-bakuman.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/j72j92ul/Heroman.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:29:28.602+04:00 Beyond the big names: 10 underrated anime series you can finish in a weekend Entertainment, anime https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/your-salary-just-landed-10-payday-spending-mistakes-to-avoid-in-the-uae-1.500657957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-16/9yql1r1y/Credit-card But before you start tapping your card like there's no tomorrow, take a breath. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/ufvm501b/Mercedes-Sheen-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:28:06.580+04:00 Your salary just landed? 10 payday spending mistakes to avoid in the UAE Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-missile-attacks-targeting-jordan-1.500657962 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/cz3li9jn/UAE The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks represented a serious infringement of Jordan’s sovereignty. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:26:37.282+04:00 UAE strongly condemns missile attacks targeting Jordan UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/podcasts/tell-me-why/tell-me-why-gold-still-matters-in-a-changing-financial-world-1.500657910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/y9xkuljt/DSC09139.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/e59a6fmg/DSC09144.JPG Dr Fahmi Iskander, Partner and Chief Investment Officer at OGold Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:20:24.967+04:00 Tell Me Why gold still matters in a changing financial world Tell Me Why https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/mark-fullers-water-birds-set-to-bring-a-new-dimension-to-water-performances-in-uae-1.500657963 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/e5yn45rw/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:17:21.463+04:00 Mark Fuller’s Water Birds set to bring a new dimension to water performances in UAE Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/court-crime/man-ordered-to-pay-woman-dh50000-after-assault-broke-her-nose-1.500657935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/n5fomdni/Court The woman had sought Dh100,000, as well as legal fees and expenses, arguing that the man had assaulted her and caused injuries. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:12:33.574+04:00 Man ordered to pay woman Dh50,000 after assault broke her nose Court-Crime, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-condemns-iranian-drone-attack-says-it-reserves-right-to-respond-1.500657946 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/cmi29olm/UAE The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack posed a direct threat to the UAE’s security and stability, as well as to the safety of citizens and residents. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:11:40.717+04:00 UAE condemns Iranian drone attack, says it reserves right to respond UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/suryakumar-calls-sanju-samson-a-good-man-praises-selfless-response-when-india-place-was-under-threat-1.500657937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/mk97j477/newsml_afp_com_20260301T172525Z_doc_99gl4yu.jpeg India's captain Suryakumar Yadav (C) greets his teammate Sanju Samson (R) after their team's win in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between India and West Indies at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 1, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/mk97j477/newsml_afp_com_20260301T172525Z_doc_99gl4yu.jpeg India's captain Suryakumar Yadav (C) greets his teammate Sanju Samson (R) after their team's win in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between India and West Indies at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T13:09:37.525+04:00 Suryakumar calls Sanju Samson a good man, praises selfless response when India place was under threat Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/indian-nationals-in-uae-warned-against-biometric-data-scams-1.500657933 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/41cwdqe5/mobile_scam__mobile_data_scam_19354053be4_original_ratio.jpg Fraudsters are also misusing biometric data to open bank accounts and obtain loans. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:58:38.658+04:00 Indian expats in UAE warned against biometric data scams people, Indian expats https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aashiqui-star-rahul-roy-on-brain-stroke-recovery-i-didnt-know-if-i-would-walk-or-talk-again-1.500657932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ojzfnufv/1_16a080aec0e_1174640_2331192775_16a080aec0e_original_ratio.jpg Anu Agarwal and Rahul Roy in Aashiqui (1990). Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:54:54.862+04:00 Aashiqui star Rahul Roy on brain stroke recovery: ‘I didn’t know if I would walk or talk again’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubais-diamond-strategy-why-lab-grown-stones-need-their-own-market-1.500657923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/20/Stock-Diamonds_18ab140045a_large.jpg Lab-grown diamonds are always caught up in the emotional versus practical needs debate. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/dxjpwop2/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-10.02.17.jpeg Ahmed Bin Sulayem Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:54:01.736+04:00 Dubai’s diamond strategy: Why lab-grown stones need their own market economy, UAE, Op-Eds, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/parents-pay-rs-1500-for-cctv-discover-3-year-old-tied-to-chair-beaten-at-playschool-1.500657929 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-04/e087i6zz/2e9a18af9b96cd9a4c6c513aac7b0982.jpg CCTV footage from the playschool allegedly revealed that a three-year-old had been tied to a chair and beaten. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:53:42.355+04:00 Parents pay Rs 1,500 for CCTV, discover 3-year-old tied to chair, beaten at playschool India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/open-finance-the-uaes-opportunity-to-put-customers-back-at-the-centre-1.500657905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/wtaihjr4/ADIB_online_banking_17a5bb4e7b5_original_ratio.jpg Open Finance could reshape banking in the UAE by giving customers greater control over their financial data, alongside more choice and personalised financial services. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/dhcdh1me/Suvo.jpg Suvo Sarkar Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:39:01.008+04:00 Open Finance: The UAE’s opportunity to put customers back at the centre Banking, Analysis, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-how-ai-could-transform-the-way-we-use-the-internet-1.500657909 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/g6sgql26/newsml_afp_com_20260408T071722Z_doc_a72y963.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:38:40.175+04:00 Techie Tonic: How AI could transform the way we use the internet Technology https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-a-17-year-old-is-reshaping-student-volunteering-for-dubais-workers-1.500657883 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/iejxvym1/Radhika-Prabhu.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:36:57.636+04:00 How a 17-year-old is reshaping student volunteering for Dubai’s workers Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-launches-life-skills-programme-for-children-aged-7-to-18-1.500657908 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-23/ort7w8yr/Computer-use New programme for ages 7 to 18 offers eight practical workshops across the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:36:04.907+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches life skills programme for children aged 7 to 18 Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/former-indian-pacer-javagal-srinath-takes-bengaluru-metro-ride-wins-fans-with-simplicity-1.500657900 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/o5wk47f0/1_619665_2262536327_16ada141b99_original_ratio.jpg Javagal Srinath Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:29:31.505+04:00 Former Indian pacer Javagal Srinath takes Bengaluru Metro ride, fans praise for simplicity Cricket, Lifestyle, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-activates-150-ambulance-points-as-pupils-return-to-school-1.500657844 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/wdmqeq65/Dubai The plan includes checks on the readiness of field teams, the deployment of ambulance units and increased coverage near school areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:25:21.166+04:00 Dubai activates 150 ambulance points as pupils return to school Education, Health, Education, Health https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/conman-sukesh-chandrasekhar-gets-8-year-sentence-for-posing-as-supreme-court-judge-challenges-verdict-in-delhi-hc-1.500657858 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/27/Sukesh-Chandrashekhar-1640599993447_17dfb613c81_large.jpg Indian conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/uwmo6byu/bc69f651ce5e00ec6cb4f5acc1f83f26.jpg Jacqueline Fernandez withdraws plea to turn approver in Sukesh Chandrashekhar-linked money laundering case https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/ijk4i134/N3.jpg Nora Fatehi performs at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Toronto. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T12:15:48.807+04:00 Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar gets 8-year sentence for posing as Supreme Court judge, challenges verdict in Delhi HC Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-breaks-57-year-old-record-1.500657854 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/2dscqy35/newsml_afp_com_20260704T171511Z_doc_b99v3uj.jpeg India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi leaves the field after the second Twenty20 (T20) international cricket match between England and India at Old Trafford in Manchester, north-west England on July 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:48:34.027+04:00 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks 57-year-old record Cricket, cricket, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-all-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-31-2026-1.500657831 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/rrr4k1qn/Screenshot-2026-08-28-at-10.22.00-AM.png The US military is keeping a tight grip over Iran-linked ships. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:47:50.763+04:00 US-Iran conflict: All UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 31, 2026) UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/real-madrid-vs-malaga-mourinho-reveals-what-he-changed-with-jude-bellingham-1.500657845 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/11erm81n/preview.jpg Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates after Malaga's own goal during the La Liga soccer match between Real Madrid and Malaga in Madrid, Spain, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/11erm81n/preview.jpg Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates after Malaga's own goal during the La Liga soccer match between Real Madrid and Malaga in Madrid, Spain, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:43:14.627+04:00 Real Madrid vs Malaga: Mourinho reveals what he changed with Jude Bellingham Football, football https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/steps-underway-to-bring-home-bodies-of-two-kerala-women-killed-in-california-1.500657841 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/oetowpkm/CALIF-MURDER-Read-Only.jpg Anjana and Annie, who were killed in California, and Anila, who was taken into police custody. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:40:02.969+04:00 Steps underway to bring home bodies of two Kerala women killed in California India, Americas, kerala, crime, Murder https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-launch-is-days-away-iphone-18-pro-pro-max-or-fold-which-one-actually-makes-sense-for-you-1.500657821 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/15j2081t/GAsQ3RWgAAbS7M.jpg iPhone 18 Pro rumours: Under-display Face ID and Burgundy colour spotted Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:39:16.779+04:00 iPhone 18 launch is days away: iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max or Fold — which one actually makes sense for you? Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/filipina-expat-in-dubai-uae-lotterys-first-female-millionaire-reveals-how-she-won-dh5-million-1.500657826 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/o2c9kal4/Zenn-Ariane-GarcelesThe-UAE-Lottery-5Million-AED-Winner-Image.jpg.jpeg Zenn Ariane Garceles Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:36:07.949+04:00 Filipina expat in Dubai, UAE Lottery's first female millionaire, reveals how she won Dh5 million UAE, people, Philippines, UAE, Dubai, Philippines, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/uae/no-war-no-peace-is-not-sustainable-gargash-calls-for-political-solution-1.500657803 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/md26hw8f/Gargash “The state of no war and no peace cannot be a sustainable solution, just as the policy of targeting the Arab Gulf states and Jordan has proved a failure,” Gargash wrote. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:35:45.296+04:00 ‘No war, no peace is not sustainable’: Gargash calls for political solution UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/from-field-to-shelf-how-miratorg-strengthens-russias-agricultural-exports-under-the-made-in-russia-brand-1.500657827 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/g9rhmvol/New-lead.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/mslzo6pz/Lead.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:30:20.896+04:00 From field to shelf: How Miratorg strengthens Russia’s agricultural exports under the Made in Russia brand Gulf https://gulfnews.com/sport/can-fernandes-surpass-ronaldos-manchester-united-legacy-1.500657813 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/13/Manchester-United-s-Cristiano-Ronaldo-celebrates-after-scoring-his-first-goal-on-return-to-Old-Trafford_17bdebfe16f_large.jpg Fernandes has carried the hopes of United on his back since his arrival https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/08/31/Alex-Ferguson-brought-Cristiano-Ronaldo-to-Manchester-United-the-first-time-around_17b9c8bb3b6_large.jpg Sir Alex Ferguson has never hidden his admiration for Ronaldo, claiming he's the best player he's ever managed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/z0rwirli/preview.jpg Fernandes has won just the FA Cup and EFL Cup at United Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:22:04.514+04:00 Can Fernandes surpass Ronaldo’s Manchester United legacy? Sport, Football, football, premier league, manchester united, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/is-robert-downey-jr-really-doctor-doom-benedict-cumberbatchs-confusing-doomsday-comments-fuel-new-theory-1.500657790 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/3cwnrspp/dr-strange.webp Benedict Cumberbatch as Dr Strange Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:13:39.708+04:00 Is Robert Downey Jr. really Doctor Doom? Benedict Cumberbatch's confusing Doomsday comments fuel new theory Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/what-food-does-abhishek-bachchan-refuse-to-eat-amitabh-reveals-1.500657793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/40xm5poz/AFP2025020536X86F3v1HighResIndiaCricketLeagueIsplCinema.jpg Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan with his father actor Amitabh Bachchan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/45l9ro09/TAB_amitabh_abhishek_bachchan_INSTAGRAM_1638779313485_17d8edbdd6e_original_ratio.jpg Abhishek with his father and legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan Gulf News en 2026-08-31T11:06:02.890+04:00 What food does Abhishek Bachchan refuse to eat? Amitabh reveals BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/kp-group-and-raz-holding-group-sign-non-binding-letter-of-intent-for-proposed-strategic-investment-and-collaboration-1.500657780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-01/6rq4hfk7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-01-at-2.24.23-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:53:06.958+04:00 KP Group and Raz Holding Group sign non-binding letter of intent for proposed strategic investment and collaboration Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/no-missile-attacks-at-al-minhad-air-base-says-uae-1.500657785 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/ulvbrpoy/UAE-flag.