https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/xpeng-electric-suv-10000-cheaper-than-a-tesla-model-y-1.500611016 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/ads2d357/Xpeng-L03.jpg Would you buy this Xpeng electric SUV that's $10,000 cheaper than a Tesla Model Y? The newly-launched L03 electric coupe was launched in Europe with a starting price of €34,990 — undercutting the Tesla Model Y by roughly €3,400 in Germany and by around $10,000 in Norway. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/567gpk5g/Xpeng-L03.png Would you buy this Xpeng electric SUV that's $10,000 cheaper than a Tesla Model Y? The newly-launched L03 electric coupe was launched in Europe with a starting price of €34,990 — undercutting the Tesla Model Y by roughly €3,400 in Germany and by around $10,000 in Norway. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-25/am6gi5y6/newsml_afp_com_20260425T093918Z_doc_a8xg93t.jpeg Visitors look at a XPeng P7 at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/facyuy2h/He_Xiaopeng_Xpeng_Motors_181fdba39f5_original_ratio.jpg HE XIAOPENG | Company: XPeng | Net worth: $5.1 billion | He co-founded several companies including XPeng Motors, an intelligent electric vehicle manufacturer, and UCWeb, the Chinese mobile Internet service provider (in 2004). Alibaba bought UCWeb in 2014 for $4.3 billion, making He a billionaire. From 2014, Xiaopeng served as senior executive of Alibaba Mobile Business Division, then quit his job in 2017 to start Xpeng Motors. XPeng currently manufactures G3 intelligent electric SUVs in China. The company's P7 intelligent electric sports coupe model came to market in the spring of 2020. XPeng bets that driving assistance features and other tech will be the key to winning new customers. It rivalry with Tesla and top-tier home-court rivals could reshape how we drive. Gulf News en 2026-07-18T02:19:00.000+04:00 Xpeng electric SUV $10,000 cheaper than a Tesla Model Y? Auto News, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-gulf-faces-fresh-attacks-as-trump-signals-diplomacy-1.500610748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/iewoagwr/260415-N-NO146-1040.jpg Strait of Hormuz traffic plunges, regional alerts rise amid escalating US‑Iran attacks Gulf News en 2026-07-18T00:17:00.961+04:00 US-Iran conflict: Gulf faces fresh attacks as Trump signals diplomacy Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/boeing-cleared-to-self-certify-aircraft-again-after-faa-review-1.500611784 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/09/03/Stock-Boeing-airlines_17453f55d82_large.jpg Since September, Boeing and the agency had been taking weekly turns performing the safety checks. Gulf News en 2026-07-18T00:01:54.570+04:00 Boeing cleared to self-certify aircraft again after FAA review Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabi-records-dh117-billion-in-real-estate-transactions-during-h1-2026-1.500611665 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-18/euk9t3qb/2011-QASR.jpg Overseas buyers pour Dh13.8 billion into the emirate's booming real estate market. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T23:42:08.221+04:00 Abu Dhabi records Dh117 billion in real estate transactions during H1-2026 Property https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/indian-lpl-co-owner-held-over-alleged-match-fixing-bid-in-sri-lanka-1.500610960 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/8rz9i829/Manjot-Kalra.jpg Manjot Kalra Gulf News en 2026-07-17T23:40:49.496+04:00 Indian LPL co-owner held over alleged match-fixing bid in Sri Lanka Cricket, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/bangladesh-level-zimbabwe-t20-series-with-34-run-win-1.500611490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/trdvyiaf/Bangla.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T23:30:07.840+04:00 Bangladesh level Zimbabwe T20 series with 34-run win Cricket, Bangladesh https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/china/china-landslide-kills-8-at-least-34-missing-1.500611485 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/orer7xsx/newsml_afp_com_20260717T152308Z_doc_c2gm2em.jpeg Rescue workers search for survivors at the site of a landslide in Pengshui County in Chongqing, China on July 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T23:04:59.564+04:00 China landslide kills 8, at least 34 missing China https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/mohamed-salah-agrees-to-10m-a-year-besiktas-move-report-1.500611690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/xxkzjkiu/Mohd-Salah Gulf News en 2026-07-17T21:48:19.840+04:00 Mohamed Salah agrees to €10m-a-year Beşiktaş move: Report Football https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/british-sikh-mans-mother-jailed-over-murder-weapon-cover-up-1.500611550 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/mx6jy9ka/newsml_afp_com_20260602T090926Z_doc_b4pl664.jpeg Vickrum Digwa Gulf News en 2026-07-17T21:45:45.919+04:00 British Sikh man’s mother jailed over murder weapon cover-up Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/two-south-african-soldiers-die-chasing-illegal-miners-1.500611471 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/5w5t8x0v/newsml_afp_com_20260312T141009Z_doc_a2yw6j8.jpeg Officers of the South Africa Police Service (SAPS) recover a generator left behind by artisanal miners, during a patrol in Randfontein. [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-07-17T21:30:45.274+04:00 Two South African soldiers die chasing illegal miners Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/one-dead-one-wounded-in-shooting-in-denmark-1.500611593 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/fyka7p8d/newsml_afp_com_20260717T133122Z_doc_c2g89gu.jpeg Armed police officers are seen at the scene of a shooting in Norresundby, northern Jutland, Denmark, on July 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T21:24:32.582+04:00 One dead, one wounded in shooting in Denmark Europe, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-condemns-iranian-attack-on-iraqs-kurdistan-region-1.500611660 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/x0boajg6/UAE Gulf News en 2026-07-17T21:20:52.611+04:00 UAE condemns Iranian attack on Iraq's Kurdistan Region UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-links-taco-bell-lettuce-to-multistate-parasite-outbreak-1.500611604 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/z3b0v5xl/preview.jpg A Taco Bell fast food restaurant in Taylor, Michigan. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T21:17:08.158+04:00 US links Taco Bell lettuce to multistate parasite outbreak Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/southern-mexico-hit-by-73-earth-quake-triggering-tsunami-alert-1.500611629 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/t9yhcpo8/newsml_afp_com_20260717T164617Z_doc_c2h36zu.jpeg A member of the Secretariat of Citizen Security uses a megaphone to give instructions to personnel evacuated from several buildings following a preventive evacuation in Mexico City on July 17, 2026, after a 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico and parts of Central America. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T20:57:34.763+04:00 Southern Mexico hit by 7.3 earth quake, triggering tsunami alert Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/arab-interior-ministers-council-condemns-iranian-attacks-on-jordan-bahrain-qatar-and-kuwait-1.500611583 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/d8zm16um/Arab Gulf News en 2026-07-17T20:36:12.265+04:00 Arab interior ministers' council condemns Iranian attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait Mena, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-police-release-shocking-video-of-crash-caused-by-swerving-1.500611392 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/lyclmycl/Sharjah-police-4.jpg Sharjah Police footage shows an SUV crashing after a driver’s sudden lane change. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/466qec3b/Sharjah-police-video-1.jpg Sharjah Police footage shows an SUV crashing after a driver’s sudden lane change. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T20:01:58.497+04:00 Sharjah Police release shocking video of crash caused by swerving Transport, traffic fines, UAE traffic fines, Sharjah, transport, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-blenders-for-smoothies-on-amazonae-2026-everyday-performers-for-silky-blends-1.500603783 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/3bkjvqtt/blenders-2-1.png Smoothie blender lineup Gulf News en 2026-07-17T20:00:00.000+04:00 Best blenders for smoothies on amazon.ae 2026: Everyday performers for silky blends Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/sir-garfield-sobers-crickets-greatest-all-rounder-dies-at-89-1.500611535 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-03/thbwqs6j/Sir-Garfield-Sobers Sir Garfield Sobers was the allrounder of allrounders in the history of the game. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-03/thbwqs6j/Sir-Garfield-Sobers Sir Garfield Sobers was the allrounder of allrounders in the history of the game. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T19:38:39.061+04:00 Sir Garfield Sobers, cricket's greatest all-rounder, dies at 89 Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/rejected-marriage-proposal-sparks-kidnapping-and-torture-in-kerala-1.500611530 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/12/Stock-crime-police-jailed_17c752e1503_large.jpg Police recovered country-made bombs, a firearm and chains from the house where the victims were allegedly held. [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-07-17T19:32:53.713+04:00 Rejected marriage proposal sparks kidnapping and torture in Kerala India, Court-Crime, kerala, crime https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/nvidia-loses-worlds-most-valuable-company-title-as-apple-retakes-top-spot-1.500611432 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-02/0tuajqw6/_1x_1.jpg Semiconductor shares tumble as investors question lofty AI stock valuations. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T18:14:50.464+04:00 Nvidia loses world's most valuable company title as Apple retakes top spot Markets, Companies https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/uae-national-ambulance-treated-58781-patients-in-first-half-of-2026-1.500611430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/cx539gjl/UAE-National-Ambulance.jpg National Ambulance says rapid response and advanced systems helped save lives. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/5i376foa/UAE-National-Ambulance.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T18:12:50.741+04:00 UAE National Ambulance treated 58,781 patients in first half of 2026 emergencies, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-records-49-magnitude-earthquake-in-the-arabian-sea-1.500611423 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/fk901qgl/Earthquake Gulf News en 2026-07-17T18:08:08.494+04:00 Oman records 4.9-magnitude earthquake in the Arabian Sea Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/more-than-10-new-food-businesses-are-launching-in-dubai-every-day-1.500611405 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/unshf1uj/Dubai Gulf News en 2026-07-17T17:59:46.878+04:00 More than 10 new food businesses are launching in Dubai every day Retail, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/e-completes-vodafone-exit-with-dh219-billion-in-proceeds-1.500611373 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-04/vlaerrpc/newsml_afp_com_20260204T181824Z_doc_94ky4kj.jpeg This photo taken on January 30, 2026 shows a Vodafone logo above the entrance to one of the company's stores in London. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T17:28:06.474+04:00 e& completes Vodafone exit with Dh21.9 billion in proceeds Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-marks-union-pledge-day-celebrating-55-years-of-unity-and-progress-1.500611366 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/l1dvolfa/UAE-founders Union Pledge Day commemorates the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the Founding Rulers. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T17:24:29.174+04:00 UAE marks Union Pledge Day, celebrating 55 years of unity and progress UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/inside-louvre-abu-dhabis-new-childrens-museum-a-board-game-adventure-1.500610909 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/kegyfgj9/Louvre_17d0e004c62_original_ratio.jpg The exhibition features 24 objects from Louvre Abu Dhabi’s collection, along with loans from regional and international museums. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/nmybyzbj/William-and-Penelope-Welby-Playing-Chess-painted-by-Francis-Cotes-in-1769 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/6jwf86wt/Mehen-one-of-the-oldest-known-Egyptian-board-games https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/wac38qeg/chess https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/pknnwunm/91a059ff-a8a2-4fa7-a765-b6aacadee830.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/y1n7ga6k/406de445-57a0-4bab-b504-3192e9859137.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T17:19:58.037+04:00 Inside Louvre Abu Dhabi’s new Children’s Museum: A Board Game adventure Entertainment, Louvre Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-offers-school-fees-certificate-in-six-minutes-for-dh15-1.500611360 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/xat7sqzr/Education Gulf News en 2026-07-17T17:15:56.904+04:00 Abu Dhabi offers school fees certificate in six minutes for Dh15 Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/what-could-push-oil-above-90-after-an-11-weekly-surge-1.500611348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/03/10/oil_resources1_16a30b321c7_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T17:09:36.528+04:00 What could push oil above $90 after an 11% weekly surge? Energy, US-Israel-Iran war, oil, oil price https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-offers-condolences-after-algeria-orphanage-fire-kills-children-1.500611349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/qh2o8zap/UAE Gulf News en 2026-07-17T17:08:48.801+04:00 UAE offers condolences after Algeria orphanage fire kills children UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-this-egyptian-expat-found-his-place-in-the-uae-by-helping-others-find-theirs-1.500611299 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/vwmewjw8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-09-at-17.28.49.jpeg Dubai-based Egyptian expat Ahmed Youssef https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/cnovoceg/WhatsApp_Image_2026_07_09_at_17_21_03.jpeg From left to right: Ahmed Youssef and Sarah Kamal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/ya54bw6z/chillme.jpeg "The purpose behind ChillMe is creating opportunities for people to meet, connect, and experience life together," said Youssef. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T16:51:54.168+04:00 How this Egyptian expat found his place in the UAE by helping others find theirs people, Community, UAE, Stories-of-success, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-final-weather-will-wildfire-smoke-affect-argentina-vs-spain-clash-1.500610865 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/4n1fdxzf/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286453573.jpeg A view of the atmosphere as KAWS hosts private dinner on Yankee Stadium Field to celebrate the KAWS x MLB Collection in partnership with Fanatics and Complex at Yankee Stadium on July 16, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/0mc4zqqh/nn.PNG Air quality map of the Midwest and Northeast US, as of 12:30 AM (EST) on July 16, 2026. Source: IQAir. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/0m2s7wrr/preview.jpg The Statue of Liberty is photographed from the Staten Island Ferry as smoke from wildfires blankets the sky, Thursday, July 16, 2026, in New York. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/vl4aqana/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286453364.jpeg A view of the atmosphere as KAWS hosts private dinner on Yankee Stadium Field to celebrate the KAWS x MLB Collection in partnership with Fanatics and Complex at Yankee Stadium on July 16, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/i0q5jtpz/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286445464.jpeg View of Detroit as smoke from the Canadian wildfires settles in the city on July 16, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/fbfufbo1/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286432553.jpeg Haze from Canadian wildfires blankets the Manhattan skyline, including the Empire State Building, from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck on July 16, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/1lxs2lxm/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286432440.jpeg A woman takes a picture on the deck of a Staten Island Ferry as the haze from Canadian wildfires blankets the Manhattan skyline on July 16, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/djopr9z9/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286432381.jpeg Haze from Canadian wildfires blankets the Manhattan skyline as seen from a Staten Island Ferry on July 16, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/elgpzt44/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286431827.jpeg Haze from Canadian wildfires blankets the Manhattan skyline as seen on July 16, 2026 from the Dumbo neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough of New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/msf4ges8/newsml_afp_com_20260716T213412Z_doc_c2ek9n2.jpeg People play basketball as wildfire smoke from Canada causes hazy conditions on July 16, 2026 in New York. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/7tg4h4hd/newsml_afp_com_20260716T212957Z_doc_c2ek9mp.jpeg People walk and bike in Brooklyn Bridge Park as wildfire smoke from Canada causes hazy conditions on July 16, 2026 in New York. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T16:48:14.350+04:00 World Cup final weather: Will wildfire smoke affect Argentina vs Spain clash? World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Argentina national football team, spain https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-launches-major-e20-expansion-to-ease-congestion-1.500611302 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/96057n9a/AD Green spaces along the E20 are also being enhanced through extensive landscaping, encompassing relocation and replanting of trees. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T16:32:07.898+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches major E20 expansion to ease congestion Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-government-moves-supreme-court-against-delhi-hc-order-on-consular-passport-and-visa-outsourcing-services-1.500611295 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/axz9mwv5/190816_india_supreme_court_16c9b2c2a95_original_ratio.jpg The government seeks urgent hearing against ruling that ordered fresh tenders for Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) services at Indian missions in UAE, Kuwait, Singapore and Australia. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T16:29:45.466+04:00 India government moves Supreme Court against Delhi HC order on consular, passport and visa outsourcing services India https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-boat-and-jet-ski-users-warned-of-fines-up-to-dh30000-1.500611261 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/yu1vltek/AD Authority outlines key offences and urges compliance before heading onto the water. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T16:03:44.344+04:00 Abu Dhabi boat and jet ski users warned of fines up to Dh30,000 UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/keep-your-home-cooler-with-smarter-summer-habits-1.500595779 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/0f2zk1og/Summercooling.png A refreshing summer living room Gulf News en 2026-07-17T16:00:00.000+04:00 Keep your home cooler with smarter summer habits Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/bank-nizwa-proposes-alizz-islamic-bank-merger-backed-by-ominvest-investment-1.500611241 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/5/18/1_16a0840878e.2029239_533597928_16a0840878e_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:41:52.606+04:00 Bank Nizwa proposes Alizz Islamic Bank merger backed by Ominvest investment Banking, Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/hoax-bomb-threat-delays-indigo-flight-by-more-than-five-hours-1.500611216 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/mpa26951/indigo Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:36:28.279+04:00 Hoax bomb threat delays IndiGo flight by more than five hours India, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-enters-hottest-stretch-of-summer-1.500611233 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/46e6r9z7/Saudi Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:35:10.163+04:00 Saudi Arabia enters hottest stretch of summer Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistans-mohammad-nawaz-handed-icc-ban-after-positive-doping-test-1.500611227 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-08/yo5asmne/newsml_afp_com_20250804T035614Z_doc_68nh79b.jpeg Mohammad Nawaz Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:29:03.136+04:00 Pakistan’s Mohammad Nawaz handed ICC ban after positive doping test Cricket, Pakistan, ICC T20 WORLD CUP https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-elected-labour-leader-set-to-become-uk-prime-minister-1.500611226 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/o8peg5u0/preview.jpg Labour Party's Andy Burnham delivers a speech at the People's History Museum in Manchester, England, Monday, June 29, 2026.(AP Photo/Alastair Grant) Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:28:59.778+04:00 Andy Burnham elected Labour leader, set to become UK prime minister Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-sends-100-tonnes-of-relief-supplies-to-gaza-families-under-operation-chivalrous-knight-3-1.500611098 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/vw5nzx3z/d4e05imk1ka11vzpn.jpeg Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 reinforces UAE’s ongoing humanitarian support to Gaza Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:23:00.570+04:00 UAE sends 100 tonnes of relief supplies to Gaza families under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 UAE, UAE, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-renewed-iranian-hostile-attacks-on-bahrain-kuwait-qatar-jordan-1.500611152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/93ocapfr/UAEflag Foreign Ministry voices full solidarity and backs measures to protect Gulf security Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:18:10.060+04:00 UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian hostile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/northeast-spain-wildfire-destroys-over-12000-hectares-regional-authorities-1.500611083 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-21/4h0gl7t1/_A_helicopter_carries_water_to_extinguish_the_fire_in_Jurado_ravine_above_the_Tijarafe_municipality_.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:13:46.559+04:00 Northeast Spain wildfire destroys over 12,000 hectares: regional authorities Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-residents-update-iran-us-strikes-gulf-states-targeted-tanker-hit-and-travel-advisories-1.500611188 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/2gph8342/newsss.PNG Latest UAE and Gulf developments as regional tensions escalate Gulf News en 2026-07-17T15:11:34.723+04:00 UAE residents' update: Iran-US strikes, Gulf states targeted, tanker hit and travel advisories UAE, Mena, UAE, UAE Travel, Trump tariffs, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/un-reports-316-million-people-use-drugs-worldwide-as-synthetic-substances-fuel-new-global-threat-1.500611168 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/3qjgv1lu/NO_TO_DRUGS_1825d7f3b53_original_ratio.jpg UAE launches AI-powered, prevention-focused strategy to combat rising synthetic drug threats Gulf News en 2026-07-17T14:27:51.531+04:00 UN reports 316 million people use drugs worldwide as synthetic substances fuel new global threat UAE, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/riding-an-e-scooter-in-abu-dhabi-9-safety-rules-you-must-know-1.500611142 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/zl9weauv/190311_e_scooters_resources1_16a30b330af_original_ratio.jpg Legal specialists stressed that riders who ignore traffic regulations — particularly those operating on roads meant for motor vehicles — risk serious injury and legal complications. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:48:36.858+04:00 Riding an e-scooter in Abu Dhabi? 9 safety rules you must know Transport, UAE traffic fines, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-supports-safe-return-of-abandoned-two-year-old-girl-to-the-philippines-1.500611116 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/unvgsteb/dmw.jpeg Two-year-old Filipino girl, who was abandoned at infancy, has finally returned home to the Philippines Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:45:20.747+04:00 UAE supports safe return of abandoned two-year-old girl to the Philippines UAE, Philippines, UAE, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/burjeel-medical-city-and-new-york-based-roswell-park-launch-clinical-and-academic-collaboration-to-advance-thoracic-cancer-care-in-the-uae-1.500611124 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/59wnr0y7/Dr.-Candace-S.-Johnson-and-Dr.-Mujtaba-Ali-Khan-sign-the-agreement-in-New-York-in-the-presence-of-Dr.-Shamsheer-Vayalil-and-Dr.-Sai-Yendamuri.jpg Dr. Candace S. Johnson and Dr. Mujtaba Ali Khan sign the agreement in New York in the presence of Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil and Dr. Sai Yendamuri https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/s50sn8uc/The-collaboration-will-establish-a-specialized-thoracic-surgery-program-at-Burjeel-Medical-City-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:34:06.433+04:00 Burjeel Medical City and New York-based Roswell Park launch clinical and academic collaboration to advance thoracic cancer care in the UAE Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-says-iran-strikes-damaged-power-and-water-desalination-plant-1.500611118 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/6or1mnjh/HNa0k8IWwAA1ON5.jpg Iranian strike sparks fire at Kuwait power and desalination plant Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:32:52.188+04:00 Kuwait says Iran strikes damaged power and water desalination plant Kuwait, Kuwait, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-fifa-introduces-championship-rings-for-winners-and-fans-heres-how-much-they-could-cost-1.500611112 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/jfk9m6e8/champion.webp FIFA is producing just 2,026 of them, with 30 reserved for members of the winning team. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:31:20.671+04:00 World Cup 2026: FIFA introduces championship rings for winners (and fans!) — here’s how much they could cost World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/business/analysis/the-gulfs-next-billion-dirham-industry-isnt-oil-property-or-ai-1.500611091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-22/6kt72aou/Content-creator Good news for content creators https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/c5cnv7jz/Lance-OharaVP-for-Edge-IoT-product-portfolio-at-Seagate.jpg Lance Ohara Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:15:43.807+04:00 The Gulf's next billion-dirham industry isn't oil, property or AI Analysis https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/is-messis-photo-with-baby-lamine-yamal-real-unicef-answers-1.500611100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/ojmmlpvz/Messi-bathing-baby-Lamine-Yamal Messi bathing baby Lamine Yamal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/ojmmlpvz/Messi-bathing-baby-Lamine-Yamal Messi bathing baby Lamine Yamal Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:15:21.832+04:00 Is Messi's photo with baby Lamine Yamal real? UNICEF answers World Cup, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, Lamine Yamal https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/donald-trump-to-attend-spain-argentina-world-cup-final-and-present-trophy-1.500611081 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/bw93pjg3/20200901_Top_News_donald_trump_174490d977e_original_ratio.jpg The US team, however, were later eliminated from the tournament after a defeat by Belgium. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:04:28.868+04:00 Donald Trump to attend Spain-Argentina World Cup final and present trophy World Cup, World https://gulfnews.com/opinion/footballs-real-triumph-is-bringing-people-together-1.500609965 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/s2fd0pdk/Rida-Omran-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/0pn06u76/wave_your_flag_brazil.png "Elisangela’s house in Al Ain. Brazil v. Japan on June 29. Aline, André, Augusto, Amanda, Alcides, Bárbara, Camila, Deley, Deisi, Elves, Elisangela, Eduardo, Evelyn, Felipe, Gabriela, Janielton, Kellen, Luiz, Lucas, Marco, Rafa, Stephanie." Gulf News en 2026-07-17T13:00:00.000+04:00 Beyond goals and glory: How World Cup 2026 showed football’s true power to unite a divided world Opinion, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/10-things-to-do-in-dubai-this-weekend-concerts-family-fun-and-unique-experiences-1.500611055 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/x3dk004o/10.-Zayed-National-Museum-–-متحف-زايد-الوطني-2.jpg From tribute concerts and a World Cup themed LEGO build to a museum's first ever summer camp and a caviar focused dinner menu, here are 10 things worth adding to your weekend plans. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/utir86pe/c78edb27-1eb2-474c-bcfe-4589cda3b46a1235431RETINAPORTRAIT32.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/gf7vn6u4/AI9A7654.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-11/64wd0niv/Kpop-Demon-Hunters KPop Demon Hunters has been ruling Netflix since its June 2025 release. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/oxr9xzd2/bd107a0e-32db-47e6-bc4a-2e4925f00fcb.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/s532mljm/7.-Zayed-National-Museum-–-متحف-زايد-الوطني.jpg.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/chkutqtf/Arabian-Center.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/js9qrxie/Sirene_by_GAIA___Tuna_Caviar_2.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:59:41.054+04:00 10 things to do in Dubai this weekend: Concerts, family fun and unique experiences Lifestyle, UAE, Things To Do https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines-lodges-protest-over-china-dailys-racist-ai-video-depicting-filipinos-as-monkey-character-1.500611056 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/hxg5dnyw/china-daily.jpeg Some screenshots of scenes from China Daily's AI-generated video depicting Filipinos as monkeys Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:47:32.474+04:00 Philippines lodges protest over China Daily's 'racist' AI video depicting Filipinos as monkey character Asia, China, Philippines, Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/caught-on-camera-dubai-police-expose-driver-speeding-at-230kmhr-facing-dh50000-fine-1.500611061 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/p64nigbn/nmm.PNG Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:42:44.043+04:00 Caught on camera: Dubai Police expose driver speeding at 230km/hr, facing Dh50,000 fine Crime, crime, UAE traffic fines, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flyers-pick-flexi-tickets-put-last-minute-travel-on-hold-as-middle-east-tensions-reshape-holiday-plans-1.500611043 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/hoswm830/UK Passengers at the departures area of Dubai International Airport as UAE travellers continue with summer holiday plans while increasingly opting for flexible tickets and delaying last-minute bookings amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:41:12.493+04:00 UAE flyers pick flexi tickets, put last-minute travel on hold as Middle East tensions reshape holiday plans Aviation, Travel, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/will-your-next-netflix-bill-cost-more-growth-slowdown-sparks-fresh-questions-1.500611030 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/vnfz2rzr/Stock_Netflix_175654e20f7_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/xjwazm9u/Copy_of_2021_09_30T083518Z_1722054213_RC280Q92O884_RTRMADP_3_SOUTHKOREA_NETFLIX_SQUIDGAME_1633509577.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:32:51.053+04:00 Will your next Netflix bill cost more? Growth slowdown sparks fresh questions Markets, netflix https://gulfnews.com/photos/dubais-museum-of-the-future-to-close-for-revamp-looking-back-at-its-journey-1.500610991 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/inkvo9wf/MOTF.jpg 2016 : Construction site of Museum of the Future along with the towers on Shaikh Zayed road near Emirates Towers,in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/xc6gkevh/MOTF-2.jpg 2017: Construction picking up pace https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/4j5wak8j/MOTF-3.jpg 2018: Building taking shape. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/6x1il7s3/MOTF-4.jpg 2019: Calligraphy panels being installed. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/luv7bygr/MOTF-6.jpg 2022: Museum of the Future ahead of its opening. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/mmarde35/MOTF-9.jpg 2022: official opening of the iconic landmark Museum of the Future on Shaikh Zayed road in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/3ubhfgns/MOTF-5.jpg Museum of the Future in UAE colours on National Day. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/0bjvtlle/MOTF-10.jpg Visitors inside Museum of the Future. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/aei35s8l/MOTF-7.jpg Dubai's Museum of the Future will temporarily close in mid-September 2026 for a major exhibition overhaul since opening, with an entirely new generation of immersive experiences set to debut in the first quarter of 2027. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:30:10.259+04:00 Dubai’s Museum of the Future to close for revamp: Looking back at its journey Photos, UAE, Museum of the Future, Dubai, Dubai tourism https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/watching-fifa-world-cup-2026-final-uae-issues-streaming-warning-1.500611020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/k89c5tz4/HNagrRhWwAAiRBD.jpg UAE urges fans to stream Spain–Argentina final only on licensed platforms Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:18:02.953+04:00 Watching FIFA World Cup 2026 final? UAE issues streaming warning World Cup, crime, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/gdrfa-clarifies-visit-visa-rules-for-relatives-and-friends-1.500610820 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/l4nclmn1/fc0af8ae-576b-451d-827d-fb4f0c16ac63.jpg GDRFA Dubai has clarified visit visa rules for relatives and friends. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/159y2ms9/fd671fe4-a4ef-4dfb-b41d-2326dce75ba2.jpg GDRFA Dubai has clarified visit visa rules for relatives and friends. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T12:01:55.780+04:00 GDRFA clarifies visit visa rules for relatives and friends Tourism, Tourist-destinations, UAE, Dubai, Dubai tourism, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/twin-oil-chokepoints-yemen-war-reignites-as-houthis-threaten-bab-al-mandab-blockade-1.500610997 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/28/red-sea-1714309489604_18f24cee3d0_large.jpg Yemeni coastguards loyal to the internationally-recognised government ride in a patrol boat in the Red Sea off the government-held town of Mokha in the western Taiz province, close to the strategic Bab Al Mandab Strait. File photo taken on April 15, 2024. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/1x7ou0vc/yemen1_1702370061474_18c5d29acb2_original_ratio.jpg A locator map which shows the narrow strip of Bab Al Mandab Strait close to Aden.. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/07/yemeny--1712485211758_18eb8129e75_large.jpg This picture taken on March 23, 2024 shows the Rubymar cargo ship partly submerged off the coast of Yemen. The bulk carrier went down off Yemen after a Houthi missile attack and poses grave environmental risks as thousands of tonnes of fertiliser threaten to spill into the Red Sea, officials and experts warn. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/cxymhnjk/Suez-Canal-Evergreen.jpeg Satellite image from ship tracker shows the flow of ships from Suez Canal (top left), the Red Sea marine traffic, and Bab Al Mandab on the lower right. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/18/-_18c7d6e5d2d_large.jpg A Houthi military helicopter flies over the Galaxy Leader cargo ship in the Red Sea in November 2023. Houthi attacks on commercial shipping previously disrupted traffic through the Bab Al Mandab Strait, one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T11:54:47.912+04:00 Twin oil chokepoints? Yemen war reignites as Houthis threaten Bab Al-Mandab blockade Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/bank-of-sharjah-profit-surges-on-20-lending-growth-1.500611000 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/02/Stock-Bank-Of-Sharjah_18f383c91d4_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T11:47:31.829+04:00 Bank of Sharjah profit surges on 20% lending growth Banking https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/nancy-ajram-in-dubai-dates-tickets-and-all-you-need-to-know-1.500610899 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-03/nv3bxfpi/newsml_afp_com_20250803T062610Z_doc_68m89hc.jpeg Lebanese singer Nancy Ajram Gulf News en 2026-07-17T11:31:46.026+04:00 Nancy Ajram in Dubai: Dates, tickets and all you need to know Entertainment, Dubai, Concert https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-launches-first-hydrogen-powered-train-in-clean-energy-push-2-1.500610980 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/f8dljgc6/newsml_afp_com_20260717T064655Z_doc_c2ez2ht.jpeg A security personnel and media persons capture visuals of the Indian Railways' hydrogen-powered train at a depot ahead of its launch in Haryana's Jind on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T11:24:51.217+04:00 India launches first hydrogen-powered train in clean energy push India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-final-how-argentinas-spanish-colonial-past-and-now-messi-connect-the-nations-1.500610950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/etirdxto/preview.jpg Argentina's Lionel Messi gestures to the fans at the end of the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Gulf News en 2026-07-17T11:22:02.414+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2026 final: How Argentina's Spanish colonial past and now Messi connect the nations World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/australia-protests-laos-response-to-2024-tainted-alcohol-deaths-2-1.500610955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/i8ioccpe/G5aQ0-pW0AEkX8P.jpg Methanol-tainted liquor deaths in Vang Vieng reignite concerns over tourist safety Gulf News en 2026-07-17T11:08:16.216+04:00 Australia protests Laos response to 2024 tainted alcohol deaths Oceania, Australia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/10-million-bounty-on-trump-iran-aligned-iraqi-militia-calls-for-assassination-after-soleimani-remarks-1.500610940 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/78peq4ai/Screenshot-2026-07-17-at-2.47.19-PM.png During the funeral of Iran Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, anti-US militants in Iran unfurled a banner showing a $100 million offer for killing US President Donald Trump. Now, an Iraq-based group announced a $10-million reward for the head of the US leader following Trump's "audacious and offensive statements" against what the groups called "martyred commanders who fought ISIS", including Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/38b77fdf/Screenshot_2026_07_17_at_2_52_27_PM.png $10 million bounty was offered offered by Iran-backed groups based in Iraq for killing US President Donald Trump. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-04/yui1ard8/newsml_afp_com_20260404T110605Z_doc_a6qt7bh.jpeg The double-decker bus carrying Iraq's men's national football team moves past a billboard depicting slain Iran-aligned commanders Qassem Soleimani, Abbas Raad, and Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, in a parade with fans in the Jadriya area of central Baghdad on April 4, 2026 to celebrate the country's qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be held in North America in the summer. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/pkzjlxuk/irgc_1783947670565.jpg Protesters hold placards at a march in central London against the Islamic revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Gulf News en 2026-07-17T11:04:39.713+04:00 $10-million bounty on Trump: Iran-aligned Iraqi militia calls for assassination after Soleimani remarks Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/uae-wins-global-coffee-championship-in-italy-1.500610872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/sq4an8m4/Int-Finals-Barista-ChallengeUAELablibell-Bajarias-1.jpg Lablibell Bajarias https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/bxsfmoxm/Int-Finals-Barista-ChallengeUAELablibell-Bajarias-6.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/9yx0908i/Int-Finals-Barista-ChallengeUAELablibell-Bajarias-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/y0lhfaht/Int-Finals-Barista-ChallengeUAELablibell-Bajarias-8.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:53:32.648+04:00 UAE wins global coffee championship in Italy people, UAE, Pinoy, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/dubai-rebuts-false-explosion-reports-as-us-launches-6th-night-of-strikes-on-iran-1.500609457 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/mm74hl7v/1.jpg Earlier this morning, American forces struck coastal defense and cruise missile sites on Greater Tunb Island during a 90-minute wave. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/rfs2uowa/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285787606.jpeg President Donald Trump addresses the nation from the East Room of the White House on July 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump is expected to speak on election security. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:46:43.185+04:00 Dubai rebuts false explosion reports as US launches 6th night of strikes on Iran Mena, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-to-ban-energy-drink-sales-to-under-16s-new-rules-caffeine-limits-and-fines-explained-1.500610910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/23/190823-sugary-drinks_16cbedbebec_large.jpg Government moves to curb high-caffeine drinks amid child health concerns Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:31:45.628+04:00 UK to ban energy drink sales to under-16s: New rules, caffeine limits and fines explained Europe, Health, UK, Europe https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/emirates-dermatology-society-and-leo-pharma-sign-mou-to-advance-chronic-hand-eczema-awareness-in-uae-1.500610919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/24w69swo/Image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:29:07.064+04:00 Emirates Dermatology Society and LEO Pharma sign MoU to advance chronic hand eczema awareness in UAE Company News, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/enfield-royal-clinic-opens-new-shakhbout-city-branch-to-expand-access-to-aesthetic-and-healthcare-services-in-abu-dhabi-1.500610916 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/tekux526/Gulf-News-PR-Image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:24:55.230+04:00 Enfield Royal Clinic opens new Shakhbout City branch to expand access to aesthetic and healthcare services in Abu Dhabi Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/smartcrowd-secures-record-dh193-million-offer-for-dubai-hills-villa-1.500610907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/k3mhzhig/Sidra-SmartCrowd.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:19:54.759+04:00 SmartCrowd secures record Dh19.3 million offer for Dubai Hills villa Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-the-uae-this-weekend-latest-flight-cancellations-airline-updates-and-travel-advisories-1.500610887 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-16/twnqy9b7/20260307324.JPG Flying from the UAE today? Here's everything that's changed—from Saudi flight cancellations to Etihad delays and new airline travel updates. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/10/Stock-UAE-travel---Dubai---Airport_18b1a1e987c_large.jpg Passengers at Dubai International Airport. Airlines continue to adjust flight schedules and capacity across the Middle East as regional tensions and strong summer travel demand reshape operations. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:17:45.587+04:00 Flying from the UAE this weekend? Latest flight cancellations, airline updates and travel advisories Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, India UAE travel, travel, Aviation, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/bt-properties-pushes-forward-as-waada-records-major-construction-milestones-1.500610905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/g12ix2bg/Waadamid-constructionupdated3.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:14:33.941+04:00 BT Properties pushes forward as WAADA records major construction milestones Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/pelés-1958-world-cup-final-jersey-sells-for-record-49-million-at-new-york-auction-1.500610888 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/kdfou3am/newsml_afp_com_20260520T113254Z_doc_b3fh9cq.jpeg Brazilian midfielder Pele (L) dribbles past Italian defender Tarcisio Burgnich during the World Cup final on June 21, 1970 in Mexico City. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:10:10.278+04:00 Pelé’s 1958 World Cup final jersey sells for record $4.9 million at New York auction World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/looking-for-a-creative-summer-5-events-at-manarat-al-saadiyat-to-check-out-1.500607343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/fy9o72fx/Manarat_Al_Saadiyat_1623153731706_179eb80687d_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/6z393zb7/Art_therapy_helps_kids_with_ADHD_186b6c90a08_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/06/26/paint_19055938431_large.jpg From crayons and paints to magnetic tiles and puzzles - do you have all the supplies you need to keep your kids busy, happy and engaged this summer? https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/ol5ypczh/classic-Hollywood-style-portrait Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:09:20.916+04:00 Looking for a creative summer? 5 events at Manarat Al Saadiyat to check out Lifestyle, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/shark-flexstyle-review-the-smart-alternative-to-the-dyson-airwrap-for-most-buyers-1.500608532 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/016bydhm/sharkvsdyson-1.png Premium hair styling devices Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:00:00.000+04:00 Shark FlexStyle review: The smart alternative to the Dyson Airwrap for most buyers Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-review-1.500601071 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/y9vka05c/boseearbuds-1.png Travel-ready wireless earbuds Gulf News en 2026-07-17T10:00:00.000+04:00 Bose QuietComfort earbuds review Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-hits-90-day-low-after-dh10250-fall-from-april-peak-1.500610883 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2011/8/9/1_16a07ffe219.849515_2532738741_16a07ffe219_large.jpg A display at a shop in Dubai’s Gold Souk. With the price of the yellow metal spiralling in theglobal market, retailers say demand for jewellery has fallen while that for bars has gone up. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T09:57:13.138+04:00 Dubai gold hits 90-day low after Dh102.50 fall from April peak Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/at-least-14-dead-in-peru-road-accident-authorities-1.500610734 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/oo0j3lub/14-people-were-killed-and-five-were-injured-after-a-minibus-plunged-off-a-road-into-a-500-meter-ravine-in-northern-Peru.png At least 14 people were killed and five were injured after a minibus plunged off a road into a 500-meter ravine in northern Peru. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T09:48:44.345+04:00 At least 14 dead in Peru road accident: authorities Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-and-sharjah-flights-from-this-saudi-airport-cancelled-again-on-day-four-1.500610842 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/02/10/Copy-of-2022-02-10T111453Z_1230879253_RC2ZGS91TPEW_RTRMADP_3_YEMEN-SECURITY-SAUDI-AIRPORT-1644494531566_17ee3832c0e_large.jpg A Saudi security officer walks past Saudi Arabia's Abha airport. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T09:25:03.878+04:00 Dubai and Sharjah flights from this Saudi airport cancelled again on day four Aviation, Saudi, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iran-new-image-shows-chabahar-port-tower-damage-amid-fresh-attacks-1.500610832 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/scah34i5/HNZiIkCWQAAEtf3.jpg Chabahar port tower appears damaged after repeated US strikes Gulf News en 2026-07-17T09:13:55.422+04:00 US strikes Iran: New image shows Chabahar port tower damage amid fresh attacks Mena, Donald Trump, America, Iran Israel conflict https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-7-biggest-leaks-before-you-upgrade-camera-dark-cherry-design-and-more-1.500610815 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-07/dkyplc1j/G4mW3O4XUAACU9L.jpg The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series has leaked online, revealing rumours about its battery, camera, design, under‑display Face ID, and more ahead of next year’s launch. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T08:55:36.694+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro: 7 biggest leaks before you upgrade — camera, dark cherry design and more Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/song-joong-ki-second-divorce-claims-spread-online-despite-public-appearance-with-katie-saunders-fans-push-back-1.500610798 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/08/Viral--Korean-actor-Song-Joong-ki-s-Dh8.3m-Hawai-home_18a752b48e5_large.jpg Song Joong-ki married Katy Louise Saunders in 2022. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T08:24:54.168+04:00 Song Joong-ki 'second divorce' claims spread online despite public appearance with Katie Saunders, fans push back Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dirham-strength-against-indian-pakistani-rupees-and-philippine-peso-opens-lucrative-transfer-window-for-expats-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-12/8ep1dcx9/Stock-exchange-remit Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T08:21:52.380+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/avoid-deploying-indian-seafarers-through-hormuz-advises-dgma-says-their-safety-remains-central-amid-gulf-attacks-1.500610783 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/o3kadcwg/ANI_20260717034333.jpg Representative Image (Photo/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-07-17T08:14:13.903+04:00 'Avoid deploying Indian seafarers' through Hormuz, advises DGMA India, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-slips-as-traders-weigh-iran-blockade-risks-brent-holds-above-84-1.500610730 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/ex2okv4d/c788100ac63fb7943d6de755d1c09026.jpg Oil prices slipped in Asian trading on Friday as investors weighed the impact of the US naval blockade of Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/mzidbkhl/Screenshot-2026-07-17-at-11.55.46-AM.png Fossil fuel prices as of 12.55pm Tokyo on Friday (July 17, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-07-17T08:04:42.325+04:00 Oil slips as traders weigh Iran blockade risks, Brent holds above $84 Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-suspends-teleprompter-operator-over-betting-allegations-2-1.500610784 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/isneri82/newsml_afp_com_20260626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286410341.jpeg White House aide accused of profiting from bets on Trump speech language Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:52:19.176+04:00 Trump suspends teleprompter operator over betting allegations Americas, us-elections, Donald Trump https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-spy-agencies-split-over-china-election-intel-1.500610756 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/e7hbkku7/202607173867295.jpg US spy agencies split over China election intel Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:45:57.330+04:00 US spy agencies split over China election intel Americas, Asia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tom-hiddleston-attends-wimbledon-runs-into-urvashi-rautela-in-unexpected-crossover-beautiful-afternoon-1.500610771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/ebq05p9q/tom.webp Tom Hiddleston was spotted at Wimbledon. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:34:57.234+04:00 Tom Hiddleston attends Wimbledon, runs into Urvashi Rautela in unexpected crossover: 'Beautiful afternoon' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/meet-aryan-gupta-neet-ug-2026-topper-who-wants-to-become-an-oncologist-how-he-overcame-setbacks-1.500610767 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/wyqsd0lv/HNYpXjwaEAAWGl0.jpg Ludhiana teen tops NEET-UG 2026 with 715/720, driven by a promise to fight cancer as an oncologist Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:31:51.664+04:00 Meet Aryan Gupta, NEET UG 2026 topper who wants to become an oncologist: How he overcame setbacks India, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/im-grateful-for-everything-life-has-given-me-says-cape-verde-goalkeeper-vozinha-1.500610619 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/iaggr4y6/newsml_afp_com_20260703T233950Z_doc_b98p6hl.