https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/shock-move-trump-envoy-wants-italy-over-iran-at-fifa-world-cup-2026-1.500516468 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/vdunxnsf/Trump-and-Infantio FIFA President Gianni Infantino pauses President Donald Trump during the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/vdunxnsf/Trump-and-Infantio FIFA President Gianni Infantino pauses President Donald Trump during the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/jxnl9sed/Italians-react Italians react on X Gulf News en 2026-04-23T12:13:47.141+04:00 Shock move: Trump envoy wants Italy over Iran at FIFA World Cup 2026 Football https://gulfnews.com/sport/man-city-go-top-of-epl-positive-step-or-a-missed-opportunity-1.500516467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/ixfp6v6s/newsml_afp_com_20260422T203100Z_doc_a8nw33w.jpeg Manchester City's Norwegian striker Erling Haaland say's only "winning matters" after victory over Burnley takes his side top of the Premier League table https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/3sfjntkw/newsml_afp_com_20260422T201530Z_doc_a8nw2zv.jpeg Haaland was on target for City against Burnley moving the pressure firmly on title rivals Arsenal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/etyqzyk9/PREMIER-LEAGUE-TABLE.jpg It's extremely tight at the top of the Premier League Gulf News en 2026-04-23T12:10:48.927+04:00 Man City go top of EPL, positive step or a missed opportunity? Sport, Football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/imran-khan-to-play-ashneer-grover-in-biopic-actor-shuts-down-rumours-not-even-heard-of-it-1.500516472 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/pym5n12m/newsml_afp_com_20260114T162518Z_doc_92p26zc.jpeg Putting the speculation to rest, Imran Khan was clear and direct when asked about the project. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T12:09:33.312+04:00 Imran Khan to play Ashneer Grover in biopic? Actor shuts down rumours: 'Not even heard of it' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/spains-rafael-jodar-dedicates-1st-round-win-to-idol-jude-bellingham-1.500516476 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/c41iyvq3/Rafael-Jodar-of-Spain Rafael Jodar of Spain Gulf News en 2026-04-23T12:09:18.396+04:00 Spain’s Rafael Jodar dedicates 1st Round win to idol Jude Bellingham Tennis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/michael-jacksons-dubai-visit-in-2005-you-probably-didnt-know-about-1.500516441 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/ipjsd88b/MJ-IN-DUBAI-2.jpg Accompanying Jackson on his first-ever visit to the UAE were Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, son of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, and UAE rally driving star Mohammad bin Sulayem. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/y1g1f5mk/MJ-IN-DUBAI-4.jpg Pop megastar Michael Jackson toured the city’s main sights and was said to be considering buying property in one of the new developments. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/zdxnwm8e/MJ_IN_DUBAI_3.jpg Michael Jackson in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/vozw3czh/MJ-IN-DUBAI-1.jpg Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, wowed fans in Dubai in August 2005 and pledged that his first visit would definitely not be his last. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/8fgkjt3k/MJ-IN-DUBAI-5.jpg Saeed Hareb with Michael Jackson and Sultan bin Sulayem at the awards ceremony of the Dubai Desert Challenge. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:55:44.241+04:00 Michael Jackson’s Dubai visit in 2005 you probably didn’t know about Entertainment, Lifestyle, Dubai, Music, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/prince-harry-in-kyiv-on-surprise-trip-2-1.500516461 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/09/Prince-Harry_18d8e552dc4_large.jpg Prince Harry is set to visit the Halo Trust, a mine-clearance charity that was supported by his mother, Princess Diana, while on a visit to Ukraine. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:53:47.510+04:00 Prince Harry in Kyiv on surprise trip Europe, UK, Ukraine https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-iran-ceasefire-trump-says-there-is-no-time-frame-set-for-ending-conflict-1.500516149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/zxzfw4pg/US-President-Donald-Trump US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:50:09.423+04:00 US-Iran ceasefire: Trump says there is ‘no time frame’ set for ending conflict Americas, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/clock-ticks-for-dubais-free-zone-firms-for-audited-financial-statement-submission-1.500516427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/uln2vyff/Accounting-Finanshels-Image.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/36jg8cc5/Muhammed-Shafeekh.jpg Muhammed Shafeekh, Founder & CEO, Finanshels Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:42:04.636+04:00 Clock ticks for Dubai’s free zone firms for audited financial statement submission GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/why-icc-still-has-jurisdiction-over-duterte-despite-philippines-exit-1.500516417 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/7a4nx2d7/icc.jpg Judges of the ICC Appeals Chamber at the delivery of the judgment on jurisdiction in the Duterte case Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:31:27.108+04:00 Why ICC still has jurisdiction over Duterte despite Philippines’ exit Philippines, Europe, Philippines, Asia, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/how-big-is-dubais-gold-line-against-other-driverless-metros-worldwide-1.500516403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ak52k66s/DUBAI-METRO-GOLD-LINE1 DUBAI METRO GOLD LINE Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:20:31.248+04:00 How big is Dubai’s Gold Line against other driverless metros worldwide Transport, Living-Transport, Dubai Metro https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-taxi-company-adds-600-vehicles-to-fleet-1.500516409 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/v8wu9pu0/DTCImage.jpg DTC’s taxi fleet will grow from 6,217 to 6,817 vehicles with this acquisition. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:17:48.169+04:00 Dubai Taxi Company adds 600 vehicles to fleet Markets, Dubai taxis https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/fame-advisory-bridge-the-e-invoicing-gap-before-compliance-kicks-in-1.500516407 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/3997o6ox/Nirav-Shah.jpg Nirav Shah, Director FAME Advisory Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:17:21.052+04:00 FAME Advisory: Bridge the e-invoicing gap before compliance kicks in GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/technology/apple-ipad-mini-8-should-you-wait-for-it-price-display-oled-surprises-and-all-you-need-to-know-1.500516394 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-28/cj1u68gf/_1x_1.jpg (For illustrative purposes only) Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:17:08.892+04:00 Apple iPad Mini 8: Should you wait for it? Price, display, OLED surprises and all you need to know Technology https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/an-inspiring-commencement-a-day-of-purpose-preparedness-and-pride-at-aspam-1.500516402 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/kisyq1ge/IMG6027.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/0iiwaq6m/IMG6043.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:07:21.627+04:00 An inspiring commencement: A day of purpose, preparedness, and pride at ASPAM Company News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-ftas-new-penalty-framework-turns-compliance-into-a-competitive-edge-1.500516390 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/9092pz21/Mostafa-Elrefaey.jpg Mostafa Elrefaey, Founder & CEO, Registered Tax Agent, Integrity Accounting Services. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:05:11.748+04:00 How FTA’s new penalty framework turns compliance into a competitive edge GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/property/aldars-yas-island-project-in-abu-dhabi-exceeds-dh800-million-in-sales-1.500516389 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/bxy9oknc/IMG4783.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/8nphryg6/IMG4784.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/dukg9pqo/IMG4782.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:05:04.081+04:00 Aldar’s Yas Island project in Abu Dhabi exceeds Dh800 million in sales Property https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dubai-gold-prices-fall-as-us-iran-tensions-persist-global-bullion-weakens-1.500516388 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/o75s79lx/Gold_16f8a814084_original_ratio.jpg Markets are also reacting to the lack of progress in US-Iran negotiations. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T11:04:59.950+04:00 Dubai gold prices fall as US-Iran tensions persist, global bullion weakens YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/sport/lamine-yamal-leaves-pitch-in-tears-with-world-cup-dream-in-doubt-1.500516377 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/1c4jm097/newsml_afp_com_20260422T204529Z_doc_a8nx8ct.jpeg Barcelona's German coach Hans-Dieter Flick hugs Lamine Yamal as he is substituted due to injury https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/cnt75sl8/newsml_afp_com_20260422T203331Z_doc_a8nw32r.jpeg The 18-year-old received treatment before being forced to leave the field https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ftehphmk/newsml_afp_com_20260422T204658Z_doc_a8nw324.jpeg Yamal scored the opening goal from the penalty spot in Barcelona's win over Celta Vigo but injured himself in the meantime https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/e896mlo1/SPO_240814_YAMAL_1723714879969_1915569c1fe_original_ratio.jpg Lamine Yamal celebrates with the Best Young player trophy in the UEFA European Championships in 2024 Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:57:11.285+04:00 Lamine Yamal leaves pitch in tears with World Cup dream in doubt Sport, Football, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-bcl-globiz-is-redefining-financial-confidence-for-uae-businesses-1.500516381 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/woehsryw/Punith-Jindal.jpg Punith Jindal, Partner and CEO, BCL Globiz Accounting & Consulting. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:56:55.389+04:00 How BCL Globiz is redefining financial confidence for UAE businesses GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/mca-gulf-choosing-the-right-asp-for-uae-e-invoicing-1.500516363 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/04/MCA-_18afad5d544_large.jpg Girish Chand Senior Partner, MCA Gulf Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:47:32.216+04:00 MCA Gulf: Choosing the right ASP for UAE e-invoicing GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/advancing-health-resilience-and-unity-in-the-uae-1.500516346 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/mv15w1qe/GNM42Progress-ContinuesApril-2026Picture-only.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:41:17.868+04:00 Advancing health, resilience and unity in the UAE Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/emirates-nbd-profit-rises-as-strong-income-growth-offsets-geopolitical-uncertainty-1.500516349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-30/bjsxwfye/ANI_20250630064646.jpg Emirates NBD head office in Dubai, UAE Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:40:52.069+04:00 Emirates NBD profit rises as strong income growth offsets geopolitical uncertainty Banking, Emirates NBD, UAE digital banking, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/ipl-2026-preity-zinta-brings-spotlight-to-real-life-heroes-at-punjab-kings-game-1.500516348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/939o8jzg/Preity.jpg The Bollywood actress honoured everyday changemakers she discovered on social media. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/47sgwohm/Preity-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:38:03.367+04:00 IPL 2026: Preity Zinta brings spotlight to ‘real-life heroes’ at Punjab Kings game IPL, BollyWood, IPL-Punjab https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/fab-profit-rises-in-q1-as-regional-tensions-dent-client-activity-late-in-quarter-1.500516345 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/kvcekjyn/first_abu_dhabi_bank_jpg_17f40bea7a5_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:34:07.446+04:00 FAB profit rises in Q1 despite dent in client activity late in quarter from regional tensions Banking, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), UAE digital banking, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/two-trains-collide-in-denmark-several-people-injured-1.500516319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/b1e4gy0h/9.jpg Two trains crashed head-on near the Danish capital Copenhagen on Thursday leaving several people injured, police and media reports said. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T10:30:53.074+04:00 Two trains collide in Denmark, several people injured Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-dubai-talabat-rider-feeds-over-70-cats-in-al-quoz-with-a-caretaker-continuing-night-rounds-1.500516273 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/4m8i8i9z/talabat1.jpg Kaleem Gul with stray cats https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/ji1jwdy7/kaleem.jpg Kaleem Gul. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/hmxf70oq/kaleem44.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T09:57:33.078+04:00 How Dubai Talabat rider feeds over 70 cats in Al Quoz with a caretaker continuing night rounds UAE, Lifestyle, United in Strength https://gulfnews.com/uae/lyrid-meteor-shower-2026-how-stargazers-in-uae-can-catch-aprils-shooting-stars-1.500516174 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/mv1vwwkt/2023_04_22T093841Z_159542191_RC2JJ0A64M84_RTRMADP_3_METEOR_SHOWER_GEORGIA__Read_Only__187ccd17151_or.jpg A view shows stars and meteor trails in the night sky above the Battle of Didgori memorial complex during the Lyrid meteor shower in Didgori, Georgia in this composite image of 28 separate photographs. File photo taken on April 22, 2023. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T09:00:51.333+04:00 Lyrid meteor shower 2026: How stargazers in UAE can catch April’s shooting stars UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/is-deepika-padukones-raaka-role-being-reduced-amid-pregnancy-makers-shut-down-rumours-1.500516230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-19/5junbmi2/ANI_20251021164923.jpg Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh with their daughter Dua Gulf News en 2026-04-23T08:40:16.883+04:00 Is Deepika Padukone’s Raaka role being reduced amid pregnancy? Makers shut down rumours Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-probes-worker-gathering-refers-case-over-trafficking-suspicions-1.500516162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/r1d7diwt/gulfnewsimport20190415Kuwaitresources116a4505d5b9large.avif Gulf News en 2026-04-23T08:28:29.360+04:00 Kuwait probes worker gathering, refers case over trafficking suspicions Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-allows-six-categories-entry-to-mecca-via-absher-permits-ahead-of-hajj-season-1.500516152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/hkf8v71u/download.webp Entry to Mecca restricted with permits Gulf News en 2026-04-23T08:24:15.129+04:00 Saudi Arabia allows six categories entry to Mecca via Absher permits ahead of Hajj season Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-warns-of-10-year-jail-sr10m-fines-for-unlicensed-food-activity-during-hajj-1.500516145 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/6x4xd1xx/20230625_pilgrims_188f328cf9d_original_ratio.jpg SFDA reinforced a strict ban on manufacturing or storing food products without proper licensing Gulf News en 2026-04-23T08:20:19.401+04:00 Saudi Arabia warns of 10-year jail, SR10 million fines for unlicensed food activity during Hajj Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/who-is-clayface-batmans-tragic-shapeshifter-explained-after-chilling-new-dc-trailer-drops-1.500516197 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/q59i520j/clayface.webp This version of Hagen is portrayed as a tragic, revenge-driven figure, transformed by a scientific experiment gone catastrophically wrong. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T08:13:29.710+04:00 Who is Clayface? Batman’s tragic shapeshifting villain explained after chilling new DC trailer drops Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-boys-season-5-episode-4-fans-call-it-pure-filler-as-frustration-boils-over-why-is-nothing-at-stake-1.500516184 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/tavjcz3c/theboys4.webp The Boys streaming on Amazon Prime. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T07:39:40.355+04:00 The Boys Season 5 Episode 4: Fans call it 'pure filler' as frustration boils over. Why is nothing at stake? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-metro-gold-line-will-reduce-red-line-congestion-avoid-40m-road-trips-a-year-1.500516020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/aickmq8b/DUBAI-METRO-GOLD-LINE The Dubai Metro Gold Line is a newly announced Dh34 billion public transport project designed to significantly expand the emirate's rail network. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/iqa4ulxk/8.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T07:21:30.358+04:00 How Dubai Metro Gold Line commutes will reduce congestions, make your trips easier on Red Line Transport, Government, Living-UAE, Dubai Metro https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-administration-flies-10-year-old-back-from-cuba-amid-custody-fight-involving-gender-identity-1.500516064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/10/Bombardier-Global-7-500-Stock_1859a8f5f1d_large.jpg Bombardier Global 7,500 business jet. For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T07:10:23.289+04:00 Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight involving gender identity utah kidnapping arrest cuba child gender https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/mexico-to-beef-up-security-at-tourist-sites-after-shooting-at-pyramids-in-lead-up-to-world-cup-1.500515020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/epaavvz4/preview.jpg Police search visitors at the Teotihuacan pyramids as the archaeological site reopened two days after a gunman opened fire killing a Canadian tourists, outside Mexico City, Wednesday, April 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo) Gulf News en 2026-04-23T07:06:47.114+04:00 Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup mexico world cup pyramids security guadalajara https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/american-hospital-dubai-performs-regions-first-non-invasive-procedure-for-ganglion-cysts-1.500515581 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ukmxhpk4/Dr-Ayman-Tarabishy-Consultant-Physical-Medicine-and-Rehabilitation-Brain-Injury-Medicine-and-Pain-Medicine-with-the-team-at-American-Hospital-Dubai Dr Ayman Tarabishy. Consultant Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Brain Injury Medicine and Pain Medicine, with his team at American Hospital Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/vc96edie/PHOTO-2026-04-22-14-45-37.jpg Dr Ayman Tarabishy. Consultant Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Brain Injury Medicine and Pain Medicine, with his team at American Hospital Dubai Gulf News en 2026-04-23T07:00:00.000+04:00 American Hospital Dubai performs region’s first non-invasive procedure for ganglion cysts Health, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/technology/anthropic-seeks-to-debunk-pentagons-claims-about-its-control-over-ai-technology-in-military-systems-1.500516110 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/iolab6ir/preview.jpg FILE - Pages from the Anthropic website and the company's logo are displayed on a computer screen in New York on Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Patrick Sison, File) Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:59:50.796+04:00 Anthropic seeks to debunk Pentagon's claims about its control over AI technology in military systems AI Anthropic trump security risk https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-partly-cloudy-conditions-with-dust-and-fresh-winds-to-persist-into-early-next-week-1.500516139 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/2f49g51f/gulfnews2025-12-02fafaebengulfnewsimport20121031116a082836da.1096304259268463316a082836damedium.avif The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said that the weather will be partly cloudy in general, with blowing dust and a fall in temperatures. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:58:17.874+04:00 UAE weather: Partly cloudy conditions with dust and fresh winds to persist into early next week Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/chemical-leak-at-a-west-virginia-plant-kills-2-people-sends-30-others-to-hospitals-report-1.500515993 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/d6fqex1f/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:54:27.081+04:00 Chemical leak at a West Virginia plant kills 2 people, sends 30 others to hospitals: Report west virginia chemical leak https://gulfnews.com/world/us-iran-ceasefire-trump-has-not-set-deadline-for-iranian-peace-proposal-1.500514924 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/f01fymu4/President-Donald-Trump. President Donald Trump. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-14/890qtcnl/Donald-Trump US President Donald Trump https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/1potd1dp/newsml_afp_com_20260422T103301Z_doc_a8l939e.jpeg This photo taken on February 26, 2026 shows a veiled Iranian woman walking past an anti-US mural next to former US embassy in Tehran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/d4lurpxz/newsml_afp_com_20260422T103301Z_doc_a8l92zq.jpeg This photo taken on April 8, 2026 shows a woman walking past an anti-USA and anti-Israel mural, in Tehran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/6iftptuz/newsml_afp_com_20260422T103302Z_doc_a8l92cq.jpeg This photo taken on April 8, 2026 shows a woman walking past an anti-USA and anti-Israel mural, in Tehran. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:33:24.056+04:00 US-Iran ceasefire: Trump has not set deadline for Iranian peace proposal World, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/ukraine-reopens-russian-oil-pipeline-clearing-way-for-90-billion-eu-loan-after-months-long-blockade-1.500516154 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-23/an71co4z/newsml_afp_com_20260323T123915Z_doc_a4du69e.jpeg This handout satellite image taken on March 23, 2026 by Planet Labs PBC shows smoke rising from the Russian oil terminal at Primorsk, the most important Russian loading port in the Baltic Sea, following a drone attack claimed by Ukraine Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:31:29.959+04:00 Ukraine reopens Russian oil pipeline, clearing way for €90 billion EU loan after months-long 'blockade' Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/lawsuit-vs-mrbeast-employee-alleges-she-was-harassed-for-years-fired-after-maternity-leave-the-amount-of-hours-you-work-is-irrelevant-1.500516106 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/lbm9ajge/preview.jpg FILE - YouTube personality MrBeast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, watches a contestant's shot in a free throw shooting contest that he sponsored at the conclusion of of an NCAA college basketball game between USC Upstate and North Carolina, Dec. 13, 2025, in Chapel Hill, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Seward, File) Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:18:03.098+04:00 Lawsuit vs MrBeast: Employee alleges she was harassed for years, fired after maternity leave — 'The amount of hours you work is irrelevant' MrBeast sexual harassment pregnant maternity leave Lorrayne Mavromatis https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/new-york-times-says-fbi-investigated-reporter-after-article-about-director-kash-patels-girlfriend-1.500516144 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/qlstdj9u/preview.jpg FBI Director Kash Patel speaks during a news conference at the Justice Department, Tuesday, April 21, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File) Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:04:03.394+04:00 New York Times says FBI investigated reporter after article about director Kash Patel's girlfriend kash patel girlfriend new york times investigation https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/meet-ajitesh-argal-world-cup-hero-with-kohli-income-tax-officer-now-ipl-umpire-1.500516033-1.500516033 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/wpuzgfqh/Virat-and-Ajitesh-Argal Former U19 World Cup-winning teammates Virat Kohli and Ajitesh Argal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/wpuzgfqh/Virat-and-Ajitesh-Argal Former U19 World Cup-winning teammates Virat Kohli and Ajitesh Argal Gulf News en 2026-04-23T06:00:00.000+04:00 Meet Ajitesh Argal: World Cup hero with Kohli, Income Tax officer, now IPL umpire IPL https://gulfnews.com/technology/trump-media-has-pivoted-to-crypto-financial-services-and-nuclear-fusion-its-stock-keeps-falling-1.500516088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/kmbq5794/preview.jpg FILE - The download screen for Truth Social app is seen on a laptop computer, March 20, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File) Gulf News en 2026-04-23T05:42:22.177+04:00 Trump Media has pivoted to crypto, financial services and nuclear fusion —its stock keeps falling trump media truth social bitcoin nuclear cryptocurrencies social media https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/1491-kmh-thunder-18-year-old-ali-raza-becomes-youngest-pakistani-to-claim-t20-hat-trick-1.500515836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/y7eyjyk1/Ali-Raza Ali Raza is a record breaker https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/y7eyjyk1/Ali-Raza Ali Raza is a record breaker Gulf News en 2026-04-23T05:38:00.000+04:00 149.1 km/h thunder: 18-year-old Ali Raza becomes youngest Pakistani to claim T20 hat-trick Cricket, psl, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-reopening-impossible-due-to-ceasefire-violations-irans-ghalibaf-1.500516120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/hcc61ug4/Irans-Parliament-Speaker-Mohammad-Bagher-Ghalibaf.jpg Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf Gulf News en 2026-04-23T04:59:12.722+04:00 Hormuz reopening 'impossible' due to ceasefire violations: Iran's Ghalibaf Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/personal-finance/entrepreneur-justin-sun-sues-trump-family-crypto-venture-1.500516086 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/29/Chinese-born-crypto-founder-Justin-Sun-banana_19377adfe1f_large.jpg Chinese-born crypto founder Justin Sun eats a banana artwork composed of a fresh banana stuck to a wall with duct tape, in Hong Kong on November 29, 2024, after buying the provocative work of conceptual art by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan at a New York auction for $6.2 million. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T04:27:01.302+04:00 Entrepreneur Justin Sun sues Trump family crypto venture Personal Finance, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-global-entrepreneurship-festival-2026-concludes-1.500515978 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/8ncuyn1z/Abu-Dhabi-Global-Entrepreneurship-Festival-2026-.jpeg Attendees at the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival (ADGEF) 2026 featured over 300 speakers, workshops and sessions on entrepreneurship, investment, AI and future economy trends, alongside initiatives supporting youth and social enterprises, including a Dh1 million grant challenge. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T04:20:41.433+04:00 Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 concludes UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israeli-airstrike-kills-journalist-in-south-lebanon-civil-defence-1.500516011 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/mj3xewns/Amal-Khalil.jpeg Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T03:58:50.528+04:00 Israeli airstrike kills journalist in south Lebanon: civil defence Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/gcc-statistics-highlight-womens-key-role-in-health-education-tourism-1.500516042 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/1vaq8zvt/dy1035sp1ka01a1po.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T03:49:16.098+04:00 GCC statistics highlight women’s key role in health, education, tourism UAE, Emiratisation https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-france-agree-3-year-deal-to-stop-migrant-crossings-1.500516082 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-09/rov0zoa0/newsml_afp_com_20260409T090434Z_doc_a78m9l3.jpeg A man sits next to rescue units after an attempt to cross the English Channel illegally turned tragic with several migrants found in cardiac arrest, in France's Pas-de-Calais northern coastal city of Equihen-Plage on April 9, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T03:43:28.374+04:00 UK, France agree 3-year deal to stop migrant crossings Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/tesla-profits-rose-in-the-first-quarter-as-musk-teases-debut-of-new-roadster-1.500516074 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-10/kvghqz3q/Tesla-Model-Y-Launch-Series.jpg File photo of a Tesla Model Y. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T03:30:19.704+04:00 Tesla profits rose in the first quarter as Musk teases debut of new Roadster tesla earnings profit results musk robotaxi https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/brazil-revokes-us-officials-credentials-in-latest-diplomatic-spat-1.500516075 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-27/p6dri3ch/ANI_20250826231406.jpg Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T03:25:27.915+04:00 Brazil revokes US official's credentials in latest diplomatic spat Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/pentagon-says-navy-secretary-john-phelan-is-leaving-immediately-in-latest-departure-of-a-top-defence-leader-1.500516081 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/p7shjpj2/preview.jpg FILE - Secretary of the Navy John Phelan speaks, as President Donald Trump listens, at Trump's Mar-a-Lago club, Dec. 22, 2025, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, file) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/nqj29nwv/Screenshot_2026_04_23_at_6_33_46_AM.png Hung Cao, acting US Navy Secretary. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T02:27:18.929+04:00 US Navy chief out, leaving 'immediately': Pentagon pentagon navy secretary phelan cao https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/city-go-top-with-narrow-victory-over-burnley-1.500516092 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/yv9vayo2/08g035sq1ka05n8po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T02:11:48.564+04:00 City go top with narrow victory over Burnley Football https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport-records-major-global-achievements-under-strategic-vision-1.500515967 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/udi0vnh1/fml034si1ka1oy5po.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/07/17/Team-Abu-Dhabi-1-on-the-way-to-victory-in-Poland_17ab4ea6467_large.jpg Team Abu Dhabi 1. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T02:03:58.103+04:00 UAE sport records major global achievements under strategic vision Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/pezeshkian-rebukes-trump-breach-of-commitments-blockade-threats-main-obstacles-to-genuine-talks-1.500516028 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-08/3a5etb7z/202505083398612.jpg US President Donald Trump and Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian — even as questions remain over who holds authority to negotiate any ceasefire. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T01:43:26.702+04:00 Pezeshkian rebukes Trump: Cites 3 'main obstacles' to genuine talks Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-crude-climbs-back-above-100-as-oil-benchmarks-rally-late-april-22-1.500516040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.797567_4219047303_16ada58c407_large.jpg Brent crude's rise about $100 places the international benchmark back into triple-digit territory after days of volatile trading below that level. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/dzvyhew1/Screenshot-2026-04-23-at-4.21.49-AM.png Fossil fuel rates as of 8.21PM GMT April 22, (5.21 AM Tokyo, April 23, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-04-23T00:29:27.249+04:00 Brent crude climbs back above $100 as oil benchmarks rally Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/report-says-us-blocked-500-million-cash-shipment-to-iraq-over-pro-iran-attacks-1.500516031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/12/14/US-dollars-dollar-stacks_193c536bfcd_large.jpg Iraq was drawn into the Middle East war with strikes targeting Iran-backed groups. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T00:13:59.996+04:00 Report says US blocked $500 million cash shipment to Iraq over pro-Iran attacks Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-keeps-schools-online-until-further-notice-1.500516027 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/ux0ie1oz/Activities_you_can_try_at_home__170f37270d1_original_ratio.jpg 13. Take an online class: Since people have been advised by the UAE government to stay indoors as much as possible, one can take an online class from the comfort of your home. And they are free. all you need is a little research. From public speaking classes, to becoming a social media master, make use of your time and learn something new. Gulf News en 2026-04-23T00:04:15.035+04:00 Kuwait keeps schools online until further notice Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-to-get-costlier-the-more-hormuz-disruption-drags-on-amid-war-risks-1.500515788 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/v5np7wj5/Oil-tanker.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-23T00:01:00.000+04:00 Oil to get costlier the more Hormuz disruption drags on amid war risks Energy, Markets, Fuel prices, US-Israel-Iran war, oil, oil price https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-embassy-in-beirut-warns-against-scam-messages-impersonating-officials-1.500515968 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/pw6cf38f/UAE-Flag Gulf News en 2026-04-22T22:29:08.318+04:00 UAE Embassy in Beirut warns against scam messages impersonating officials Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/new-darb-toll-gates-in-abu-dhabi-locations-fees-and-whos-exempt-1.500515970 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/fk1p2el2/Darb_toll_gate_1896492d0a9_original_ratio.JPG New Dh4 tolls launch May 4—locations, exemptions, and alternate routes explained Gulf News en 2026-04-22T22:26:07.104+04:00 New Darb toll gates in Abu Dhabi: locations, fees, and who’s exempt Transport, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/fujairah-authority-releases-and-tracks-rehabilitated-turtles-1.500515906 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/p6ovxacz/15.jpg Fujairah releases turtles to track migration routes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/zvwab9ty/15.jpg Fujairah releases turtles to track migration routes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/v9bjtplq/4.jpg UAE scientists tag rescued turtles to study behaviour and support marine conservation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/gmsij6lh/IMG9984.JPG number of green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) back into their natural habitat after rescue and rehabilitation. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T22:06:38.486+04:00 Fujairah authority releases and tracks rehabilitated turtles Environment, UAE, Fujairah, Environment https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-winning-numbers-out-did-you-get-lucky-this-time-1.500515907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/rlb78gyp/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-9.31.58-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260422 Gulf News en 2026-04-22T21:55:05.931+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Winning numbers out – did you get lucky this time? UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-and-syrian-presidents-discuss-bilateral-relations-and-regional-developments-1.500515925 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/v5c01d91/1o6034s71ka1nnypo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T21:39:29.448+04:00 UAE and Syrian Presidents discuss bilateral relations and regional developments UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/chelsea-sack-rosenior-after-worst-run-since-1912-1.500515871 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/uyzhfqel/Chelsea-sacked-Rosenior Chelsea sack Rosenior https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/uyzhfqel/Chelsea-sacked-Rosenior Chelsea sack Rosenior Gulf News en 2026-04-22T20:37:16.141+04:00 Chelsea sack Rosenior after worst run since 1912 Football, football, Chelsea https://gulfnews.com/uae/hamdan-bin-mohammed-visits-khda-commends-education-community-1.500515856 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/xpbh9mw8/Sheikh-Hamdan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/yhs375xl/hamdan_2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/f688l70i/Hamdan_4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T20:24:43.042+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan visits KHDA, commends education community UAE, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-receives-italian-defence-minister-2-1.500515831 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/xdqmgf0b/Sheikh-Mohamed-bin-Zayed-Al-Nahyan-President-of-the-United-Arab-Emirates-R-meets-with-HE-Guido-Crosetto-Minister-of-Defence-of-Italy-2nd-L. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (R) meets with HE Guido Crosetto, Minister of Defence of Italy (2nd L). Gulf News en 2026-04-22T19:55:04.256+04:00 UAE President receives Italian Defence Minister UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/civil-defence-intensifies-summer-safety-inspections-in-sharjah-1.500515741 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/njdob7ie/IMG-20260422-WA0111.jpg Officials say the goal is to embed a culture of safety as a shared responsibility. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/mya6skgt/IMG-20260422-WA0111.jpg Sharjah Civil Defence ramps up inspections and safety campaigns before summer Gulf News en 2026-04-22T19:00:17.982+04:00 Civil Defence intensifies summer safety inspections in Sharjah emergencies, Sharjah, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/technology/du-posts-155-profit-growth-in-q1-despite-march-slowdown-linked-to-regional-tensions-1.500515771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-24/41e6vvsz/du-HQ.jpg The du headquarters at Dubai Hills Gulf News en 2026-04-22T18:55:26.317+04:00 du posts 15.5% profit growth in Q1 despite March slowdown linked to regional tensions Technology, Markets, Government, technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/fnc-condemns-terrorist-plot-targeting-uaes-security-stability-1.500515695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/zaxczszu/g32034v21ka1d8hpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T18:25:33.681+04:00 FNC condemns terrorist plot targeting UAE's security, stability UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistans-mohammad-nawaz-under-pcb-investigation-after-positive-drug-test-1.500515717 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-08/yo5asmne/newsml_afp_com_20250804T035614Z_doc_68nh79b.jpeg Mohammad Nawaz Gulf News en 2026-04-22T18:15:30.741+04:00 Pakistan’s Mohammad Nawaz under PCB investigation after positive drug test Cricket, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/sport/fabio-capello-gives-brutal-take-on-englands-world-cup-chances-1.500515693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ccfbj7qu/Former_England_manager_Fabio_Capello_arrives_at_the_Dubai_Globe_Soccer_Awards_17e017a8641_original_r.jpg The former England boss gave an honest response when asked about England's chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Gulf News en 2026-04-22T17:56:15.540+04:00 Fabio Capello gives brutal take on England’s World Cup chances Sport, Football, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-ruler-launches-al-qawasim-digital-application-platform-1.500515683 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/h9vwxll2/Sharjah-Ruler-at-the-launch https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/iddctbfa/6__2_.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T17:54:22.844+04:00 Sharjah Ruler launches Al Qawasim digital application, platform UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/kalba-initiative-aids-residents-in-rental-court-rulings-1.500515606 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/2atxp5ld/KH3A7946.JPG Financial relief system launched for families facing tenancy disputes in Kalba https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/o3t3c1oe/KH3A7954.JPG Financial relief system launched for families facing tenancy disputes in Kalba Gulf News en 2026-04-22T17:48:00.704+04:00 Kalba initiative aids residents in rental court rulings UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/dubai-metro-gold-line-1.500515658 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/aickmq8b/DUBAI-METRO-GOLD-LINE The Dubai Metro Gold Line is a newly announced Dh34 billion public transport project designed to significantly expand the emirate's rail network. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T17:33:43.861+04:00 Dubai Metro Gold Line: Everything UAE residents need to know about the 42km expansion Living-Transport, Transport, RTA, Dubai Metro, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/sport/abu-dhabi-a-very-special-place-says-ronaldo-nazario-1.500515654 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/xzwl5eo4/newsml_afp_com_20251206T183459Z_doc_87bk7u7.jpeg Brazilian former player Ronaldo Nazario visits Abu Dhabi and signs agreement to become ambassador of Aldar Properties Gulf News en 2026-04-22T17:29:22.455+04:00 Abu Dhabi “a very special place” says Ronaldo Nazario Sport, Football, football, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/pages-that-remember-rooms-that-listened-1.500514513 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/mf3xtv96/WEDDING-ALBUM-1-Read-Only.jpg Between laughter, faded edges, bell-bottoms, and puffed sleeves, the wedding album was more than photographs. It was a witness to beginnings, a keeper of stories, a space where past and present met. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T17:16:56.457+04:00 Pages that remember, rooms that listened Op-Eds, Offbeat https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/ben-sulayem-pays-tribute-to-all-parties-for-formula-one-changes-1.500515642 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-12/sm6frno7/newsml_afp_com_20251212T105024Z_doc_87wn4we.jpeg FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem Gulf News en 2026-04-22T17:12:58.368+04:00 Ben Sulayem pays tribute to all parties for Formula One changes Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/butter-chicken-tsunami-remark-sparks-outrage-in-new-zealand-1.500514856 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/zg6srta2/butter.gif "I don't care how much criticism we get, I am just never going to agree with a butter chicken tsunami coming to New Zealand," Jones told Reality Check Radio. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:58:09.488+04:00 ‘Butter Chicken Tsunami’ remark sparks outrage in New Zealand Oceania, New Zealand https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-a-dubai-teenager-is-tackling-traffic-and-climate-change-with-a-no-app-free-carpool-idea-this-world-earth-day-1.500515514 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/uzg1zub4/Anvith-Yalamanchili-founder-Community-Carpool.jpeg Anvith Yalamanchili,17, has developed a car-pooling platform that has received institutional backing too from Damac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/st87mmet/DAMAC_launches_Car_pool_initiative_on_Earth_Day.jpg Car-pooling being adopted by Damac employees Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:55:27.049+04:00 How a Dubai teenager is tackling traffic and climate change with a no-app, free carpool idea this World Earth Day UAE, Business, UAE, Dubai, Environment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dnata-to-invest-a32m-in-western-sydney-airport-cargo-terminal-1.500515600 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/nn8p65jz/dnata039snewoperationisprojectedtocreateapproximately50directroles.jpg dnata will operate from a 5,000 sqm warehouse facility within WSI’s 24-hour Cargo Precinct, supported by an additional 4,000 sqm of surrounding land. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:54:46.345+04:00 dnata to invest A$32m in Western Sydney Airport cargo terminal Aviation, Dnata, Emirates Group https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-to-cut-car-duties-open-market-by-2030-1.500515574 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/05/Volkswagen-HQ_191c2abd0aa_large.jpg Under the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) agreed with the Washington-based lender, Pakistan has committed that no new Regulatory Duty (RD) will be imposed on imports — a move seen as a clear shift towards trade liberalisation. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:53:36.808+04:00 Pakistan to cut car duties, open market by 2030 Pakistan, Business, Auto, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-dubai-unveils-gold-line-metro-expansion-plan-connecting-15-areas-1.500515607 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/56fwl8sc/DUBAI-METRO-GOLD-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:46:49.390+04:00 Watch: Dubai unveils Gold Line Metro expansion plan connecting 15 areas UAE, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/from-survivor-to-supporter-abu-dhabi-based-expat-offers-free-autism-assessments-to-uae-families-1.500515557 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/0xniq64y/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-22-at-15.28.42.jpeg From being a cancer survivor to advocating autism awareness, this Filipina engineer in the UAE opens her doors to families who need it most https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/uyi9pqty/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-13-at-14.59.29.jpeg Lilac Schonberg, Filipina mechatronic robotics engineer, doctoral graduate, breast cancer survivor, and autism advocate based in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/yyire535/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-22-at-15.28.42-3.jpeg The approach is integrated into structured storytelling exercises, emotion recognition tasks, and physical interaction modules, with measurable outcomes tracked throughout Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:40:34.661+04:00 From survivor to supporter: Abu Dhabi-based expat offers free autism assessments to UAE families people, UAE, Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/under-fire-nepal-minister-quits-after-weeks-in-office-1.500515526 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ojn57sxh/ANI_20260422091236.jpg Former Nepal Home Minister Sudan Gurung Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:29:23.342+04:00 Under-fire Nepal minister quits after weeks in office World https://gulfnews.com/sport/cristiano-ronaldo-gives-bold-take-on-arsenals-title-hopes-1.500515556 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/6n8gi15f/200909_Ronaldo_174706f2e42_large.jpg Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo rules out Arsenal winning the Premier League title https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/1fc6nap5/newsml_afp_com_20260419T170519Z_doc_a8c8729.jpeg Arsenal were beat by their Premier League title rivals on Sunday https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/0pg3m5as/Ronaldo_won_the_title_with_Manchester_United_in_2007_171263beede_original_ratio.jpg Ronaldo was a Premier League winner for three consecutive seasons at Manchester United Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:20:12.144+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo gives bold take on Arsenal’s title hopes Sport, Football, premier league, arsenal, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/new-uae-farming-tech-cuts-energy-by-60-and-saves-water-1.500515546 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/db7542zv/a182e64b-0263-4908-a000-caae99f49c13.jpeg AI and smart sensors help boost food production and sustainability. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:18:59.041+04:00 New UAE farming tech cuts energy by 60% and saves water Environment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-jails-lawyer-for-3-years-over-false-posts-on-citizenship-revocation-1.500515356 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-04/7gufu3yv/court-hammer.jpg According to court documents, the lawyer deliberately circulated claims unsupported by official evidence. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:13:08.805+04:00 Kuwait jails lawyer for 3 years over false posts on citizenship revocation Kuwait, kuwait citizenship https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-indian-consular-services-to-move-from-bls-to-alhind-from-july-1-1.500515515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-29/c2sbem9v/STAFFNAT_250829_New_Indian_Passport_VSAKLANI_61756465546784.jpg Indians in the UAE will need to use Alhind Tours and Travels for passport renewals, visa applications and other consular services from July 1, replacing BLS International which has handled the contract since 2011. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:08:24.229+04:00 UAE Indian consular services to move from BLS to Alhind from July 1 UAE, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/chelsea-sinking-like-titanic-after-hitting-blueco-iceberg-worst-run-since-1912-1.500515507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/dlxitjuw/Screenshot-from-2026-04-22-15-50-06.png Chelsea are sinking under the BlueCo ownership https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/xztb3a4h/Chelsea Chelsea are sinking under the BlueCo ownership Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:07:23.781+04:00 Chelsea sinking like Titanic after hitting BlueCo iceberg, worst run since 1912 Football https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-gdrfa-reviews-welfare-at-major-worker-site-1.500515445 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/8gr2j9mn/IMG-20260422-WA0038.jpg Officials review facilities and engage workers at Arab Construction Company site in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/8kr8xp5k/IMG-20260422-WA0034.jpg Officials review facilities and engage workers at Arab Construction Company site in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/tg3lvira/IMG-20260422-WA0029.jpg Officials review facilities and engage workers at Arab Construction Company site in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/b6xx35cb/IMG-20260422-WA0030.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/x4axuqmb/IMG-20260422-WA0031.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/kiwa72tl/IMG-20260422-WA0032.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/q4khmy09/IMG-20260422-WA0033.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/1zph8vqb/IMG-20260422-WA0034.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/gyd734pq/IMG-20260422-WA0035.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/4bz95c66/IMG-20260422-WA0036.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ratsgwgh/IMG-20260422-WA0037.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/t4w9rdq9/IMG-20260422-WA0038.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:06:18.093+04:00 Dubai GDRFA reviews welfare at major worker site UAE, Dubai, UAE Labour Law, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iraq-woman-killed-four-children-injured-as-old-house-collapses-in-kirkuk-1.500515513 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-09/9kh5052y/newsml_afp_com_20260209T171645Z_doc_96qg9we.jpeg Old building collapses in Iraq's Kirkuk https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-22/icvrk0d4/oman.jpg Old building collapses in Kirkuk Gulf News en 2026-04-22T16:04:13.321+04:00 Iraq: Woman killed, four children injured as old house collapses in Kirkuk Mena https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/travelling-this-eid-al-adha-8-smart-picks-for-flights-staycations-and-holiday-getaways-uae-2026-1.500515432 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ah6vgzql/STOCK_travel_airport_generic_17e7d5c4cda_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T15:42:52.835+04:00 Travelling this Eid Al-Adha? 8 smart picks for flights, staycations and holiday getaways, UAE 2026 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/ipl-2026-abhishek-sharma-rewrites-record-books-with-stunning-135-1.500515495 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/5wd7qufm/Sharma.jpg Sunrisers Hyderabad's Abhishek Sharma celebrates his century during the IPL match against Delhi Capitals in Hyderabad, on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T15:33:32.151+04:00 IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma rewrites record books with stunning 135 IPL, IPL-Delhi, IPL-Hyderabad https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/cbuae-reports-surge-in-emiratisation-across-financial-sectors-exceeding-2025-targets-1.500515464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/53krntwy/Stock-Emiratisation Gulf News en 2026-04-22T15:18:18.242+04:00 CBUAE reports surge in Emiratisation across financial sectors, exceeding 2025 targets Banking, UAE Central Bank https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/europe-unveils-emergency-energy-plan-after-middle-east-crisis-adds-24bn-to-import-bill-1.500515451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/zojkyu4i/Jetfuel The Middle East conflict has cost the European Union an additional €24 billion in energy import costs since it escalated, without delivering any extra supply to the bloc. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T15:10:39.667+04:00 Europe unveils emergency energy plan after Middle East crisis adds €24bn to import bill Aviation, Energy, Europe travel, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/new-dubai-metro-golden-line-project-announced-1.500515467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/zwjp8x1i/MBR-GOLDEN https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/h5q9w1tj/HGgjOZMbgAAbL4_.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T15:08:22.018+04:00 New Dubai Metro Gold Line project announced Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/is-ms-dhoni-ready-to-face-mumbai-indians-in-ipl-2026-1.500515453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/hhxn6vhg/newsml_afp_com_20250520T153136Z_doc_47g42dq.jpeg MS Dhoni is yet to feature in the 2026 IPL https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/83yt2vb1/202604223759439.jpeg Dhoni was back in training at Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday Gulf News en 2026-04-22T15:05:22.791+04:00 Is MS Dhoni ready to face Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026? Sport, IPL, Cricket, IPL-Chennai, MS Dhoni https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/more-expensive-flights-ahead-as-philippine-fuel-surcharge-jumps-levels-1.500515412 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/6oqi58s5/gulfnews2024-11-183b3019asflight18594ab55f7originalratio.avif The Philippine Civil Aeronautics Board has issued an interim implementation for the imposition of passenger and cargo fuel surcharge from April 16 to 30 Gulf News en 2026-04-22T14:49:35.201+04:00 More expensive flights ahead as Philippine fuel surcharge jumps levels Aviation, Philippines, travel, Asia, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/oneclickdrive-expands-car-rental-marketplace-across-morocco-including-marrakech-1.500515411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/4xyix3cu/One-Click-Drive.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T14:27:55.831+04:00 OneClickDrive expands car rental marketplace across Morocco, including Marrakech Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/earth-day-2026-natural-history-museum-abu-dhabi-offers-workshops-and-activities-1.500515328 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-23/4pagylcs/newsml_afp_com_20251123T074704Z_doc_84vw69g.jpeg Visitors stand looking at a Tyrannosaurus rex fossil at the newly opened Natural History Museum in Saadiyat Cultural District of Abu Dhabi on November 22, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T14:22:53.717+04:00 Earth Day 2026: Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi offers workshops and activities Lifestyle, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/homestay-horror-us-tourist-alleges-spiked-drink-rape-wifi-cut-off-1.500515371 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/serp6z64/shutterstock_640095790_rape_sexual_abuse_generic_174a458361f_original_ratio.jpg The incident took place in Kutta village, where the woman had checked into the homestay for a three-day stay. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T14:02:46.513+04:00 Homestay horror: US tourist alleges spiked drink, rape, WiFi cut off India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/hafeet-rail-what-to-know-about-the-uae-oman-train-route-1.500222149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-04/k41rrgmq/Hafeet-Rail How Hafeet Rail will transform travel between the UAE and Oman with faster journeys, scenic routes, and seamless cross-border connectivity. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:51:54.269+04:00 Hafeet Rail: What to know about the UAE-Oman train route Living-Transport, Oman, UAE, Oman, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/planning-child-travel-philippines-names-pages-to-avoid-fake-travel-clearance-services-1.500515330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/quyd3n36/20210603_dubai_airports_179d012c2dc_original_ratio.jpg Public urged to connect with official communication channels for proper assistance and information Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:41:05.869+04:00 Planning child travel? Philippines names pages to avoid fake travel clearance services Philippines, Philippines, travel, Asia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/drakes-iceman-teaser-grips-toronto-as-fans-risk-injury-cracking-200-ton-ice-block-flames-fall-short-1.500515349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-03/b7ppk98y/Drake Drake Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:40:38.866+04:00 Drake’s Iceman fever grips Toronto as fans risk injury cracking 200-ton ice block; flames fall short Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/inside-leicester-city-fc-from-elite-ambition-to-financial-burden-1.500515304 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/or61ycw4/Leicester-City-training-center The LCFC Training Ground is widely regarded as one of the most advanced training facilities in English football https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/xfb706i3/leicester-city A youth fixture against Leicester City U21s gave me the chance to experience Leicester City's outstanding training facility firsthand https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/bs3ars96/Leicester_City_training_center. Opened in December 2020, the 185-acre complex was designed as a long-term statement of ambition following Leicester’s rise to Premier League champions in 2016 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/6nzoycaq/leicester-city Leicester City U21s edged a 3–2 win in the match https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/95fxhpvg/newsml_afp_com_20260420T183004Z_doc_a8fe2nq.jpeg The club have gone from Premier League champions to the third tier of English football in just a decade https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/s4scw16b/Leicester_City_training_center. The facility symbolised Leicester’s intent to operate as a top-tier club Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:37:59.594+04:00 Inside Leicester City FC: From Elite Ambition to Financial Burden Sport, Football, football, premier league https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/lufthansa-cuts-20000-summer-flights-to-save-jet-fuel-costs-whats-next-for-european-airlines-1.500515315 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-14/y73tub76/Lufthansa European airlines are cutting flights and trimming routes as rising fuel costs and geopolitical tensions reshape summer travel plans. Lufthansa celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-14/sxq7sya4/Lufthansa Aircraft movements at major European hubs are set to decline slightly. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:23:00.559+04:00 Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights to save jet fuel costs – What's next for European airlines Aviation, Travel, Europe travel https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-steps-up-preparations-for-hajj-2026-to-ensure-pilgrim-safety-1.500515267 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/5hwet6y7/20230627_hajj_2023_188fce7cdc5_original_ratio.jpg Pilgrims perform the Umrah at the Holy Kaaba, as they start arriving to perform the annual Hajj at the Grand Mosque, in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:12:58.372+04:00 Saudi Arabia steps up preparations for Hajj 2026 to ensure pilgrim safety Saudi, Gulf, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-fuel-prices-for-may-2026-will-it-rise-or-fall-sharply-after-iran-ceasefire-1.500515303 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/29/Petrol-station--Petrol-pump--fuel-station_16a688107e7_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:11:18.309+04:00 UAE fuel prices for May 2026: Will they rise or fall sharply after Iran ceasefire? Energy, Government, Markets, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-ceasefire-why-the-us-hit-pause-instead-of-push-1.500515307 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/fr78fwxe/ANI_20260422051859.jpg US President Donald Trump has positioned himself as a deal-maker seeking a broader settlement, but the strategy relies heavily on pressure to bring Iran to the table. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/3f8hv3ci/gulfnews2026-03-23rvxvso11newsmlafpcom20260323T115024Zdoca4dm8g3.avif Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:05:06.519+04:00 Iran ceasefire: Why the US hit pause instead of push Mena, Americas, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-astronomers-reveal-likely-date-for-eid-al-adha-1.500515290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-27/56dvfr59/crescent-moon Sharjah astronomers project May 27, 2026, as first day of Eid Al Adha Gulf News en 2026-04-22T13:01:30.793+04:00 Eid Al Adha 2026 likely date revealed for UAE UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/cancer-battling-boys-wish-comes-true-as-he-meets-shaheen-afridi-after-his-video-plea-went-viral-1.500515221 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/uu670fa6/Shaheen-Sha-Afridi Shaheen Shah Afridi with his fan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/uu670fa6/Shaheen-Sha-Afridi Shaheen Shah Afridi with his fan Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:53:16.723+04:00 Cancer-battling boy’s wish comes true as he meets Shaheen Afridi after his video plea went viral Cricket, psl https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/don-3-controversy-cooling-off-ranveer-singh-and-farhan-akhtar-move-toward-settlement-after-months-of-tension-1.500515283 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-11/6ibbsfud/Ranveer-Singh-and-Farhan-Akhtar Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar head for truce, according to new reports Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:48:25.020+04:00 Don 3 controversy cooling off? Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar move toward settlement after months of tension Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/how-uae-parents-can-cut-childrens-screen-time-and-prevent-common-school-illnesses-1.500515260 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/10/08/Children-on-phones_17507995868_large.jpg "I encourage families to think about is not screen time as the enemy, but replacing it with something the child genuinely looks forward to. That is what actually works," said Dr. Kejal Merani, specialist pediatrician at Aster Clinic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ai8ldnuf/Dr-Sameh-Ali.jpeg Dr. Sameh Ali, specialist paediatrician and neonatologist at Medcare Shaikh Saqr Al Qasimi Hospital in Sharjah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/dc6lp8z7/Dr-Kejal-Merani.jpg Dr. Kejal Merani, specialist pediatrician at Aster Clinic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/qx1pmn2u/Dr-Puneet-Wadhwa.jpeg Dr. Puneet Wadhwa, consultant paediatrician at Prime Hospital Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:43:27.821+04:00 How UAE parents can cut children’s screen time and prevent common school illnesses Health, Parenting-Child-Health, UAE, Health, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/emirates-health-services-now-accepts-insurance-across-all-uae-facilities-1.500515270 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/nzhz446d/IMG4757.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/3wihco31/IMG4755.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:42:22.783+04:00 Emirates Health Services now accepts insurance across all UAE facilities Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/rak-police-warn-motorists-against-fake-car-insurance-scams-online-1.500515186 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/gvzqdut5/47664cac-1d83-4571-bc0e-abc290fcbb34.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:42:22.353+04:00 RAK Police warn motorists against fake car insurance scams online Crime, crime, Ras Al Khaimah tourism, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/manila-bets-on-chips-ai-and-critical-minerals-in-hub-strategy-what-it-promises-what-critics-say-1.500514843 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/vexwjnc0/Philippine_electronics_semiconductors_industry_17ec01ec5eb_original_ratio.jpg The Philippine electronics industry (exporting goods valued at about $4 billion a month) has been a star performer and top job creator. Key challenges in the Philippines include high power rates, unreliable electricity (especially in the provinces), corruption in infrastructure projects, a lack of whistleblower protection, and opportunity losses as investors turn to neighbouring countries. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/0mm5zalu/Philippine_semiconductors_electronics_industry_workers_17ec014db4d_original_ratio.jpg The Philippine electronics manufacturing sector remains a vital pillar of the country’s export economy, accounting for more than half of total exports. There are 2.2 million electronics industry workers in the Asian country. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/p2vrxqt4/Construction_of_the_North_South_Commuter_Railway_train_sets_1909d462a62_original_ratio.jpg Construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSC) is underway and is expected to serve the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC). The three-stage rail project will run a 147-km route, through 37 stations with up to 464 train cars. The P229-billion NSCR Operations and Maintenance (O&M) is being implemented under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) scheme. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/v7a4h9sq/Philippine_electronics_1932063d2d5_original_ratio.jpg There are about 300 member-companies under the trade group Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Inc (SEIPI). Map, below, show the geographic distribution of electronics manufacturing cluster, as per the Philippine Export Processing Zone Authority (PEZA). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/1xmg73g3/Timeline_electronics_Philippines_1932066d2b8_original_ratio.jpg In 2023, the Philippines exported $41.91 billion worth of electronic products, accounting for 56.9 per cent of the country's total exports. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:40:01.562+04:00 Manila bets on chips, AI and critical minerals in 'hub' strategy — what it promises Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabis-new-hr-regulations-tighten-rules-on-government-appointments-and-promotions-1.500515155 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/fh0qv0wy/IMG4745.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:37:06.242+04:00 Abu Dhabi's new HR regulations tighten rules on government appointments and promotions Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/andrea-pirlo-on-united-fc-and-comfortable-life-in-dubai-1.500514183 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/upx94flg/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-08-at-20.23.01.jpeg After an incredible playing career, Andrea Pirlo now finds himself in Dubai, battling for promotion to the UAE Pro League with United FC https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/a306xeg5/WhatsApp_Image_2026_04_08_at_20_23_00.jpeg The Italian was announced as the new manager of United FC in July 2025 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/faxig4wd/WhatsApp_Image_2026_04_08_at_20_23_01__1_.jpeg Adapting to a new style of football was something which Pirlo embraced in his early months at United FC https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2014/6/26/1_16a0833fa87.1352769_3547843620_16a0833fa87_medium.jpg A World Cup winner in 2006 with Italy, a two-time Champions League winner with AC Milan, Pirlo is widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of his generation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/zblztrjh/Pirlo-2.jpeg United FC are currently in pole position to get promoted to the UAE Pro League https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/67z7fu4z/2026__.jpg Pirlo pictured enjoying Christmas in Dubai with his family in pictures shared on his Instagram Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:33:55.445+04:00 Andrea Pirlo on United FC and “comfortable” life in Dubai Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, football, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-essential-goods-price-platform-1.500515244 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-25/4ehnrrkg/UAEgrocery The UAE’s Essential Goods Price Platform is a free online tool developed by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism and launched in April 2026. It tracks and compares real-time prices of 33 essential products across 12 major retail chains. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:30:29.527+04:00 How to compare grocery prices in the UAE and save money daily Living-Ask-Us, YourMoney-Budget-Living, Retail, UAE economy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rajpal-yadav-i-was-not-jailed-because-i-didnt-have-money-claims-cheque-bounce-case-led-to-rs-220-million-loss-1.500515248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-16/6mmcrrxv/644bfe9a0c586264cae13027e959775c.jpg Delhi HC ordered had earlier asked actor Rajpal Yadav surrender in cheque bounce case Gulf News en 2026-04-22T12:27:54.836+04:00 Rajpal Yadav: 'I was not jailed because I didn’t have money', claims cheque bounce case led to Rs 220 million loss Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/dubai-in-talks-to-expand-fuel-stations-to-ease-congestion-improve-traffic-flow-1.500515203 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/09/30/STOCK-Emirates-National-Oil-Company--ENOC--_174dfa9905f_large.jpg An Enoc petrol station in Dubai. Emirates National Oil Company will play a central role in implementing these improvements. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/jmnx8ala/Virtual-metting.jpg Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, chaired the council’s 93rd meeting, which was held virtually in the presence of Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the council. The meeting was also attended by senior officials across energy, infrastructure, and transport sectors. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:55:17.606+04:00 Dubai in talks to expand fuel stations to ease congestion, improve traffic flow Energy, Markets, Government, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/food/dubai-restaurant-week-returns-in-may-with-global-cuisine-showcase-1.500515190 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/15/Dubai-Restaurant-Week_178360fb1af_large.jpg Supplied Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:54:54.699+04:00 Dubai Restaurant Week returns in May with global cuisine showcase Food, Things To Do, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dmcc-launches-uptown-dubai-twin-office-towers-1.500515198 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/z0izlliw/DMCC-Uptown-Place-1.jpg The twin towers will add over 560,000 square feet of office space to Uptown Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/6y1oe8ty/DMCC-Uptown-Place-2.jpg Leasing for the new commercial towers is expected to begin in the second half of 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:45:25.067+04:00 DMCC launches Uptown Dubai twin office towers Property, Dubai property, Dubai Communities, Dubai rents https://gulfnews.com/uae/global-village-dubai-reopens-whats-new-whats-back-and-what-to-eat-and-ride-1.500515168 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-15/hbns180d/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-15-at-6.01.12-PM.jpeg It's almost the same as you left it: The colourful lanes, and the scents of shawarma, sugar, and grilled seafood. You leave with the same sense that the world has been squeezed into one glittering outdoor festival. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-16/681gbi3i/luqaimat.jpeg Luqaimat at a stall. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-16/sng1utq8/strawberries.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-16/4960wpaf/mangosticky.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-16/qdkqawfw/rides.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-16/6qoogz3y/photo1.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:43:44.606+04:00 Global Village Dubai reopens: What’s new, what’s back, and what to eat and ride UAE, Lifestyle, Global Village https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/dubai-turns-into-a-dance-floor-at-michaels-premiere-i-literally-felt-like-i-was-at-a-concert-1.500515191 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/qg2vvdca/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-22-at-11.33.10-AM-1.jpeg Dubai residents dancing to 'Beat it' by Michael Jackson https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/a6gnq71d/WhatsApp_Image_2026_04_22_at_11_33_10_AM.jpeg People dressed in fedoras and sequinned suits cosplaying the star https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/x5tj0fqt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-22-at-11.33.11-AM-1.jpeg Residents queued to watch the movie Michael Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:43:06.682+04:00 Dubai turns into a dance floor at Michael's premiere: 'I literally felt like I was at a concert' Entertainment, Lifestyle, HollyWood, Music, hollywood, Dubai, Music https://gulfnews.com/sport/dubai-basketball-clinch-aba-league-top-spot-1.500515128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/gpz15s49/DB1.jpeg Dubai Basketball earn their spot in the ABA League play-offs https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/fj5ttph8/DB22.jpeg The side have been forced to play their home matches in Bosnia due to conflict in the UAE Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:34:02.307+04:00 Dubai Basketball clinch ABA League top spot Sport, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/khalifa-fund-launches-funding-on-the-spot-at-abu-dhabi-entrepreneurship-festival-1.500515183 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/mhxrati5/5.jpg The Fund said it will continue to introduce initiatives that help entrepreneurs grow. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:32:21.970+04:00 Khalifa Fund launches ‘Funding on the Spot’ at Abu Dhabi entrepreneurship festival Retail https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-rise-with-global-rates-after-iran-ceasefire-extension-1.500515170 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/w0s7jwkw/Stock___Gold___Gold_shopping___Gold_in_UAE___UAE_Gold__189ea23b039_original_ratio.jpg Shoppers at a gold and diamond jewellery store in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T11:18:53.206+04:00 Dubai gold prices rise with global rates after Iran ceasefire extension Retail, Your Money, UAE Gold, Dubai gold, Saudi gold rate https://gulfnews.com/sport/jude-bellingham-buys-stake-in-birmingham-phoenix-cricket-franchise-1.500515108 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/jhbggqkg/Jude_Bellingham_1696952168893_18b1a3b3200_original_ratio.jpg English footballer Jude Bellingham has bought stake in Birmingham Phoenix cricket team https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-17/reu5o8p7/newsml_afp_com_20260317T200442Z_doc_a3nn7gu.jpeg Bellingham was born in Birmingham and played for the club from the age of eight Gulf News en 2026-04-22T10:10:37.464+04:00 Jude Bellingham buys stake in Birmingham Phoenix cricket franchise Sport, Football, Cricket, cricket, Real Madrid https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-to-confront-extremism-in-all-forms-vows-sheikh-abdullah-after-terrorist-plot-foiled-1.500514407 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/yafuh73u/2kt033j11ka1cjcpo.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/dcqejtsk/gulfnewsimport20220505WAM-UAE-ARMED-FILE2-165174477843218093a928celarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-04-22T10:01:25.336+04:00 UAE to confront ‘extremism in all forms’, vows Sheikh Abdullah after terrorist plot foiled Government, Kuwait, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/who-is-song-mino-k-pop-star-facing-18-month-prison-term-over-100-days-of-military-absence-1.500515082 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/fkiuv9lh/songmino.webp Gulf News en 2026-04-22T09:53:02.643+04:00 Who is Song Mino? K-pop star facing 18-month prison term over 100 days of military absence Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/i-dont-work-to-be-likeable-kritika-kamra-on-matka-king-complex-women-and-stepping-away-from-tv-fame-1.500515053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/aiwj0ejt/202604163751138.jpeg Kritika Kamra https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-11/qyjx19yj/202603113705177.jpeg Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur get hitched, host close-knit sundowner https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-29/kwzr4mje/ANI_20260329090217.jpg A poster of Matka King with Vijay Varma as one of its titular protagonist https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-10/o9u8unea/ANI_20260410150236.jpg The team behind Matka King: Vijay Varma, Siddharth Roy Kapur, Kritika Kamra, Siddharth Jadhav Gulf News en 2026-04-22T09:52:59.672+04:00 ‘I don’t work to be likeable’: Kritika Kamra on Matka King, complex women and stepping away from TV fame Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, Bollywood icons, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/btss-jungkook-rides-motorbike-through-seoul-in-viral-tiktok-as-army-spirals-what-can-he-not-do-1.500515024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/7xjb83vq/jungkook3.JPG Gulf News en 2026-04-22T09:14:55.274+04:00 BTS’s Jungkook rides motorbike through Seoul in viral TikTok as ARMY spirals: 'What can he not do?' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/ai-powered-robots-offer-new-hope-to-german-factories-1.500514905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/fzi5d8q1/Agile-Robots.png From 2027, Agile Robots plans to begin fitting out German factories, particularly those in the automotive industry, a crucial sector for Europe's biggest economy. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T09:04:56.453+04:00 AI-powered robots offer new hope to German factories Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/stranger-things-spin-off-drops-first-6-minutes-mike-and-elevens-lost-love-story-timeline-explained-1.500515002 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/gapw4ybk/mikeleven.jpg Finn Wolfhard and Millie Bobby Brown in the original series. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T08:29:51.250+04:00 Stranger Things spin-off new footage: Mike and Eleven make up for lost time, timeline explained Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-extends-ceasefire-to-give-iran-more-time-to-negotiate-1.500514787 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-26/nofr1ko8/20250126-trump Gulf News en 2026-04-22T07:31:05.320+04:00 Trump extends ceasefire to give Iran more time to negotiate Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-eid-al-adha-travel-book-early-as-high-fares-fuel-crisis-push-prices-up-1.500514510 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-21/1bv0zx1e/Stock-Dubai-Airport Travellers at Dubai International Airport as demand rises ahead of Eid Al Adha, with airlines gradually restoring flight capacity. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T07:00:00.000+04:00 UAE Eid Al Adha travel: Book early as high fares, fuel crisis push prices up Aviation, Travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-to-roll-out-100-fast-ev-chargers-under-new-strategic-partnership-1.500514829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/11/22/Stock-EV-Charging-Station_18bf62665f9_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-04-22T06:55:18.926+04:00 Sharjah to roll out 100 fast EV chargers under new strategic partnership Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/rak-police-inspect-schools-as-students-return-to-classrooms-1.500514827 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/yz4h876u/IMG-20260421-WA0098.jpg Ras Al Khaimah Police conduct school inspections as students fully return to classrooms. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/lktd1kql/IMG-20260421-WA0099.jpg Ras Al Khaimah Police conduct school inspections as students fully return to classrooms. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T06:53:00.054+04:00 RAK Police inspect schools as students return to classrooms Education, UAE, Education, Ras Al Khaimah, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/weather-light-rain-dust-and-cooler-conditions-forecast-in-uae-through-sunday-1.500514819 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/02/23/Rain_UAE_resources1_16a4a167543_large.jpg Light rain, dust, cooler conditions expected in the UAE Gulf News en 2026-04-22T06:49:44.576+04:00 Weather: Light rain, dust and cooler conditions forecast in UAE through Sunday Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-ceasefire-on-edge-trump-warns-fighting-may-resume-as-pakistan-prepares-talks-1.500513652 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-14/890qtcnl/Donald-Trump US President Donald Trump https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/xhns4vf2/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-5.54.23-AM.png The M/T Tifani was reportedly carrying about 2 million barrels of crude loaded at Kharg Island earlier this month, a key Iranian oil export hub. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/cv3nto1b/HGYPQ9DbMAAtVDu.jpg US forces patrol Arabian Sea after seizure of M/V Touska https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-12/gwhuzr6g/newsml_afp_com_20260412T000000Z_PH_GTY_2270607510.jpeg The visit follows a series of escalating actions that have heightened concerns over global energy security and regional stability. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/07/01/Copy-of-Iran_29386.jpg-7a247-1625142863239_17a62102588_large.jpg Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejehi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/07/16/JD-Vance_190bb80dbf3_large.jpg JD Vance https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/gg162poa/newsml_afp_com_20260421T175556Z_doc_a8jt2bn.jpeg France's President Emmanuel Macron (R) and Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam attend a joint declaration press event following their meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris on April 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T06:37:07.153+04:00 US-Iran ceasefire on edge: Trump extends deadline; UAE addresses rumours of external financial backing Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Iran Israel conflict, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uk-targets-10gw-solar-wind-buildout-on-public-land-to-cut-gas-from-power-bills-1.500514926 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-03/foin1q71/_1x_1.jpg Offshore wind turbines near Great Yarmouth, UK. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T06:35:47.074+04:00 UK targets 10GW solar-wind buildout on public land — what it means Energy, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/al-nassr-plan-could-see-ronaldo-play-with-his-son-ronaldo-jr-next-season-1.500514825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-06/h6h0q94j/Ronaldo-son.jpg Ronaldo and son together? Al Nassr plan sparks buzz https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-06/h6h0q94j/Ronaldo-son.jpg Ronaldo and son together? Al Nassr plan sparks buzz Gulf News en 2026-04-22T06:07:00.000+04:00 Al Nassr plan could see Ronaldo play with his son Ronaldo Jr next season Football, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/prepared-not-panicked-abu-dhabis-school-safety-guide-sets-a-new-standard-for-emergency-readiness-1.500514916 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/u6y94rad/IMG4741.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/bcxs77sf/IMG4740.jpeg New guidelines issued by UAE authorities pay special attention to school transportation, with clear responsibilities for drivers and supervisors. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/ytzgp15e/IMG4739.jpeg Teachers are at the forefront of handling emergencies within schools, according to new guidelines. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/o4r5vx4u/IMG4738.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T06:03:46.455+04:00 Prepared, not panicked: Abu Dhabi’s school safety guide sets a new standard for emergency readiness Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/176n4dh-oic-strongly-condemns-plot-targeting-security-1.500514828 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/pw6cf38f/UAE-Flag Gulf News en 2026-04-22T05:43:56.826+04:00 OIC strongly condemns plot targeting security, stability of UAE UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/fakhar-zaman-smashes-103-closing-in-on-babar-and-breaks-multiple-psl-records-1.500514812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/3kzqr9vr/Fakhar-Zaman Record-breaking night for Fakhar Zaman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/3kzqr9vr/Fakhar-Zaman Record-breaking night for Fakhar Zaman Gulf News en 2026-04-22T05:30:00.000+04:00 Fakhar Zaman smashes 103, closing in on Babar and breaks multiple PSL records Cricket, psl, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-government-of-iran-seriously-fractured-1.500514872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/26/People-walk-along-a-street-in-Tehran-_192c95ba2f5_large.jpg People walk along a street in Tehran. File photo Gulf News en 2026-04-22T05:18:14.437+04:00 Trump: Government of Iran 'seriously fractured' Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-15-minute-city-dubais-next-urban-shift-explained-1.500514021 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/pfpols2u/DUBAI-NEW-Read-Only.jpg An aerial view of Dubai Urban Masterplan 2040. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/hlip9wpk/WhatsApp_Image_2026_04_20_at_16_57_20.jpeg Mohammed Tahaineh Gulf News en 2026-04-22T05:03:00.000+04:00 The 15-minute city: Dubai’s next urban shift explained Op-Eds, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/bzttter-doe-planned-energy-investments-reach-aed-160-over-1.500514504 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/05/31/Renewables-UAE-energy-mix-_179c1f5152a_large.jpg UAE is fast-tracking the timetable on building new renewable energy capacities. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T04:56:56.094+04:00 DoE: Planned UAE energy investments to reach Dh160 billion over five years Energy https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/crude-oil-spikes-brent-near-100-as-us-announces-indefinite-extension-of-ceasefire-with-iran-1.500514864 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/pexgyg0q/Stock___Oil___energy___fuel_18890d064d0_original_ratio.jpg Global crude oil futures jumped on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/us2c52cw/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-7.58.50-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-04-22T04:17:10.288+04:00 Crude oil spikes, Brent near $100 as US announces indefinite extension of ceasefire with Iran Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/bztttnc-uae-affirms-importance-ensuring-freedom-navigation-1.500514693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/owgn3l6d/3cr033jo1ka1lwdpo.jpeg Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T03:45:09.305+04:00 UAE affirms importance of ensuring freedom of navigation, facilitating supply chains to secure agricultural inputs, stability of regional, global food security UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/video-us-marines-board-iran-linked-crude-oil-tanker-mt-tifani-1.500514823 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/xhns4vf2/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-5.54.23-AM.png The M/T Tifani was reportedly carrying about 2 million barrels of crude loaded at Kharg Island earlier this month, a key Iranian oil export hub. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/kks9vpqb/Screenshot_2026_04_22_at_5_54_23_AM.png The M/T Tifani was reportedly carrying about 2 million barrels of crude loaded at Kharg Island earlier this month, a key Iranian oil export hub. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T02:14:53.064+04:00 Video: US Marines board Iran-linked crude oil tanker 'M/T Tifani' Energy, Mena, World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-shock-middle-east-war-may-redraw-global-energy-routes-iea-1.500514818 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/prqzo6jr/Hormuz.jpg US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine speaks as a map of the Strait of Hormuz is displayed during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/gq31a6h1/Screenshot-2026-04-22-at-6.28.35-AM.png Commercial ships traffic in the Hormuz Strait as of 2.29am Gulf Standard Time, April 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T02:03:07.044+04:00 Hormuz shock: Middle East war may redraw global energy routes — IEA Mena, Energy, World https://gulfnews.com/world/rover-discovers-more-building-blocks-of-life-on-mars-1.500514106 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/v1zfca4s/Earth_to_Mars_173ec84cea2_original_ratio.jpg As the camera High-Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) pans over large swaths of Mars' surface, it occasionally discovers surprises like this towering dust devil, which was captured from 185 miles (297 kilometers) above the ground. The length of this whirlwind's shadow indicates that it was more than half a mile (800 meters) high – about the size of the United Arab Emirate's Burj Khalifa, the tallest building on Earth. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/tkx259b5/newsml_afp_com_20260421T101029Z_doc_a8h24ke.jpeg This NASA photo released June 7, 2018 shows a low-angle self-portrait of NASA's Curiosity Mars rover vehicle at the site from which it reached down to drill into a rock target called "Buckskin" on lower Mount Sharp. Gulf News en 2026-04-22T01:31:09.701+04:00 Rover discovers more building blocks of life on Mars World https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-and-sierra-leone-presidents-meet-to-discuss-bilateral-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500514776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/aum43r1q/zrc033ju1ka1tbqpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-22T00:01:47.033+04:00 UAE and Sierra Leone Presidents meet to discuss bilateral ties and regional developments UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/what-backup-routes-can-gulf-countries-use-instead-of-strait-of-hormuz-1.500514461 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-18/hle5idxq/Hormuz-Straight-AP.avif Gulf News en 2026-04-22T00:01:00.000+04:00 What backup routes can Gulf countries use instead of Strait of Hormuz? Energy, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/hafeet-rail-omanuae-railway-connection-project-at-40-completion-1.500514737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/c0a1hchv/hafeet-rail Landmark project to boost trade flows and strengthen regional ties https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/k3t2729y/rail_2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/m3elow2j/rail_3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T22:23:04.030+04:00 Hafeet Rail: Oman–UAE railway connection project at 40% completion UAE, Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-for-justice-to-unify-courts-police-prosecution-services-1.500514657 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/k501jxdk/IMG-20260421-WA0066.jpg Dubai Courts reviews progress of the “Dubai for Justice” platform with key partners in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/wbx4qhw4/Dubai-court-new-digital-system Dubai Courts reviews progress of the “Dubai for Justice” platform with key partners in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T21:33:08.531+04:00 ‘Dubai for Justice’ to unify courts, police, prosecution services Crime, UAE, Dubai Police, Duabi https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/wedding-tragedy-bride-collapses-and-dies-in-sharqia-1.500514644 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/eqbr7i0z/Wedding-tragedy The bride lost consciousness shortly before leaving the wedding hall in the city of Awlad Saqr, after reportedly suffering a severe cardiac episode. She was rushed to Awlad Saqr Central Hospital. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T21:10:38.755+04:00 Wedding tragedy: Bride collapses and dies in Sharqia Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mansour-leads-strategic-review-of-government-performance-1.500514656 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/b0da90xp/Sheikh-Mansour Sheikh Mansour Gulf News en 2026-04-21T20:57:03.279+04:00 Sheikh Mansour leads strategic review of government performance UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-recalls-flying-tiger-cups-over-lead-safety-risk-1.500514629 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/pxx6q206/image-4.jpg The Ministry said the 220ml cups sold during 2024 and 2025 were found to contain elevated levels of lead and cadmium in the external print, which may pose a risk to consumer health. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T20:44:29.733+04:00  UAE recalls Flying Tiger cups over lead safety risk Business, Living-Safety-Security, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-i-am-proud-of-dubai-airports-emirates-and-flydubai-teams-1.500514618 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/bihb2y7z/Sheikh-Hamdan Sheikh Hamdan conducts an inspection https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/ou2msof2/Sheikh_Hamdan_4.jpg Sheikh Hamdan at the airport https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/q9hyimmw/Sheikh_Hamdan_2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/16f23tru/Sheikh_Hamdan_3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T20:36:49.233+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan: I am proud of Dubai Airports, Emirates and flydubai teams UAE, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-puts-gender-balance-at-the-core-of-growth-eugene-mayne-1.500514585 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/2lsh4g88/PHOTO-2026-04-21-17-52-51.jpg Eugene Mayne, Founder and Group CEO of Tristar Group, delivering a keynote address at Limitless Forum Gulf News en 2026-04-21T20:27:59.965+04:00 UAE puts gender balance at the core of growth: Eugene Mayne UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/nafis-adds-new-groups-without-affecting-2-emiratisation-target-1.500514600 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/pw6cf38f/UAE-Flag The quota for private sector companies will continue to be calculated under existing Emiratisation policies, which apply to UAE nationals holding a family book, according to Al Khaleej newspaper. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T20:18:35.316+04:00 Nafis adds new groups without affecting 2% Emiratisation target Government, Business, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tehrans-perceptions-of-controlling-arabian-gulf-strait-of-hormuz-legally-invalid-completely-rejected-arab-league-1.500514554 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-31/f0tptnie/ANI_20260131023643.jpg Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit Gulf News en 2026-04-21T20:09:56.837+04:00 Tehran’s perceptions of controlling Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz legally invalid, completely rejected: Arab League Mena, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-women-drive-leadership-and-sustainable-development-says-sheikha-nada-al-mualla-1.500514601 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/k0m7z15z/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-21-at-6.18.40-PM.jpeg Sheikha Nada Bint Issa Al Mualla, Community Ambassador Gulf News en 2026-04-21T20:06:56.742+04:00 UAE women drive leadership and sustainable development, says Sheikha Nada Al Mualla UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/gdrfa-dubai-hits-956-future-readiness-with-ai-innovation-push-1.500514408 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/kiuopcat/IMG-20260421-WA0068.jpg GDRFA Dubai: A global government model in innovation and future readiness https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/jc860atz/IMG-20260421-WA0068.jpg GDRFA Dubai: A Global Government Model in Innovation and Future Readiness https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-04/ida0xyfp/STAFFNAT_250904_Dubai_Airport_VSAKLANI_111756977353851.jpg Passengers using 'Red Carpet' smart corridor at the Dubai International Airport Terminal-3. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T19:47:32.216+04:00 GDRFA Dubai hits 95.6% future readiness with AI innovation push Government, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Airport, UAE government services https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-firecracker-warehouse-blaze-kills-eight-police-1.500514556 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-24/pirpfsgx/Fire Gulf News en 2026-04-21T19:38:41.017+04:00 India firecracker warehouse blaze kills eight: police India https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/apples-next-iphone-update-could-fix-messaging-between-iphone-and-android-1.500514542 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/rr1fgkha/RCS-Message-STOCK-iMessage-iPhone-Android Apple testing encrypted RCS messages between iPhone and Android devices. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T19:26:33.788+04:00 Apple’s next iPhone update could fix messaging between iPhone and Android Consumer-Electronics, Retail https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/8-best-travel-tech-essentials-for-flights-weekends-and-long-trips-uae-2026-1.500514489 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/3uw02shv/pexels-zion-10104320.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/06/28/travel-tech_1905fe58473_medium.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T19:13:08.631+04:00 8 best travel tech essentials for flights, weekends and long trips, UAE (2026) Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-resilience-built-on-unity-and-preparedness-says-maitha-al-shamsi-1.500514507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/3dxwtq2s/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-21-at-6.04.36-PM.jpeg Maitha Mohammed Al Shamsi, CEO of the Community Empowerment Sector at the Community Development Authority in Dubai Gulf News en 2026-04-21T18:56:07.564+04:00 UAE resilience built on unity and preparedness, says Maitha Al Shamsi UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-devil-wears-prada-2-early-reviews-meryl-streep-and-anne-hathaway-rule-over-a-fierce-biting-sequel-1.500514462 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/vpwd7ryh/newsml_afp_com_20260421T000409Z_doc_a8fy7t9.jpeg US actress Meryl Streep, British actress Emily Blunt, US actor Stanley Tucci and US actress Anne Hathaway attend the world premiere of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" at Lincoln Center in New York City, on April 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T18:27:44.698+04:00 The Devil Wears Prada 2 early reviews: Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway rule over a fierce, biting sequel Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/frontliners-tribute-initiative-allows-children-of-all-ages-to-express-their-appreciation-1.500514451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/ulntwh0e/Frontliners https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/w80hkt64/Capture.PNG Gulf News en 2026-04-21T18:19:43.038+04:00 Frontliners Tribute Initiative allows children of all ages to express their appreciation UAE https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/diplomacy-without-illusions-the-case-for-accountability-first-1.500514443 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/u9x6u85f/OPN-TALKS-11-Read-Only.jpg Durable diplomatic outcomes have more often depended on a clear asymmetry of leverage and a credible cost of refusal than on procedural symmetry between parties. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/c0nqfso9/WhatsApp_Image_2026_04_20_at_16_43_38.jpeg Dr Rikard Jalkebro Gulf News en 2026-04-21T18:16:54.884+04:00 Diplomacy without illusions: The case for Iran's accountability first Op-Eds, Government, UAE, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uaes-resilience-mirrors-strength-of-women-leaders-says-ajman-free-zone-chief-1.500514453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/1sftzqhu/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-21-at-5.50.52-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T18:11:12.602+04:00 UAE’s resilience mirrors strength of women leaders, says Ajman Free Zone chief UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/new-zealands-capital-under-state-of-local-emergency-as-rains-persist-1.500514397 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/mjh2tq3k/wellington-2.JPG The state of emergency is still in place for Wellington city, Hutt city, and Wairarapa Gulf News en 2026-04-21T18:03:57.359+04:00 New Zealand's capital under state of local emergency as rains persist Oceania, Rain, New Zealand https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/gargash-uaeis-firm-in-confronting-threats-decisive-in-countering-attempts-to-undermine-security-1.500514423 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/uoif7yfg/Anwar-Gargash “In times of challenge, the strength of nations is tested, and the UAE proves every day that it is a strong state powered by its leadership, values and institutions,” Gargash says. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T17:51:27.272+04:00 Gargash: UAE is firm in confronting threats, decisive in countering attempts to undermine security Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/wolves-relegated-from-the-premier-league-following-west-ham-draw-1.500514396 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/2dhqo6or/newsml_afp_com_20251130T153000Z_doc_86m33tq.jpeg Wolverhampton Wanderers are the first club to go down this season in the Premier League https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-18/wduix6xw/newsml_afp_com_20260418T160921Z_doc_a8af9w6.jpeg It's been a season of struggle for Wolves Gulf News en 2026-04-21T17:34:34.133+04:00 Wolves relegated from the Premier League following West Ham draw Sport, Football, premier league https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-navy-test-fires-taimoor-anti-ship-cruise-missile-1.500514331 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/d9t6ni8b/taimoor.gif The latest trial comes days after the Navy successfully tested another locally developed anti-ship missile on April 16, highlighting a sustained push toward indigenous defence systems. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T17:17:48.530+04:00 Pakistan Navy test-fires ‘Taimoor’ anti-ship cruise missile Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/skyhills-milestone-leads-to-executive-honour-with-premier-achievement-medal-for-real-estate-2026-in-dubai-1.500514302 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/36roozxn/Pic-1.jpg Mohammed Adib Hijazi receives the first Real Estate Achievement Medal from Ahmed Al-Salman and Salah Al-Din Al-Badri Gulf News en 2026-04-21T17:09:12.941+04:00 SkyHills milestone leads to executive honour with Premier Achievement Medal for Real Estate 2026 in Dubai Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/harry-kane-current-favourite-to-win-2026-ballon-dor-1.500514336 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/ed9mkt64/newsml_afp_com_20260415T194327Z_doc_a7xq8tw.jpeg English forward Harry Kane is in with a great chance of winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-19/a6rnpw3w/newsml_afp_com_20260419T164523Z_doc_a8c77u4.jpeg Harry Kane jumps to celebrate after scoring the 4-1 goal during the German first division Bundesliga football match between FC Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart in Munich, southern Germany, on April 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-14/dqjzsvca/newsml_afp_com_20260414T202520Z_doc_a7tx6kh.jpeg Lamine Yamal reacts during the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on April 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-15/y6w4m1sg/newsml_afp_com_20260415T211146Z_doc_a7xv8w8.jpeg Michael Olise celebrates scoring the 4-3 goal with his teammates during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg football match between FC Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in Munich, southern Germany, on April 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:56:54.419+04:00 Harry Kane current favourite to win 2026 Ballon d’Or Sport, Football, Champions League, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/khda-update-no-reduced-tuition-fee-or-refunds-for-distance-learning-in-dubai-private-schools-1.500514285 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/osga5etz/STAFFNAT_260420_School_New_VSAKLANI_71776668735293.jpg Students at Al Khaleej International School in Dubai on Monday, April 20 as Schools across the UAE welcome students back for face-to-face learning. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/2sy743gx/STAFFNAT_260420_School_VSAKLANI_21776668444036.jpg Students arrive at Al Khaleej International School in Dubai on Monday, April 20 as Schools across the UAE welcome students back for face-to-face learning. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:30:21.153+04:00 KHDA update: No reduced tuition fee or refunds for distance learning in Dubai private schools Living-Education, Education, KHDA, Dubai private schools https://gulfnews.com/world/dj-priest-mixes-religion-and-rave-in-buenos-aires-tribute-to-pope-francis-2-1.500514223 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-19/179vk8ey/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:28:44.065+04:00 'DJ Priest' mixes religion and rave in Buenos Aires tribute to Pope Francis World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/rain-dust-and-rough-seas-ncm-issues-unstable-weather-warning-for-uae-until-april-23-1.500514239 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/8scv78jz/gulfnews2024-11-189r2olizaDubaienjoysovercastskiesandlightrainon27thJuly202218240cf144coriginalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:25:44.938+04:00 Rain, dust and rough seas: NCM issues unstable weather warning for UAE until April 23 Weather https://gulfnews.com/business/property/hre-development-hands-over-skyhills-residences-1-six-months-ahead-of-schedule-1.500514220 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/8uesag0h/Image-lead-.jpeg Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum (second from right), Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated, Mohamed Adib Hijazi (third from right), Chairman of HRE Development, and guests at the handover ceremony https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/59vh3rrr/Skyhills-Residences-1.png Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:18:48.952+04:00 HRE Development hands over Skyhills Residences 1 six months ahead of schedule Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/blackpinks-jisoo-denies-link-to-brothers-alleged-sexual-assault-case-warns-against-false-claims-1.500514235 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-03/whg049z7/Snapinsta.app2834994275508262997279098472183463784772266n1080.jpg The statement follows reports earlier this month about a man in his 30s, described as a relative of a well-known girl group member, who was arrested on suspicion of inappropriate physical contact. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:16:38.484+04:00 Blackpink's Jisoo denies link to brother’s alleged sexual assault case, warns against false claims Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dont-give-up-indian-expat-wins-dh25000-in-big-ticket-urges-others-to-keep-trying-1.500514228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/oczebq6i/Manu-Augustin.jpeg Manu Augustin Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:01:54.052+04:00 ‘Don’t give up’: Indian expat wins Dh25,000 in Big Ticket, urges others to keep trying people, UAE, kerala, india, Dubai, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/whatsapps-first-subscription-is-here-and-its-not-what-you-expect-1.500514229 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/14/WhatsApp-Spyware_29804_16ab64f07f8_large.jpg New subscription adds themes, stickers and chat tools without changing core app. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T16:01:40.612+04:00 WhatsApp’s first subscription is here — and it’s not what you expect Media https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/korean-star-siblings-sang-heon-lee-and-gia-kim-the-rise-of-netflixs-breakout-power-duo-xo-kitty-and-beyond-1.500514180 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/memol4gq/newsml_afp_com_20250302T000000Z_PH_GTY_2202898767.jpeg Gia Kim and Sang Heon Lee at the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T15:48:42.912+04:00 Korean star siblings Sang Heon Lee and Gia Kim: The rise of Netflix’s breakout power duo, XO Kitty and beyond Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/random-pick-brings-dh25000-big-ticket-win-for-bangladeshi-expat-1.500514186 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/dstcdc5m/Mohammed-Munjur-Morshed.jpeg Mohammed Munjur Gulf News en 2026-04-21T15:29:23.237+04:00 Random pick brings Dh25,000 Big Ticket win for Bangladeshi expat people, UAE, Bangladesh, Abu Dhabi, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/asyad-group-ligentia-to-build-tech-driven-global-logistics-powerhouse-1.500514182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/u87h07rh/Ligentia.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T15:23:42.797+04:00 Asyad Group, Ligentia to build tech-driven global logistics powerhouse Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/friday/friday-partner/elmax-salon-spa-redefines-luxury-hair-colour-in-dubai-with-international-expertise-and-precision-1.500514181 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/s4b2hhzo/PHOTO-2026-04-21-13-24-56.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T15:19:40.855+04:00 ELMAX Salon & Spa redefines luxury hair colour in Dubai with international expertise and precision Friday-Partner https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/ex-barca-president-says-a-club-was-ready-to-pay-400m-for-messi-transfer-1.500514162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/4ukiibrc/Screenshot-from-2026-04-21-15-03-43.