https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-rejects-new-ceasefire-demands-permanent-end-to-conflict-as-hormuz-standoff-drives-oil-prices-higher-1.500645158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/p3im2ja7/newsml_afp_com_20260408T104903Z_doc_a73l8ew.jpeg Vehicles drive past a large billboard reading "The Strait of Hormuz remains closed" as people gather in Tehran's Revolution Square after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, on April 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T03:13:08.046+04:00 Iran rejects new ceasefire, demands permanent end to conflict as Hormuz standoff drives oil prices higher Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/middle-east-war-iran-threatens-escalation-as-hormuz-crisis-deepens-1.500644222 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/i61wjq62/gulfnews2026-08-09ge403fpkHormuz.avif Missiles, ship attacks and gas woes expose widening fallout of US–Iran war https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/b05okexx/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T02:56:57.100+04:00 US–Iran tension escalates: Trump says no talks planned; UAE detects Iranian missiles US Iran conflict https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-blames-turkey-after-strike-on-syria-air-base-1.500644501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-28/5f5ufpo4/Israeli-Prime-Minister-Benjamin-Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T02:32:41.626+04:00 Israel blames Turkey after strike on Syria air base Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/chinas-largest-oil-shippers-abandon-hormuz-bab-al-mandab-as-middle-east-conflict-deepens-1.500645036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/6brugqxz/newsml_afp_com_20260625T072905Z_doc_b89a7xm.jpeg This aerial photo shows a tanker unloading imported crude oil at a terminal port in Qingdao, in China’s eastern Shandong province on June 25, 2026. Instead of risking the chokepoints, two state-owned shipping companies are now loading oil through ship-to-ship transfers at safer locations outside the Arabian Gulf. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T02:27:47.774+04:00 China’s largest oil shippers abandon Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab as Middle East conflict deepens Mena, Asia, Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-israeli-raids-on-syrian-military-airbase-1.500645136 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/eyk3rxe0/new.PNG UAE reaffirms support for Syria’s stability, territorial integrity and peaceful coexistence Gulf News en 2026-08-19T01:11:13.320+04:00 UAE strongly condemns Israeli raids on Syrian military airbase UAE, UAE, Israel, Syria, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-suspends-all-trade-and-financial-transactions-with-iran-until-further-notice-1.500645127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/m2wulvco/new.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-19T00:23:54.350+04:00 UAE suspends all trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice UAE, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-detects-two-missiles-from-iran-halts-trade-and-financial-transactions-what-residents-need-to-know-1.500645126 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/zhuvi9fr/UAEflag Residents told to follow official updates after Iran missiles detected off UAE coast Gulf News en 2026-08-19T00:18:50.530+04:00 UAE detects two missiles from Iran, halts trade and financial transactions: What residents need to know UAE, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-defence-ministry-iranian-ballistic-missiles-targeting-maritime-navigation-fall-into-sea-no-land-impact-1.500645121 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/iffru2zj/UAEflag UAE on high alert after Iranian missiles hit waters, urges reliance on official news https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/m2u49sd3/UAEflag Gulf News en 2026-08-18T23:37:39.428+04:00 UAE Defence Ministry: Iranian missiles targeted maritime navigation, fell into sea; no land impact UAE, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-sanctions-icc-chief-tomoko-akane-of-japan-2-1.500645118 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/9chntl7z/newsml_afp_com_20260818T174239Z_doc_c4xz4we.jpeg Japanese Judge Tomoko Akane, President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), delivers a speech during a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on June 14, 2024. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T23:27:08.681+04:00 US sanctions ICC chief Tomoko Akane of Japan Americas, Japan, America https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shahid-afridi-reunites-with-missing-pet-dog-after-emotional-search-1.500645115 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/d287j8ix/Afridi.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T23:22:50.536+04:00 Shahid Afridi reunites with missing pet dog after emotional search Cricket, Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bollywood-actor-kartik-aaryan-injured-on-kabir-khan-film-set-to-undergo-knee-surgery-1.500645107 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/a01ln0sb/ANI_20260730154710.jpg The actor suffered a serious knee injury while shooting an action sequence and is expected to take a short break to recover. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T23:09:51.618+04:00 Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan injured on Kabir Khan film set, to undergo knee surgery BollyWood, bollywood, movies https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/espn-founder-bill-rasmussen-dies-at-93-from-parkinsons-disease-1.500645100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/96v8qll2/HQA2sKXEAALAqk.jpg ESPN visionary who revolutionized 24-hour sports coverage remembered at 93 Gulf News en 2026-08-18T22:48:35.096+04:00 ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93 from Parkinson’s disease Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/womens-hockey-world-cup-india-in-a-strong-position-to-qualify-for-second-round-1.500645101 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/edbjer6d/202608183909548.jpg Unbeaten India storm past South Africa 6-1 to register first win of FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026 at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T22:48:32.616+04:00 Women’s hockey World Cup: India in a strong position to qualify for second round Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-uae-defence-showcases-readiness-to-safeguard-national-sovereignty-1.500645095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/votzgso3/44.PNG UAE defence releases new video highlighting air defence readiness Gulf News en 2026-08-18T22:39:49.474+04:00 Watch: UAE defence showcases readiness to safeguard national sovereignty UAE, UAE, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-launches-healthy-horizons-to-support-preventive-care-for-emirati-senior-citizens-1.500644990 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/gn9g8i9m/3ac35c45-e96d-4bc5-98c9-a893904812b5.jpeg Healthy Horizons offers free screenings, workshops and digital support to older adults Gulf News en 2026-08-18T22:08:24.449+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches Healthy Horizons to support preventive care for Emirati senior citizens Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/venus-williams-gets-us-open-wild-card-at-46-serena-may-join-her-1.500645076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/l7p0i8mf/preview.jpg Venus Williams reacts during her straight sets defeat by Kamilla Rakhimova during the National Bank Open tennis tournament in Toronto, Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T21:58:12.801+04:00 Venus Williams gets US Open wild card at 46; Serena may join her Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/rodri-joins-la-liga-champions-barcelona-from-manchester-city-2-1.500645043 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/27/SPO_240927-RODRI-1727449703158_1923406a324_large.jpg World Cup-winning captain Rodri signs with Barcelona until 2030 Gulf News en 2026-08-18T21:38:53.595+04:00 Rodri joins La Liga champions Barcelona from Manchester City Football, football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/summer-rain-sweeps-parts-of-uae-amid-intense-heat-days-before-suhail-sighting-1.500645022 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/lgfkol26/Summer-rain.avif Scattered showers associated with summer convective clouds, locally known as Al Rawaih, affected several areas, including Margham, an inland desert area of Dubai, as well as parts of Al Ain and the country’s central and eastern regions. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T21:22:42.763+04:00 Summer rain sweeps parts of UAE amid intense heat, days before Suhail sighting Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-emergency-alert-in-uae-what-residents-should-do-and-avoid-1.500645019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-17/qejtwpyv/UAE-EMERGENCY-ALERT-STOCK The first missile fell outside the UAE’s territorial waters, while the second fell within the country’s territorial waters. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T21:02:51.121+04:00 US-Iran conflict: Emergency alert in UAE? What residents should do and avoid UAE, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/why-has-trump-threatened-to-bomb-oman-for-a-second-time-1.500644995 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/7jc35u27/newsml_afp_com_20260810T095419Z_doc_c4az2jm.jpeg Vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on August 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T20:41:06.860+04:00 Why has Trump threatened to bomb Oman — for a second time? Oman, Americas, Mena, Gulf, Oman, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-detects-two-missiles-from-iran-one-falls-in-territorial-waters-1.500645007 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/lwjvpo7p/UAEflag Officials urge reliance on state sources, warn public against spreading rumours Gulf News en 2026-08-18T20:36:40.843+04:00 UAE detects two missiles from Iran; both fall into sea, one in territorial waters UAE, UAE, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ticket-refunds-revealed-as-christina-aguileras-abu-dhabi-concert-cancelled-this-september-1.500644993 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/31/20220331-christina-aguilera_17fe0be3806_large.jpg Christina Aguilera Gulf News en 2026-08-18T20:29:04.228+04:00 Ticket refunds revealed as Christina Aguilera’s Abu Dhabi concert cancelled this September Entertainment, Music, UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-school-backpacks-for-kids-on-amazonae-1.500643594 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/xbg5vskk/schoolbags1-1.png Colourful kids’ school backpacks displayed in a classroom setting. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T20:00:00.000+04:00 Best school backpacks for kids on Amazon.ae Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-senegal-vow-to-convert-africas-water-commitments-into-real-projects-1.500644932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/kx45muyz/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-18-at-7.40.43-PM.jpeg Abdulla Ahmed Balalaa at the Africa Water and Sanitation Systems Leadership Symposium in Kigali Gulf News en 2026-08-18T19:49:32.773+04:00 UAE, Senegal vow to convert Africa's water commitments into real projects UAE, Africa, UAE, Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-tensions-us-iran-talks-flights-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-1.500644812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/xqoo2xsu/44.jpg Qatar said an agreement between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz would help create conditions for talks to resume. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T19:31:57.692+04:00 Hormuz tensions, US-Iran talks, flights: What UAE residents need to know tonight Mena, Oman, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-air-defences-detect-missile-threat-directed-towards-country-1.500644918 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/nbcnh9z7/gulfnewsimport20220310UAE-flag17f73383afalarge.avif UAE intercepts missile threats, authorities affirm public safety Gulf News en 2026-08-18T19:10:44.469+04:00 UAE air defences detect missile threat; residents told situation is safe UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-bulk-carrier-hit-by-unknown-projectile-crew-casualty-reported-1.500644885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/u0p9cyix/sea.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-18T18:30:32.075+04:00 Strait of Hormuz: Bulk carrier hit by unknown projectile, crew casualty reported Mena, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistan-captain-babar-azam-out-of-first-test-against-england-1.500644788 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/xgtju0pi/45.jpg Pakistan's Babar Azam Gulf News en 2026-08-18T18:11:23.894+04:00 Pakistan captain Babar Azam out of first Test against England Cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/japan-arrests-mexican-traveller-after-200-lizards-found-hidden-in-socks-at-tokyo-airport-1.500644829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/92f3n803/Instagram.jpg 200 lizards were found concealed in 22 pairs of socks and clothing inside a passenger's luggage at Tokyo airport. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T18:06:32.552+04:00 Japan arrests Mexican traveller after 200 lizards found hidden in socks at Tokyo airport Asia, Japan https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/first-ever-computer-cjp-leader-abhijeet-dipkes-school-campaign-brings-change-1.500644838 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/7llxeq99/20260818188f.jpg Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke with the students at a school in Hingoli district of Maharashtra on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T18:04:36.411+04:00 ‘First-ever computer’: CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke’s school campaign brings change India https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-receives-phone-call-from-us-president-3-1.500644825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/a8mazpo4/HQAfx-fbkAA9oi0.jpg UAE, US leaders discuss strengthening bilateral ties in phone conversation Gulf News en 2026-08-18T17:37:52.229+04:00 UAE President receives phone call from US President Government, UAE, Donald Trump https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/sharjah-airport-secures-level-3-global-accreditation-for-passenger-experience-1.500644796 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/gjdi5n1v/Sharjah-airport.jpg Sharjah Airport entered the ACI programme at Level 1 in 2022, when it introduced systems to measure passenger satisfaction and better understand traveller needs. It advanced to Level 2 in 2023, renewed that accreditation in 2025 and reached Level 3 in 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T17:23:29.369+04:00 Sharjah Airport secures Level 3 global accreditation for passenger experience Aviation, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-announces-2026-2027-university-academic-calendar-1.500644759 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-09/tbqw9szc/Ministry-of-Higher-Education-and-Scientific-Research-MoHESR The calendar for the 2026-27 academic year has been announced, setting key dates for universities and other higher education institutions across the country. 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https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/4iba8cd3/Julliana-de-Lucena-Souto-Marinho3.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/3t57vl1h/Astha-Sharma.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/cgrnbi69/Linda-Kuhn.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/8amfnqw0/Divya-Divya.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/jcwzw7vl/Svitlana-Kniazieva.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/yc0tfcya/Anju-Gowda.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/n0eq2qkk/Suhail-Siddique.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/3expvzhd/Svitlana-Kniazieva2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/dcvg5wnc/Tiffany-Pellerin.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/zqtcdusf/Shivani-Chauhan.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T17:01:57.052+04:00 Readers share their summer sunset photos UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/firefighters-battle-blaze-in-sharjah-industrial-area-5-no-injuries-reported-1.500644748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/hs0tq5hq/Fire-in-Sharjah-Industrial-Area.webp Fire crews deployed specialised vehicles and equipment at the scene, while Sharjah Police patrols established a security cordon around the site and prevented vehicles from approaching the affected area. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T16:41:33.503+04:00 Firefighters battle blaze in Sharjah Industrial Area 5, no injuries reported emergencies, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/two-snakes-spotted-at-shah-rukh-khans-mannat-breaking-news-or-just-a-very-slow-news-day-1.500644737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-19/891yiiip/2023061080F.jpg Fan pretends to be delivery boy to enter Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat, guard has a hilarious reaction https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/451v5dmo/Shah_Rukh_and_AbRam_Khan_17256335e3d_original_ratio.jpg Let’s wave: Shah Rukh’s Mumbai home, Mannat, is a tourist draw, especially during the actor’s birthday and Eid celebrations. While there have been a number of occasions when young AbRam has joined his papa, we love this picture with his little tiffin box in hand. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/pch0qes0/202603103702703.jpg Shah Rukh Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-18T16:29:46.960+04:00 Two snakes spotted at Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat: Breaking news or just a very slow news day? Entertainment, India, Opinion, bollywood, Bollywood icons, shah rukh khan https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-top-court-orders-ex-pm-imran-khan-moved-to-hospital-1.500644752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/tabejfxe/imrran_1683652078855_188017bed0f_large.jpg Imran Khan speaks during a news conference in Shaukat Khanum hospital, in Lahore, Pakistan, Nov. 4, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T16:28:08.031+04:00 Pakistan top court orders ex-PM Imran Khan moved to hospital Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/disneys-x-men-97-is-a-twisted-soap-opera-on-fire-a-radical-break-from-the-mcu-and-return-to-comic-roots-1.500644691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/iwjb2czr/scottjean.avif Cyclops and Jean Grey Gulf News en 2026-08-18T16:26:59.908+04:00 Disney+'s X-Men '97 is a twisted soap opera on fire — a radical break from the MCU and return to comic roots Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/mediclinic-middle-east-recognised-by-src-as-network-of-excellence-in-endoscopy-1.500644665 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/38yljmgv/20220720f6fb8443cb1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/uldq2n9b/MCME-NOE.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T16:17:58.963+04:00 Mediclinic Middle East recognised by SRC as Network of Excellence in endoscopy GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-kids-school-shoes-on-amazonae-2026-durable-pairs-for-busy-school-days-1.500639466 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/t0btfcam/schoolshoes-1.png Four styles of black school shoes are displayed with everyday classroom essentials. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best kids' school shoes on Amazon.ae 2026: Durable pairs for busy school days Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mefcc-2026-adds-pom-klementieff-arden-cho-and-jacob-romero-to-lineup-1.500644705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/cir25tui/Arden-Cho.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:55:59.981+04:00 MEFCC 2026 adds Pom Klementieff, Arden Cho and Jacob Romero to lineup Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/uae-school-age-cut-off-rules-2026-27-new-khda-rules-explained-1.500644699 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-24/3zp72amg/SCHOOL-DUBAI Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:49:23.859+04:00 UAE school age cut-off rules 2026-27: New KHDA rules explained Living-Education, Education, KHDA, Dubai private schools https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/bengaluru-woman-killed-husband-with-lover-strangled-son-who-witnessed-crime-police-1.500644687 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/kaxzyqv4/Crime-scene Blood stains were traced at the scene, while clothes allegedly bearing blood marks appeared to have been washed and put out to dry, according to the report. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:35:18.815+04:00 Bengaluru woman killed husband with lover, strangled son who witnessed crime: Police India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-al-nassr-set-for-two-afc-champions-league-games-in-uae-1.500644656 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ooqvgoko/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-18-2026-032344-PM.png For UAE football fans, this could be your only chance to see Ronaldo in action in the UAE again. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/y23bkqn8/Ronaldo-Dubai.avif Ronaldo and the rest of Al Nassr's stars lit up Dubai when they last arrived. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:25:31.731+04:00 Ronaldo & Al Nassr set for two AFC Champions League games in UAE Sport, Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/david-warner-fined-1065-and-ordered-to-use-breathalyser-lock-after-drink-driving-offence-1.500644651 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/bk3vdl9p/newsml_afp_com_20260818T045641Z_doc_c4w36zu.