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha eyes the ball as he dives during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Argentina and Cape Verde at the Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens on July 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:30:00.000+04:00 I’m grateful for everything life has given me, says Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-denies-3-idiots-was-inspired-by-sonam-wangchuk-voices-concern-over-hunger-strike-hope-it-ends-soon-1.500610766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/y6quju0f/TAB_190804_Aamir_Khan_1564908283493_16c5bcd6666_original_ratio.jpg Aamir has dismissed the idea that Sonam Wangchuk inspired the character, he emphasised that he is deeply concerned about the activist's health as his indefinite hunger strike continues. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:17:50.065+04:00 Aamir Khan denies 3 Idiots was inspired by Sonam Wangchuk, voices concern over hunger strike: 'Hope it ends soon' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-revives-election-fraud-claims-ahead-of-us-midterms-in-primetime-white-house-address-1.500610759 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/xn160lh9/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285785613.jpeg President Donald Trump addresses the nation from the East Room of the White House on July 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump is expected to speak on election security. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/jrqrhs1o/newsml_afp_com_20260716T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285787797.jpeg President Donald Trump addresses the nation from the East Room of the White House on July 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump was expected to speak on election security. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:03:37.640+04:00 Trump revives election fraud claims ahead of US midterms in primetime White House address Americas, us-elections, America, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/uaes-new-traffic-law-severe-penalties-for-drunk-driving-and-narcotic-substance-use-1.1730801519076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/05/STOCK-Al-Khail-Road-_191c2b2156e_large.jpg Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2024 introduces tough penalties, including fines and licence suspensions, effective from March 29 2025, to combat driving under the influence of alcohol and narcotics. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T07:00:00.000+04:00 UAE's Traffic Law: Severe penalties for drunk driving and narcotic substance use Living-Transport, UAE traffic fines https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/bts-at-2026-fifa-world-cup-final-how-many-minutes-will-they-get-on-a-crowded-20-minute-halftime-1.500610745 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/9lgsl8dl/BTS3.jpeg BTS: RM, J-Hope, Jungkook, Jimin, Jin, Suga, and V Gulf News en 2026-07-17T06:57:47.942+04:00 BTS at 2026 FIFA World Cup final: How many minutes will they get on a crowded 20-minute halftime? World Cup, Entertainment, Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/us-iran-strikes-qatar-confirms-child-injured-after-iranian-missile-attack-1.500610752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/gpfybjq2/Qatarflag Child among three hurt in Qatar as regional tensions flare in Iran-US standoff Gulf News en 2026-07-17T06:49:40.046+04:00 US-Iran strikes: Qatar confirms child injured after Iranian missile attack Qatar, Qatar, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-17-1.500610737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/zdkjf8gm/Screenshot-2026-07-17-at-7.45.13-AM.png According to the US Central Command, American forces also boarded a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman while enforcing Washington's renewed blockade of Iranian ports. CentCom said three additional ships attempting to reach Iranian ports had been intercepted and redirected. Over 50,000 U.S. service members are deployed across the Middle East and remain ready. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/2riuozxf/Screenshot-2026-07-17-at-10.27.40-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-07-17T06:43:33.269+04:00 US-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know today (July 17) Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/meet-emirati-metal-band-metarust-two-brothers-a-childhood-friend-and-how-metallica-fuelled-their-uae-rise-1.500610570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/zl72svf9/Copy-of-Sandstorm-7-2-2026-99.jpeg Left to right: Saif Sami, Samir Sami and Marwan El Messeery. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/q07ffdol/Copy-of-2S3A0236-1.JPG Samir Sami, Saif Sami, and Marwan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/4dd5cef9/Copy_of_2S3A0248.jpeg In school, both Marwan and Saif would be writing: They wanted to be in a band. There was no other dream. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T06:00:00.000+04:00 Meet Emirati metal band Metarust: Two brothers, a childhood friend and how Metallica fuelled their UAE rise UAE, Lifestyle, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/etihad-rails-dubai-station-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-metro-link-before-september-30-1.500610067 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/970z2beh/New-Etihad-Rail-Dubai-Station.jpg Etihad rail Dubai station nearing completion. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/5lkr510f/New-Etihad-Rail-Dubai-Station-4.jpg A footbridge under construction linking Etihad rail Dubai station to Dubai metro Jumeirah Golf Estates station. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/oga4rajs/New-Etihad-Rail-Dubai-Station-5.jpg A footbridge under construction linking Etihad rail Dubai station to Dubai metro Jumeirah Golf Estates station. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/wgaxg27c/ETIHAD-RAIL-MAP.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-17T06:00:00.000+04:00 Etihad Rail's Dubai station almost ready to welcome passengers: All you need to know UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/pera-tax-free-state-backed-retirement-account-ofws-can-use-to-secure-their-future-1.500610711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/haokpsir/Peso_bills_PHP_peso_dollar_181d90c72f9_original_ratio.jpg Many OFWs hope their savings, investments or pension will be enough for retirement. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-07/e4vpfrw1/ofw.jpg OFWs flying back to the Philippines https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/k8t9o8u6/OFWs_1791e57e1f0_original_ratio.JPG For non-resident citizens (i.e. Overseas Filipino Workers, OFWs) — income is taxable only when derived from sources within the Philippines. The Tax Code (Section 23) provides that an OFW's income from abroad (income from overseas employment) is exempt from income tax. The OFW tax exemptions stay under TRAIN law. But while OFW income from overseas are tax-exempt, income derived in the Philippines (investments, capital gains tax) are not. | File photo of OFWs flying back to the Philippines. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T05:45:30.398+04:00 PERA: Tax-free, state-backed retirement account OFWs can use to secure their future Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-forecasts-rain-fog-and-dusty-winds-over-coming-days-1.500610571 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/zveszo4z/Rain Gulf News en 2026-07-17T05:30:00.000+04:00 UAE forecasts rain, fog and dusty winds over coming days Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-domestic-worker-service-wins-top-digital-government-award-1.500610606 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/gh7alb6y/Lieutenant-General-Mohammed-Ahmed-Al-Marri-Director-General-of-GDRFA-Dubai Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of GDRFA Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/01/Visa--GDRFA_16a73eefa1e_large.jpg GDRFA Dubai celebrates its Best Digital City Experience award win. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/cmue0m6v/Colonel-Expert-Khalid-Ahmed-Bin-Madia-Al-Falasi-Assistant-Director-General-of-the-Digital-Services-Affairs-Sector-at-GDRFA-Dubai Colonel Expert Khalid Ahmed Bin Madia Al Falasi, Assistant Director-General of the Digital Services Affairs Sector at GDRFA Dubai Gulf News en 2026-07-17T05:19:53.764+04:00 Dubai domestic worker service wins top digital government award Government, Dubai, Health, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/icc-confirms-charges-against-ex-libyan-prison-boss-1.500610347 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/zl9xren3/el-hishri-initial-20251203-52.jpg Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri appearing for the first time before the ICC judges on December 3, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T05:04:50.850+04:00 ICC confirms charges against ex-Libyan prison boss Africa, Europe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-future-of-national-prosperity-begins-with-family-wellbeing-1.500610160 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/bfas8s0s/parents1.jpg Supporting families strengthens the fabric of society and creates cohesive communities that are better equipped to contribute to national development and the wellbeing of future generations. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/rhmwhsx1/Sana_bint_Mohammed_Suhail.jpg Sana bint Mohamed Suhail Gulf News en 2026-07-17T05:02:00.000+04:00 The future of national prosperity begins with family wellbeing Op-Eds, Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/who-warns-dr-congo-ebola-outbreak-is-outpacing-response-1.500610662 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/5cz59w0v/202606083817438.jpg Ebola cases top 2,200, with nearly 800 deaths, as WHO warns that the two-month-old outbreak has continued to expand. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T04:23:27.838+04:00 WHO warns DR Congo Ebola outbreak is outpacing response Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/macron-pledges-zero-tolerance-for-arson-after-spate-of-fires-in-france-1.500610135 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/an2mvpua/newsml_afp_com_20260716T111404Z_doc_c2cg946.jpeg This photograph shows a firefighter aircraft flying near a plume of smoke from a fire in the Fontainebleau Forest, in Noisy-sur-Ecole, in the Paris' Ile-de-France region on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T04:16:04.354+04:00 Macron pledges 'zero tolerance' for arson after spate of fires in France Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-announces-visa-restrictions-targeting-foreign-nationals-linked-to-far-left-terrorist-networks-1.500610677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/lpna486y/ANI_20260716235749.jpg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressing the State Department ministerial on the resurgence of political terrorism (Photo/X@SecRubio) Gulf News en 2026-07-17T04:10:41.741+04:00 US announces visa restrictions targeting foreign nationals linked to 'far-left terrorist' networks Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/some-engines-fail-to-ignite-spacex-starship-launch-aborted-on-the-pad-at-the-last-moment-1.500610664 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/79csht3w/preview.jpg SpaceX's mega rocket Starship stands ready but was aborted before liftoff, in Starbase, Texas, Thursday, July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T04:03:35.701+04:00 Some engines fail to ignite: SpaceX Starship launch aborted on the pad at the last moment Americas, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strike-reportedly-destroys-key-bridge-near-bandar-abbas-blasts-heard-neariranshahr-airport-as-conflict-with-iran-escalates-1.500610660 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/sca19mbb/Screenshot-2026-07-17-at-7.11.48-AM.png The US has reportedly struck a key Iranian road bridge connecting Bandar Abbas to other cities inland, dropping it into the Shur River. The strike has killed at least 2 people, injured 4, and caused power outages in the area, according to an unverified report. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T03:19:08.634+04:00 US strike reportedly destroys key bridges near Bandar Abbas, blasts heard near Iranshahr Airport as conflict with Iran escalates Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/house-republicans-95-billion-iran-war-package-clears-first-hurdle-1.500610593 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/nwmbrmm4/preview.jpg House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, center, speaks with an aide during a markup on the Fiscal Year 2027 spending plan, at the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, July 16, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) Gulf News en 2026-07-17T02:57:47.569+04:00 House Republicans' $95 billion Iran war package clears first hurdle iran war house republican budget https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/3rd-ld-writethru-2371-1.500610428 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/838fsr6t/preview.jpg Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva attends a working session at the G7 summit, in Evian-les-Bains, France, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (Mandel Ngan/Pool Photo via AP) Gulf News en 2026-07-17T02:53:20.215+04:00 Brazil calls Trump’s 25% tariff unjust and vows to impose reciprocal tariffs Brazil US tariffs Trump Lula Bolsonaro https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-marines-storm-iranian-linked-tanker-in-dramatic-gulf-boarding-steel-wall-blockade-in-action-1.500610648 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/el31lzrm/Screenshot-2026-07-17-at-6.11.35-AM.png Marines fast-rope from a chopper onto the vessel's deck amid routine maritime security operations. The action comes amid heightened US-Iran tensions and ongoing military operations in the region. Gulf News en 2026-07-17T02:32:58.794+04:00 US Marines storm Iranian-linked tanker in dramatic Gulf boarding — 'steel wall' blockade in action Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/how-high-stakes-impeachment-case-could-reshape-philippines-democracy-on-trial-1.500609859 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/onobc06k/newsml_afp_com_20260715T084402Z_doc_c28v8cq.jpeg Philippine Senator Robin Padilla (C) listens during the impeachment trial for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Philippine Senate in Pasay city on July 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/fyj8yc7j/newsml_afp_com_20260713T074440Z_doc_b9zf763.jpeg Philippine Senators, acting judges of the impeachment court, attend the ongoing impeachment hearing of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate in Pasay, Metro Manila on July 13, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/aczfn2xw/senate.jpg The Philippine Senate, sitting as an impeachment court, tackled Article IV of the Articles of Impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte Gulf News en 2026-07-17T02:28:57.445+04:00 How high-stakes impeachment case could reshape Philippines: Democracy on trial Philippines, Opinion https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/icc-reprimands-gurnoor-brar-over-ball-throwing-incident-during-birmingham-odi-1.500610592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/a9mraaih/Brar.jpg India's Gurnoor Brar celebrates the wicket of England's Ben Duckett during 1st ODI, at Edgbaston stadium in Birmingham on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T23:56:27.493+04:00 ICC reprimands Gurnoor Brar over ball-throwing incident during Birmingham ODI Cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uaes-edge-to-acquire-brazils-akaer-in-major-aerospace-expansion-1.500610575 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/d1tc28e9/edge.jpg Brazilian aerospace company will continue operating locally while adding decades of engineering expertise to EDGE. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T23:26:20.276+04:00 UAE's EDGE to acquire Brazil's AKAER in major aerospace expansion Aviation, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-nationals-can-now-renew-emirates-id-cards-12-months-before-expiry-1.500610568 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/epp4gadh/ID The change took effect on Tuesday, 14 July 2026, doubling the previous early-renewal window from six months to 12 months. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T23:10:24.939+04:00 UAE nationals can now renew Emirates ID cards 12 months before expiry UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-and-sultan-of-oman-discuss-bilateral-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500610492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/2fyq3t8u/h8u05hdo1ka1o58po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T23:06:14.916+04:00 UAE President and Sultan of Oman discuss bilateral ties and regional developments Government, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/ajman-police-mobile-centre-assists-corniche-tower-fire-victims-1.500610455 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/jm40vwbc/Ajman-Police-3.jpg Ajman Police's mobile smart centre assists residents after tower fire. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/v4sxhb2x/Ajman-police-1.jpg Ajman Police's mobile smart centre assists residents after tower fire. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/a5cg3b5r/Ajman-police-2.jpg Ajman Police's mobile smart centre assists residents after tower fire. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T22:55:49.741+04:00 Ajman Police mobile centre assists corniche tower fire victims emergencies, UAE, Ajman https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rohit-sharma-likely-to-exit-indias-odi-setup-after-england-series-1.500610555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/6yxw9rez/newsml_afp_com_20260716T121006Z_doc_c2cr6zp.jpeg India's Rohit Sharma comes out to bat for the second ODI against England at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, Wales on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T22:50:38.913+04:00 Rohit Sharma likely to exit India's ODI setup after England series Cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-denies-claims-it-agreed-to-take-part-in-military-action-against-iran-1.500610526 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/ssbpfupm/newsml_afp_com_20260413T062848Z_doc_a7jx9hd.jpeg A view of the Doha skyline at night. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T22:32:30.821+04:00 Qatar denies claims it agreed to take part in military action against Iran Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-to-take-actions-against-media-outlets-over-false-reports-and-unverified-news-1.500610503 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/g5d9wdk8/Fake-news Gulf News en 2026-07-16T22:11:48.424+04:00 Dubai to take action against media outlets over false reports and unverified news Government, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/neet-ug-2026-results-out-over-11-million-qualify-counselling-next-1.500610522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/edkl0s2r/20260621892f.jpg Women make up most qualifiers as counselling process begins for medical seats. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T22:10:48.427+04:00 NEET UG 2026 results out: Over 1.1 million qualify, counselling next India https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-denies-reports-of-explosions-in-downtown-1.500610449 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/wda3bwhz/Dubaiskyline2026 Dubai skyline Gulf News en 2026-07-16T21:05:09.964+04:00 Dubai denies reports of explosions in Downtown UAE, UAE, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-rolls-out-sick-leave-insurance-scheme-from-july-19-1.500610430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/s85ybhbf/Oman The new scheme introduces a 1 per cent employer-funded contribution based on each covered employee's contribution wage. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T20:59:44.762+04:00 Oman rolls out sick leave insurance scheme from July 19 Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-mulls-mandatory-drug-tests-for-new-employees-1.500610409 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/bx3q9x9d/Oman Gulf News en 2026-07-16T20:58:38.624+04:00 Oman mulls mandatory drug tests for new employees Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/books/sharjah-opens-registration-for-global-publishers-conference-ahead-of-sibf-2026-1.500610403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/junbbim6/4.png Gulf News en 2026-07-16T20:36:08.707+04:00 Sharjah opens registration for global publishers conference ahead of SIBF 2026 Books https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/jbl-charge-6-review-the-bluetooth-speaker-that-earns-its-place-by-the-pool-1.500602452 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-09/1czp1qb2/JBL-Speakers-1.png Portable Speaker by poolside https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-09/p6gjx9sy/JBL-Speakers-1.png Outdoor music essential Gulf News en 2026-07-16T20:00:00.000+04:00 JBL Charge 6 review: The Bluetooth speaker that earns its place by the pool Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/two-million-cold-drinks-to-be-distributed-to-dubai-workers-this-summer-1.500610364 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/rb5cdj8g/Food-bank Gulf News en 2026-07-16T19:53:25.892+04:00 Two million cold drinks to be distributed to Dubai workers this summer UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/famous-influencer-dr-food-sentenced-to-life-over-drug-manufacturing-case-1.500610361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/e28gpwqq/dr-food Gulf News en 2026-07-16T19:47:42.305+04:00 Famous influencer 'Dr Food' sentenced to life over drug manufacturing case Mena, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-discovers-rare-4000-year-old-communal-tomb-in-al-ain-1.500610334 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/jb5ndd15/AD The subterranean tomb chamber served as a communal burial site for hundreds of individuals over at least a 1,000 years. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T19:44:53.276+04:00 Abu Dhabi discovers rare 4,000-year-old communal tomb in Al Ain UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/liwa-date-festival-opens-with-3-tonnes-of-fresh-dates-1.500610365 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/46j0tii5/5c157d0f-45e9-4c6b-bb46-a72b01b7d979.jpeg Giant winning bunch headlines opening day as farmers vie for Dh8 million in prizes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/89gqqnmv/IMG5963.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T19:39:30.944+04:00 Liwa Date Festival opens with 3 tonnes of fresh dates UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-outlines-safety-standards-for-public-drinking-water-coolers-and-charity-fridges-1.500610325 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/ibw7ctc3/DM Operators must have water samples tested every six months at accredited laboratories to ensure they are free from harmful bacteria. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T19:19:12.425+04:00 Dubai outlines safety standards for public drinking water coolers and charity fridges UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-indian-consulate-announces-three-day-closure-from-july-17-1.500610328 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/12/28/NAT-201101-STOCK-INDIA-CONSULATE--3-1609164674097_176a9b05435_large.jpg Passport, visa and attestation services at the Consulate General of India in Dubai will resume on July 20. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T19:13:18.832+04:00 Dubai Indian Consulate announces three-day closure from July 17 people, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-awaits-one-of-centurys-longest-eclipses-after-75-years-1.500610297 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/lbkoe0fp/Eclipse The eclipse will plunge parts of western and southern Saudi Arabia into darkness for nearly six minutes. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T18:46:53.960+04:00 Saudi Arabia awaits one of century’s longest eclipses after 75 years Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/parking-near-mosques-abu-dhabi-police-warn-of-dh500-fines-1.500610299 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/a1eqezw8/Mosque-in-Abu-Dhabi-Stock Gulf News en 2026-07-16T18:42:42.644+04:00 Parking near mosques? Abu Dhabi Police warn of Dh500 fines Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/rain-falls-over-parts-of-uae-more-showers-forecast-on-friday-1.500610263 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/gnzdnkxc/Rain Showers were reported near Al Qua'a, south of Al Ain, while light drizzle was recorded in parts of Fujairah and Khorfakkan. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T18:19:21.111+04:00 Rain falls over parts of UAE, more showers forecast on Friday Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-urges-citizens-in-new-zealand-to-exercise-caution-after-earthquake-1.500610247 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/mzlxlbd8/MoFA Gulf News en 2026-07-16T18:15:53.268+04:00 UAE urges citizens in New Zealand to exercise caution after earthquake Government, Oceania, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/friday-sermon-marks-covenant-of-the-union-with-call-for-unity-1.500610249 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-04/s5cq1rso/Imam-Al-Nawawi-mosque-3.jpg Worshippers are encouraged to renew their commitment to faith, national unity and loyalty to the UAE. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T18:08:38.979+04:00 Friday sermon marks Covenant of the Union with call for unity people https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/health-fitness/ai-flags-250000-cancer-studies-as-scientists-warn-of-fake-research-surge-1.500610046 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/xvij7awc/prostate.jpg Machine-learning tool could help journals detect fraudulent research before publication. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T18:01:22.748+04:00 AI flags 250,000 cancer studies as scientists warn of fake research surge Health Fitness https://gulfnews.com/uae/pakistan-consulate-in-dubai-to-close-on-friday-1.500610240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/07/01/Pakistan-Consulate-Dubai_1730a57882a_large.jpg Pakistani Consulate in Dubai will remain closed on July 17 due to maintenance services. File photo Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:51:37.788+04:00 Pakistan Consulate in Dubai to close on Friday UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-appoints-dr-jassim-al-marzooqi-as-director-general-of-the-federal-authority-for-ambulance-and-civil-defence-1.500610013 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/4bl1ltib/Major.jpg Major General Dr. Jassim Mohammed Hassan Al Marzooqi Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:49:34.647+04:00 UAE appoints Dr Jassim Al Marzooqi as Director-General of the Federal Authority for Ambulance and Civil Defence Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/sindhu-stuns-world-no-5-han-yue-to-reach-japan-open-quarters-1.500610228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/n7hyu96t/202607163866065.jpg PV Sindhu dismantles world No. 5 Han Yue. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:38:45.463+04:00 Sindhu stuns World No 5 Han Yue to reach Japan Open quarters Sport, india, Badminton https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-orders-temporary-closure-of-take-restaurant-after-food-safety-breaches-1.500610202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/fmy1rvtc/image.png The establishment was ordered to cease operations for breaching Abu Dhabi's Food Law No. 2 of 2008 and its implementing regulations. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:34:49.124+04:00 Abu Dhabi orders temporary closure of Take Restaurant after food safety breaches UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/century-financials-lakshmanan-meyyappan-sets-guinness-world-record-as-youngest-chartered-accountant-at-16-1.500610205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/hcvni85d/PHOTO-2026-07-16-17-14-58.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:27:13.341+04:00 Century Financial’s Lakshmanan Meyyappan sets Guinness World Record as youngest chartered accountant at 16 Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-mulls-bigger-iran-operation-as-hormuz-crisis-deepens-1.500610181 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/gdbgeblw/trujp.gif Among the options reportedly under consideration are an operation to seize Kharg Island Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:23:51.945+04:00 Is Trump mulling bigger Iran operation as Hormuz crisis deepens? Mena, Americas, Iran, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/malabar-gold-diamonds-becomes-the-first-exporter-of-jewellery-under-india-uk-fta-1.500610180 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/v6g6prjl/India-CETA.gif Periasamy Kumaran, High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom, presents a commemorative certificate to Mohammed Ziad, Head of UK & Europe Operations at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, in recognition of the company becoming the first importer of jewellery under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:15:36.854+04:00 Malabar Gold & Diamonds becomes the first exporter of jewellery under India-UK FTA Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubais-biennial-private-aviation-show-to-return-in-december-as-sector-gathers-pace-1.500610175 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/06/Boeing-Business-Jet-2_184e80425fd_medium.jpg The MEBAA Show is held every two years and has become one of the Middle East's largest events dedicated to business and private aviation. Pictured above is the interiors of a Boeing business jet at MEBAA 2024. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T17:04:34.388+04:00 Dubai's biennial private aviation show to return in December as sector gathers pace Aviation, Travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-rta-to-auction-150-premium-number-plates-from-july-27-1.500610155 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/22/rta-auction-of-number-plates-1684760556564_188438df42c_large.jpg Registration starts July 20 as 150 premium vehicle and motorcycle plates go on sale. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:44:56.020+04:00 Dubai RTA to auction 150 premium number plates from July 27 Transport https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/binance-marks-nine-years-nearly-half-of-all-crypto-holders-use-binance-1.500610143 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/6ml3yx02/shutterstock2364212385.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:39:57.349+04:00 Binance marks nine years: Nearly half of all crypto holders use Binance Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/at-least-11-die-in-algeria-orphanage-fire-during-heatwave-1.500609678 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/grcaeax7/newsml_afp_com_20260716T122800Z_doc_c2ct8cq.jpeg Police officers stand guard as vehicles leave through the entrance of an orphanage following a fire in the Mohammadia suburb of Algiers on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:39:51.031+04:00 At least 11 die in Algeria orphanage fire during heatwave Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/orange-lipped-monkey-confirmed-as-new-species-in-congo-rainforest-1.500610128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/axmjzcc7/monkeyred.jpg An international team of researchers from the DRC, the United States and Germany spent several years studying the elusive orange-lipped monkey through field observations, photography, sound recordings and genetic analysis before confirming it as a distinct species. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:33:23.962+04:00 Orange-lipped monkey confirmed as new species in Congo rainforest Africa, Africa https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/england-fans-550-world-cup-tattoo-backfires-after-argentina-knockout-1.500610109 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/93tnr00s/Tatoo-new.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:27:42.867+04:00 England fan’s £550 World Cup tattoo backfires after Argentina knockout World Cup, Football, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/doctor-found-dead-as-wife-seen-on-phone-when-police-arrive-1.500610049 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/12/Stock-crime-police-jailed_17c752f0df8_large.jpg The doctor's family has filed a complaint accusing her of the murder. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:18:03.832+04:00 Doctor found dead as wife seen on phone when police arrive India, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/toronto-air-ranked-among-worlds-worst-as-wildfire-smoke-billows-south-1.500610076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/x0etbije/toronto.jpg People walk in downtown Toronto, as smoke from forest fires in Northern Ontario causes poor air quality over the city, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, July 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:11:31.536+04:00 Toronto air ranked among world’s worst as wildfire smoke billows south Americas, Canada https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dr-ahmed-al-shuaibi-named-undersecretary-of-higher-education-ministry-1.500610080 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/syxsp6vy/Shuaibi.jpg Dr Ahmed Sultan Nasser Al Shuaibi Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:09:32.322+04:00 Dr Ahmed Al Shuaibi named Undersecretary of higher education ministry Government, Education, Sheikh mohamed https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/taj-hotels-parent-ihcl-splits-business-into-two-for-700-hotel-expansion-1.500610056 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/8rtpzyl1/Taj.jpg Jai Mahal Palace, an IHCL-operated Taj hotel in Jaipur, India. IHCL has announced a new organisational structure as it pursues plans to expand its global portfolio to 700 hotels by 2030. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:03:02.127+04:00 Taj Hotels parent IHCL splits business into two for 700-hotel expansion Tourism, Hotels, India, india, UAE hotels https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/how-non-stick-coatings-really-work-1.500607485 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/qtkq5k15/non-stick-cook-1.png Non stick pan anatomy Gulf News en 2026-07-16T16:00:00.000+04:00 How non-stick coatings really work Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-final-preview-can-spain-dethrone-argentina-1.500610036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/vpq63206/newsml_afp_com_20260715T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286316486.jpeg The Final July 19 visual with the crests of Spain and Argentina is displayed against the Manhattan skyline during the FIFA Drone show in New York/New Jersey at Liberty State Park https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/hl7v1825/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282675990.jpeg Mikel Oyarzabal has been Spain's main shining light in the attacking areas https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/m7nzri89/newsml_afp_com_20260714T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286141491.jpeg Spain have the best defensive record at the tournament https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/b6aqfku2/preview.jpg The Argentine players would have had their hearts in their mouths as they scrapped passed Cape Verde in the Round of 32 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/pp10iuk0/newsml_afp_com_20260715T215335Z_doc_c2b93xg.jpeg Argentina's journey to the final has been like no other https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/b7hu9v5t/05.jpg Spain's star man switched it on when it mattered against France https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/f8dkm12r/preview.jpg Will the magic man do it again for his country on the biggest stage? Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:52:08.933+04:00 World Cup final preview: Can Spain dethrone Argentina World Cup, Sport, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, Lamine Yamal, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-joins-elite-club-with-hydrogen-train-launch-1.500610037 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/f88mzs91/HL9vOQsaEAATRcE.jpg Route, rollout timeline and tech behind India’s debut hydrogen-powered train Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:51:00.190+04:00 India set to join elite club with hydrogen train launch India https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/how-to-keep-food-and-drinks-cold-outdoors-1.500605961 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/82791j0w/foodcool-1.png Outdoor cooling essentials Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:50:55.432+04:00 How to keep food and drinks cold outdoors Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/could-the-iran-conflict-become-trump-s-forever-war-1.500609987 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/javjej8o/cent.gif A US Navy warship operates near the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran keep one of the world’s busiest energy corridors under close military watch. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:45:20.165+04:00 Could the Iran conflict become Trump’s forever war? Americas, Mena, Gulf, Business, Donald Trump, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/asus-rog-zephyrus-g16-flagship-performance-without-the-usual-gaming-laptop-bulk-1.500609983 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/u9iz5tm5/1110x625-latest.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/5pa9zdiv/Laptop-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/6j43hhz2/Laptop-11.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/bom0o2y8/Laptop-6.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/u6cxri4d/Laptop-7.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/t8hcieml/Laptop-13.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:45:15.046+04:00 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16: Flagship performance without the usual gaming-laptop bulk Consumer-Electronics, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/explained-why-is-satluj-making-headlines-after-disappearing-from-ott-zee5-global-1.500610010 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-06/58qx1c8v/202607033850772.jpg The film had begun streaming on Friday evening and was taken down by Sunday evening despite strong early responses https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-11/yg6e8cd4/ANI_20260711032856.jpg A special community screening of the film Satluj (Photo/ANI) Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:23:12.428+04:00 Explained: Why is Satluj starring Diljit Dosanjh making headlines after disappearing from OTT Zee5 global in UAE and India? Entertainment, BollyWood, India, South-Indian, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/technology/galaxy-z-fold-8-samsung-teases-design-and-camera-upgrades-in-latest-spider-man-promo-1.500609998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/65ba9puf/bold.webp Samsung had already begun dropping hints earlier this week, sharing a promotional image tied to Galaxy Unpacked and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:16:32.645+04:00 Galaxy Z Fold 8: Samsung reveals design and camera upgrades in latest Spider-Man promo Technology, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-ranks-among-worlds-top-20-for-future-ready-education-1.500609986 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/p21lz2t5/Graduation Strong focus on innovation and job-ready graduates lift the country's global standing. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:11:07.616+04:00 UAE ranks among world's top 20 for future-ready education Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-approves-unified-licensing-framework-for-universities-1.500609993 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/rsr7exge/Sheikh-Mohammed-bin-Rashid-visits-Make-it-in-the-Emirates.webp His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai Gulf News en 2026-07-16T15:09:54.603+04:00 UAE approves unified licensing framework for universities Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/carlos-alcaraz-set-for-cincinnati-return-after-missing-two-grand-slams-1.500609975 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-03/mc6goku4/newsml_afp_com_20250825T000000Z_PH_GTY_2232108232.jpeg Carlos Alcaraz Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:57:30.234+04:00 Carlos Alcaraz set for Cincinnati return after missing two Grand Slams Tennis 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https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/rlh78eqq/Samiyah-Haque.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:47:54.796+04:00 Wave Your Flag: Readers share their FIFA World Cup 2026 photos World Cup, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expats-in-uae-demand-permanent-fix-to-passport-crisis-fee-rollback-1.500609937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/7eia5qf3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-5.54.20-PM.jpeg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:41:32.604+04:00 Indian expats in UAE demand permanent fix to passport crisis, fee rollback UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/christopher-nolans-the-odyssey-rewrites-the-hero-a-lawbreaking-odysseus-haunted-by-guilt-not-glory-1.500609932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/i9cbf2v7/preview.jpg Matt Damon as Odysseus in a scene from "The Odyssey." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/l31mr45s/newsml_afp_com_20260714T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286127356.jpeg Travis Scott, Benny Safdie, Elliot Page, Corey Hawkins, Tom Holland, Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Charlize Theron, John Leguizamo, Zendaya, Samantha Morton, Himesh Patel, Jon Bernthal, and Logan Marshall-Green attend the premiere of "The Odyssey" presented by Universal Pictures on July 14, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/6038t566/The-Odyssey-Film-Still-2.jpg Matt Damon and Zendaya in The Odyssey https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/pt0sr9od/The-Odyssey-Film-Still.jpg A still from The Odyssey Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:24:31.237+04:00 Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ reimagines Odysseus as a man haunted by guilt, not glory Entertainment, HollyWood, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/uae/planning-to-jet-ski-in-dubai-heres-what-you-need-to-know-1.500609717 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/u4tgljve/gulfnewsimport20230901Jet-skiing-holidaymakers-shot-dead-by-Algeria-coastguard-after-losing-way18a4ea0ec67large.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:23:28.751+04:00 Planning to jet ski in Dubai? Here's what you need to know UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/new-zealand-warns-of-tsunami-threat-after-59-magnitude-quake-1.500609913 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/0kik2l73/gulfnewsimport20240816Magnitude-6.1-earthquake-shakes-Taiwan19159b90cadlarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:20:57.095+04:00 New Zealand warns of tsunami threat after 5.9-magnitude quake Oceania https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/india-uk-trade-deal-takes-effect-giving-nearly-all-indian-exports-duty-free-access-1.500609919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-25/5i628vo8/_1x_1.jpg Textile, Farm Exports Hopes Rise on UK-India Trade Deal Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:13:39.586+04:00 India-UK trade deal takes effect, giving nearly all Indian exports duty-free access Markets, India, Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/life/tiara-wehbe-the-dubai-based-singer-taking-middle-eastern-music-global-1.500609923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/769fgv18/4.jpg Artists like Tiara are not just part of the conversation; they are defining it, showing that music without borders is music without limits. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T14:10:06.686+04:00 Tiara Wehbe: The Dubai-based singer taking Middle Eastern music global Life https://gulfnews.com/sport/is-messi-on-track-to-win-ninth-ballon-dor-1.500609715 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/8cfhjf9z/preview.jpg Lionel Messi has emerged as a contender for the 2026 Ballon d'Or https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/5bb571h9/newsml_afp_com_20260715T215555Z_doc_c2b829u.jpeg Messi leads the race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/1ppeabo8/newsml_afp_com_20260523T205057Z_doc_b3v66cr.jpeg Bayern Munich's English forward Harry Kane has hit incredible numbers this season https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/kz5fhzpv/newsml_afp_com_20260428T202632Z_doc_a9a64zm.jpeg Michael Olise lit up the Champions League for Bayern this season https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/q43lb8o8/newsml_afp_com_20260530T201954Z_doc_b4hq92p.jpeg Ousmane Dembele won back-to-back Champions League's in another stunning season Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:58:45.868+04:00 Is Messi on track to win ninth Ballon d’Or? Sport, World Cup, Football, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/us-fed-taps-this-indian-economist-to-help-rethink-its-67-trillion-balance-sheet-1.500609906 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/z8z81ocs/f508fdbf7da62c15096c077273eb8694.jpg US Fed taps former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan for key reform panel https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/16/Copy-of-svb-fed-comment-dff35e64-c280-11ed-89d4-13b3694f1fcd-1678939067443_186e891146a_large.jpg Michele’s view before the banking trouble surfaced was that the Fed would raise interest rates in February and March before pausing to assess the impact of its fastest monetary tightening since 1981. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:58:13.471+04:00 US Fed taps this Indian economist to help rethink its $6.7 trillion balance sheet Banking, India https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/39-year-old-messi-broke-records-and-produced-an-all-time-world-cup-masterclass-1.500609853 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/xix5047h/preview.jpg Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) reacts as he leaves the ground after their win in the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/xix5047h/preview.jpg Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) reacts as he leaves the ground after their win in the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman) Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:52:24.634+04:00 39-year-old Messi broke records and produced an all-time World Cup masterclass World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/uae-traffic-alert-dubai-police-warn-of-traffic-delays-after-accident-on-smbz-road-towards-sharjah-1.500609897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/1bc1g1eb/3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:49:10.085+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Dubai Police warn of traffic delays after accident on SMBZ Road towards Sharjah emergencies, Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/resurgent-hamilton-eyes-schumachers-record-1.500609899 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/0x92bxvu/newsml_afp_com_20260705T163139Z_doc_b9bb2la.jpeg Lewis Hamilton waves from the podium following the Formula One British Grand Prix at the Silverstone motor racing circuit in Silverstone, central England, on July 5, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:48:59.854+04:00 Resurgent Hamilton eyes Schumacher's record Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/why-isro-has-tightened-resignation-rules-for-scientists-working-on-gaganyaan-1.500609883 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/26/isro-rocket-satellite_1871e4d89e8_large.jpg ISRO's LVM3 rocket lifts off from Sriharikota in March 2023. The launch vehicle will also power India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:44:43.297+04:00 Why ISRO has tightened resignation rules for scientists working on Gaganyaan India, india https://gulfnews.com/business/property/damac-opens-final-tower-at-chelsea-residences-1.500609873 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/m5r0w97s/Damac-chelsea.jpg Sixth and final tower of Chelsea Residences by DAMAC launched in Dubai Maritime City https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/ogbd4b4i/damac-chelsea-two.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:33:22.021+04:00 DAMAC opens final tower at Chelsea Residences Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/it-rained-sixes-in-washington-freedoms-record-chase-of-267-1.500609877 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/10/SPO-steve-smith--1-1704893322301_18cf38f9466_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:29:09.363+04:00 It rained sixes in Washington Freedom’s record chase of 267 Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/salik-moves-beyond-toll-gates-with-21000-space-dubai-parking-deal-1.500609860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/93m4eotz/Salik-and-DIEZ Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:24:04.550+04:00 Salik moves beyond toll gates with 21,000-space Dubai parking deal UAE, Markets, Dubai parking, parking https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/drunk-son-guns-down-father-over-rs15-billion-property-1.500609840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/so7xikmw/property.jpg Hariom had already given Nikhil shops in the market and about 25 bighas of land, but the accused wanted the remaining property transferred to his name as well. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:09:52.072+04:00 Drunk son guns down father over Rs1.5 billion property India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/england-make-unwanted-world-cup-history-after-another-semi-final-collapse-1.500609845 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/c1mdoc7a/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-16-2026-010544-PM.png England set a much unwanted World Cup final record https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/7/4/1_16a084f08a5.2246572_1857295574_16a084f08a5_large.jpg England's run to the semi-final of the 2018 tournament left the fans filled with pride https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/itas7pjq/newsml_afp_com_20260715T212606Z_doc_c2b93yf.jpeg When the chance of a place in the World Cup final came again, England didn't take their chance Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:09:07.240+04:00 England make unwanted World Cup history after another semi-final collapse Sport, World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/nathan-group-announces-dh45-billion-payroll-milestone-as-it-marks-15-years-of-hr-services-growth-1.500609834 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/5d5c6tor/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T13:00:04.364+04:00 Nathan Group announces Dh4.5 billion payroll milestone as it marks 15 years of HR services growth Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-zendayas-playful-ultimatum-pushed-tom-holland-to-choose-christopher-nolans-the-odyssey-over-spider-man-schedule-1.500609730 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/3lm4u3an/tomholland.webp Tom Holland in The Odyssey. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:53:33.314+04:00 How Zendaya’s playful ultimatum pushed Tom Holland to choose Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey over Spider-Man schedule Entertainment, HollyWood, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/podcasts/tell-me-why/tell-me-why-skin-health-matters-more-than-you-think-1.500609806 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/frwklyb0/DSC03266.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/1p0qxq8x/DSC03266.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/lxc94sps/Frederik-Kier-Executive-Vice-President-of-International-Operations-at-LEO-Pharma Frederik Kier, Executive Vice-President of International Operations at LEO Pharma Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:51:20.865+04:00 Tell Me Why skin health matters more than you think Tell Me Why, podcast-post https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/protests-erupt-across-ukraine-against-removal-of-defence-minister-2-1.500609824 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/1ejidik7/newsml_afp_com_20260716T084026Z_doc_c2bz8zq.jpeg Protesters chant slogans and wave a Ukranian national flag as they take part in a demonstration against Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky's decision to dismiss Ukraine's Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, in Kyiv on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:47:23.516+04:00 Protests erupt across Ukraine against removal of defence minister Europe, Ukraine https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-clears-confusion-over-nicop-travel-rules-1.500609809 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-17/y5r9nd4h/ANI_20250917094503.jpg A view of Islamabad International Airport Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:44:26.173+04:00 Pakistan clears confusion over NICOP travel rules Pakistan, Travel, Pakistan, travel https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hegseth-orders-testosterone-screening-for-troops-1.500609785 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/is6mxf6j/newsml_afp_com_20260715T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286276238.jpeg Secretary of War Pete Hegseth speaks at the Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit at U.S. Army War College on July 15, 2026 in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:24:02.155+04:00 Hegseth orders testosterone screening for troops Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uber-to-buy-talabat-owner-delivery-hero-in-148-billion-deal-1.500609756 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/uq7zsfsm/Uber-Eats.jpg Delivery Hero owns several major food delivery platforms, including talabat, foodpanda and HungerStation. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:23:14.891+04:00 Uber to buy Talabat owner Delivery Hero in $14.8 billion deal Retail, Food, Food https://gulfnews.com/technology/indian-startup-patents-rare-earth-free-electric-motor-for-evs-challenging-chinas-supply-chain-dominance-1.500609670 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/boeql87l/mechatronics.jpg Bengaluru-based Vimag Labs has secured its fifth patent in India for “A Robust Rotating Transformer Excited Synchronous Motor and Its Control,” covering the core architecture of its proprietary VMSM platform, Motor India reported. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/4zcd1g7d/Screenshot_2026_07_16_at_4_24_14_PM.png Vimag Labs (Volektra brand) is already conducting pilot projects with two-wheeler and passenger vehicle manufacturers, while planning expansion into commercial vehicles, industrial systems, robotics, defence, and high-power applications ranging from 200–600 kilowatts (kW). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/2q8h9x0f/Volektra-is-commercialising-the-patented-VMSM-technology.jpg Volektra is commercialising the patented Virtual Magnet Synchronous Motor (VMSM) technology. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:20:35.875+04:00 Indian startup patents rare-earth-free electric motor for EVs, challenging China’s supply chain dominance Technology, Auto News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sunil-grover-is-bringing-his-comedy-show-to-dubai-in-august-2026-dates-tickets-and-more-1.500609784 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/nmuokwa9/Sunil_Grover_179e0baca0e_original_ratio.jpg With a career spanning nearly three decades, Grover has established himself as one of India’s most recognisable entertainers, working across television, films and live performances. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:18:53.619+04:00 Sunil Grover is bringing his comedy show to Dubai in August 2026: Dates, tickets and more Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/erling-haaland-finally-responds-to-tom-holland-after-ghosting-his-dinner-invite-a-little-late-but-name-the-place-1.500609739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/7cz7m41q/IMG0049.JPG.jpeg Fans immediately celebrated the long-awaited response, with many treating Haaland’s comment as the conclusion to a celebrity DM saga they did not know they had been emotionally invested in. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T12:04:17.214+04:00 Erling Haaland finally responds to Tom Holland after ghosting his dinner invite: 'A little late, but name the place' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/india-directs-shipping-firms-to-stop-deploying-seafarers-through-strait-of-hormuz-1.500609745 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/czc30gvu/1.jpg Ships sailing near the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:56:01.914+04:00 India directs shipping firms to stop deploying seafarers through Strait of Hormuz Mena, India, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-dubai-police-launch-awareness-campaign-for-truck-drivers-1.500609748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/ek0twmnh/RTA-safety-campaign.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:55:12.404+04:00 RTA, Dubai Police launch awareness campaign for truck drivers Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-cancelled-bahrain-morning-flight-after-abu-dhabi-service-turns-back-1.500609743 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/48utg3qi/Etihadairways-2026 Etihad Airways cancelled two scheduled services between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain on July 16 after an earlier flight returned to Abu Dhabi amid regional disruptions. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:54:03.287+04:00 Etihad cancelled Bahrain morning flight after Abu Dhabi service turns back Aviation, Travel, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/akshay-kumar-mustve-been-emotionally-disturbed-paresh-rawal-on-hera-pheri-3-dispute-and-rs-25-crore-legal-notice-1.500609712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-23/r9bw4q3e/202505233410474.jpeg Akshay Kumar sent Paresh Rawal a legal notice seeking Rs 25 crore in damages, alleging breach of contract and sabotage of the film. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:35:39.821+04:00 ‘Akshay Kumar must’ve been emotionally disturbed’: Paresh Rawal on Hera Pheri 3 dispute and Rs 25 crore legal notice Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-can-a-dubai-landlord-block-ejari-to-increase-rent-1.500609706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/ay02zn3o/gulfnews2026-06-27t2xv1nhgUntitled-design-65.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/t1s7efa6/gulfnews2026-07-161v2n7faiASK-GUlfnews-black-v4.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:31:00.854+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Can a Dubai landlord block Ejari to increase rent? Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-doubles-bangkok-flights-as-uae-thailand-travel-demand-surges-despite-regional-tensions-1.500609710 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/gerlb0ij/flydubai.jpg The Bangkok route is also available under the Emirates-flydubai codeshare partnership, allowing passengers to travel on a single ticket with through check-in and onward connections across a combined network of more than 240 destinations worldwide. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:29:56.850+04:00 flydubai doubles Bangkok flights as UAE-Thailand travel demand surges despite regional tensions Aviation, Travel, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/we-are-a-better-team-than-argentina-michael-owen-slams-tuchels-tactics-after-englands-world-cup-collapse-1.500609697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/qrng3de9/newsml_afp_com_20260715T212606Z_doc_c2b93yf.jpeg England's midfielder #10 Jude Bellingham (R) and forward #09 Harry Kane shake hands after losing the 2026 World Cup football tournament semi-final match between England and Argentina at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on July 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:20:36.510+04:00 ‘We are a better team than Argentina’: Michael Owen slams Tuchel's tactics after England’s World Cup collapse World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-can-employees-resign-immediately-after-workplace-harassment-1.500609690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/lza9ymyk/gulfnews2025-11-13hrn92bz5Untitled-design-22.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/1v2n7fai/ASK-GUlfnews-black-v4.png Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:19:22.172+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Can employees resign immediately after workplace harassment? Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-sets-new-air-cargo-and-trade-goals-to-speed-up-supply-chains-1.500609695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/9v0xyj26/pxk05hk11ka0sptpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T11:14:03.812+04:00 UAE sets new air cargo and trade goals to speed up supply chains Markets, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/argentina-to-be-punished-over-falklands-banner-1.500609673 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/nur96064/newsml_afp_com_20260715T213027Z_doc_c2b88un.jpeg Argentina's players hold a banner reading "The Malvinas (Falkland Islands) belong to Argentina," after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament semi-final match between England and Argentina https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/jgfmwhga/newsml_afp_com_20260715T211843Z_doc_c2b88f4.jpeg Argentina will likely face a punishment for their post-match celebrations https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/ybhc9qrd/newsml_afp_com_20260715T200525Z_doc_c2b36e6.jpeg Tackles flew in from all areas of the pitch with so much at stake for both nations Gulf News en 2026-07-16T10:53:29.229+04:00 Argentina to be punished over Falklands banner Sport, World Cup, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/zindagi-na-milegi-dobara-turns-15-how-spain-became-the-ultimate-rich-person-quarter-life-crisis-cure-1.500609617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/c1pck6kw/spain.webp ZNMD sold us the dream of a lifetime: Pack a suitcase neatly, like Hrithik Roshan's workaholic Arjun, or throw everything in like Farhan Akhtar's Imran, and head off to Spain with your squad of three. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T10:22:45.561+04:00 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara turns 15: How Spain became the ultimate rich-person quarter-life crisis cure Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/travel/flying-today-from-uae-flight-updates-new-cancellations-airline-changes-explained-1.500609570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/lcmncb5z/UAE-airports Flying to or from the UAE? Get the latest flight cancellations, airline schedule changes and new travel rules for India, Saudi Arabia and beyond. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/10/Stock-UAE-travel---Dubai---Airport_18b1a1e987c_large.jpg Passengers at Dubai International Airport. Airlines continue to adjust flight schedules and capacity across the Middle East as regional tensions and strong summer travel demand reshape operations. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T10:06:17.478+04:00 Flying today from UAE? Flight updates, new cancellations, airline changes explained Travel, Aviation, UAE Travel, India UAE travel, travel, Aviation, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-water-flossers-on-amazonae-2026-easy-effective-cleaning-at-home-1.500608458 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/laa2uh5g/flosser-1.png Water flosser lineup Gulf News en 2026-07-16T10:00:00.000+04:00 Best water flossers on amazon.ae 2026: Easy, effective cleaning at home Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-fall-after-midweek-surge-giving-shoppers-some-relief-1.500609603 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/j36a5s5g/newsml_afp_com_20260606T200048Z_doc_b6937za.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T09:57:26.380+04:00 Dubai gold prices fall after midweek surge, giving shoppers some relief Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/teen-drowns-on-18th-birthday-in-dubai-jet-ski-tragedy-1.500609497 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/euku1sli/rescuue.png Maritime patrol teams remain on standby to respond to emergencies at sea https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/22/Dubai-Police-rescues-Two-stuck-between-Rocks-in-Middle-of-Sea-1653211324641_180eb12e0f6_large.jpg First responders from Dubai Police Maritime Rescue Patrols battled rough weather, high waves, and strong currents to rescue the people in distress https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/22/Dubai-Police-rescues-Two-stuck-between-Rocks-in-Middle-of-Sea-1653211324641_180eb12e0f6_large.jpg First responders from Dubai Police Maritime Rescue Patrols battled rough weather, high waves, and strong currents to rescue the people in distress https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/54pnzyeq/NAT_190221_Dubai_police__ALI2_1550743298806_16a4a16657d_original_ratio.jpg Dubai police rescues sailors https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/35nvjvs6/Brigadier-Dr-Hassan-Suhail-Al-Suwaidi-Director-of-Dubai-Police-Ports-Station.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T09:55:21.297+04:00 Teen drowns on 18th birthday in Dubai jet ski tragedy emergencies, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/jude-bellingham-slaps-valentin-barco-after-england-loss-to-argentina-1.500609590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/4s8xna5q/newsml_afp_com_20260715T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286276587.jpeg Jude Bellingham #10 of England reacts after the 1-2 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T09:39:31.454+04:00 Jude Bellingham slaps Valentin Barco after England loss to Argentina World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/when-lionel-messi-bathed-lamine-yamal-in-19-years-ago-1.500609569 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/q5uupue4/Mess-Yamal.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T09:20:29.250+04:00 When Lionel Messi bathed Lamine Yamal 19 years ago Football, World Cup, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, Lamine Yamal https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-batman-part-ii-delayed-again-why-robert-pattinsons-batman-wont-answer-the-bat-signal-until-2028-1.500609559 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/08/23/Robert-Pattinson-Batman_1741b4385d4_large.jpg Robert Pattinson as Batman. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T09:01:37.970+04:00 The Batman Part II delayed again: Why Robert Pattinson’s Batman won’t answer the bat-signal until 2028 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/british-airways-updates-dubai-travel-advisory-and-extends-options-until-october-31-1.500609550 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/26/Stock-British-Airways_185edfe8e92_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T09:00:28.945+04:00 British Airways updates Dubai travel advisory and extends options until October 31 Aviation, Dubai travel, travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypts-grand-mufti-sharing-wi-fi-passwords-with-neighbours-without-provider-approval-is-forbidden-1.500609560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/izdfs7iq/gulfnews2024-11-27ubk62waewificonnectivityshutterstock17940e8a2aboriginalratio.avif Fatwa declares reselling home internet to neighbours without provider consent a forbidden act Gulf News en 2026-07-16T09:00:10.376+04:00 Egypt's Grand Mufti: Sharing Wi-Fi passwords with neighbours without provider approval is forbidden Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-fresh-strikes-on-iranian-military-sites-near-strait-of-hormuz-1.500609534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/dcfa671k/1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T08:41:05.613+04:00 US launches fresh strikes on Iranian military sites near Strait of Hormuz Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/messi-takes-golden-boot-lead-over-mbappe-after-argentinas-win-race-heads-into-final-showdown-1.500609531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-26/31idijbw/MESSI-ACTION Before Wednesday’s semifinal, Messi and Kylian Mbape were level at the top of the scoring charts with eight goals each Gulf News en 2026-07-16T08:33:56.039+04:00 Messi takes Golden Boot lead over Mbappe after Argentina’s win: Race heads into final showdown World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-e311-e44-congestion-causes-delays-in-dubai-sharjah-1.500609529 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/iknouhiz/gulfnewsimport2018127116a0847f155.216367223129434616a0847f155large.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-16T08:33:47.487+04:00 UAE traffic alert: E311, E44 congestion causes delays in Dubai, Sharjah Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/staycations-saved-us-says-minor-hotels-coo-as-anantara-parent-doubles-down-on-uae-india-growth-1.500609072 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/1e00icvx/AnantaraMinaRasAlKhaimahResortGuestRoomPeninsulaSeaViewPoolVillaExterior.jpg Minor Hotels' Anantara brand marks 25 years in 2026, built around a philosophy of locally sourced design and materials. The company says this approach has helped shield it from global supply-chain disruptions. Pictured above is Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/oqzp6rlw/Amir-Golbarg-COO-Minor-Hotels-Middle-East-Africa1-1.jpg Amir Golbarg, Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East and Africa at Minor Hotels. Golbarg says the group's UAE hotels are now operating above pre-war revenue levels. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/kantnn57/AnantaraRetreatSantoriniAbuDhabi Anantara Retreat Santorini Abu Dhabi, one of the resort-style properties Golbarg credits with driving Minor's staycation-led recovery in the UAE. The group says its resort-heavy portfolio has outperformed city-centre hotels during the downturn. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/7d1e0uvk/AnantaraMinaRasAlKhaimahResort Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah, one of the resort properties Golbarg points to as central to Minor's recovery strategy in the UAE. He says demand for beachfront and villa-style stays has helped offset the slower return of city-centre corporate travel. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/20hgnwqo/AnantaraThePalmDubaiResort Anantara Palm Dubai has been one of the standout performers during the recovery, driven largely by staycation demand. Golbarg says villa-style properties like this one have stayed fully booked throughout the disruption. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T08:00:00.000+04:00 "Staycations saved us," says Minor Hotels COO as Anantara parent doubles down on UAE, India growth Tourism, Hotels, UAE hotels https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/2026-fifa-world-cup-final-performers-full-list-bts-shakira-justin-bieber-lead-galaxy-of-global-stars-1.500609501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-26/rnqv0rph/newsml_afp_com_20260525T000000Z_PH_GTY_2278219269.jpeg FIFA World Cup 2026 will see some of the biggest stars take the stage Gulf News en 2026-07-16T07:57:51.651+04:00 2026 FIFA World Cup final performers full list: BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber lead galaxy of global stars Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/carbon-monoxide-present-in-ford-explorer-where-3-died-2-others-sickened-in-ohio-official-says-1.500609372 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/oj8su2we/preview.jpg Emergency personnel respond to a hazardous material call on Phillips Avenue in Toledo, Ohio, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (Alex Bracken/The Blade via AP) Gulf News en 2026-07-16T07:45:12.341+04:00 Carbon monoxide present in Ford Explorer where 3 died, 2 others sickened in Ohio, official says carbon monoxide Ford Explorer Ohio deaths https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-kiran-rao-and-reena-dutta-missed-aamir-khan-and-gauri-spratts-wedding-giving-people-space-is-a-gesture-of-love-1.500609490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/uxqlokwt/HMczClybMAAPGK5.jpeg The first picture from Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt's wedding Gulf News en 2026-07-16T07:32:45.477+04:00 Why Kiran Rao and Reena Dutta missed Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt's wedding: 'Giving people space is a gesture of love' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-5-year-tourist-visa-explained-stay-up-to-180-days-a-year-1.500609458 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/qntb2cux/IMG-20260715-WA0115.jpg Dubai has clarified the rules for the UAE's 5-year multiple-entry visa. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/oy6j2trl/STOCKDUBAIAIRPORT17ee2f5a13boriginalratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T07:23:24.481+04:00 UAE 5-year tourist visa explained: Stay up to 180 days a year Government, Tourism, UAE, Dubai, Dubai tourist visa, GDRFA, Visa https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-16-1.500609475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/3six8bqa/US-fighter-jet-07-16-at-11.08.10-AM.png US forces struck Iranian command centres, air defences, missile and drone capabilities, and coastal surveillance facilities to further degrade Iran's ability to threaten commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The US Navy blockade on Iran ports kicked off 12:01 am Gulf on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T07:11:40.725+04:00 US-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know today (July 16) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-intercepts-iranian-drones-bahrain-sounds-air-raid-sirens-as-us-reimposes-naval-blockade-amid-escalating-iran-tensions-1.500608264 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/d5z10in7/6.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/1pqj4ew9/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-15-at-1.47.32-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T06:38:02.894+04:00 Kuwait intercepts Iranian drones, Bahrain sounds air raid sirens as US reimposes naval blockade amid escalating Iran tensions Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/china-and-xi-are-seen-more-favorably-than-the-us-and-trump-in-many-nations-new-survey-says-1.500609228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/m1ws02sn/preview.jpg FILE - President Donald Trump talks with China's President Xi Jinping at the Zhongnanhai leadership compound, May 15, 2026, in Beijing. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T06:26:09.816+04:00 China and Xi are seen more favourably than the US and Trump in many nations, new survey says china trump global views pew survey https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/dust-rain-and-scorching-heat-heres-what-to-expect-across-the-uae-1.500609434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/dpl2chwz/weather A surface low-pressure system extending from the east, combined with an upper-air low-pressure system, will create conditions favourable for cloud development. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T06:19:43.464+04:00 Dust, rain and scorching heat: Here's what to expect across the UAE Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-blockade-of-iran-what-it-means-how-it-works-and-what-could-happen-next-1.500609446 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/5a48ukcf/US_naval_blockade.jpeg US Central Command (CentCom) forces resumed blockading maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports at 12:01 Gulf Standard Time [GST] on July 15, 2026. US forces will enforce the blockade against vessels transiting to or from Iranian ports and coastal areas while supporting traffic flow through regional waters for all vessels not violating the blockade. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-26/muka9zve/centcom-fighter-jet.jpeg The US blockade on Iran is being executed by dozens of ships including the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and up to 10,000 sailors, airmen. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T06:14:44.503+04:00 US blockade of Iran: What it means, how it works, and what could happen next Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/aman-khans-34-ball-century-breaks-vaibhav-sooryavanshis-record-1.500609366 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/uvcmwg3t/Aman-Khans-34-ball-century-overtakes-Vaibhav-Sooryavanshis-feat Aman Khan's 34 ball century overtakes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's feat https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/uvcmwg3t/Aman-Khans-34-ball-century-overtakes-Vaibhav-Sooryavanshis-feat Aman Khan's 34 ball century overtakes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's feat Gulf News en 2026-07-16T06:08:00.000+04:00 Aman Khan's 34-ball century breaks Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's record Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/what-is-kuwaits-15-year-golden-residency-everything-foreign-investors-need-to-know-1.500608512 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/zyw8qfgt/Kuwait-City Kuwait City skyline Gulf News en 2026-07-16T06:00:00.000+04:00 What is Kuwait's 15-year golden residency? Everything foreign investors need to know Gulf, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/is-iron-deficiency-causing-your-fatigue-not-stress-uae-doctors-explain-signs-before-anaemia-develops-1.500609206 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/21/Person-tired_18dcbf879ea_large.jpg The challenge is that iron deficiency doesn't always show up in the way people expect. You don't need to have anaemia to feel its effects, and a routine blood test may not even pick it up. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/3skf43fp/Jamie-Richards.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/dpzlokmx/Dr-Giovanni-Leonetti.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/s5nocbk3/joman.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T06:00:00.000+04:00 Why is my iron low? UAE doctors explain the causes and who is most at risk UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-expands-strikes-on-iran-blasts-heard-near-tehran-as-campaign-widens-beyond-gulf-targets-1.500609430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/zm6mui14/Screenshot-2026-07-16-at-9.33.57-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-07-16T05:48:33.901+04:00 US expands strikes on Iran — blasts heard near Tehran as campaign widens beyond Gulf targets Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-future-of-health-tourism-is-the-whole-journey-not-just-the-treatment-1.500608945 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/3mf70lqk/steth.jpg Choosing where to receive treatment is one of the most consequential decisions a family makes. They weigh safety, quality and specialist expertise — and, yes, convenience, because convenience is a signal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/a52nb8j5/Dr__Sherbaz_Bichu___7_MB__1_.jpg Dr Sherbaz Bichu Gulf News en 2026-07-16T05:03:00.000+04:00 The future of health tourism is the whole journey - not just the treatment Op-Eds, Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-navy-fires-on-oil-tanker-as-iran-blockade-resumes-1-vessel-disabled-2-turned-back-centcom-1.500609411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/g7vwvspt/Screenshot-2026-07-16-at-8.45.47-AM.png A screengrab from a forward-looking infrared (FLIR) camera footage shared by the US military, moments before an aircraft fired AGM-114 Hellfire missiles into the smokestack of a vessel trying to run the US blockade on Iran, disabling the vessel without sinking it. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T05:00:18.406+04:00 US Navy fires on oil tanker as Iran blockade resumes: 1 vessel disabled, 2 turned back — CentCom Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israels-latest-strikes-kill-a-dozen-people-in-gaza-including-police-officers-1.500609049 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/qpzet0ly/preview.jpg Palestinians mourn the bodies of people killed in an Israeli military strike on a residential building during their funeral at Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T04:44:35.706+04:00 Israel's latest strikes kill a dozen people in Gaza including police officers israel gaza hamas strikes casualties https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/more-health-workers-strike-as-ebola-cases-in-congo-exceed-2000-including-754-deaths-1.500608547 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/i76me0hz/preview.jpg Workers at an Ebola treatment center go on strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses at Rwampara General Hospital, in Ituri, northeastern Congo, Monday, July 13, 2026, (AP Photo/Prosper Heri Ngorora) Gulf News en 2026-07-16T04:35:14.271+04:00 More health workers strike as Ebola cases in Congo exceed 2,000, including 754 deaths congo ebola outbreak who 2000 cases https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/buffett-says-gates-epstein-ties-are-distasteful-but-didnt-drive-buffetts-charitable-decisions-1.500609230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/z2ollst5/preview.jpg FILE - Microsoft co-founder and chairman Bill Gates, left, and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. billionaire Warren Buffett laugh while answering questions Aug 5, 2006, before the Nebraska Regional Bridge tournament in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T04:19:33.468+04:00 Buffett says Gates' Epstein ties are 'distasteful' but didn't drive Buffett's charitable decisions Warren Buffett Bill Gates Epstein Berkshire Hathaway https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/drama-filled-womens-final-at-wimbledon-earns-record-viewership-on-espn-1.500609200 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/30963t6v/preview.jpg Linda Noskova of Czech Republic reacts after winning against Karolina Muchova of Czech Republic in the women's singles final at Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Saturday, July 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-11/h2xmubnu/Noskova.jpg Linda Noskova of Czech Republic poses with the trophy after winning against Karolina Muchova of Czech Republic in the women's singles final at Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Saturday, July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/xq6zjfai/preview.jpg Linda Noskova of Czech Republic receives the champion trophy from Britain's Princess Kate after defeating Karolina Muchova of Czech Republic the women's singles final at Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Saturday, July 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/zgdfiwzz/newsml_afp_com_20260711T180433Z_doc_b9xa8kt.jpeg Czech Republic's Linda Noskova kisses the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, after beating Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova during their women's singles final of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/aetwyiz1/newsml_afp_com_20260712T112144Z_doc_b9xb8cp.jpeg Czech Republic's Linda Noskova (L) poses with the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, after winning against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova (R) during their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/mb8scfvl/newsml_afp_com_20260712T112117Z_doc_b9xa8l3.jpeg Fans look on as Czech Republic's Linda Noskova poses with the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, after winning against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova during their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/cb4ai02n/newsml_afp_com_20260712T094432Z_doc_b9y32nv.jpeg Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales waits for presenting the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, to Czech Republic's Linda Noskova after her victory against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova at the end of their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/g03b6zxp/newsml_afp_com_20260712T094151Z_doc_b9y33d4.jpeg Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales waits for presenting the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, to Czech Republic's Linda Noskova after her victory against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova at the end of their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-11/hb7u1q89/newsml_afp_com_20260711T184614Z_doc_b9xa8kr.jpeg Czech Republic's Linda Noskova kisses the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, after beating Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova during their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-11/oylbbz7w/newsml_afp_com_20260711T182906Z_doc_b9xb4f9.jpeg Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales meets ball crew during the trophy presentation for Czech Republic's Linda Noskova after her victory against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova at the end of their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-11/b235nn3j/newsml_afp_com_20260711T183021Z_doc_b9xb8a8.jpeg Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova reacts following her defeat against Czech Republic's Linda Noskova at the end of their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-11/u5kne5vt/newsml_afp_com_20260711T182415Z_doc_b9xc7rt.jpeg Czech Republic's Linda Noskova (L) poses with the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, after winning against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova during their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on July 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T04:15:31.057+04:00 Drama-filled women's final at Wimbledon earns record viewership on ESPN wimbledon tv ratings espn sky https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/ai-makes-remote-interviews-easier-for-job-seekers-but-harder-for-employers-1.500609110 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/nv4rdfzt/Stock_Job_Interview_188bd9556b5_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-16T04:04:00.000+04:00 AI makes remote interviews easier for job seekers, but harder for employers Markets, UAE jobs, UAE job offer https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/bombs-hit-irans-rask-chabahar-bampur-army-garrison-7-killed-report-1.500609384 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/rmvtswxg/Screenshot-2026-07-09-at-6.32.09-AM.png Residents of Chabahar shared videos showing explosions and flashes lighting up the night sky after US forces launched military strikes on Iran's strategic southeastern port city of Chabahar, with power outages reported across parts of the area. US President Donald Trump has threatened to knock down Iran's infrastructure "next week" if no new peace negotiations take place. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T03:41:00.218+04:00 Bombs hit Iran's Rask, Chabahar, Bampur Army garrison —  7 killed: report Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/day-6-of-sara-duterte-impeachment-senate-delays-ruling-on-bank-records-witness-list-trimmed-what-filipinos-need-to-know-1.500609373 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/7wxtknax/newsml_afp_com_20260715T084402Z_doc_c28v6zr.jpeg Congressman Chel Diokno, part of the prosecution team, speaks during the impeachment trial for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Philippine Senate in Pasay city on July 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/4mv8b2ad/newsml_afp_com_20260715T100435Z_doc_c2967nq.jpeg Senate Presiding Officer Francis Escudero is seen on a screen as he bangs the gavel at the session hall during the impeachment trial for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Philippine Senate in Pasay city on July 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T03:28:22.489+04:00 Day 6 of Sara Duterte impeachment: Senate delays ruling on bank records, witness list trimmed — what Filipinos need to know Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-threatens-pickaxe-mountain-kharg-island-1.500609354 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1yata6h9/newsml_afp_com_20260630T235513Z_doc_b8uz79g.jpeg This handout satellite image courtesy of Vantor shows an overview of the Pickaxe Mountain tunnel complex adjacent to the Natanz Nuclear Facility near Natanz, Isfahan province, central Iran, on June 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/yueizuj9/What-to-know-about-Pickaxe-mountain-Figure-1.jpg A satellite image with annotations shows the general are of the Pickaxe Mountain as of June 30, 2026. On July 13, US President Donald Trump made it clear that the nuclear-related Pickaxe mountain facility is on the US target list. In an interview, he declared: “We have eyes on it and Pickaxe mountain is a possible target for a nice big fat shot right in the front door… We're going to take out Pickaxe Mountain. Tell the Iranians to be ​ready.” https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/ov987acy/newsml_afp_com_20260310T130535Z_doc_a2nb7e3.jpeg Kharg Island, Iran’s key oil export hub, from where millions of barrels are estimated to be moving despite a US blockade. Gulf News en 2026-07-16T02:36:27.127+04:00 Trump threatens Pickaxe Mountain, Kharg Island: What to know Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-shawk-the-hawk-is-always-right-as-argentina-beat-england-1.500609355 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/yrnoh4xq/Shawk-never-gets-it-wrong Shawk never gets it wrong https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/yrnoh4xq/Shawk-never-gets-it-wrong Shawk never gets it wrong Gulf News en 2026-07-16T02:33:35.449+04:00 World Cup 2026: Shawk the Hawk is always right as Argentina beat England World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions