https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-says-he-will-declare-hormuz-us-territory-pretty-soon-iran-rejects-claim-1.500641586 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uhop2bxc/newsml_afp_com_20260814T203702Z_doc_c4pn4cr.jpeg US President Donald Trump gestures as he departs after delivering remarks at the Nassau County Police Academy Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City, New York, on August 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/51kr1q8r/newsml_afp_com_20260413T062905Z_doc_a7jx9hg.jpeg High-rise buildings illuminate the skyline in Doha on April 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/3qjrrtg2/newsml_afp_com_20260814T123244Z_doc_c4nf7zq.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/81fajvc3/ANI_20260803072804.jpg Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-24/jvjj7ztj/preview.jpg Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi Gulf News en 2026-08-15T16:36:34.755+04:00 Trump says he will declare Hormuz US territory ‘pretty soon’; Iran rejects claim Mena, Donald Trump, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/lebanese-singer-laura-khalils-husband-dies-in-electrocution-accident-in-ghana-1.500642019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/40sn0qsg/Ghana Engineer Najib Akiki was reportedly in Ghana when a water leak came into contact with an electrical source, causing him to be electrocuted. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T16:15:59.713+04:00 Lebanese singer Laura Khalil’s husband dies of electrocution in Ghana Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/lululemon-everywhere-belt-bag-review-why-this-viral-favourite-still-earns-its-place-1.500621385 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/lgujjjf0/lulumonbags-1.png Lululemon belt bags Gulf News en 2026-08-15T16:00:00.000+04:00 Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag review: Why this viral favourite still earns its place Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-attracts-186-new-property-developers-in-first-seven-months-of-2026-1.500641994 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/b9eqi0vc/Dubai 180 companies received licences from Department of Economy and Tourism, accounting for the vast majority of new licences issued during the period. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:57:58.438+04:00 Dubai attracts 186 new property developers in first seven months of 2026 Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/man-dies-by-suicide-after-reportedly-being-denied-food-at-restaurant-1.500642012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/k56uzbzb/Tunisa He returned a short time later after reportedly buying a razor blade nearby and inflicted serious injuries on himself outside the restaurant in front of passers-by. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:57:25.587+04:00 Man dies by suicide after reportedly being denied food at restaurant Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/uss-abraham-lincoln-to-return-home-after-extended-west-asia-combat-mission-1.500642005 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-13/wvogx5bf/ANI_20260313032124.jpg The USS Abraham Lincoln’s prolonged mission has raised concerns over crew welfare, morale and mental health. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:45:57.483+04:00 USS Abraham Lincoln to return home after extended West Asia combat mission Mena, Americas, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/three-indian-expats-in-uae-fly-indian-flag-at-13000ft-in-guinness-world-records-skydive-1.500641981 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/ecatm205/4F4221AD-3B09-4598-B2E4-89AB773A7A4B.JPG.jpeg Each skydiver carried their own national flag during the jump from a Military Ilyushin Il-76TD aircraft. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/s2s0aw9f/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_15_at_2_51_09_PM.jpeg Isha, Abhishek and their son (left) with Jamsheer (front right) and Nithin, an Indian parachute packer, (back right) in Libya after the record-setting skydive. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:30:51.736+04:00 Watch: Three Indian expats in UAE fly Indian flag at 13,000ft in Guinness World Records skydive UAE, India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bollywood-row-govinda-responds-to-wife-sunita-ahujas-sugar-daddy-remark-over-girlfriend-claims-1.500641969 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-25/n26tnpet/Govinda-with-Sunita-Ahuja Govinda urges wife Sunita to avoid public jibes over ‘sugar daddy’ remark Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:29:54.044+04:00 Bollywood row: Govinda responds to wife Sunita Ahuja’s ‘sugar daddy’ remark over girlfriend claims BollyWood, bollywood, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dh3000-fine-for-drivers-who-block-emergency-vehicles-in-abu-dhabi-1.500641986 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/oryw40b7/AD Motorists urged to cooperate and move aside promptly when emergency vehicles approach. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:24:52.618+04:00 Dh3,000 fine for drivers who block emergency vehicles in Abu Dhabi Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-police-step-up-stadium-security-ahead-of-new-sports-season-1.500641947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/nejzevsu/Sharjah-Police In an awareness video shared by the force, the Special Tasks Department outlined security plans that begin before spectators arrive at stadiums and continue throughout match day. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:17:06.324+04:00 Sharjah Police step up stadium security ahead of new sports season UAE, UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/five-dead-in-turkish-wedding-party-road-crash-2-1.500641976 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/cl63pc5o/202608113900473.jpg Illustrative image. Children aged 4 and 10 are among victims as wedding journey ends in fatal crash. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:16:45.616+04:00 Five dead in Turkish wedding party road crash Europe, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-condemns-iranian-attack-on-adnoc-vessel-in-strait-of-hormuz-1.500641957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/ikj558ko/UAE UAE said attacks on commercial shipping, and the use of the Strait of Hormuz as a means of pressure or economic coercion, amounted to acts of piracy by Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/zryistr5/gulfnews2026-08-15ssycaswizwi06bb11ka04k5pn-1.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-15T15:13:48.222+04:00 UAE condemns Iranian attack on ADNOC vessel in Strait of Hormuz Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/psg-bolsters-star-studded-attack-by-signing-world-cup-winner-ferran-torres-from-barcelona-1.500641948 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ia98u7b5/Man_City_s_Ferran_Torres__1785ef98765_original_ratio.jpg World Cup hero Ferran Torres joins PSG’s glittering forward line on five-year deal Gulf News en 2026-08-15T14:43:32.549+04:00 PSG bolsters star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/india-at-80-a-nation-progressing-on-its-own-terms-1.500641944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/b9bzbwxh/Dr.-Azad-Moopen5.jpg Dr Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare Gulf News en 2026-08-15T14:39:14.304+04:00 India at 80: A nation progressing on its own terms Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/gargash-repeated-attacks-on-adnoc-vessels-will-not-alter-uae-approach-1.500641932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/xzhswlpm/Gargash The UAE would safeguard its right to freedom of navigation and use of the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T14:35:23.334+04:00 Gargash: Repeated attacks on ADNOC vessels will not alter UAE approach UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-customs-foils-attempt-to-smuggle-70-million-cigarettes-to-europe-1.500641917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/juu5zw2s/HPwTSEmacAAL6kv.jpg Customs teams analysed risk indicators and reviewed shipment information to identify links between the consignments. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T14:08:41.974+04:00 Dubai Customs foils attempt to smuggle 70 million illicit cigarettes to Europe Crime, Europe, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-special-operations-gets-new-chief-amid-iran-war-as-jeffers-takes-new-gaza-role-1.500641910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/4uh99xbr/HPsYgGW0AAoGS9.jpg Special Operations Command Central hosts a change of command between U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Jasper Jeffers (second from left), outgoing commander, and Rear Adm. Thomas Donovan (second from right), incoming commander, during a ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Aug. 14. (U.S. Central Command photo) Gulf News en 2026-08-15T14:05:48.606+04:00 US special operations gets new chief amid Iran war as Jeffers takes new Gaza role Mena, Americas, Israel, Gaza, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-indonesia-after-deadly-77-magnitude-earthquake-1.500641902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/k9leje6h/33.jpg A damaged building is seen following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake in Ruteng, Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T13:50:01.995+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Indonesia after deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake Government, Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-leaders-congratulate-indias-president-and-pm-on-independence-day-1.500641897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/70opq1y4/india.PNG UAE leadership marks India’s Independence Day with official messages Gulf News en 2026-08-15T13:47:34.529+04:00 UAE leaders congratulate India’s President and PM on Independence Day Government, UAE, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/will-it-rain-in-the-uae-this-weekend-heres-what-the-forecast-says-1.500641868 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/snpook6n/Rain Gulf News en 2026-08-15T13:25:16.463+04:00 Will it rain in the UAE this weekend? Here’s what the forecast says Weather, UAEweather https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/magnitude-77-earthquake-strikes-off-indonesia-killing-at-least-two-1.500641587 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/4zmyyzrj/newsml_afp_com_20260815T020138Z_doc_c4px3zy.jpeg This handout picture taken and released on August 15, 2026 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows rescuers working amid the rubble of a damaged building after an earthquake in Maumere, East Nusa Tenggara. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/oadhiwjt/29.jpg Rescuers working amid the rubble of a damaged building after an earthquake in Maumere, East Nusa Tenggara. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/e89mumsc/newsml_afp_com_20260815T025259Z_doc_c4px437.jpeg This handout picture taken and released on August 15, 2026 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows rescuers working amid the rubble of a damaged building after an earthquake in Maumere, East Nusa Tenggara. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/9bs5mi80/preview.jpg A man examines the damage to a building following an earthquake in East Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Kurniawan) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/5pdin4rk/202608153904472.jpg Tsunami alert issued then lifted as powerful tremor rattles East Nusa Tenggara Gulf News en 2026-08-15T13:24:15.278+04:00 Powerful 7.7 quake strikes off Indonesia, killing 38 and triggering evacuations Asia, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/india-vs-sri-lanka-kl-rahul-paddikal-resume-charge-after-rain-1.500641867 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/4y0qgqag/newsml_afp_com_20260815T090331Z_doc_c4q868w.jpeg India's KL Rahul plays a shot during the first day of the first Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T13:11:40.860+04:00 India vs Sri Lanka: KL Rahul, Paddikal resume charge after rain Cricket, cricket, india, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/two-american-airlines-jet-with-same-flight-number-avoid-possible-disaster-1.500641852 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/sau5tid9/32.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-15T13:10:48.469+04:00 Two American Airlines jet with same flight number avoid possible disaster Aviation, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabis-tamm-handles-555m-transactions-with-98-completed-digitally-1.500641850 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/zczwg8ln/IMG6494.jpeg TAMM cements role as cornerstone of Abu Dhabi’s digital government shift Gulf News en 2026-08-15T13:00:43.903+04:00 Abu Dhabi’s TAMM handles 55.5m transactions, with 98% completed digitally UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-municipality-records-1761-construction-violations-in-one-month-1.500641832 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/jjqnt3no/DM The municipality also handled 959 reports related to projects under construction during July, as part of its wider monitoring of building activity across the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T12:51:55.950+04:00 Dubai Municipality records 1,761 construction violations in one month UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-hydraulic-fault-second-incident-reported-in-10-days-over-50-passengers-affected-1.500641825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/07/30/Air-India-flight_17af7f490cc_large.jpg Bangkok–Delhi flight aborts take-off over hydraulic fault, 250 passengers delayed Gulf News en 2026-08-15T12:30:22.381+04:00 Air India hydraulic fault: Second incident reported in 10 days; over 50 passengers affected India, india, air india, travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/kerala-expat-wins-dh100000-with-big-ticket-after-his-mother-and-daughters-pick-the-number-1.500641359 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/12/17/Big-ticket_193d4ee67bf_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-15T12:30:00.000+04:00 Kerala expat wins Dh100,000 with Big Ticket after his mother and daughters pick the number UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/top-10-stories-of-the-week-uae-holidays-visa-free-travel-and-us-iran-conflict-developments-1.500641810 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/gnhup7se/31.jpg From heartwarming moments to major developments, these stories stood out this week. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T12:24:24.299+04:00 Top 10 stories of the week: UAE holidays, visa-free travel and US-Iran conflict developments UAE, Mena, Americas, India, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/miss-earth-beauty-queen-dies-aged-25-on-day-she-was-set-to-turn-26-1.500641802 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/0ce1gq3b/Miss-earth The Miss Grand Indonesia organisation announced Juficha’s death on Friday, August 14. She had also been a runner-up in the Miss Grand Indonesia 2025 pageant. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T12:23:34.549+04:00 Miss Earth beauty queen dies aged 25 on day she was set to turn 26 Entertainment, Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/abu-dhabi-targets-unauthorised-car-washing-in-residential-areas-1.500641812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/wmtdigxw/AD Municipal teams highlighted the effects of washing vehicles in locations not designated for the purpose, particularly the accumulation of water on streets and pedestrian areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T12:23:12.392+04:00 Abu Dhabi targets unauthorised car washing in residential areas Environment, Environment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/india-at-80-the-2047-challenge-1.500641763 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/m57jaskr/Su260815IndiaOutlookLead-optionshutterstock2758635827.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/4qed0n3t/Nilachal-Mishra.jpg Nilachal Mishra Partner and Head of the Government & Public Services (G&PS) practice, KPMG in India Gulf News en 2026-08-15T12:07:27.182+04:00 India at 80: The 2047 challenge GN Focus, GN-Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-vows-hormuz-will-become-us-territory-pretty-soon-iran-says-it-will-remain-iranian-1.500641782 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/s8vtt87z/newsml_afp_com_20260814T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290507796.jpeg President Donald Trump departs after delivering remarks at the David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence on August 14, 2026 in Garden City, New York. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T11:40:06.764+04:00 Trump vows Hormuz will become US territory ‘pretty soon’; Iran says 'it will remain Iranian' Mena, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/marvels-new-x-men-reboot-full-cast-revealed-as-sadie-sink-and-adam-driver-join-1.500641751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/3x506l04/newsml_afp_com_20260814T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290542667.jpeg Sadie Sink and Kevin Feige, President, Marvel Studios, speak onstage at the Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on August 14, 2026 in Anaheim, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T10:54:56.056+04:00 Marvel’s new 'X-Men' reboot: Full cast revealed at D23 as Sadie Sink and Adam Driver join HollyWood, hollywood, movies https://gulfnews.com/uae/record-crowds-at-indian-missions-in-the-uae-mark-indias-80th-independence-day-1.500641746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/vifmy71f/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-10.43.05-AM.jpeg Consul General of India Dr E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy hoists the tricolour flag at the Consulate in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/36znkj4y/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-9.15.58-AM.jpeg Sunny Dungrawal, his wife Glory and son Parshav https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/4ymwrhgj/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_15_at_10_16_18_AM.jpeg Executive members of the Telugu Association at the Consulate https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/31g1busq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-9.15.56-AM.jpeg From right to left: Amit Kango, Sampada Karajgi, Tushar Karajgi and Chitra Kango https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/3sy62zqh/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-9.15.57-AM.jpeg Reshma Regi (centre) with her parents Regi George and Sheela Regi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/vsz0dyv8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-9.15.56-AM-1.jpeg Zeeshan Faraz (right) with his parents Mohammed Jameel Ahmed and Yesra Sultana Gulf News en 2026-08-15T10:47:40.192+04:00 "It gave me goosebumps": Record crowds at Indian missions in the UAE mark India's 80th Independence Day UAE, India https://gulfnews.com/photos/news/photos-indian-expats-celebrate-independence-day-in-dubai-1.500641749 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/95xa5wue/gulfnews2026-08-15bsrry9c0WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.57.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/vwa4ffjc/gulfnews2026-08-1593xtmwd0WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.50.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/9yv7cjvm/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.52.