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:51:52.113+04:00 No missile attacks at Al Minhad air base, says UAE UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/16-year-old-allegedly-gang-raped-on-moving-up-bus-abandoned-in-delhi-1.500657779 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/kc94py7q/202608313924411.jpg The accused have been identified as Kuldeep and Sandeep from Uttar Pradesh, who worked as the bus driver and conductor respectively. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:50:29.963+04:00 16-year-old allegedly gang-raped on moving UP bus, abandoned in Delhi India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/yashs-mother-hits-back-at-allu-aravind-over-who-was-yash-before-kgf-jibe-alleges-toxic-smear-campaign-1.500657772 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-23/yh6jhy5t/image2026-08-23100941161.png Yash's Toxic has received polarised reviews. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:46:31.904+04:00 Yash's mother hits back at Allu Aravind over 'Who was Yash before KGF' jibe, alleges Toxic smear campaign Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/back-to-school-a-health-check-for-the-new-term-2-1.500657748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bqcp3hvi/Back-to-School.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:42:35.165+04:00 Back to School: A health check for the new term GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-national-charter-to-shape-students-school-experience-from-new-academic-year-1.500657747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pjksokwn/student.jpg The National Charter outlines seven core skills alongside values and personal attributes for learners. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:31:55.325+04:00 UAE National Charter to shape students’ school experience from new academic year Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-forces-deal-with-drone-from-iran-over-territorial-waters-1.500657759 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/wgqdn2g6/UAE-Flag Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:23:44.026+04:00 UAE forces intercept Iran drone over territorial waters UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/emirates-dubai-7s-returns-tickets-on-sale-1.500657742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/rjg0maf9/EMIRATES-DUBAI-7S-2025-FLYOVER.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/paqb2a2t/EMIRATES_DUBAI_7S_FOR_GOOD_FESTIVAL_SITE.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/fp44egao/NKL_301125_2209_00498_retouch.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bes9u04g/29_11_257s25_CV611240.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:21:16.189+04:00 Emirates Dubai 7s returns: Tickets on sale Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, Dubai, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/manila-expressway-impassable-to-small-vehicles-as-of-aug-31-up-to-6-ft-of-floodwaters-hit-low-lying-areas-of-bulacan-pampanga-tarlac-1.500657713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/pfl0fsb7/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-1.45.19-PM.png Screengrab from a citizen video post shows a small truck swept away by strong floodwaters in Rizal province, east of Manila. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/5ugpc1tn/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-1.43.37-PM.png Video taken by a citizen journalist shows a two-storey getting swept away by raging floodwaters in Pampanga province, north of Manila. At 11.30am on August 31, the San Simon Interchange and Tulaoc northbound lanes of North Luzon Expressway were reportedly "impassable" to Class 1 vehicles due to rising floodwaters on Pampanga River, local media reported. Motorists were advised to take alternate routes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/wo1wxr2x/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-2.52.47-PM.png A portion of the Agana Bridge in Tarlac City collapsed night due to strong river currents spawned by the southwest monsoon Rescue teams continue their search for four missing people who were in a vehicle that fell into the river after the bridge collapse on on Saturday (Aug. 29). Photo shared by DPWH on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026 as crew position equipment to repair the damaged structure. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/bs7v7l8r/A-Victory-bus-from-Guagua-Pampanga.png A Victory bus from Guagua, Pampanga, bound for Caloocan City, traverses a flooded portion of Malolos Crossing in Bulacan, a province north of the Philippine capital Manila, shortly after 1 pm on Sunday, Aug. 30. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/xpzb0ca9/Philippines-flood.png FORCED EVACUATION: Rescue teams assist in a forced evacuation in Barangay Aduas, Paniqui, Tarlac, on Sunday, Aug. 30, bringing residents affected by flooding to safer areas. Emergency personnel from Paniqui MDRRMO, BFP, Philippine Air Force, provincial government and Tarlac PDRRMO assisted in the evacuation. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:21:12.588+04:00 Manila expressway 'impassable' to small vehicles as of Aug. 31, up to 6 ft of floodwaters hit low-lying areas of Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-today-24k-22k-rates-fall-as-fed-rate-hike-bets-rise-1.500657724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ce6x1i3v/1_2092131_1217409549_16adad2a737_original_ratio.jpg The Dubai 24K gold rate fell to Dh533 per gram, from Dh536.75 at the previous close, while 22K gold dropped to Dh493.75 from Dh497. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:14:37.911+04:00 Dubai gold prices today: 24K, 22K rates fall as Fed rate-hike bets rise Retail, Your Money, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-announces-petrol-and-diesel-prices-for-september-2026-1.500657560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/uy381sbr/Fuel_prices__petrol_prices_191079911ef_original_ratio.jpg The UAE Fuel Price Committee reviews and adjusts retail fuel prices at the close of each month, in line with prevailing trends in global energy markets. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:06:31.399+04:00 UAE petrol, diesel prices for September 2026 announced UAE fuel prices, September fuel, petrol prices, diesel prices, UAE petrol, UAE diesel, Super 98, Special 95, E-Plus petrol, fuel price committee, Dubai fuel, retail fuel, energy markets, Gulf News app, September 2026 https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/adidas-samba-kids-review-a-classic-indoor-sports-shoe-that-works-beyond-the-court-1.500654077 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/1a4y9ukz/adidaskids-1.png From indoor sport to everyday wear, the Adidas Samba Classic blends practical comfort with timeless style. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T10:00:00.000+04:00 Adidas Samba kids review: a classic indoor sports shoe that works beyond the court Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-leaders-welcome-pupils-back-to-school-with-messages-of-ambition-learning-and-values-1.500657700 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/b9qg0l3l/leaders UAE leaders welcomed more than 1.277 million pupils back to school with messages of ambition and learning. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:47:14.051+04:00 UAE leaders welcome pupils back to school with messages of ambition, learning and values Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/flying-from-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flydubai-flight-delays-and-cancellations-1.500657701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/cwkt7ycq/gulfnews2026-03-061q8wxkljDubaiairport.avif UAE travellers urged to check flight status as Bahrain, Kuwait routes face cancellations amid regional tensions Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:44:35.651+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai flight delays and cancellations Gulf, Aviation, FlyDubai, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-doubles-down-on-iran-they-cannot-have-a-nuclear-weapon-as-6-month-war-flares-again-1.500657663 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/gz3tqfnm/US-Sailors-conduct-night-flight-operations-aboard-USS-George-Washington-CVN-73-3.jpeg US Sailors conduct night flight operations aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:29:45.541+04:00 Trump doubles down on Iran: ‘They cannot have a nuclear weapon’ as 6-month war flares again Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/djokovic-falls-in-us-open-first-round-earliest-grand-slam-exit-in-20-years-1.500657613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/jwkq3t86/newsml_afp_com_20260830T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292773868.jpeg Ailing Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years on Sunday, falling in five brutal sets to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T09:02:55.294+04:00 Djokovic falls in US Open first round, earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/iran-trade-tensions-energy-security-top-indias-g20-agenda-1.500657568 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/catyykty/202608313924289.jpg Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to tackle Iran, trade tensions, energy security top during G20 meet. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T08:21:57.121+04:00 Iran, trade tensions, energy security top India’s G20 agenda India https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/uss-abraham-lincoln-sails-past-singapore-on-its-way-home-from-middle-east-1.500656901 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2rbkelra/preview.jpg The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln sails past Singapore as seen from Batam, Indonesia, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T08:09:19.875+04:00 USS Abraham Lincoln sails past Singapore on its way home from Middle East thailand singapore us aircraft carrier lincoln port visit https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/about-15-people-missing-after-grand-canyon-flash-flood-1.500657505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/zikph9ks/newsml_afp_com_20260521T000000Z_PH_GTY_2279669312.jpeg A general view of snowfall and the Lower Falls in Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone on May 21, 2026 in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T08:02:27.869+04:00 About 15 people missing after Grand Canyon flash flood Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/president-wishes-uae-students-teachers-and-parents-a-successful-new-academic-year-1.500657606 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/17/Sheikh-Mohamed-bin-Zayed-Al-Nahyan_180d2049930_large.jpg Sheikh Mohamed urged students to embrace the new academic year with optimism, ambition and determination. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:54:24.843+04:00 President wishes UAE students, teachers and parents a successful new academic year UAE schools, back to school, UAE education, Sheikh Mohamed, academic year, UAE students, school reopening, UAE parents, teachers UAE, lifelong learning, student identity, future skills, UAE traffic, school holidays, lunchbox safety https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-plans-to-sanction-another-bank-in-effort-to-clamp-down-on-iran-transactions-bessent-tells-ap-1.500657507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/3edss2c9/preview.jpg Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks during an interview with The Associated Press in Asheville, N.C., Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:50:47.700+04:00 US plans to sanction another bank in drive to clamp down on Iran transactions: Bessent Bessent interview Iran sanctions bank https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/our-people-came-first-inside-adnoc-gas-ceo-fatema-al-nuaimis-response-to-a-crisis-1.500657602 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/mmvi0cgq/ADNOC-Gas-3.jpg ADNOC Gas supplies more than 60 per cent of the UAE's sales gas requirements and nearly all of the gas needed by major domestic industries. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/tqos12nr/ADNOC-GASCEO1-1-1.jpg Fatema Al Nuaimi, CEO of ADNOC Gas, says resilience at the company "was not something we created after the attack" but built through years of preparation. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/7buiachb/ADNOC-Gas-2.jpg At ADNOC Gas, approximately 95 per cent of women in technical roles are Emirati, part of a broader push to build a pipeline of female leaders across the energy sector. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/nlizreuz/ADNOC-Gas-1.jpg Ruwais LNG will more than double ADNOC Gas's LNG capacity and is being built as the first facility of its kind in the region to run on clean power. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:50:14.087+04:00 'Our people came first': Inside ADNOC Gas CEO Fatema Al Nuaimi's response to a crisis Energy, Abu Dhabi, Emirati Women's Day https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-dubai-traffic-alert-heavy-rush-hour-delays-as-schools-reopen-1.500657590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/p8lgk40a/An_school_bus_on_Ittihad_road_in_Sharjah_heading_towards_Dubai_during_the_morning_rush_hours__on_the.jpg Al Ittihad Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road are among key routes seeing heavier traffic as the new school year begins. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T07:20:19.119+04:00 Sharjah-Dubai traffic alert: Heavy rush-hour delays as schools reopen Sharjah Dubai traffic, school reopening, rush hour, Al Ittihad Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Emirates Road, Dubai traffic alert, Google Maps, school traffic, UAE students, Dubai Police, Sharjah Police, Northern Emirates, traffic congestion, commuter delays https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/why-naseeruddin-shah-stopped-bathing-for-nearly-2-months-for-chakra-1.500657486 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/3issc9cs/CHHH.jpg Naseeruddin Shah and Smita Patil in a still from the 1981 Hindi film ‘Chakra’, directed by Rabindra (Robin) Dharmaraj. The film follows a migrant family seeking refuge in Dharavi’s slums. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/cv6mr8b0/CGGG.jpg Naseeruddin Shah in Chakra. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/eqmpp4nz/ddd.jpg Naseeruddin Shah plays Ishar Singh Grewal, a man abandoned by fate and history, in Main Vaapas Aaunga. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:45:00.000+04:00 Why Naseeruddin Shah stopped bathing for nearly 2 months for ‘Chakra’ BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-supreme-leader-calls-for-unity-among-muslim-countries-2-1.500656852 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/vklils1b/Screenshot-2026-08-31-at-7.00.33-AM.png The US military has confirmed strikes on two Iranian launchers on Larak Island as they were allegedly being prepared to deploy rockets carrying sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz. It was the first known direct US attack on Iranian forces since late July, raising the risk of renewed flareup. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/hlvsq531/US-Central-Command.jpeg A U.S. Sailor directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter onto the flight deck of USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) while the ship sails in the Arabian Sea enforcing the U.S. blockade against Iran. As of Aug. 30, CentCom forces have redirected 83 commercial vessels, disabled 3 and boarded 2 to ensure compliance with the blockade. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/tp2p4546/HQ2PtK3XgAATSSA.jpg A US sailor stands lookout watch aboard USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) as ship sails through regional waters while enforcing the US blockade against Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:14:27.584+04:00 Iran supreme leader calls for unity among Muslim countries Mena, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-september-2026-new-etihad-rail-route-tax-changes-and-key-dates-to-know-1.500657564 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/7sbhiq6z/FB529841-1BF7-46B8-A4F5-7695C93B5D50-LEAD-PIC-GN-ARCHIVES.