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/um6semhq/Screenshot_from_2026_04_21_15_03_43.png €400m Messi bid revealed by ex Barca president Gulf News en 2026-04-21T15:08:43.462+04:00 Ex-Barca president says a club was ready to pay €400m for Messi transfer Football, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/clock-ticking-as-iran-talks-clouded-by-doubt-1.500514127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/iwdnjosk/20.jpg Security personnel stand guard at a security checkpost along a road temporarily closed near the Serena Hotel at the Red Zone area in Islamabad ahead of anticipated US-Iran peace talks.. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/ee7ms3ss/newsml_afp_com_20260420T123916Z_doc_a8e77zq.jpeg A helicopter flies over the Red Zone area in Islamabad on April 20, 2026, amid heightened security measures ahead of anticipated US-Iran peace talks. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T14:50:56.000+04:00 Clock ticking as Iran talks clouded by doubt Mena, Americas, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/school-bus-stop-arm-rules-in-dubai-what-drivers-must-know-1.500514122 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/tgkn3r19/Watch_out_for_the_stop_signal_of_school_bus_or_pay_Dh1_000_fine_in_Abu_Dhabi_resources1_16a310712cc_.jpg RTA warns motorists to obey school bus stop arms to protect children in Dubai Gulf News en 2026-04-21T14:34:04.846+04:00 School bus stop arm rules in Dubai: What drivers must know Transport, RTA, UAE traffic fines, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/fired-uk-official-says-he-felt-pressure-to-clear-mandelson-1.500514110 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/7donz2dk/newsml_afp_com_20260421T083317Z_doc_a8gm7zq.jpeg In this video grab taken from footage broadcast by the UK Parliamentary Recording Unit (PRU) via the Parliament TV website on April 21, 2026, former permanent under-secretary at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Olly Robbins (c), speaks on the work of the FCDO in the Boothroyd Room at Portcullis House, Westminster in London. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T14:20:06.236+04:00 Fired UK official says he felt pressure to clear Mandelson Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/what-happens-inside-this-uae-support-network-for-autism-people-of-determination-1.500514054 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/10mbvlay/Ausome-Family-Journey.jpeg Ausome Family Journey has become a strong support system for families, not only for those raising children with autism, but also with diabetes, Down syndrome, and other conditions https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/vmbdqlm6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-21-at-14.04.22.jpeg Pamela Calinog, founder and president of AFJ https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/yzwi3jgr/Ordona-Family.jpeg Princess Ordoña together with his husband and two children namely Shawn (eldest) and Hashem (second son) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/siku4w0o/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-21-at-13.53.05.jpeg Elynn Jovenes with her daughter Rheo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/nvyk74yr/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-21-at-13.53.35.jpeg Erlani Paul with her daughter Fionna https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/bjbn3zx3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-16.36.20.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T14:06:38.422+04:00 What happens inside this UAE support network for autism, people of determination people, UAE, Dubai, Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/nyu-abu-dhabi-study-reveals-how-wild-apple-trees-shaped-modern-apples-and-sustainable-agriculture-1.500514059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/xeahz728/4n5033gk1ka10agpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:56:58.979+04:00 NYU Abu Dhabi study reveals how wild apple trees shaped modern apples and sustainable agriculture Environment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/marcos-jrs-cousin-romualdez-barred-from-leaving-philippines-ombudsman-seeks-asset-freeze-amid-flood-control-probe-1.500514015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/nz66qa1p/newsml_afp_com_20250917T082249Z_doc_74rn29e.jpeg File photo taken on July 28, 2025 shows ex-Speaker of the House Martin Romualdez (R) during the State of the Nation Address at the House of Representatives in Manila. Romualdez stepped down as Congress speaker in September amid the probe into fake flood-control projects which has kicked up public anger. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:44:57.263+04:00 Marcos Jr's cousin Romualdez barred from leaving Philippines — Ombudsman seeks asset freeze amid flood-control probe Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/has-indias-last-school-been-built-1.500514064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/7tzpcqtg/WIN-Government-school-students-Read-Only.jpg Government school students in New Delhi. The statistics of the shrinking number of children in the 0-14 age group in India is now prompting the question whether India’s last school has already been built. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:44:20.287+04:00 Has India’s last school been built? India, kerala, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/business/property/aldar-mubadala-acquire-masdar-city-asset-the-link-for-dh654-million-1.500514067 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/z9k39i6s/The-Link-1.jpg Located in Masdar City, The Link comprises around 32,000 square metres of net leasable area across five buildings. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:42:06.464+04:00 Aldar, Mubadala acquire Masdar City asset ‘The Link’ for Dh654 million Property, Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/mbank-announces-new-board-of-directors-to-strengthen-governance-and-accelerate-growth-in-digital-banking-services-1.500514069 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/v4rquyiy/shared-image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:36:25.283+04:00 Mbank announces new board of directors to strengthen governance and accelerate growth in digital banking services Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/m42-study-highlights-role-of-genomics-in-early-detection-of-inherited-eye-diseases-1.500514033 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/uwb7jtha/e1846a6a-847c-4b52-9e86-18a4b5bcf75a.jpeg Emirati Genome Programme data drives early detection of inherited eye diseases Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:36:06.633+04:00 M42 study highlights role of genomics in early detection of inherited eye diseases Health, UAE, Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/sheikh-mohammed-reviews-dh3b-beach-plan-as-dubai-accelerates-coastal-development-1.500514049 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/qknlfo1c/HGauh0aa4AEqiLS.jpg Dh3bn plan to boost Dubai beach capacity 170% as 2040 liveability vision advances https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/ci3ptrsx/2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:32:16.054+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed reviews Dh3b beach plan as Dubai accelerates coastal development Tourism, UAE, Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/milan-design-week-2026-how-material-intelligence-is-shaping-contemporary-interiors-1.500514055 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/w2wshu36/cassino3.JPG Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:29:38.811+04:00 Milan Design Week 2026: How material intelligence is shaping contemporary interiors Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/ega-to-acquire-80-of-italys-eco-green-expanding-aluminium-recycling-footprint-1.500514042 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/16/EGA-Jebel-Ali-smelter_17839948cfc_large.jpg Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) Jebel Ali smelter. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:25:38.866+04:00 EGA to acquire 80% of Italy’s Eco Green, expanding aluminium recycling footprint Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anne-hathaways-inshallah-moment-goes-viral-as-she-reflects-on-aging-faith-and-embracing-the-unknown-1.500514040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/kmivng3j/newsml_afp_com_20260420T232019Z_doc_a8fy7f2.jpeg US actress Anne Hathaway attends the world premiere of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" at Lincoln Center in New York City, on April 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:20:47.094+04:00 Anne Hathaway’s ‘Inshallah’ moment goes viral as she reflects on aging, faith and embracing the unknown Entertainment, HollyWood, hollywood, Fashion https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-uae-families-can-save-money-in-uncertain-times-budgeting-saving-and-debt-tips-explained-1.500500056 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/9sbpfg1k/STOCK_salary_wallet_money_1780d88f55d_original_ratio.jpg Be disciplined to break down your spending into as many different categories as you need. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/t08crlvx/credit_card_185f326937d_original_ratio.jpg Monitoring your bills, utilities, rent, and groceries first gives you a clear sense of what’s essential versus what’s 'fun money.' https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/u832ryt7/bethclay.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/c7r3aul2/Image___Armin_Moradi___Founder___CEO_at_Qashio_jpg.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/psk71mbn/kartik.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-30/iyftuhs5/1736417284639.jpg Sonal Chiber, Dubai-based corporate communications consultant Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:14:50.963+04:00 How UAE families can stay financially stable: Budgeting and saving tips that work UAE, Lifestyle, United in Strength, Your Money https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubai-sme-noon-food-waive-fees-to-help-fb-startups-grow-online-1.500514008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/hgmcjfiz/Al_Fanar__This_is_a_popular_choice_for_those_seeking_a_truly_immersive_Emirati_dining_experience__fe.jpeg Al Fanar, a popular choice for those seeking an immersive Emirati dining experience. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/7xx8wciy/Left-to-Right-Fouad-Aoun-CEO-of-noon-Food-Ahmad-Al-Room-Almehiri-Acting-CEO-of-Dubai-SME.jpg Fouad Aoun, CEO of noon Food, Ahmad Al Room Almehiri, Acting CEO of Dubai SME Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:03:41.950+04:00 Dubai SME, noon Food waive fees to help F&B startups grow online economy, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/f1-makes-changes-to-promote-flat-out-qualifying-and-safer-overtaking-1.500514018 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/08/09/Max-Verstappen-held-off-Lewis-Hamilton-and-Valtteri-Bottas-to-win-at-Silverstone-for-the-70th-Anniversary-Grand-Prix_173d3e02388_large.jpg Max Verstappen appears to have had his call for F1 rule changes answered Gulf News en 2026-04-21T13:03:15.457+04:00 F1 makes changes to promote 'flat out' qualifying and safer overtaking Motorsport, Formula-One, Formula1 https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/how-dubai-doctors-treated-a-complex-gallbladder-bile-duct-case-within-24-hours-1.500514000 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/s132hhgk/Patient-Jovan-with-Dr.-Lina-Kouachi-Dr.-Ghassan-Kaddour.jpg Patient Jovan with Dr. Lina Kouachi and Dr. Ghassan Kaddour Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:54:31.607+04:00 How Dubai doctors treated a complex gallbladder, bile duct case within 24 hours Health, UAE, Dubai, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-is-a-trusted-global-partner-with-influence-that-cannot-be-overlooked-says-al-nuaimi-1.500513966 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/gcj8mqnf/ANI_20251020181728.jpg Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, UAE Federal National Council and Chairman of the Defense Affairs (Photo/Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuami https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/bqxrbrk7/gulfnews_2026_04_21_gcj8mqnf_ANI_20251020181728.avif Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:42:16.717+04:00 UAE is a trusted global partner with influence that cannot be overlooked, says Al Nuaimi Government, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/driven-by-the-pressures-of-war-iran-gives-its-field-commanders-more-power-over-militias-in-iraq-1.500513819 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/a54q6s0k/preview.jpg FILE - Members of the Popular Mobilization Forces attend a funeral for colleagues who were killed in a U.S. airstrike in Anbar, in Najaf, Iraq, Wednesday, April 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Anmar Khalil, File) Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:41:26.769+04:00 Driven by the pressures of war, Iran gives its field commanders more power over militias in Iraq Iraq militias Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/joe-jonas-confirms-romance-with-tatiana-gabriela-in-new-travel-vlog-shes-helping-with-my-spanish-1.500513986 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/4dj7zxps/joejonas.webp The post featured everything from playful photo booth moments and golden beach sunsets to low-key food stops along the way. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:35:01.058+04:00 Joe Jonas confirms romance with Tatiana Gabriela in new travel vlog: 'She's helping with my Spanish' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-rolls-out-new-einvoicing-system-to-boost-compliance-streamline-business-transactions-1.500513985 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/02/24/UAE-MINISTRY-OF-FINANCE_186842fda29_large.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:30:47.815+04:00 UAE rolls out new eInvoicing system to boost compliance, streamline business transactions Banking, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/technology/blue-origin-nails-booster-landing-blasts-satellite-in-wrong-orbit-1.500513528 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/a1jc16pb/Screenshot-2026-04-21-at-4.14.37-PM.png Rocket launch company Blue Origin has made a successful landing of its booster rocket on a floating drone ship, but placed a customer’s satellite in the wrong orbit, prompting US regulators to mandate an investigation. Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:23:21.277+04:00 Blue Origin nails booster landing, blasts satellite in wrong orbit Technology https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/life/wassef-boutros-ghali-paintings-gain-global-recognition-with-dubai-and-new-york-exhibitions-1.500513963 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/mhfkzl58/WBG20000005cmjnRVB.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/8ofv3qcv/Residential-BuildingCairo1957cmjnRVB.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/34m48a1m/WBG19870003cmjnRVB.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:21:44.725+04:00 Wassef Boutros-Ghali paintings gain global recognition with Dubai and New York Exhibitions Life https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khans-king-lands-rs-25-billion-all-india-deal-among-bollywoods-costliest-distribution-bets-1.500513960 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-21/lyctul7d/ANI_20260321180549.jpg Shah Rukh Khan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/7dkuji4s/Shahrukh_Khan_and_Deepika_Padukone_185c0533f15_original_ratio.jpg Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in a still from the movie ‘Pathaan’ Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:21:19.365+04:00 Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’ lands Rs 2.5 billion all-India deal, among Bollywood’s costliest distribution bets Entertainment, Business, India https://gulfnews.com/sport/alex-eala-turns-heads-at-laureus-sports-awards-1.500513959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/0r9dwvf9/Alex-Eala Alex Eala effortlessly stuns in Filipino-inspired gown at 2026 Laureus Awards in Madrid https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/8osfah2a/newsml_afp_com_20260420T190758Z_doc_a8fh6h8.jpeg Barcelona's Spanish football star Lamine Yamal was amongst some of the other high-profile guests at the awards night Gulf News en 2026-04-21T12:15:38.963+04:00 Alex Eala turns heads at Laureus Sports Awards Sport, Tennis, Alex Eala