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/0hdlhugc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.58-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/ecs087hl/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.58-1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/1l024lvj/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.58.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/s7x9yoet/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.57-1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/bsrry9c0/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.57.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/r4ykoh5o/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.56-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/nunr18wc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.56-1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/hmjo95ff/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.55-1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/1iwulblp/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.55.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/dbklna7e/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.53-1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/y81isfg1/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-15-at-09.15.54.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-15T10:43:42.967+04:00 Photos: Indian expats celebrate Independence Day in Dubai news-photos, India, india https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/india-uae-ties-enter-a-new-era-message-from-the-consul-general-designate-1.500641743 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/d7dzzc59/DSC3125-1-finish-photo.jpg Dr E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, India’s Consul General-designate to Dubai and the Northern Emirates Gulf News en 2026-08-15T10:37:08.414+04:00 India-UAE ties enter a new era: Message from the Consul General-designate GN Focus, GN-Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/uae-india-a-generational-partnership-for-a-shared-future-1.500641727 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/1uka0mr1/109800324.jpg Dr Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the UAE Gulf News en 2026-08-15T10:19:03.391+04:00 UAE-India: A generational partnership for a shared future GN Focus, GN-Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/do-we-deserve-our-independence-sunny-deol-on-batwara-1947-and-the-enduring-pull-of-patriotic-cinema-in-india-1.500631278 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/l2bxk6be/20260617145514.jpg.jpeg Bollywood actor Sunny Deol and director Rajkumar Santoshi speak about Batwara 1947 with Manjusha Radhakrishnan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bri7itud/batwara.avif Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta and cast from Batwara 1947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-21/m6nt2ayb/202503213355991.jpg Akshay in 'Kesari' https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/wesytxsu/202606223835387.jpeg Sunny Deol remembers dad Dharmendra as https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zrzv26g8/ANI_20260814134410.jpg Poster of Batwara 1947 (Image source: Makers) Gulf News en 2026-08-15T10:11:11.815+04:00 ‘Do we deserve our independence?’: Sunny Deol on ‘Batwara 1947’ and the enduring pull of patriotic cinema in India Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/manduka-pro-yoga-mat-review-a-premium-mat-built-for-years-of-practice-1.500626640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-31/ft686k2r/mandukamat-1.png Premium Mat in a Peaceful Setting Gulf News en 2026-08-15T10:00:00.000+04:00 Manduka PRO yoga mat review: A premium mat built for years of practice Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/uaes-adnoc-vessel-attacked-again-in-strait-of-hormuz-all-you-need-to-know-so-far-1.500641705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/11/Stock---ADNOC_18467ceb759_large.jpg ADNOC says situation contained, urges reliance on official information https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/mz80m2du/ADNOC_17a29c25a74_original_ratio.jpg Whether it is awarding new mega-sized onshore or offshore contracts or its push into clean energy, ADNOC has all energy bases covered. And that's why it remains the UAE's most valuable brand. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/r7rlizif/HPsenK6WQAE-w4I.jpg As of Aug. 14, CENTCOM forces have redirected 62 commercial vessels, disabled 3 and boarded 2 to ensure compliance. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T09:53:03.671+04:00 UAE’s ADNOC vessel attacked again in Strait of Hormuz: All you need to know so far UAE, Mena, UAE, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-status-today-emirates-etihad-and-air-arabia-cancellations-india-travel-advisory-1.500641681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-24/0s87jxb9/UAE-carriers Airlines adjust Gulf schedules, extend conflict-zone advisories amid security concerns Gulf News en 2026-08-15T09:08:07.335+04:00 UAE flight status today: Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia cancellations; India travel advisory Aviation, Mena, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/5-k-dramas-that-should-never-be-remade-as-lightning-never-strikes-twice-tangerines-to-strong-girl-bong-soon-1.500641655 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-16/vlv1g8bv/stronggitrl3.png Park Hyung-sik and Park Bo-young star in Strong Girl Bong-soon, a K-Drama about a woman with superhuman strength falling in love with a CEO. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/03/03/Crash-Landing-On-You-1583219169781_1709f3759f6_large.jpg Actress Son Ye-jin and actor Hyun Bin. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T08:42:34.476+04:00 5 K-dramas that should never be remade as lightning never strikes twice: Tangerines to Strong Girl Bong-soon Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-august-15-1.500641647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/i61wjq62/gulfnews2026-08-09ge403fpkHormuz.avif Small boats line the shore as cargo ships and other commercial vessels appear anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, in Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T08:13:41.860+04:00 UAE residents' update: Trump’s Hormuz claim, ADNOC attack and flight cancellations UAE, Mena, UAE, UAE Travel, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/actress-anupama-parameswaran-addresses-gold-digger-tag-reveals-why-she-postponed-engagement-1.500641615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/eftdc4rg/hdurv.avif From rumours to recovery: Anupama reflects on a toxic past and her healing journey Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:18:28.381+04:00 Actress Anupama Parameswaran addresses ‘gold digger’ tag, reveals why she postponed engagement South-Indian, malayalam cinema, Malayalam films https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-independence-day-2026-modi-sets-out-vision-for-developed-india-by-2047-1.500641611 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/i4rp4jmj/202608153904486.jpg Nation becomes great when it moves forward on strength of dreams: PM Modi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/30a3w3fn/202608153904481.jpg PM Modi hoists Tricolour at Red Fort, says India must dream big to build Viksit Bharat by 2047 Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:08:47.399+04:00 India Independence Day 2026: Modi sets out vision for developed India by 2047 India, india, Narendra Modi https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/india-at-80-uae-business-leaders-hail-a-rising-power-deepening-india-uae-partnership-1.500641446 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-22/kd9um5p5/UAE-India https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/6guwz51u/Abdul_Jebbar_PB_Founder_Group_CEO_Managing_Director_Hotpack.jpg Abdul Jebbar PB https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-04/wouerqmi/575A3915.jpg Abdul Moiz Khan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/f0tgk2ra/Adeeb-Ahamed.jpg Adeeb Ahamed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0qncjasz/ABDUL-SALAM.jpg Abdul Salam K P https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/88ah0btp/Anil-KANZ.jpg Anil Dhanak https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/m4kbgtpl/Anis-Sajan.jpg Anis Sajan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/2fpwfewt/WEBAnishaCreo.jpg Anisha Saga https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4p3nljtr/Anishkaa-Gehani.jpg Anishkaa Gehani https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/df38lbs1/Avinash.jpg Avinash Babur https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/gf7ut4ll/DSC00647_copy.jpg Clint Khan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d3qt60ud/Dhiraj-Jain.jpg Dhiraj Jain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/u54mlczq/Azad-Moopen.jpg Dr Azad Moopen https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/sdu94jn8/Dr-Dhananjay-Datar.jpg Dr Dhananjay Datar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/fvh91qre/Dr-Jamil-Ahmed.jpg Dr Jamil Ahmed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-07/3lthnukt/Stock-Joyalukkas-2025 Dr Joy Alukkas https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/p1k57b0w/Dr-Shareef-Abdul-Khader.jpg Dr Shareef Abdul Khader https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/hj3swt8k/Surender-Al-Dobowi.jpg Dr Surender Singh Kandhari https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/8sddn0j6/Dr-Thumbay-Moideen.jpg Dr Thumbay Moideen https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/o927b99x/Eugene-Mayne.jpg Eugene Mayne https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-30/4m90f34s/Jigar-Sagar-FOR-WEB.png Jigar Sagar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/09/28/James-Mathew-UHY-for-web_18384951d41_large.jpg James Mathew https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/26ihvn1i/Naresh-K.-Bhawnani.jpg Naresh K. Bhawnani https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/o1u12ztt/Nirav-Shah.jpg Nirav Shah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-14/bt9ski6g/Paras-Shahdadpuri.jpg Paras Shahdadpuri https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0xav8j5r/PNC-Menon.jpg PNC Menon https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/fjz3pq52/Rashmi-Kalwani-Pandya.jpg Rashmi Kalwani Pandya https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/1l7x148o/Rizwan-Sajan.jpg Rizwan Sajan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/q5vnt3c4/SHAMLAL-AHAMED-1.jpg Shamlal Ahamed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/weos0tc8/Shuja-Jashanmal.jpg Shuja Jashanmal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/njy9jojo/SU260626FreeZonesadv_Aurion.jpg Syam P. Prabhu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-01/dtyxdvs4/Taher-Shams.jpg Taher Shams https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dayyydiv/Jumbo.jpg Vidya Chhabria, Chairperson, Jumbo Group. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9gh23jzj/NAT__Yusuffali_1_1583153210420_1709b48e435_original_ratio.jpg Yusuffali M.A https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/lr8ym39i/Zubin_K_white_BG.jpg Zubin Karkaria Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:07:00.000+04:00 India at 80: UAE business leaders hail a rising power, deepening India-UAE partnership GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-yab-legal-services-and-gpa-champion-legal-aid-and-expatriate-rights-1.500640058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dd96aodz/Salam-Pappinissery.jpg Salam Pappinissery, CEO of YAB Legal Services. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:06:00.000+04:00 How YAB Legal Services and GPA champion legal aid and expatriate rights GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/west-zone-group-driving-the-uaes-retail-and-lifestyle-future-1.500639681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-26/njarwmjk/West-ZoneNaresh-Bhawnani.jpg Naresh Kumar Bhawnani, Founder and Chairman, West Zone Group. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:06:00.000+04:00 West Zone Group: Driving the UAE’s retail and lifestyle future GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/uaeindia-partnership-at-80-from-historic-ties-to-shared-ambition-1.500639602 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5xrus79j/Eugene-Mayne.jpg President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Eugene Mayne, Founder and Global CEO of Tristar, who highlighted the company’s pioneering step towards the decarbonisation of maritime transport with its hybrid bunker barge positioned at the Port of Fujairah in 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ajimg23o/Sridhar-receiving-golden-peacock-for-safety.jpg Tristar receiving its 12th Golden Peacock award for OH & S from the Insititute of Directors (IoD) Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:05:00.000+04:00 UAE–India Partnership at 80: From historic ties to shared ambition GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-lulu-group-strengthens-india-gcc-trade-links-through-expanded-sourcing-network-1.500639590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/7hggquw3/Narendra-Modi-Yusuffali-MA.jpg Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu Group with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:04:00.000+04:00 How Lulu Group strengthens India-GCC trade links through expanded sourcing network GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/jashanmal-and-india-uae-partnership-a-century-of-retail-trust-and-shared-prosperity-1.500639573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/weos0tc8/Shuja-Jashanmal.jpg Shuja Jashanmal, CEO of Jashanmal Group Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:03:00.000+04:00 Jashanmal and India-UAE Partnership: A century of retail, trust and shared prosperity GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/fame-advisory-guiding-businesses-through-the-uaes-tax-and-compliance-landscape-1.500639566 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bf7e4fuc/Nirav-Shah.jpg Nirav Shah, Founder and Director, FAME Advisory Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:02:00.000+04:00 FAME Advisory: Guiding businesses through the UAE’s tax and compliance landscape GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/al-ansari-exchange-building-stronger-financial-connections-between-india-and-the-uae-1.500639553 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/lfxkljja/Ali-Al-Najjar.jpg Ali Al Najjar Chief Executive Officer, Al Ansari Exchange Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:01:00.000+04:00 Al Ansari Exchange: Building stronger financial connections between India and the UAE GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/india-at-80-a-journey-of-progress-purpose-and-global-pride-1.500639416 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/kaqslxaa/Dr-Dhananjay-Datar.jpg Dr Dhananjay Datar, Chairman and Managing Director of Adil Trading Co. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T07:00:00.000+04:00 India at 80: A journey of progress, purpose and global pride GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-vows-economic-isolation-for-iran-uae-condemns-adnoc-vessel-attacks-1.500640451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/bbd137cq/USS.jpg File photo: An F/A-18E Super Hornet launching from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-30/43v5wfk7/newsml_afp_com_20260730T000000Z_PH_GTY_2287648181.jpeg Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks during a television interview Gulf News en 2026-08-15T06:41:09.044+04:00 US threatens unprecedented economic isolation for Iran as Gulf shipping attacks mount Mena, Donald Trump, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/kerala-expats-friend-picks-the-number-that-lands-him-a-dh100000-big-ticket-win-1.500641343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-08/uwh7hjb1/Big-Ticket-established-in-1992-is-the-largest-and-longest-running-raffle-draw-in-the-region.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-15T06:30:00.000+04:00 Kerala expat's friend picks the number that lands him a Dh100,000 Big Ticket win UAE https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/from-classroom-to-career-reinventing-hospitality-education-for-the-real-world-1.500640045 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-17/fqq9146g/newsml_afp_com_20250317T174450Z_doc_372u6xm.jpeg Students in chef uniforms sit in a classroom on the sidelines of a ministerial visit to the Ferrandi-Paris gastronomy and hospitality trade school, as part of the Tourism Careers Week (Semaine des metiers du tourisme), in Paris, on March 17, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/lr1y7icm/edmond_goh.jpg Edmund Goh Gulf News en 2026-08-15T06:18:00.000+04:00 From classroom to career: Reinventing hospitality education for the real world Op-Eds, AI, Dubai tourism, Abu Dhabi tourism https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-49c-heat-followed-by-rain-and-stronger-winds-1.500641499 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/lbgr5nwp/Weather Saturday will be fair to partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times towards the north and east. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T06:14:06.648+04:00 UAE weather: 49°C heat followed by rain and stronger winds Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/dubai-parking-subscription-savings-1.500641518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/12/STOCK-PARKIN_19147197667_large.jpg Regular commuters could save money with a monthly parking subscription, but the benefits depend on where, when and how often they park. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T06:00:00.000+04:00 Dubai public parking: Is a subscription cheaper for commuters? Living-Transport, Transport, Ask Gulf News, Parkin, Dubai parking https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-a-british-couple-in-the-uae-stepped-up-to-rehome-over-50-abandoned-dogs-and-cats-a-forever-home-for-all-1.500641312 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/zkdvmntg/Siddi-K9.jpeg Siddhi Mulaokar, a volunteer at K9 Friends. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0s5461fi/PHOTO-2026-08-11-14-31-53.JPG Charlie Bannan: Rather than just donating money or time, the Bannans have donated their own real estate, quite literally. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/icc0zcrb/PHOTO-2026-08-11-14-30-05.JPG Charlie and Elsa Bannan's pug: Duke. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T06:00:00.000+04:00 From property listings to pet listings: UAE firm helps rehome 50 animals UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/jason-arday-ex-cambridge-professor-at-centre-of-plagiarism-row-found-dead-1.500641579 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8qi7v4sv/preview.jpg Torchbearer Jason Arday carries the Olympic Flame on the Torch Relay leg between Sutton and Merton, in London, July 23, 2012. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T05:42:39.969+04:00 Jason Arday, ex-Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row, found dead Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/adnoc-confirms-vessel-attack-in-strait-of-hormuz-situation-under-control-1.500641577 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/ssycaswi/zwi06bb11ka04k5pn-1.jpg Strait of Hormuz tensions rise after ADNOC vessel attack draws Arab condemnation Gulf News en 2026-08-15T05:36:58.993+04:00 ADNOC vessel attacked in Hormuz for second time in two days, situation under control UAE, Mena, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-skywards-miles-7-ways-to-spend-your-points-beyond-flights-1.500641012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/oz4e99xv/Emirates_Skywards_1722b16cd9a_original_ratio.jpg Emirates Skywards members are encouraged to earn miles by spending online or at outlets. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T05:00:00.000+04:00 Emirates Skywards Miles: 7 ways to spend your points beyond flights Aviation, Travel, Emirates Group, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/ai-stocks-keep-selling-off-heres-what-is-making-investors-nervous-1.500639914 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/c4n8gp61/newsml_afp_com_20260708T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285214235.jpeg Stock market numbers are displayed at the New York Stock Exchange is seen during morning trading in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/44si0svf/00c09612_80cc_4fa9_a965_62946edf9e9a.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/hg276a0g/500c2a9e_64b3_435c_9b73_a2344e17d0e9.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-15T04:00:00.000+04:00 AI stocks keep selling off. Here’s what is making investors nervous Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/science/missed-the-perseids-uae-night-sky-has-plenty-more-to-offer-save-these-dates-1.500640502 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-13/91u49g50/STAFFNAT_250812_Perseid_meteor_shower_VSAKLANI_11755057955776.jpg Enthusiasts and stargazers were in for a celestial treat as the annual Perseid meteor shower returns, with a display of "shooting stars" across the night sky during an event hosted by Dubai Astronomy Group at Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-13/q4meozjy/Boot-Arch-Perseids-–-Mike-Abramyan.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/by6oeflf/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_13_at_10_46_44_PM.jpeg A streak of the annual Perseid meteor shower as seen from Mleiha National Park in Sharjah, UAE, which has served as a prime desert viewing location for the annual meteor shower, which peaked overnight on August 12–13, 2026. Organised night events at the park featured guided stargasing, telescope viewings, and desert dinner buffets. Gulf News en 2026-08-15T02:01:00.000+04:00 Missed the Perseids? UAE night sky has plenty more to offer — save these dates Science, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/sourav-ganguly-breaks-silence-over-alleged-death-threats-1.500641454 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-15/0cnc415r/newsml_afp_com_20250715T135849Z_doc_66tl4z2.jpeg Former India captain Sourav Ganguly. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T23:27:33.601+04:00 Sourav Ganguly breaks silence over alleged death threats Cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/i-shot-mr-thompson-luigi-mangione-admits-killing-unitedhealthcare-ceo-in-shock-court-confession-1.500641448 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zic45ncy/preview.jpg Luigi Mangione appears for a pre-trial hearing at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York, on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T23:15:45.816+04:00 'I shot Mr Thompson': Luigi Mangione admits killing UnitedHealthcare CEO in shock court confession Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/british-cycling-talent-finlay-tarling-19-dies-in-tour-of-portugal-crash-1.500641355 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ganryp6g/Tarling.jpg Finlay Tarling Gulf News en 2026-08-14T22:20:42.037+04:00 British cyclist Finlay Tarling, 19, dies in Tour of Portugal crash Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/jeff-bezos-joins-amit-bhatia-led-consortium-in-6b-liverpool-fc-minority-stake-deal-1.500641342 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/pdkx2aq6/newsml_afp_com_20260802T232641Z_doc_c3tp3gt.jpeg Liverpool's players pose for a photo before the pre-season friendly football match against Leeds United FC at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois, on August 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T21:51:48.245+04:00 Jeff Bezos joins Amit Bhatia-led consortium in £6b Liverpool FC minority stake deal Football, Liverpool https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/gas-leak-at-bangladesh-shipbreaking-yard-kills-eight-1.500641068 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/42mt3b08/newsml_afp_com_20260814T115552Z_doc_c4nc9we.jpeg Relatives mourn after a toxic gas leak killed people at Ferdous Steel Shipbreaking Yard and Recycling Factory in Bangladesh's Chittagong on August 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T20:52:52.214+04:00 Gas leak at Bangladesh shipbreaking yard kills eight Asia, Bangladesh https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/enzo-maresca-uncertain-over-rodris-future-at-man-city-1.500641017 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/b2cut84v/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286948565.jpeg Rodri Gulf News en 2026-08-14T20:48:17.201+04:00 Enzo Maresca uncertain over Rodri's future at Man City Football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jared-kushner-to-visit-israel-to-bridge-gaps-on-gaza-plan-1.500640388 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/k4uyjfgo/newsml_afp_com_20250929T000000Z_PH_GTY_2238131347.jpeg Jared Kushner, son-in-law and advisor to President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T20:39:58.276+04:00 Jared Kushner to visit Israel to bridge gaps on Gaza plan Mena, Gaza, Palestine https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/singapore-criminalises-ai-generated-explicit-images-1.500641083 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/7zdrn010/newsml_afp_com_20250422T103959Z_doc_433c7qm.jpeg A woman jogs past the city skyline in Singapore. [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-08-14T20:32:13.966+04:00 Singapore criminalises AI-generated explicit images Asia, Technology, Singapore https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/indias-tata-steel-sells-jamshedpur-fc-to-churchill-brothers-for-nominal-1-fee-1.500641214 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/r0vb625q/202602270469f.jpg The deal will ensure continuity for the club’s players and coaching staff after Tata Steel announced its exit from the ISL. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T20:18:19.203+04:00 India’s Tata Steel sells Jamshedpur FC to Churchill Brothers for nominal $1 fee Football https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-bans-50-seat-worker-buses-from-mafraq-bridge-exit-1.500641315 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/acz9pawj/ABU-DHBI Affected buses will instead be required to use the alternative exit at Truck Bridge leading to Al Rawdah Street, E30, in the direction of Mafraq Workers City. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T20:05:47.902+04:00 Abu Dhabi bans 50-seat worker buses from Mafraq Bridge exit Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/how-agentic-ai-could-reshape-government-services-in-abu-dhabi-1.500641320 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/5lm72w77/AI.jpg Deloitte Middle East experts say AI agents could move beyond answering questions to completing tasks, coordinating departments and responding proactively to people’s needs. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T20:05:07.778+04:00 How Agentic AI could reshape government services in Abu Dhabi Government, Technology, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-police-offer-free-vehicle-inspections-at-enoc-autopro-centres-1.500641297 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/089aan8e/Dubai-Police Dubai Police urged drivers to take advantage of the free comprehensive inspections, which are available from August 10 to 23. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T19:51:44.105+04:00 Dubai Police offer free vehicle inspections at ENOC AutoPro centres Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/reliance-rolls-royce-to-build-engines-for-indias-fighter-jet-1.500641241 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ee0on75f/202511033563266.jpg The planned collaboration is aimed at creating a self-reliant aerospace industry and supporting the AMCA programme. [Representational image] Gulf News en 2026-08-14T19:41:34.040+04:00 Reliance, Rolls-Royce to build engines for India’s fighter jet India, Business https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shubman-gill-says-huge-honour-to-lead-india-in-600th-test-1.500640919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rwb9nhug/newsml_afp_com_20260814T083703Z_doc_c4mr3pw.jpeg Sri Lanka's captain Dhananjaya de Silva (L) and his Indian counterpart Shubman Gill shake hands before posing with the series trophy at the Galle International Cricket Stadium in Galle on August 14, 2026 on the eve of their first Test cricket match. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T19:17:58.779+04:00 Shubman Gill says 'huge honour' to lead India in 600th Test Cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/hormuz-crisis-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august-14-1.500641162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/r26kydl3/newsml_afp_com_20260810T190149Z_doc_c4cf9ke.jpeg Vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz, off the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on August 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T18:48:59.757+04:00 Hormuz crisis: What UAE residents need to know this evening (August 14) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/rbi-brings-forward-deadline-for-banks-to-raise-fcnr-deposits-after-strong-response-1.500641215 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/08/STOCK-Reserve-Bank-of-India--RBI-_18c4938bbb7_large.jpg Indian banks can now mobilise foreign currency (FCNR) deposits from NRIs only until August 31. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T18:39:39.608+04:00 RBI brings forward deadline for banks to raise FCNR deposits after strong response Banking, India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kartik-aaryan-invited-to-president-murmus-independence-day-reception-1.500641182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ozzze0wb/TAB_Kartik_Aaryan1_1591436938754_17289088e03_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T18:20:50.771+04:00 Kartik Aaryan invited to President Murmu’s Independence Day reception Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/frances-constitutional-authority-strikes-down-social-media-ban-for-under-15s-1.500641175 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/e24pgc3v/Kids.jpg The Constitutional Council of France has found that Article 1 of the legislation “constitutes an infringement that is neither appropriate, necessary, nor proportionate” to the freedom of expression and communication of those under 15. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T18:01:16.398+04:00 France’s constitutional authority strikes down social media ban for under-15s Europe, social media, France https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/alex-renner-motors-armotors-launches-luxury-car-storage-service-in-dubai-1.500641153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zf5jt52k/Alex-Renner-Motors.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:46:42.028+04:00 Alex Renner Motors (ARMOTORS) launches luxury car storage service in Dubai Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-a-level-high-achievers-reveal-how-they-secured-top-grades-despite-exam-cancellations-1.500641116 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zqk7vci2/A-level-UAE-results Students and parents at DBS Emirates Hills collecting their results. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/5ftp7r36/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_14_at_10_20_53_AM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/c1ywo5jt/Andreas_Palmos_Profile_Photo_jpg.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/sncavawl/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-14-at-3.19.05-PM.jpeg "I’m deeply grateful to Brighton College Abu Dhabi and my wonderful teachers for their unwavering support, which kept me grounded and focused on my revision. A huge thank you to my family as well for keeping my spirits up throughout," Narain Eshaan Ayathan, said. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/hgiwt4bk/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_14_at_5_34_56_PM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/2p3u0ye1/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_14_at_5_01_33_PM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/a4r0jygh/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_14_at_5_23_46_PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:41:04.028+04:00 UAE A-level high achievers reveal how they secured top grades despite exam cancellations Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-ship-crossings-jump-44-marine-traffic-tracker-1.500641135 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wda8rk54/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-9.20.21-PM.png Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:32:13.532+04:00 Hormuz ship crossings jump 44%: marine traffic tracker Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/c1qant6-arab-parliament-strongly-condemns-iranian-attack-1.500641080 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4wui8xsm/rrs06az91ka1a5kpo.jpg President of the Arab Parliament Mohammed Ahmed Al Yamahi said threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global trade and energy markets. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:15:12.669+04:00 Arab Parliament condemns Iran’s targeting of UAE tankers Mena, Government, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/c1qant4-arab-league-condemns-iranian-attack-two-uae-1.500641059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/h67fpmrj/os206az71ka194gpo.jpg The League of Arab urged Tehran to stop actions threatening freedom and safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:09:01.215+04:00 Arab League condemns Iran’s attack on two UAE tankers Mena, Government, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/batwara-1947-film-review-overwrought-sermons-on-faith-and-motherhood-smother-sunny-deols-india-pakistan-partition-drama-1.500641092 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bri7itud/batwara.avif Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta and cast from Batwara 1947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/ghcqxgl6/newsml_afp_com_20260809T133944Z_doc_c4a33nh.jpeg Bollywood actor Sunny Deol poses for photographs during the promotion of his upcoming film 'Batwara 1947' in Amritsar on August 9, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/3kfqkcv0/ANI_20260617100218.jpg Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta (Photo/Instagram/@aamirkhanproductions) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/15ei104h/202607183868779.jpg Sunny Deol fights back evil as the nation is split in new teaser of ‘Batwara 1947 Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:06:47.477+04:00 Batwara 1947 film review: Overwrought sermons on faith and motherhood smother Sunny Deol's India-Pakistan partition drama Entertainment, BollyWood, India, Pakistan, bollywood, Pakistan, india, Movie review https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/rani-mukerji-joins-shah-rukh-khan-in-la-trobe-universitys-honours-list-1.500641105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1n1pary6/ANI_20260814105333.jpg Rani Mukerji dedicated the recognition to India and artists who use cinema to build bridges between cultures. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/idhqezn6/newsml_afp_com_20251008T084747Z_doc_782r3ym.jpeg Indian actress Rani Mukerji poses for a photo as she hosts British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (not pictured) during a visit to Yash Raj Films, a Bollywood studio, in Mumbai on October 8, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:02:55.887+04:00 Rani Mukerji joins Shah Rukh Khan in La Trobe University’s honours list BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/uae/kerala-expat-celebrates-first-big-ticket-win-of-dh100000-1.500641091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/q4493xbg/BIG_TICKET_DRAW_1627449306642_17aeb89ae28_original_ratio.jpg A file photo of the Big Ticket draw in Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:02:38.447+04:00 Kerala expat celebrates first Big Ticket win of Dh100,000 UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/european-countries-battle-multiple-wildfires-1.500641109 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/o0vms2ll/newsml_afp_com_20260814T003724Z_doc_c4m83tw.jpeg Firefighters battle the flames as a wildfire rages through the Landes forest in Luglon, southwestern France, in the early hours of August 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T17:02:15.497+04:00 European countries battle multiple wildfires Europe, UK, France https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/uae-stands-firmly-with-kuwait-after-daesh-linked-plot-foiled-sheikh-abdullah-1.500641088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uddi733x/UAE Sheikh Abdullah affirmed the UAE’s full support for all measures taken by Kuwait to safeguard its security and sovereignty. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:54:51.125+04:00 UAE stands firmly with Kuwait after Daesh-linked plot foiled: Sheikh Abdullah Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/amr-diab-live-in-dubai-2026-tickets-date-and-all-you-need-to-know-1.500641062 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/jj77ztqb/20191030_Amr_diab_16e1c7c1548_original_ratio.jpg Amr Diab an Egyptian singer, composer and former actor. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:25:32.408+04:00 Amr Diab live in Dubai 2026: Tickets, date and all you need to know Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/west-bank-mothers-mourn-children-killed-in-the-conflict-1.500641060 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/cunr4bgj/newsml_afp_com_20260811T180022Z_doc_c4bb838.jpeg Palestinian woman Kholoud Mamadneh, mother of fifteen-year-old Mahmoud Mamadneh, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces on his way back from school, holds a teddy bear her son had as a baby as she stands for a portrait in front of his bed in Jenin, in the occupied West Bank, on July 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6tdhojie/newsml_afp_com_20260811T180212Z_doc_c4bb82z.jpeg Palestinian woman Hanan Al-Naasan, mother of seventeen-year-old national youth football player Fadi Al-Naasan, who was shot and killed by Israeli forces, stands for a portrait inside her living room in Al-Mughayyir, in the occupied West Bank, on August 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ae4mp3d4/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175749Z_doc_c4bb83b.jpeg Palestinian woman Salam Masoud Na’jeh, mother of fifteen-year-old Mohammad Masoud Na’jeh and thirteen-year-old Morad Masoud Na’jeh, who were both killed in an Israeli airstike on their house rooftop, stands for portrait next to their beds in Al-Farah Refugee Camp, in the occupied West Bank, on July 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/hf2tm4d8/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175222Z_doc_c4bb83a.jpeg Palestinian woman Samira Gharbeya, mother of fourteen-year-old Mahmoud, who was killed with his cat in an Israeli drone strike, stands for a portrait whilst holding a pot plant in Jenin, in the occupied West Bank, on July 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/7khlgtgn/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175509Z_doc_c4bb83c.jpeg Palestinian woman Safaa Jadallah, mother of fourteen-year-old Jihad Jumaa, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces, smells her son's hat as she stands for a portrait in Al-Farah Refugee Camp, in the occupied West Bank, on July 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/q4hgt27x/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175034Z_doc_c4bb82x.jpeg Palestinian woman Hanen Shaalan, mother of fifteen-year-old Adam, who was shot and killed outside a bakery by Israeli forces whilst getting bread, stands for a portrait while holding a pot plant that her son gifted on mother's day in Al-Duheishe Refugee Camp, south of Bethlehem, in the occupied West Bank, on August 3, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/a6vzu6hh/newsml_afp_com_20260811T174604Z_doc_c4bb82y.jpeg Palestinian woman Nihan Al-Naasan, mother of fifteen-year-old Mohammed Sa’ad, who was shot and killed by Israeli forces outside a mosque during Friday prayers, stands for a portrait in her son's bedroom in Turmus Ayya, in the occupied West Bank, on August 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/sz35bb0r/newsml_afp_com_20260811T174312Z_doc_c4bb834.jpeg Palestinian woman Eman Lemon, mother of thirteen-year-old Bana, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces whilst looking out of her bedroom window, stands for a portrait next to her daughter's bed in Krayot, in the occupied West Bank, on July 10, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/524px9vr/newsml_afp_com_20260811T173815Z_doc_c4bb833.jpeg Palestinian woman Sujood Hamdan, mother of eleven-year-old Abdullah, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces during a military raid, stands for a portrait in front of her son's bed in Nablus, in the occupied West Bank, on July 10, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/xlhb1zlk/newsml_afp_com_20260811T173249Z_doc_c4bb832.jpeg Palestinian woman Dania Abu Haikal, mother of seven-month-old Sam, who was killed by Israeli forces whilst sitting on his mother's lap in the car, stands for portrait while holding her late sons' teddy bear in Bethlehem, in the occupied West Bank, on August 7, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ny61bog8/newsml_afp_com_20260811T172215Z_doc_c4bb836.jpeg Alia al-Hallaq, mother of nine-year-old Mohammad, who was killed by an Israeli army bullet, stands for a portrait whilst holding his thawb in Al-Rayhiyya, in the occupied West Bank, on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:24:38.010+04:00 West Bank mothers mourn children killed in the conflict Mena, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/friday/family-fun-food-deals-and-cool-escapes-top-things-to-do-across-the-uae-this-august-1.500641008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/hfxwxe6p/Learn-play-create.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0pfjxopx/Design-your-own-game.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/p7ve8e85/Dine-along-the-Metro.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vlkn6a4p/The-full-reset.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/42lp2k3h/Meet-the-chefs.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zq1rnm89/Summer-In-The-Snow.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/itnzgre8/Scholarships-for-young-achievers.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/m9htetkp/A-taste-of-Onam.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/x04khtal/Fiesta-comes-alive.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/49vp5ttb/Mediterranean-flavours-at-Solara.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/r2d6es4v/Stay-With-Your-Pet.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/f5n1vw3g/Meet-the-FREEJ.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d34d01vw/Save-on-school-essentials.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jboncjcq/Become-a-cyber-detective.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/sk4r2ecu/Go_Loco_this_summer.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:22:41.316+04:00 Family Fun, Food Deals and Cool Escapes: Top Things to Do Across the UAE This August Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-police-warn-e-scooter-riders-against-unsafe-habits-and-distractions-1.500641037 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/no7pc30e/AD-Police Police warned riders against carrying passengers or heavy loads that could affect the scooter’s balance and control. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:19:20.208+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police warn e-scooter riders against unsafe habits and distractions Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/mineral-versus-chemical-sunscreen-how-each-blocks-the-sun-1.500632766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/ghvpfg41/spfsuncreen-1.png A split view illustrates two sunscreen mechanisms under bright sunlight: mineral vs. chemical Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:00:00.000+04:00 Mineral versus chemical sunscreen: How each blocks the sun Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/anker-solix-c300-review-a-compact-power-station-that-makes-sense-for-camping-trips-1.500632530 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/mtfqpgew/powerstation-1.png A portable power station anchors a cozy lakeside camping setup at sunset Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:00:00.000+04:00 Anker SOLIX C300 review: A compact power station that makes sense for camping trips Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/believe-it-or-not-one-ticket-just-won-a-staggering-104-billion-1.500641010 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/os79odla/Ticket The holder matched all six numbers in the 12 August drawing: 4, 26, 66, 67 and 69, with red Powerball 9. The winner’s identity has not been disclosed. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:59:37.924+04:00 Believe it or not: One ticket just won a staggering $1.04 billion Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/factory-caught-using-charcoal-instead-of-cocoa-to-colour-biscuits-1.500641020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/gotpfwx2/Egypt Authorities said the facility was producing biscuits, including products labelled as “Oreo”, as well as biscuits intended for use in ice cream manufacturing. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:58:56.756+04:00 Factory caught using charcoal instead of cocoa to colour biscuits Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/kerala-targets-300000-more-arab-tourists-over-five-years-1.500640926 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/gkq8hqh2/202608143903955.jpg Kerala aims to generate more than Rs 25,000 crore by attracting high-spending travellers from the Gulf and West Asia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/10/14/1_16a083d5b74.2105766_1381831421_16a083d5b74_large.jpg An action programme for practising Responsible Tourism (RT) was developed in 2007 in Kerala Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:57:51.502+04:00 Kerala targets 300,000 more Arab tourists over five years Tourism, India, kerala, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-warn-parents-over-hidden-risks-in-childrens-online-games-1.500641003 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wi2s5cgg/Dubai-police The Women and Child Protection Department stressed the vital role of family supervision in protecting children from potential risks or crimes linked to electronic games. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:41:03.375+04:00 Dubai Police warn parents over hidden risks in children’s online games UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/india-football-closer-than-ever-to-overseas-players-representing-the-nation-1.500640998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uorkirug/202603243720167.jpg A major step in Indian football https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/mqgk1933/Yan_Dhanda__177e8786c47_original_ratio.jpg Yan Dhanda plays for Hearts in Scotland. He was born in England to an Indian father and a vocal admirer of India. He has an OCI card but cannot play for India while retaining his British passport. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/06t76yu1/newsml_afp_com_20260626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283948797.jpeg Sarpreet Singh made history for players of Indian origin in the 2026 World Cup. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:40:55.412+04:00 India football ‘closer than ever’ to overseas players representing the nation Sport, Football, football, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/keralas-messi-promise-comes-back-to-haunt-the-left-1.500640613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-23/af9pnnwr/Lionel-Messi.jpg Lionel Messi Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:39:54.019+04:00 Kerala’s Messi promise comes back to haunt the Left Football, India, kerala, Lionel Messi, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/my-police-station-kerala-to-transform-484-police-stations-under-new-public-friendly-plan-1.500640990 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/25h5k15n/VD.jpg Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan (centre) inaugurates the 'My Police Station' initiative at the Peroorkada police station, in Thiruvananthapuram. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:26:13.198+04:00 ‘My Police Station’: Kerala to transform 484 police stations under new public-friendly plan India, kerala, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/independence-day-pakistan-envoy-urges-expats-to-uphold-uae-laws-1.500640951 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w6fn4ghs/86332064-36de-48cb-9f11-07da793efbb8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, cuts a cake during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d57s11qo/2d5f993c-0f2f-4ddb-80e6-cfcdf991a93b.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, hoists the national flag during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d57s11qo/2d5f993c-0f2f-4ddb-80e6-cfcdf991a93b.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, hoists the national flag during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jl6pdm7t/5b7d5305-4246-417c-9520-7addcd5e4cf8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, joins community members in celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rb5qbfpt/PAK-2.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan Acting Consul General and Consul officials cut a cake during the country’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, leading the festivities and inspiring patriotic fervour among the Pakistani community. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wx9f85nu/PAK-66.jpg The colours of the Pakistani flag fluttered high as the expat community came together to mark the 79th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence Day with heartfelt patriotism and pride. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/edd24jtf/3feb7b9d-c691-4125-889a-114413c89f76.jpg Youngsters join festivities to mark Pakistan Independence Day in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vp5glfv3/PAK-55.jpg Community members joined together to sing the national anthem, creating a scene filled with patriotic spirit and love for their homeland, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zzdlcsn8/8f12130f-b0dd-484b-9973-be90eb823f67.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, looks at a painting of Pakistan’s father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammed Ali Jinnah during an exhibition at the Pakistani Consulate in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9sqcy8rf/c4525237-4aac-48cb-98b4-b844361fe534.jpg Women attend Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, joining the Pakistani community in marking the national occasion with patriotic fervour. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jl6pdm7t/5b7d5305-4246-417c-9520-7addcd5e4cf8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, joins community members in celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:11:26.801+04:00 Independence Day: Pakistan envoy urges expats to uphold UAE laws Pakistan, UAE, UAE, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/friday/e-house-movers-expands-relocation-services-across-dubai-as-demand-for-organised-moving-support-grows-1.500640959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/epcxdkfi/Movers.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:09:17.629+04:00 E House Movers expands relocation services across Dubai as demand for organised moving support grows Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/missed-the-perseids-dubai-astronomy-adds-a-second-meteor-shower-night-at-al-khatim-desert-abu-dhabi-1.500640944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/qt0z1hbu/A_long_exposure_shows_star_trails_behind_Lopez_Mountain_during_the_annual_Perseid_meteor_shower_peri.jpg A long exposure shows star trails behind Lopez Mountain during the annual Perseid meteor shower period near the town of Bariloche, Argentina, August 11, 2023. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:09:09.078+04:00 Missed the Perseids? Dubai Astronomy adds a second meteor shower night at Al Khatim Desert, Abu Dhabi UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/sri-lankan-cricket-coach-dies-after-altercation-with-players-1.500640950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/05/10/Cricket-bat_179562148a8_large.jpg Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:02:03.421+04:00 Sri Lankan cricket coach dies after altercation with players Cricket, cricket, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/uae/pakistani-expats-celebrate-independence-day-in-uae-1.500640750 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jl6pdm7t/5b7d5305-4246-417c-9520-7addcd5e4cf8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, joins community members in celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d57s11qo/2d5f993c-0f2f-4ddb-80e6-cfcdf991a93b.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, hoists the national flag during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/v8sgjibg/PAK-43.jpg In Dubai Fawad Ahmed Khan Acting Consul General along with Consul officials, led the celebrations in the city, inspiring patriotic fervour among the community. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wx9f85nu/PAK-66.jpg The colours of the Pakistani flag fluttered high as the expat community came together to mark the 79th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence Day with heartfelt patriotism and pride. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w6fn4ghs/86332064-36de-48cb-9f11-07da793efbb8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, cuts a cake during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rb5qbfpt/PAK-2.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan Acting Consul General and Consul officials cut a cake during the country’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, leading the festivities and inspiring patriotic fervour among the Pakistani community. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w1wzxbgg/6ed5fcbe-acb3-4b29-9a79-edc7a4bd41f7.jpg Pakistani Embassy officials and community members in Abu Dhabi join the celebrations marking Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day at the Embassy. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/pe3qtpfe/f1830467_e23f_4d78_9a11_37e1b8e94895.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, delivers a speech during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zzdlcsn8/8f12130f-b0dd-484b-9973-be90eb823f67.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, looks at a painting of Pakistan’s father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammed Ali Jinnah during an exhibition at the Pakistani Consulate in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/134hjqle/PAK-33.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General delivers a speech. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9sqcy8rf/c4525237-4aac-48cb-98b4-b844361fe534.jpg Women attend Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, joining the Pakistani community in marking the national occasion with patriotic fervour. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/edd24jtf/3feb7b9d-c691-4125-889a-114413c89f76.jpg Youngsters join festivities to mark Pakistan Independence Day in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ct5rp8vz/08f09c18-4b83-4b27-ac1d-1f1d2c1302b2.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, poses with officials from the consulate and community members during Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vp5glfv3/PAK-55.jpg Community members joined together to sing the national anthem, creating a scene filled with patriotic spirit and love for their homeland, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/j7xwf32h/PAK-88.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:47:33.298+04:00 Pakistani expats celebrate Independence Day in UAE UAE, news-photos, UAE, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dubai-gold-prices-edge-higher-as-global-rally-loses-momentum-1.500640897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/4/12/1_16a084bd17a.2204635_343164854_16a084bd17a_large.jpg An employee shows a customer gold jewellery in a shop at the Gold Souq in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:44:18.047+04:00 Dubai gold prices edge higher as global rally loses momentum YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/housing/dubai-rent-now-pay-later-explained-1.500640902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-14/munxdq12/_1x_1.jpg For tenants, the key attraction is that instead of needing to find a large annual rent payment upfront, eligible renters could potentially spread the cost across up to 12 months at zero interest. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:43:35.980+04:00 Dubai Rent Now, Pay Later: How the 12-month rent payment plan works Living-Housing, Property, Dubai property, Dubai rents https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwaiti-arrested-after-police-uncover-marijuana-farm-inside-home-1.500640881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9v7lmbxq/Kuwait A search of the home uncovered six kilograms of marijuana allegedly prepared for distribution and about 250 grams of hashish. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:20:22.328+04:00 Kuwaiti arrested after police uncover marijuana farm inside home Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/what-lies-beneath-iraqs-desert-a-river-filled-with-rare-blind-fish-1.500640890 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/omjiw3wk/Iraq Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:19:48.837+04:00 What lies beneath Iraq’s desert? A river filled with rare blind fish Mena, Iraq https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indias-akasa-air-adds-seven-boeing-737-max-aircraft-in-latest-avolon-deal-1.500640859 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/avzz0j99/Avolon-7378200-MAX.jpg Akasa Air is adding up to seven Boeing 737-8200 aircraft through a sale and leaseback deal with Avolon, supporting the Indian airline’s fleet and network expansion. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:55:23.903+04:00 India's Akasa Air adds seven Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in latest Avolon deal Aviation, Travel, India UAE travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aaradhya-bachchan-case-delhi-hc-raises-questions-over-protecting-a-famous-family-name-like-a-trademark-1.500640866 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/wlylvp3p/gulfnews_2026_05_23_btk5b1pg_HIdZ7_b0AALwXM_jpg.avif Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with Aaradhya. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:49:26.017+04:00 Aaradhya Bachchan case: Delhi HC raises questions over protecting a famous family name like a trademark Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/planning-umrah-these-are-the-quietest-hours-at-the-grand-mosque-1.500640870 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dchintxz/SPA The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque said crowd levels are typically low between 10pm and 4am, and again from 9am to 4pm. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:48:30.403+04:00 Planning Umrah? These are the quietest hours at the Grand Mosque Saudi, Hajj, Saudi Arabia, umrah https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/farage-has-won-clacton-what-happens-next-1.500640855 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/i4y9x2jq/preview.jpg Britain's Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage arrives at a polling station in Walton on the Naze, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 to cast his vote for the Clacton on Sea by-election. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:35:44.640+04:00 Farage has won Clacton. What happens next? Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/tanzid-hasan-makes-history-with-bangladeshs-first-test-century-in-australia-1.500640850 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/r141t774/Tanzid.jpg Bangladesh batsman Tanzid Hasan (L) celebrates scoring his century as Australian captain Pat Cummins (R) looks on on the second day of the first Test match at Marrara Stadium in Darwin on August 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:31:41.500+04:00 Tanzid Hasan makes history with Bangladesh’s first Test century in Australia Cricket, Bangladesh, Australia https://gulfnews.com/technology/instagram-changes-its-wordmark-and-the-internet-has-opinions-can-gen-z-read-cursive-1.500640847 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9za905zl/new.PNG Instagram’s new wordmark sparks debate over cursive, branding and Gen Z Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:30:08.931+04:00 Instagram changes its wordmark, and the internet has opinions — Can Gen Z read cursive? Technology, social media, Meta https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/samay-rainas-remarks-on-indias-got-latent-supreme-court-quashes-all-firs-against-comedian-1.500640840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/bsqqteee/ANI_20260808122808.jpg Earlier in the proceedings, the court had reprimanded Raina over the offensive jokes and directed him to organise awareness programmes and raise funds for persons with disabilities as a condition of moving forward. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:29:06.979+04:00 Supreme Court quashes all FIRs against Samay Raina over insensitive remarks on India's Got Latent Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/bangladeshi-expat-in-ajman-wins-dh100000-big-ticket-prize-after-two-years-of-trying-1.500640809 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w996d6sd/Arifuzzaman-Shuvo.jpg Arifuzzaman Shuvo Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:26:29.404+04:00 Bangladeshi expat in Ajman wins Dh100,000 Big Ticket prize after two years of trying UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/al-ansari-profit-falls-29-to-dh151m-as-uae-remittance-margins-tighten-1.500640825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/klpki5mu/Al-Ansari-Exchanges-branch.jpg Al Ansari Financial Services reported a 28.7 per cent drop in first-half net profit to Dh151 million, while operating income remained broadly stable at Dh635 million. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:17:48.315+04:00 Al Ansari profit falls 29% to Dh151m as UAE remittance margins tighten Markets, Dubai, UAE businesses, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/vismaya-mohanlal-ashish-joe-antony-on-thudakkam-star-kid-privilege-didnt-know-if-i-would-be-welcomed-1.500640787 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/two9tr16/VISMAYA-AND-ASHISH.jpg Vismaya Mohanlal and Ashish Joe Antony in Jude Anthany Joseph's Thudakkam Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:14:49.263+04:00 Vismaya Mohanlal, Ashish Joe Antony on Thudakkam, star-kid privilege: 'Didn't know if I would be welcomed' Entertainment, South-Indian, India, kerala, mohanlal, kerala cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/opinion/shildon-to-uae-a-200-year-railway-journey-1.500640714 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/s4gwftpx/the-flying-scotsman.jpg The Flying Scotsman giving Locomotion visitors the chance to travel with steam power in Shildon, County Durham, England. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/3m3curg2/locomotion-no1.jpg Locomotion No.1, the first steam locomotive to haul a passenger-carrying train on a public railway, when it was on temporary display in Locomotion in Shildon, County Durham, England. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:06:43.030+04:00 Shildon to UAE: A 200-year railway journey Opinion https://gulfnews.com/business/property/zoya-developments-sells-out-elinor-project-in-under-two-weeks-1.500640776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/44vif5vn/image.jpg Leaders from Zoya Development and First Prime Properties Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:04:31.652+04:00 Zoya Developments sells out Elinor project in under two weeks Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-bank-lending-jumps-as-borrowing-rises-sharply-in-june-1.500640796 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/foz0bxc9/Stock___Abu_Dhabi___UAE_economy_181aaa63559_original_ratio.jpg UAE bank lending rose by Dh24.7 billion in June, almost twice the Dh12.3 billion increase recorded in May, according to Central Bank of the UAE data. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:01:38.160+04:00 UAE bank lending jumps as borrowing rises sharply in June Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-celebrates-79th-independence-day-with-patriotic-fervour-1.500640793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/f94cuks5/PAK-1.jpg Students wave Pakistan’s national flag during an Independence Day ceremony at the mausoleum of Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, in Karachi, Pakistan, on Friday, August 14, 2026. Pakistan is marking its 79th Independence Day with celebrations across the country. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wqnszck5/PAK-2.jpg Pakistan's Army, Navy and Air Force officers attend a wreath-laying ceremony at the mausoleum of the country's founding father Muhammad Ali Jinnah during Independence Day celebrations in Karachi on August 14, 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/g788tx2k/PAK-3.jpg Pakistani navy personnel escort senior officials and lawmakers from Sindh province as they arrive to lay wreaths at the mausoleum of Pakistan's founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, during an Independence Day ceremony in Karachi, Pakistan, Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/b5s1h9h9/PAK-5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/c6e1h4t5/PAK-6.jpg Soldiers march during an Independence Day ceremony in Karachi, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/hdf3wked/PAK-7.jpg Students wave national flags during an Independence Day ceremony. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/kqdmhwiw/PAK-8.jpg Fireworks explode during celebrations ahead of the Pakistan's Independence Day, in Karachi, on August 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/648laes9/PAK-9.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/5ag3292l/PAK-10.jpg University students attend a ceremony in connection with the Pakistan's Independence Day celebrations, in Karachi, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/hkaag6ox/PAK-12.jpg Fishermen take part in a boat rally in connection with Pakistan's Independence Day celebrations, in Karachi, Pakistan, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/19068hzk/PAK-13.jpg A worker pastes a Pakistani flag in Lahore, Pakista. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/goclqhjz/PAK-14.jpg Governor of Pakistan's Sindh province Nehal Hashmi (L) and the region's Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah (C) offer prayers at the mausoleum of the country's founding father Muhammad Ali Jinnah during Independence Day celebrations in Karachi on August 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/31efbzh7/PAK-15.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:00:09.432+04:00 Pakistan celebrates 79th Independence Day with patriotic fervour Pakistan, news-photos, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/building-progress-strengthening-partnerships-with-al-wahid-group-1.500640801 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/siqhwztb/SU260814PakistanAl-Wahid-Group-NEW.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:52:55.234+04:00 Building progress, strengthening partnerships with Al Wahid Group GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/manco-builds-with-purpose-from-strong-roots-to-a-wider-vision-1.500640794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/6mzjx1oi/SU260814PakistanadvMANCO-NEW.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:46:52.965+04:00 MANCO builds with purpose, from strong roots to a wider vision GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/vista-maritime-travel-tourism-pakistan-the-uae-share-a-partnership-forged-in-trust-prosperity-and-global-connectivity-1.500640786 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/tdlkgqvl/SU260814PakistanadvVista-MaritimeDr-Zafar-Tahir.jpg Dr Zafar Tahir, Chief Executive Officer - Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:42:48.425+04:00 Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism: Pakistan & the UAE share a partnership forged in trust, prosperity and global connectivity GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/thousands-stranded-as-heavy-rain-kills-at-least-four-in-japan-2-1.500640777 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/35sij8uc/cars.jpg Abandoned cars are seen partially submerged on a flooded road in Sakura, Chiba prefecture on August 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/h0zgf4nm/narita.jpg Passengers wait to board a bus at the Narita International Airport in Narita, Chiba prefecture on August 14, 2026, after many of the train lines to the airport were closed. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:39:46.054+04:00 Thousands stranded as heavy rain kills at least four in Japan Asia, Japan https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/36-years-of-building-brands-across-the-uae-with-champion-group-1.500640739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/bov4s6ru/1200x900image.jpg From left: Shazil Merchant, Director, Champion Group; Shabbir Merchant, Founder & Chairman, Champion Group; Shoaib Merchant, Director, Champion Group Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:37:37.021+04:00 36 years of building brands across the UAE with Champion Group GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-robert-downey-jr-and-tom-hollands-unspoken-father-son-bond-was-the-mcus-heart-and-it-broke-1.500640752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/808lli2y/peterparker.webp Robert Downey Jr and Tom Holland. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:37:18.477+04:00 How Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Holland’s unspoken father-son bond was the MCU’s heart — and it broke Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-do-what-is-right-and-let-critics-talk-1.500640763 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/mpxkdsee/MBR “Public service by its nature brings criticism,” Sheikh Mohammed said. “You have to endure it. Do what is right. Let them talk.” Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:36:56.011+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed: Do what is right and let critics talk UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/al-ansari-exchange-helps-drive-financial-inclusion-through-trust-innovation-and-accessibility-1.500640757 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4ox98xu0/SU260814PakistanadvAl-Ansari-Exchange-Ali-Al-Najjar-CEO.jpg Ali Al Najjar, CEO, Al Ansari Exchange Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:34:17.800+04:00 Al Ansari Exchange helps drive financial inclusion through trust, innovation and accessibility GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/alif-group-roots-in-pakistan-built-in-the-uae-growing-across-borders-1.500640775 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vrc5vtfh/SU260814PakistanadvAlif-Group.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:32:14.083+04:00 Alif Group: Roots in Pakistan, built in the UAE, growing across borders GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-doctors-save-13-month-old-child-with-rare-immune-disorder-1.500640773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9ie78lio/7d01476b-f292-4a67-8fbb-5d59cff4085c.jpeg Yas Clinic and ADSCC team up to save child with life-threatening Omenn Syndrome Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:31:30.922+04:00 Abu Dhabi doctors save 13-month-old child with rare immune disorder Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-travel-perks-last-chance-for-residents-to-claim-benefits-worth-dh3000-1.500640765 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/14/NAT-191501-SC-Water-slide-1-(Read-Only)_resources1_16a3106f078_large.jpg Water parks in Dubai will reopen to visitors from June 18 at 50 per cent capacity, according to a circular issued by Dubai Tourism. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:30:11.383+04:00 Dubai travel perks: Last chance for residents to claim benefits worth Dh3,000 Tourism, Dubai tourism https://gulfnews.com/sport/18-year-old-rising-golf-star-dies-after-suffering-a-brain-haemorrhage-1.500640758 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/60btly9a/Jessica-Bang.jpg The teenager was an up and coming golfer Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:26:59.669+04:00 18-year-old rising golf star dies after suffering a brain haemorrhage Sport, Golf-in-UAE, UAE Golf, Australia https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-ranks-first-in-middle-east-10th-globally-for-tourist-appeal-1.500640744 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/t8zpk0yj/Dubai Dubai’s 10th-place finish put it ahead of destinations including Tokyo, Yokohama, Singapore, Chicago and Miami, according to the ranking. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:26:38.298+04:00 Dubai ranks first in Middle East, 10th globally for tourist appeal UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-orders-temporary-closure-of-cafe-over-food-safety-violations-1.500640766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/7rf9y6za/lassi.PNG Cafe faces temporary closure as inspectors flag ongoing safety lapses Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:25:41.250+04:00 Abu Dhabi orders temporary closure of cafe over food safety violations UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-orders-navy-to-return-to-an-older-system-of-launching-jets-off-aircraft-carriers-1.500640754 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/x57s79iw/1_16a0837d5a3_1855120_2432003235_16a0837d5a3_original_ratio.jpg A US Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the Mediterranean Sea in a photo released by the US Navy June 3, 2016. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:16:54.671+04:00 Trump tells Navy to ditch advanced jet-launch system Americas, Donald Trump https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-business-council-sharjah-strengthens-pakistanuae-business-ties-1.500640746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/aga5o2dn/SU260814PakistanBusiness-Council-Sharjah.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/2zdl963s/SU260814PakistanBusiness-Council-Sharjah-PIC-2-NEW-NEW.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:13:45.634+04:00 Pakistan Business Council Sharjah strengthens Pakistan–UAE business ties GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-arabia-profit-falls-51-to-dh374m-as-middle-east-conflict-hits-flights-and-fuel-costs-1.500640728 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/65128pdq/Air-arabia Air Arabia's first-half net profit fell 51 per cent to Dh374 million amid regional conflict, reduced flight capacity and higher fuel costs. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:01:26.388+04:00 Air Arabia profit falls 51% to Dh374m as Middle East conflict hits flights and fuel costs Aviation, Travel, Sharjah, Aviation, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-returns-dh119b-to-victims-in-anti-money-laundering-drive-1.500640731 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/pplxzssk/Money-laundering The Dh1.19 billion recovered over the five-year period, it said, reflects the effectiveness of the country’s wider system for combating money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:59:50.978+04:00 UAE returns Dh1.19b to victims in anti-money laundering drive UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-sets-541kg-threshold-for-zakat-on-dates-1.500640682 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/mz1jk38h/Zakat The campaign aims to raise awareness of the rulings governing zakāt on dates and to establish a unified fatwa authority and reference concerning the niṣāb. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:59:12.753+04:00 UAE sets 541kg threshold for zakat on dates UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/generaltecs-eco-friendly-inverter-technology-maximum-energy-efficiency-1.500640732 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/q1scx6ir/SU260814PakistanadvGeneraltecLEAD-PIC.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d8y6bjyq/SU260814PakistanadvGeneraltecSECONDARY-PIC.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:59:04.518+04:00 Generaltec’s eco-friendly inverter technology: Maximum energy efficiency GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-ministry-of-defence-seeks-emirati-recruits-for-land-forces-1.500640723 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/y5z7ylit/UAE-armed-forces Applicants must be UAE nationals aged between 18 and 35 and have completed at least Grade 9, the ministry said. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:58:51.294+04:00 UAE Ministry of Defence seeks Emirati recruits for Land Forces UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/thirty-years-of-legacy-trust-and-excellence-with-bt-properties-1.500640726 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jvk432al/SU260814PakistanadvBT-Properties.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:53:57.533+04:00 Thirty years of legacy trust and excellence with BT Properties GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-phuket-delhi-flight-lost-flight-controls-for-4-seconds-2-1.500640721 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/ru15q1cv/20260804623F.jpg Hydraulic failure triggers brief loss of control, sharp descent on AI2379 Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:53:32.978+04:00 Air India Phuket-Delhi flight lost flight controls for 4 seconds India https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-public-holiday-rabi-al-awwal-crescent-sighted-ahead-of-prophets-birthday-1.500640711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jbv6efsx/Crescent The crescent was photographed from the centre’s Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory after sunset on Thursday, 13 August. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:53:18.803+04:00 UAE public holiday: Rabi Al Awwal crescent sighted ahead of Prophet’s Birthday UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/from-pakistani-roots-to-global-success-the-haq-family-hs-haqsons-group-and-a-legacy-of-impact-1.500640710 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vcxhs2w2/SU260814PakistanadvHSLEADGroup-Directors.jpg The Group Directors https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4lphs20u/SU260814PakistanadvHSSECONDARYA-session-by-Fahad.jpg Fahad Haq, CEO, H&S Real Estate anchors a session Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:47:46.830+04:00 From Pakistani roots to global success: The Haq Family, H&S-Haqsons Group and a legacy of impact GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-parkin-sees-revenue-outlook-change-as-seasonal-cards-gain-popularity-1.500640701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/06/27/20230627-free-parking_188fcc32314_large.jpg Traditional public parking is facing softer growth, while seasonal cards, developer parking and enforcement are becoming increasingly important contributors to the business. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:46:22.267+04:00 Dubai Parkin sees revenue outlook change as seasonal cards gain popularity Markets, Parkin, dubai parking fees, Dubai parking https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khan-is-still-a-superstar-yash-says-kgf-beating-zero-doesnt-make-him-bigger-im-still-his-fan-1.500640693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wtxt43z7/Untitled-design-1.jpg . Despite Zero carrying the star power of Shah Rukh Khan, Anushka Sharma and Katrina Kaif, Yash's Kannada action drama edged past it at the worldwide box office. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:38:06.640+04:00 ‘Shah Rukh Khan is still a superstar’: Yash says KGF beating Zero doesn’t make him bigger, ‘I’m still his fan’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/2-phds-mba-51-year-old-clears-neet-after-34-years-to-fulfil-his-dream-of-becoming-a-doctor-1.500640698 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/nfzo2aw8/SURESH.jpg Suresh Kumar speaks to the media in Tamil Nadu after clearing NEET at the age of 51. He studied late nights after work and used past papers as part of his preparation. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:37:35.395+04:00 2 PhDs, MBA: 51-year-old clears NEET after 34 years to fulfil his dream of becoming a doctor India, viral https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-is-a-land-where-history-heritage-and-creativity-converges-1.500640694 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/am2dcmpd/SU260815PakistanCulture-Badshahi-Mosque-Lahoreshutterstock2628189591.jpg Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:32:40.637+04:00 Pakistan is a land where history, heritage and creativity converges GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/nato-jets-shoot-down-drone-over-eastern-latvian-airspace-defence-ministry-2-1.500640699 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-14/ccyb5thf/newsml_afp_com_20250914T130147Z_doc_74fm4t3.jpeg Alliance intercepts unidentified UAV near Russian border amid rising tensions Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:30:52.021+04:00 NATO jets shoot down drone over eastern Latvian airspace: Defence ministry Americas, Ukraine, Russia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/rahul-gandhi-calls-rss-a-bunch-of-jokers-questions-modi-governments-foreign-policy-1.500640681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/7f391do6/Rahul.jpg Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi addresses a gathering during the Rachnatmak Congress National Convention event, in New Delhi on Thursday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uaqbg9pv/Rahul-2.jpg Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi interacts to the media at the Parliament premises during the ongoing Monsoon Session, in New Delhi on Wednesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:30:18.545+04:00 Rahul Gandhi calls RSS a ‘bunch of jokers’, questions Modi government’s foreign policy India, Narendra Modi https://gulfnews.com/sport/saudi-clubs-continue-their-raid-on-english-football-with-another-signing-1.500640687 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/lorj5mjn/newsml_afp_com_20250626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2222523809.jpeg Saudi Arabia will welcome another Premier League star to their growing Pro League https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/31/sport_18567149603_large.jpg Ronaldo's transfer sparked the Saudi Pro League’s spending era, paving the way for a wave of global stars https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9mz9w8md/newsml_afp_com_20260427T200021Z_doc_a96f2l2.jpeg Over 20 players have signed directly from the Premier League to the Saudi Pro League Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:26:29.505+04:00 Saudi clubs continue their raid on English football with another signing Sport, Football, premier league, Manchester City, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Pro League https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistans-spirit-shines-bright-across-the-uae-1.500640605 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/fdleyehl/78C1CC5C-AB28-4920-BDC6-AF7C431D7DE0-gn-archives.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vdxvu556/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessChampion-GroupShabbir-Merchant.jpg Shabbir Merchant https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/278eyunv/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessHaqsonsHSEmad-Haq.jpeg Emad Haq https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/g9d99n1t/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessGreen-SquareKhawar-Hussain.jpg Khawar Hussain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/l29l3hmj/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessAlif-GroupAsif-Zaman.jpeg Syed Asif Zaman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dydr940g/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessBT-PropertiesAli-Riaz-Malik.jpg Ali Riaz Malik https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1vu3hjq3/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessPakistan-Business-CouncilSyed-Saleem-Akhtar.jpg Syed Saleem Akhtar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ihcfk4a3/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessAhmad-AlagbariAlia-Noor.jpeg Alia Noor https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/7wer9w3a/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessAl-Wahid-Group-Umar-Farooq.jpg Umar Farooq https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dbusmzay/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessManco-EngineeringHafiz-Mudassar.jpg Hafiz Mudassar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/bm5ryk3k/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessVista-MaritimeDr-Zafar-Tahir.jpeg Dr Zafar Tahir Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:23:07.777+04:00 Pakistan’s spirit shines bright across the UAE GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-leaders-congratulate-president-of-pakistan-on-independence-day-3-1.500640617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/b8585y2y/o9q06ayp1ka0s2vpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:16:01.167+04:00 UAE leaders congratulate President of Pakistan on Independence Day Government, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-gaming-authority-signs-deal-with-abu-dhabi-financial-regulator-to-strengthen-oversight-1.500640668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/arlrwfai/ADGM-Abu-Dhabis-International-Financial-Centre.jpg UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) and ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) have signed an MoU to strengthen regulatory cooperation and information sharing. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:11:11.186+04:00 UAE gaming authority signs deal with Abu Dhabi financial regulator to strengthen oversight Markets, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/frozen-3-first-look-and-release-date-wedding-bells-for-anna-and-kristoff-elsa-gets-a-wardrobe-refresh-1.500640655 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4to7b7b2/elsa.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/q0kck39u/blocg.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:02:42.912+04:00 Frozen 3 first look and release date: Wedding Bells for Anna and Kristoff, Elsa gets a wardrobe refresh Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israels-christians-rely-on-faith-and-allies-as-they-fear-rising-harassment-1.500640622 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/3h29mfpk/preview.jpg A Christian pilgrim attends a Mass in the Basilica of the Transfiguration on Mount Tabor, northern Israel, Aug. 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit) Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:49:38.388+04:00 Israel’s Christians rely on faith and allies as they fear rising harassment Israel Christians Jews Catholic nun attack https://gulfnews.com/sport/rory-mcilroys-tough-start-at-fedex-st-jude-championship-1.500640638 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/5hr42g1a/newsml_afp_com_20260813T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290324797.jpeg Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland walks from the seventh tee during the first round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8qml1tmr/newsml_afp_com_20260813T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290330975.jpeg McIlroy found himself in the bunker on the ninth hole https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wu2osxbk/newsml_afp_com_20260813T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290343167.jpeg Tommy Fleetwood of England plays his third shot on the 17th hole during the first round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:44:20.755+04:00 Rory McIlroy’s tough start at FedEx St. Jude Championship Sport, Golf-in-UAE, UAE Golf, Rory McIlroy https://gulfnews.com/world/dream-come-true-colombian-woman-reunited-with-cat-rescued-from-quake-rubble-1.500640619 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/erhg0rnj/newsml_afp_com_20260812T182108Z_doc_c4hk2mk.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5zomm59c/newsml_afp_com_20260813T215642Z_doc_c4lz6nb.jpeg An earthquake victim plays with a dog in front of his damaged residential building three days after a 7.4 earthquake in Pereira, Colombia on August 13, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jwsn7avy/newsml_afp_com_20260813T221716Z_doc_c4lz2ce.jpeg A dog is pictured in a line for food aid three days after a 7.4 earthquake in Pereira, Colombia on August 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:17:43.282+04:00 ‘Dream come true’: Colombian woman reunited with cat rescued from quake rubble World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-traffic-alert-temporary-road-closure-and-diversion-announced-1.500640615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/iq0smtm7/road.PNG Diversion at key Sharjah junction for road upgrade and smoother traffic flow Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:07:36.580+04:00 Sharjah traffic alert: Temporary road closure and diversion announced Transport, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-laptop-backpacks-on-amazonae-2026-five-smart-picks-for-commuting-and-work-1.500633450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-07/a69enk0l/laptopbackpack1-1.png Modern laptop backpacks displayed in a clean, commuter friendly workspace. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:00:00.000+04:00 Best laptop backpacks on Amazon.ae 2026: Five smart picks for commuting and work Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/farage-beats-count-binface-to-win-uk-by-election-officials-2-1.500640604 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/qr5nn3z5/newsml_afp_com_20260508T160516Z_doc_b2au7f2.jpeg Count Binface finishes strong second as joke candidates crowd Clacton ballot Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:58:37.830+04:00 Farage beats Count Binface to win UK by-election: Officials Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-economy-shows-surprising-resilience-amid-middle-east-war-political-unrest-1.500639543 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/v4qaevid/newsml_afp_com_20260710T165029Z_doc_b9vh46w.jpeg Members of the crowd sporting "bald caps" gather in the sunshine ahead of a concert by US rapper and singer Pitbull in Hyde Park, London, on July 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:52:50.195+04:00 UK economy shows surprising resilience amid Middle East war, political unrest Europe, economy https://gulfnews.com/sport/cristiano-ronaldo-back-at-al-nassr-when-will-he-play-1.500640310 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/10/Copy-of-2023-01-03T175702Z_1977722627_UP1EJ131DV0CE_RTRMADP_3_SOCCER-SAUDI-RONALDO-1673336961190_1859aa7b8e6_large.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:49:44.551+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo back at Al Nassr: When will he play? Sport, Saudi, Football, football, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/philippines-to-raise-fuel-prices-petrol-rates-spiking-in-3rd-week-of-august-1.500640566 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/s5owkod6/Fuel-pump-Phil-IMG1228.jpg A scene at a petrol pump in the Philippines. Filipino motorists may face another round of fuel price spikes amid the US-Iran standoff and risks faced by crude oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz. File photo taken on March 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:42:41.939+04:00 Philippines to raise fuel prices: Petrol rates spiking in 3rd week of August Energy, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/tunnel-collapses-at-an-indian-hydropower-project-killing-at-least-7-1.500640586 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uyrz099z/HPp-QNaasAAgte5.jpg Twelve workers pulled out alive as search continues for three still missing Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:36:37.871+04:00 Tunnel collapses at an Indian hydropower project, killing at least 7 India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tyler-duckworth-dies-at-44-the-challenge-stars-death-under-investigation-1.500640555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/u6enlul0/tyler.webp Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:08:00.373+04:00 Tyler Duckworth dies at 44: The Challenge star’s death under investigation Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/us-says-hormuz-oil-flows-higher-than-tracked-1.500640459 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/35k0z0wv/preview.jpg Fishermen work in front of oil tankers south of the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/22zav76s/202608143903301.jpg US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says says Strait of Hormuz oil flows are higher than tracked. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:02:51.685+04:00 US says Hormuz oil flows 'higher than tracked' Energy, Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-standoff-what-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-14-2026-1.500640493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/5m0n76ip/DXB_174e506f8bf_original_ratio.jpg A view of Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world’s busiest international airport since 2014. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:49:52.459+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What residents need to know today (Aug. 14, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-today-from-uae-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flight-cancellations-and-latest-updates-1.500640515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-16/twnqy9b7/20260307324.JPG UAE travellers are advised to check flight status before heading to the airport as airlines continue to adjust selected regional services. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:42:03.913+04:00 Flying today from UAE? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia flight cancellations and latest updates Aviation, Mena, India, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-traffic-update-heavy-congestion-hits-e11-e311-and-dubai-sharjah-roads-1.500640528 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-25/psm7uxyb/gulfnews2025-06-20rsfe6o362006-DXB-SHJ-4.avif Heavy delays on E11, E311 as Dubai-Sharjah commuters face Friday gridlock https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-25/odm8jrem/gulfnews2024-11-160sojt33kNAT190610NAHDATRAFFICJAM8156103251165716b74c9d0aaoriginalratio.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ipbms4mk/traffic.PNG Heavy delays on E11, E311 as Dubai-Sharjah commuters face Friday gridlock Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:32:07.619+04:00 UAE traffic update: Heavy congestion hits E11, E311 and Dubai-Sharjah roads UAE, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-uae-bilateral-trade-remains-strong-resilient-1.500640450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/k7djte7r/SU260814PakistanBilateral-TradeLEAD-shutterstock2614530329.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/n1ayif7e/SU260814PakistanBilateral-TradeALLAD.jpg Ali Zeb Khan, Trade and Investment Counsellor, Pakistan Consulate Dubai Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:23:37.576+04:00 Pakistan-UAE bilateral trade remains strong, resilient GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/punjab-powers-ahead-with-ambitious-welfare-push-1.500640462 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8yrvteg9/SU260814PakistanPunjab-Progress-SECONDARY.jpg Punjab Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz Sharif takes a ride on the Super Autonomous Rapid Transit (SART) or trackless electric tram, Pakistan’s first urban electric train, in Lahore Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:21:33.045+04:00 Punjab powers ahead with ambitious welfare push GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-posts-fastest-economic-growth-in-four-years-as-reforms-drive-recovery-1.500640501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0zre7hwa/SU260814PakistanEconomic-Outlook-shutterstock2606810729.jpg A night view of the bustling business district in Karachi Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:13:48.559+04:00 Pakistan posts fastest economic growth in four years as reforms drive recovery GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/from-1977-to-today-asghar-furnitures-role-in-shaping-modern-uae-living-1.500637030 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6wvvxe60/GFEttihadImageLead-image1110x625.jpg-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/42xk6rco/SofaDigital1200x900.jpg-body-image2.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:00:00.000+04:00 From 1977 to today: Asghar Furniture’s role in shaping modern UAE living UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/twices-chaeyoung-and-ziont-breakup-rumours-denied-by-agencies-they-are-continuing-their-beautiful-relationship-1.500640490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8w44alrs/chaeyoung.webp In their own words, the two are "continuing their beautiful relationship with positive feelings toward each other." Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:50:31.283+04:00 TWICE’s Chaeyoung and Zion.T breakup rumours denied by agencies: ‘They are continuing their beautiful relationship’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/after-anupama-parameswarans-narcissistic-abuse-claims-dhruv-vikram-breaks-silence-as-speculation-grows-1.500640479 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/eftdc4rg/hdurv.avif Speculation surrounding Dhruv and Anupama began while they were filming Bison Kaalamaadan in 2025. Their appearances together subsequently fuelled further interest from fans. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:34:16.436+04:00 After Anupama Parameswaran’s ‘narcissistic abuse’ claims, Dhruv Vikram breaks silence as speculation grows Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/sickness-is-not-suffering-it-is-a-sign-for-healing-1.500639960 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/y3vaz1vv/FRI260814Ask-the-ExpertsDr-Ludmila.