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:06:28.403+04:00 UAE September 2026: New Etihad Rail route, tax changes and key dates to know Living-Ask-Us, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-floods-aerial-views-reveal-massive-destruction-in-nuwakot-1.500657482 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/pi3k9gej/newsml_afp_com_20260830T104758Z_doc_c6uf7kg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T06:04:00.000+04:00 Nepal floods: Aerial views reveal massive destruction in Nuwakot Asia, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-temperatures-to-hit-49c-monday-before-rain-chances-return-tuesday-1.500657501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/5h87qysv/Wether Humidity will increase overnight and into Tuesday morning, bringing a chance of fog or mist over some coastal and internal areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T05:33:06.087+04:00 UAE weather: Temperatures to hit 49°C Monday before rain chances return Tuesday Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-explodes-back-above-90-as-us-iran-tensions-reignite-1.500657556 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/d37iyeby/HGL2U8xX0AIQXBb.jpg A US Army Apache attack helicopter. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/0k512l44/oil-barrels.png Gulf News en 2026-08-31T05:27:42.689+04:00 Oil explodes back above $90 as US-Iran tensions reignite Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/race-to-1000-goals-can-lionel-messi-overtake-cristiano-ronaldo-1.500657438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/19/Ronaldo-and-Messi-_185c98b6db0_large.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi Gulf News en 2026-08-31T04:53:00.000+04:00 Race to 1,000 Goals: Can Lionel Messi overtake Cristiano Ronaldo? Football, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Inter Miami, Argentina national football team https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/colombian-rebels-say-kidnapped-french-foreign-legion-soldier-is-alive-1.500657519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/bvky8emi/newsml_afp_com_20260518T145730Z_doc_b38d69f.jpeg French Foreign Legion combat divers from the 2nd Foreign Parachute Regiment (2e REP) leap from a NH90 Caïman helicopter into the River Vienne during an airborne water insertion exercise in Ingrandes, south-western France, on May 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T04:44:52.570+04:00 Colombian rebels say kidnapped French Foreign Legion soldier is alive Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-fires-missiles-at-us-base-in-jordan-after-larak-island-strikes-reports-1.500657545 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-31/7nubydgr/attacks-on-Jordan.png Video footage appears to show several surface-to-air interceptors rising into the night sky, consistent with the use of Patriot air-defence systems deployed to protect US and allied forces in Jordan. No significant impacts have been reported so far, and nearly all incoming missiles have been intercepted, as per Fox News. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T04:10:59.756+04:00 Iran fires missiles at US base in Jordan after Larak Island strikes: reports Mena https://gulfnews.com/technology/new-apple-ceo-john-ternus-takes-over-on-sept-1-ahead-of-iphone-18-launch-amid-ai-race-what-to-know-1.500657538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/1ffn7di1/newsml_afp_com_20260707T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285132131.jpeg Tim Cook (L), CEO of Apple, walks with John Ternus, incoming CEO of Apple, at the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference at the Sun Valley Lodge on July 7, 2026 in Sun Valley, Idaho. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/oqe5boxx/John-Ternus-Apple.webp John Ternus steps in as Apple CEO on Tuesday September 1, 2026. The foldable iPhone, widely expected to launch on September 9, is not merely a change in form factor. It is Ternus' first opportunity to demonstrate that Apple can still create a new premium product category rather than simply refine an existing one. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T03:56:51.104+04:00 New Apple CEO John Ternus takes over on Sept. 1 ahead of iPhone 18 launch: What to know Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iranian-launchers-near-hormuz-as-mine-threat-pushes-gulf-shipping-crisis-into-new-phase-1.500657518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ghso67qh/ANI_20260830212622.jpg The US military struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island, after Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps personnel were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-08-31T02:33:07.968+04:00 US strikes Iranian rocket launchers near Hormuz, IRGC vows retaliation Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-fuel-prices-out-today-what-to-expect-at-the-pump-in-september-1.500657383 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/a0rc6027/petrol-price-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-31T00:01:00.000+04:00 UAE fuel prices out today: What to expect at the pump in September Energy, Markets, Government, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-participates-in-swedens-world-water-week-to-inspire-commitments-advance-action-on-water-1.500657468 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/dg27vssa/Water-week Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability Gulf News en 2026-08-30T23:46:47.683+04:00 UAE participates in Sweden’s World Water Week to inspire commitments, advance action on water UAE, World