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:29:00.000+04:00 Sickness is not suffering, it is a sign for healing Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/indefinite-iran-blockade-why-it-changes-the-equation-as-hormuz-crisis-deepens-oil-supply-gap-widens-1.500640464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/kh2bw139/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-11.05.54-AM.png US forces are enforcing 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. A US fighter jet gets refuelled mid-air. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/afrtbk2d/US-naval-blockade.jpeg US Central Command (CentCom) forces are currently blockading maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has said 8 million to 9 million barrels of oil are moving through the Strait of Hormuz each day, disputing estimates that suggested traffic through the vital waterway had fallen sharply during the conflict with Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/iywrtmdq/hormuz28_1782653013744.jpg Commercial tracking company Kpler had estimated that more than 100 vessels crossed the strait daily before the US-Iran conflict. It recorded 14 crossings on Monday (Aug. 10, 2026) and the same number on Tuesday (Aug. 11, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:19:38.846+04:00 ‘Indefinite’ Iran blockade: Why it changes the equation as Hormuz crisis deepens, oil supply gap widens Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/is-disney-killing-happy-endings-camp-rock-3-joins-wizards-beyond-waverly-place-in-the-heartbreak-hall-of-fame-1.500640453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rvvala8a/camprock3.webp Demi Lovato in Camp Rock 3 Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:16:10.946+04:00 Is Disney killing happy endings? Camp Rock 3 joins Wizards Beyond Waverly Place in the heartbreak hall of fame Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/ai-in-schools-brings-back-pen-and-paper-1.500639667 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jooedkin/FRI260814Pen-and-paper2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/s2yx8p4m/FRI260814Pen-and-paper1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:10:00.000+04:00 AI in schools brings back pen and paper Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/how-onam-pookalam-flowers-support-keralas-seasonal-economy-1.500639752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/g4o79s9m/FRI260814Onam1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/9qp3dlsk/FRI260814Onam2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dtodmsxe/FRI260814Onam3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:10:00.000+04:00 How Onam Pookalam flowers support Kerala’s seasonal economy Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/school-memories-from-a-strict-convent-childhood-1.500639771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/iv87xrjq/FRI260814Just-a-Thought.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:10:00.000+04:00 School memories from a strict convent childhood Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/food/chef-bobby-sutanto-brings-indonesian-cuisine-to-dubai-1.500639594 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tl8gq57o/FRI260814FoodChef-Bobby-SutantoDishes.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/vfzx6uir/FRI_260814_Food_Chef_Bobby_Sutanto.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/65bamkqp/FRI260814FoodChef-Bobby-Sutanto2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:08:00.000+04:00 Chef Bobby Sutanto Brings Indonesian Cuisine to Dubai Friday-Food, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/travel/five-days-in-bangkok-and-khao-yai-1.500639575 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/gyqnxwi5/FRI260814TravelThailandGrand-PalaceLEAD.jpg Bangkok’s magnificent Grand Palace complex https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/emhomnmz/FRI260814TravelThailandGolden-Buddha.jpg A giant golden Buddha overlooking Bangkok’s canals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/420yrxgy/FRI260814TravelThailandHaew-Suwat-Waterfall.jpg Haew Suwat Waterfall in Khao Yai National Park https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/mlsmjnmb/Postcards.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:08:00.000+04:00 Five days in Bangkok and Khao Yai Friday-Travel, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/art-people/eight-year-old-sultan-alwahshi-publishes-debut-space-adventure-1.500639616 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ubpkan4v/FRI260814Cover-Sultan-AlWahshi1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/yknt5ca6/FRI260814Cover-Sultan-AlWahshi6.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0a7dsfr1/FRI260814Cover-Sultan-AlWahshi4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:00:00.000+04:00 Eight-year-old Sultan AlWahshi publishes debut space adventure Friday-Art-People, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/netflixs-conversations-with-a-killer-review-the-charles-manson-tapes-sits-with-the-horror-and-asks-why-1.500640232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0m4128o5/manson.jpeg The story of Charles Manson and his cult is, to put it in safe terms, a deeply unsettling, uncomfortable one, owing to the sheer horror of the violence, fear and paranoia that his murders created in America in the 1960s Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:00:00.000+04:00 Netflix's Conversations with a Killer review: The Charles Manson Tapes recounts the making of a monster Entertainment, World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-standoff-escalates-as-us-redirects-more-ships-1.500639232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/c9o1rb00/25.jpg Vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz, off the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ny93cy83/preview.jpg Dark oil residue collects in shallow coastal waters on Qeshm Island, Iran, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, amid ongoing wartime attacks on vessels and infrastructure in and around the Strait of Hormuz, though the spill's source has not been independently determined.(Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:56:45.206+04:00 Houthis claim drone attack on Saudi Aramco refinery, US unveils drone task force Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/2150-patients-benefit-from-uae-organ-transplants-1.500640449 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dlc99nbm/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.46.42-AM.png Abu Dhabi’s integrated organ transplantation ecosystem has made possible 2,150 organ transplants for patients in the UAE since the launch of the national “Hayat” organ and tissue donation programme in 2017, through June 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/6blpm1pd/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.46.32-AM.png Dr Rashed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, said they remain committed to strengthening Abu Dhabi’s integrated organ transplantation ecosystem by providing the highest levels of care. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:51:59.283+04:00 2,150 lives transformed: UAE organ transplants give patients a new lease on life UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-hussain-muhammed-consul-general-of-pakistan-to-dubai-and-the-northern-emirates-1.500640443 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/2jjmjcnd/SU260814PakistanConsul-General-Message-NEW-NEW.jpg Hussain Muhammed, Consul General of Pakistan to Dubai and the Northern Emirates Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:33:18.473+04:00 Message from Hussain Muhammed, Consul General of Pakistan to Dubai and the Northern Emirates GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-back-to-school-checklist-the-vaccines-parents-should-check-now-1.500640436 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/24/Copy-of-957801-01-02-1713966793047_18f1061c165_large.jpg A schoolgirl receives a vaccine at a school. Photo for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/do52aoxw/Dr.Shereena-Photo-.JPG.jpeg Dr. Shereena Khamis Al Mazrouei, department manager of health promotion and public health programme at Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8nbsgsx5/Dr-Vishrut-Singh-Specialist-Paediatrics-Aster-Clinic-Bur-Dubai-AJMC.png Dr. Vishrut Singh, specialist paediatrics at Aster Clinic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1j12y652/Dr.-Riham-Ismail.jpeg Dr. Riham Ismail, specialist paediatrics at Medcare Women and Children Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/33359d8r/Dr.-Puneet-Wadhwa.jpeg Dr. Puneet Wadhwa, consultant paediatrician at Prime Hospital Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:25:41.126+04:00 UAE back-to-school checklist: The vaccines parents should check now Health, Education, Parenting-Child-Health, UAE, UAE, Education, Health, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-shafqat-ali-khan-ambassador-of-pakistan-to-the-uae-on-the-occasion-of-the-independence-day-of-pakistan-1.500640438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/2nm5p1a7/SU260814PakistanAmbassador-Message-NEW-NEW.jpeg Shafqat Ali Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the UAE Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:18:36.426+04:00 Message from Shafqat Ali Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the UAE, on the occasion of the Independence Day of Pakistan GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-faces-fraud-allegations-over-mental-health-startup-1.500640439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/dcd7cnfb/newsml_afp_com_20260506T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274895868.jpeg Lawsuit claims Gomez, co-founders misled backers on valuation, deals and app launch Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:17:24.072+04:00 Selena Gomez faces fraud allegations over mental health startup HollyWood, hollywood, crime, Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/100-shooting-stars-perseids-peak-watch-night-at-mleiha-national-park-uae-1.500640426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9ebakl2u/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-14-at-10.29.34-AM.jpeg Star‑trail composition from the event, featuring meteors within the frame. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/fz64wf0r/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_13_at_10_46_44_PM.jpeg A streak of the annual Perseid meteor shower as seen from Mleiha National Park in Sharjah, UAE, which has served as a prime desert viewing location for the annual meteor shower, which peaked overnight on August 12–13, 2026. Organised night events at the park featured guided stargasing, telescope viewings, and desert dinner buffets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zihzbexc/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.17.07-AM.png Photo of an airplane cruising across the sky. Up to 100 shooting stars an hour lit up the UAE skies during the Perseids peak, as seen from Mleiha National Park. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/fz64wf0r/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_13_at_10_46_44_PM.jpeg A streak of the annual Perseid meteor shower, which peaked overnight on August 12–13, 2026, observed in an event hosted by Dubai Astronomy Group. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1e46g1my/IMG_0834.HEIC Residents observed and took photos of Saturn from telescopes at the event. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/yxh93qq8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-14-at-10.29.35-AM.jpeg A Perseids meteor streaking across the sky with Mleiha’s mountain in the backdrop. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/qokr529q/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.16.59-AM.png Guests at the Mleiha National Park's annual Perseids night. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:13:50.423+04:00 100 shooting stars an hour? Perseids peak lights up UAE skies — best watch night at Mleiha National Park UAE, Science https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/when-does-suhail-star-appear-uae-1.500640349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/24/Suhail-star_19185e8093c_large.jpg Historically, the appearance of Suhail, visible for 52 days, has been a crucial event across the Arabian Peninsula. It signifies a shift in the season (picture used for illustrative purposes). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/16/Suhail-star-also-known-as-Canopus._189fe907d9a_large.jpg Suhail star also known as Canopus. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/a85gsf5d/Hot-weather While the appearance of Suhail signals a gradual shift away from peak summer heat, temperatures can remain high after the star becomes visible. The change is gradual, with a slight drop in temperatures and increased humidity as the season progresses. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:00:00.000+04:00 Suhail star UAE: When it will appear and what it means for the weather Weather, UAE weather, Summer https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-temperatures-to-hit-49c-as-rain-chances-increase-1.500640433 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/kna0h4aj/Weather Conditions on Friday will be fair to partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times towards the north and east. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:58:03.311+04:00 UAE temperatures to hit 49°C as rain chances increase Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-muhammad-shehbaz-sharif-prime-minister-of-pakistan-on-the-occasion-of-pakistan-independence-day-celebrations-1.500640434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/btm2fj02/Shahbaz-sharif.jpeg Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:53:57.491+04:00 Message from Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan on the occasion of Pakistan Independence Day celebrations GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-asif-ali-zardari-president-of-pakistan-on-the-nations-79th-anniversary-of-independence-1.500640422 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8u7b8cb1/SU260814PakistanMessagePresident-of-Pakistan-Asif-Ali-Zardari.jpg Asif Ali Zardari, President of Pakistan Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:36:53.161+04:00 Message from Asif Ali Zardari, President of Pakistan on the nation's 79th anniversary of independence GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/washington-accuses-china-of-building-a-global-tariff-evasion-network-via-transshipment-1.500640406 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/wc99bsf6/newsml_afp_com_20260304T100844Z_doc_99vj7nr.jpeg Containers of China Shipping and Cosco shipping companies are stacked at a transshipment station in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, on April 15, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-12/gxto81au/newsml_afp_com_20260412T043645Z_doc_a7hj2xg.jpeg Containers are seen on the US container ship “President Reagan” moored at the port of Los Angeles, on April 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:25:06.008+04:00 Washington accuses China of building a global tariff-evasion network via 'transshipment' Americas, Markets https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/young-people-want-to-create-contribute-and-be-heard-1.500640036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/10/Young-people-on-stars-Buro-Millennial-Pexels.com_183c1e766b8_large.jpg Young people do not want a future designed for them. They want a hand in designing it. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/6sphktpj/Marwa_Al_Aqroubi__Executive_Director.jpg Marwa Al Aqroubi Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:16:00.000+04:00 Young people want to create, contribute and be heard Op-Eds, Future-Now https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/back-to-school-which-uae-banks-let-parents-pay-fees-in-instalments-1.500640244 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/ghgyvxbd/1_16a0850bfcd_2278521_3001760048_16a0850bfcd_original_ratio.jpg Most schools allow parents to pay fees by card without the transaction charges. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:05:00.000+04:00 Back to school: Which UAE banks let parents pay fees in instalments? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Banking, Living-Banking, Education, Living-Education, Dubai school fees, UAE schools, Dubai school calendar, Dubai private schools, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-we-need-fewer-experts-and-more-wise-people-1.500637153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/9p48zufv/vitaly-gariev-w7rKpNn53t4-unsplash.jpg In a world full of experts, the rarest skill is not more knowledge — but clearer thinking. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T04:58:00.000+04:00 Why we need fewer experts and more wise people Op-Eds https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-doctors-warn-of-rat-fever-risks-during-travel-after-indian-expat-dies-of-leptospirosis-in-kerala-1.500640319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/k0f9qa1z/Teejo-George One of the last photos of Teejo George, taken at the 30th-year reunion of his college mates during his last vacation in Kerala. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/n9ooyj0j/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-14-at-12.10.43-AM-1.jpeg Dr Bashirat L. Giwa and Dr Deepak Damodaran Gulf News en 2026-08-14T04:30:00.000+04:00 UAE doctors warn of ‘rat fever’ risks during travel after Indian expat dies of leptospirosis in Kerala UAE, Health, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-targeting-of-two-adnoc-vessels-while-transiting-strait-of-hormuz-1.500640347 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-23/z7qwf8r1/UAE-FLAG MoFA blasts use of Strait of Hormuz as tool of economic coercion and blackmail Gulf News en 2026-08-14T03:17:10.162+04:00 UAE strongly condemns targeting of two ADNOC vessels while transiting Strait of Hormuz UAE, Energy, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/two-adnoc-vessels-attacked-in-strait-of-hormuz-no-injuries-1.500640338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/xlek2vk8/newsml_afp_com_20260627T162612Z_doc_b8j44zq.jpeg UAE condemns Iranian attack on ADNOC ships as violation of UN resolution 2817 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/fsx64h2s/Hormuz.jpg A man sits on a surfboard as a container ship and other commercial vessels appear anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, in Iran. For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T03:06:24.432+04:00 Two ADNOC vessels attacked in Strait of Hormuz; no injuries UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-sends-uss-george-washington-to-middle-east-as-9-month-uss-lincoln-deployment-sparks-crew-welfare-crisis-1.500640378 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-27/wo2xz3hf/Trop-view-USS-Abraham-Lincoln.png A top view showing an array of aircraft on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during deployment en route to the Middle East. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-28/w8g5oufe/newsml_afp_com_20251028T075606Z_doc_828k266.jpeg Marine One (L), with US President Donald Trump and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on board, lands on board the US Navy's USS George Washington aircraft carrier at the US naval base in Yokosuka on October 28, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T02:55:58.825+04:00 US sends USS George Washington to Middle East as 9-month USS Lincoln deployment sparks crew-welfare crisis Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-announces-tariffs-of-up-to-100-on-imported-drones-1.500640363 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/0kah49gq/newsml_afp_com_20260520T145215Z_doc_b3gw7ke.jpeg People enjoy a drone show at the Sea World Culture and Arts Center (SWCAC) in Shenzhen, southern China's Guangdong province on May 20, 2026, on the eve of Drone World Congress (DWC). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/hfps3j9j/newsml_afp_com_20260521T054332Z_doc_b3jy2kh.jpeg Visitors are seen at the DJI stand during the Drone World Congress (DWC) in Shenzhen on May 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/hfps3j9j/newsml_afp_com_20260521T054332Z_doc_b3jy2kh.jpeg Visitors are seen at the DJI stand during the Drone World Congress (DWC) in Shenzhen on May 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T02:40:45.329+04:00 Trump announces tariffs of up to 100% on imported drones Americas, Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/friday-sermon-august-14-2026-our-youth-aspiration-and-values-1.500640358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/12/01/191201-grand-mosque_16ec1763a69_large.jpg Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque [File image used for illustrative purposes only] Gulf News en 2026-08-14T01:53:45.745+04:00 Friday sermon, August 14, 2026: Our youth — aspiration and values UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/novak-djokovic-trains-hard-as-he-returns-to-cincinnati-after-three-years-1.500640322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-06/6piasv16/newsml_afp_com_20250330T000000Z_PH_GTY_2208823979.jpeg Novak Djokovic of Serbia returns a shot to Jakub Mensik of the Czech Republic during the men's singles final of the Miami Open Presented by Itau at Hard Rock Stadium on March 30, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T00:07:20.642+04:00 Novak Djokovic trains hard as he returns to Cincinnati after three years Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/aryna-sabalenka-makes-history-as-first-belarusian-to-grace-time-cover-1.500640313 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/lqcqg1gi/newsml_afp_com_20260808T000000Z_PH_GTY_2289660773.jpeg Aryna Sabalenka returns a shot to Ekaterina Alexandrova during day seven of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 08, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T23:44:51.942+04:00 Aryna Sabalenka makes history as first Belarusian to grace Time cover Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/c1pp8oq-dubai-humanitarian-facilitates-new-air-bridge-1.500640297 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/12n5oagz/27.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xa3jsj8l/28.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T23:17:23.489+04:00 Dubai Humanitarian facilitates new air bridge to deliver critical WHO medical supplies to Gaza Mena, Dubai, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/three-killed-11-injured-after-gas-cylinder-explosion-at-egypt-mall-1.500640288 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/2xt61txs/2026813202325471.webp Emergency services were called to the mall in the Tagamoa area following reports of a fire inside the restaurant. Fire engines and ambulances were dispatched to the scene and the blaze was brought under control, while the mall was evacuated as a precaution. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T23:01:00.620+04:00 Three killed, 17 injured after gas cylinder explosion at Egypt mall Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-defence-minister-calls-iraq-cherished-neighbour-after-strikes-1.500640250 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/yritkv1j/HPnmiIXAAAFHkN.jpg Defense Minister meets Iraqi Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief's Office Director. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:57:16.822+04:00 Saudi defence minister calls Iraq 'cherished neighbour' after strikes Saudi, Iraq, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/adnocs-xrg-enters-venezuela-with-stake-in-major-offshore-gas-licence-1.500640296 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/11/12/ADNOC_16e60613b72_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:52:47.536+04:00 Adnoc's XRG enters Venezuela with stake in major offshore gas licence Energy, Markets, Abu Dhabi, oil https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-military-launches-first-ever-multinational-attack-drone-task-force-1.500640247 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/syxhi1pv/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-13-at-10.18.06-PM.jpeg New Task Force Falcon Strike to unite allies in multi-domain drone warfare https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/cajv3a7u/HPm-D6WWAAAX2QV.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:21:19.610+04:00 US military launches first-ever multinational attack drone task force Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/explosion-rocks-ammunition-factory-near-rome-1.500640017 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/b5eo0ucp/26.jpg Smoke rising at an ammunition factory near Colleferro a town about 40 kilometres southeast of Rome. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:17:24.159+04:00 Explosion rocks ammunition factory near Rome Europe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/karoline-leavitts-paradox-admiring-trumps-gen-z-press-secretarys-sass-while-questioning-her-politics-1.500640202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-21/of3vpcy6/newsml_afp_com_20250221T000000Z_PH_GTY_2201084390.jpeg White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/xsevmo85/newsml_afp_com_20260812T201112Z_doc_c4hz49e.jpeg White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on September 9, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fivxywyc/ANI_20260812211608.jpg US President Trump with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt (Photo/X/@karolineleavitt) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jv3duh6n/newsml_afp_com_20260812T200205Z_doc_c4hw6g7.jpeg White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on March 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:58:39.990+04:00 Karoline Leavitt’s paradox: Admiring Trump’s Gen-Z press secretary’s sass while questioning her politics Opinion, Americas, America, Donalad Trump https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/train-derails-near-lewes-in-southeast-england-no-serious-injuries-1.500640153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/owyh4120/HPna2rRXQAAzqjv.jpg Two people sustained "serious injuries" and nine more were hurt as a busy commuter train from London derailed on Thursday near the southeast English town of Lewes, emergency services said. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:28:51.958+04:00 Two seriously injured as train derails in southeast England Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-egypt-conveys-condolences-over-victims-of-ismailia-road-accident-1.500640142 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/ulvbrpoy/UAE-flag.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:23:33.847+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Egypt, conveys condolences over victims of Ismailia road accident Government https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/c1pp8g5-arab-league-condemns-israeli-escalation-palestine-1.500640095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zg6pkjgi/bj00696i1ka1ht4po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:09:02.253+04:00 Arab League condemns Israeli escalation in Palestine, Lebanon Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/under-uae-presidents-directives-uae-allocates-10-mn-to-provide-relief-to-quake-victims-in-colombia-1.500640137 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-13/5n0ov3ki/UAEflag.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T20:38:51.452+04:00 Under UAE President's directives, UAE allocates $10 mn to provide relief to quake victims in Colombia Government https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/fire-engulfs-tourist-boat-off-turkey-forcing-115-passengers-and-crew-to-evacuate-1.500640167 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/d9oookqd/Fire-engulf-ferry-in-Turkey.webp Turkey’s maritime authorities said all 115 passengers and crew were safely evacuated to shore, with the coastguard carrying out most of the rescue operation. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T20:24:11.374+04:00 Fire engulfs tourist boat off Turkey, forcing 115 passengers and crew to evacuate Mena, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/gua-sha-and-face-rollers-separating-fact-from-hype-1.500632314 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/872l729z/facerollers-1.png Jade gua sha tools and rose quartz face rollers arranged on a ceramic plate with soft towels and botanical accents Gulf News en 2026-08-13T20:00:00.000+04:00 Gua sha and face rollers, separating fact from hype Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/one-dead-in-rotterdam-port-refinery-blast-1.500640089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e25wob91/24.jpg Police officers walk to a refinery and fuel terminal run by Gunvor Energy after an explosion at the Dutch port of Rotterdam which killed at least one person and injured several others according to police, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:27:24.356+04:00 One dead in Rotterdam port refinery blast Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/new-accredited-music-degree-in-dubai-offers-dh50000-scholarships-1.500640085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/k69qvnf8/Untitled-design-80.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:25:21.748+04:00 New accredited music degree in Dubai offers Dh50,000 scholarships Education https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-to-cristiano-ronaldo-and-georgina-rodríguez-how-about-a-honeymoon-in-gods-own-country-1.500640068 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/oo2bb2k9/Romantic-walks-in-Munnar-splashing-through-Kovalam-beach-date-nights-at-Varkala—sounds-like-a-.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:19:52.055+04:00 Kerala to Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez: How about a honeymoon in God's Own Country? India, Sport https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/how-to-pay-dubai-traffic-fines-in-instalments-1.500629105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/hvbim3hf/NAT_Dubai_traffic_1753b6325be_original_ratio.jpg Dubai Police allows eligible motorists to split traffic fine payments into instalments over three, six or 12 months Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:19:15.803+04:00 How to pay Dubai traffic fines in instalments: Eligibility, banks and application process Living-Transport, Transport, Ask Gulf News, traffic fines, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-drains-oil-cushion-will-consumers-be-hit-again-1.500640084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/lird35pr/Hormuz.jpg Iranian women walk along the seashore, as vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz off the port city of Bandar Abbas, in southern Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:15:34.037+04:00 Hormuz standoff drains oil cushion. Will consumers be hit again? Mena, Gulf, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-jails-arab-woman-for-social-media-content-violating-public-morals-1.500639956 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/acca7fhy/Shutterstock.avif An Arab woman has been sentenced to one year in prison for social media content violating public morals. She will be deported after serving her term. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:59:44.376+04:00 Oman jails Arab woman for social media content violating public morals Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/riyadh-season-named-official-sponsor-of-2027-spanish-super-cup-in-istanbul-1.500639910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/cv9auqzr/HPmglw6XIAA69dx.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:56:50.525+04:00 Riyadh Season named official sponsor of 2027 Spanish Super Cup in Istanbul Saudi, Football, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-august-13-2026-1.500639978 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/syrxi39d/HKynk6WYAI4BHX.jpg President Donald Trump declared the US now has “total control” of the waterway, calling Washington’s naval blockade a “wall of steel” that Iran “cannot challenge.” Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:13:58.954+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know tonight (August 13, 2026) Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-thunderstorms-hit-sharjah-as-temperatures-soar-to-509c-1.500639936 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-25/dn5bbk14/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-25-at-2.14.58-PM-2.jpeg Heavy rain on Sharjah’s Maleha Road; motorists urged to stay cautious Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:35:13.512+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain, thunderstorms hit Sharjah as temperatures soar to 50.9°C Weather https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/priyanka-chopra-unveils-empress-biography-on-sridevis-birth-anniversary-honoring-the-pan-indian-icons-enduring-legacy-1.500639955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pzpt1pj0/EMPRESS.jpg Priyanka Chopra unveils first look of Sridevi biography 'Empress' on her birth anniversary https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/02/23/Sridevi_8_resources1_16a4a167b15_large.jpg Sridevi Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:32:56.442+04:00 Priyanka Chopra unveils ‘Empress’ biography on Sridevi’s birth anniversary, honoring the pan-Indian icon’s enduring legacy Entertainment, BollyWood, India, Books, bollywood, Bollywood icons https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-multiple-crashes-cause-delays-on-dubai-sharjah-routes-1.500639935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/trrl2dvg/gulfnewsimport2010511116a081f8e61.625413177994362116a081f8e61large.avif For illustrative purposes only. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/faloq27q/traffic.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:20:45.789+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Multiple crashes cause delays on Dubai-Sharjah routes Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/airev-and-qualcomm-to-advance-autonomous-ai-across-enterprise-and-government-environments-1.500639938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/l3w1jkqc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-12-at-21.42.59-1-1.jpeg His Excellency Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi (centre), UAE Minister of Foreign Trade and Chairman of AIREV, observes the MoU signing between AIREV and Qualcomm Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:19:02.860+04:00 AIREV and Qualcomm to advance autonomous AI across enterprise and government environments Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-turns-tricolour-as-har-ghar-tiranga-celebrations-begin-1.500639917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/rye91ztg/newsml_afp_com_20260812T151839Z_doc_c4gv377.jpeg Police personnel take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f6lr1ofh/newsml_afp_com_20260812T151839Z_doc_c4gv373.jpeg School students take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/8v2etrnq/newsml_afp_com_20260810T130443Z_doc_c4bj4bl.jpeg People wave national flags during the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally in Mumbai on August 10, 2026 to celebrate country's upcoming 80th Independence Day on August 15. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n5xuioli/newsml_afp_com_20260812T152550Z_doc_c4gv36q.jpeg School students and staff members take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/0vrbjhpz/202608093897794.jpg JP Nadda joins Tiranga Yatra in Jaipur; pays tribute to martyrs, freedom fighters https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5uiu0za9/Copy-of-20260812144L.jpg Children participate in a Tiranga Yatra at India Gate, in New Delhi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/iem0z2f4/pic-2.jpg People participate in the Mega Tiranga Rally ahead of Independence Day, in Anantnag. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/y2cbaimv/pic-3.jpg People carry a huge tricolored flag as they participate in Tiranga Yatra, or the tricolor procession, ahead of Independence Day, in Ahmedabad, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ak2fmrbg/pic-4.jpg School students hold national flags during "Abhinav Bharat Yatra Vande Mataram" as part of 'Tiranga Yatra', in Ahmedabad https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/9yvfc88r/pic-5.jpg People take part in a Tiranga Boat Rally ahead of the Independence Day celebrations at the Upper Lake, in Bhopal . https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/v6ewaw8a/pic-6.jpg National Cadet Corps (NCC) Cadets, Maharashtra Directorate, participate in the 'Har Ghar Tiranga rally' campaign at Azad Maidan, in Mumbai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zaammfor/pic-7.jpg A student holds a cutout of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi during a procession called Tiranga Yatra as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga celebrations held before Independence Day on Aug. 15, in Gandhinagar, India, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/058ryq06/pic-8.jpg Girls dressed in traditional attire take a group selfie while participating in the 'Tiranga Yatra' as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign ahead of Independence Day at Gandhi Maidan, in Patna. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:15:21.453+04:00 India turns tricolour as ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ celebrations begin India https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-students-can-meet-global-universities-at-education-expo-1.500639923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/hy51rr0r/edu.jpg The education expo in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will feature universities from Europe and other emerging study destinations. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:07:35.660+04:00 UAE students can meet global universities at education expo Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-names-first-lunar-rover-jinnah-1-set-to-explore-moon-s-south-pole-in-2029-1.500639906 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dsaf3hq0/rover1.gif Tayyab Karim, a 17-year-old from Bahawalnagar, was named as the winner for proposing the name ‘Jinnah-1’ for Pakistan’s first lunar rover. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:05:44.413+04:00 Pakistan names first lunar rover ‘Jinnah-1’, set to explore Moon’s south pole in 2029 Pakistan, Pakistan, Space https://gulfnews.com/uae/new-commercial-fraud-regulations-come-into-force-in-the-uae-today-1.500639896 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/08y6vopj/IMG6454.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ob20ywqw/IMG6452.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:50:41.574+04:00 New commercial fraud regulations come into force in the UAE today UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-arrests-woman-for-running-illegal-home-clinic-1.500639885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/qie6l68n/iStockphoto.avif A woman was arrested by Kuwaiti forces for illegally treating patients from her home, issuing sick leave certificates and selling herbal mixtures in return for money. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:47:40.115+04:00 Kuwait arrests woman for running illegal home clinic Kuwait, Kuwait