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/idz9pwtx/newsml_afp_com_20260818T022748Z_doc_c4vw26u.jpeg Australia's former cricketer David Warner (C) arrives at Waverley Local Court for a sentencing hearing after pleading guilty to a drink-driving offence in Sydney on August 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:16:41.786+04:00 David Warner fined $1065 and ordered to use breathalyser lock after drink-driving offence Cricket, Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-launches-road-safety-film-festival-with-dh300000-prizes-1.500644661 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/u5142l5h/road-safety-films.jpg The RTA's film festival seeks to encourage creative approaches to road safety awareness. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:08:44.125+04:00 RTA launches road safety film festival with Dh300,000 prizes Transport, UAE films, transport https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-tourism-is-set-to-bounce-back-once-airlines-restore-flights-says-report-1.500644647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/idy1sdf5/Dubai_Marina_17d052341cb_original_ratio.jpg Dubai’s tourism and hospitality sector is expected to regain momentum in the second half of 2026 as international air connectivity returns and the winter travel season approaches. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:07:12.371+04:00 Dubai tourism is set to bounce back once airlines restore flights, says report Tourism, UAE Travel, Dubai Airport, travel https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-supreme-court-backs-hanging-as-method-of-execution-1.500644642 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/nv6fz5o7/ANI_20260729080730.jpg Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition challenging execution by hanging on the grounds that it causes unnecessary pain and fails to protect the dignity of death row prisoners. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:04:59.453+04:00 India Supreme Court backs hanging as method of execution India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/why-padikkal-not-sudarshan-should-be-indias-no-3-test-batter-1.500644649 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/48vhhiqf/newsml_afp_com_20260816T102941Z_doc_c4rr2v9.jpeg India's Devdutt Padikkal in action Gulf News en 2026-08-18T15:04:00.815+04:00 Why Padikkal, not Sudarshan, should be India’s No 3 Test batter Cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-plans-wider-jaywan-card-acceptance-at-hotels-and-tourist-attractions-1.500644624 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-16/9yql1r1y/Credit-card Gulf News en 2026-08-18T14:49:36.894+04:00 UAE plans wider Jaywan card acceptance at hotels and tourist attractions Markets https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/italy-set-to-make-historic-odi-debut-in-december-1.500644623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-12/neugeigh/newsml_afp_com_20260212T110545Z_doc_977r99r.jpeg Italy's players celebrate after the dismissal of Nepal's Nandan Yadav during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Nepal and Italy at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T14:47:00.384+04:00 Italy set to make historic ODI debut in December Cricket, cricket, ICC T20 WORLD CUP https://gulfnews.com/business/property/two-day-uae-property-showcase-in-hyderabad-targets-indian-investors-1.500644618 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/7sbhiq6z/FB529841-1BF7-46B8-A4F5-7695C93B5D50-LEAD-PIC-GN-ARCHIVES.jpg A view of the Dubai skyline. The Property Grand Expo in Hyderabad, organised by The Times of India Group in partnership with UAE-based Global Edge Advertisements, aims to connect UAE developers with investors from Hyderabad and the wider Telangana region, one of India’s fastest-growing technology and wealth hubs https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/8al52p23/India-Property-Show-SECONDARY-PIC.jpg Dubai Land Department Gulf News en 2026-08-18T14:45:58.419+04:00 Two-day UAE property showcase in Hyderabad targets Indian investors Property https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/syrian-court-sentences-bashar-al-assads-cousin-wassim-to-death-for-war-crimes-1.500644593 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/g4aea5vc/Syrian-court-sentences-Wassim-al-Assad-to-death-860x573.jpg The Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus found Wassim Al Assad guilty of offences including multiple premeditated murders and acts of torture and brutality, Syrian Arab News Agency Sana said on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T14:41:30.216+04:00 Syrian court sentences Bashar Al Assad’s cousin Wassim to death for war crimes Mena, Syria https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/former-flyadeal-ceo-steven-greenway-joins-alliance-aviation-as-new-chief-executive-1.500644461 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/jvdxbo6v/Steven-Greenway Alliance is one of Australasia's leading provider of ACMI, contract and charter airline services, operating a fleet of more than 70 aircraft. Greenway left flyadeal in April this year. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T14:35:03.971+04:00 Former flyadeal CEO Steven Greenway joins Alliance Aviation as new chief executive Aviation, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/sanju-samson-mohanlal-team-up-for-kerala-cricket-league-season-3-ad-1.500644569 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/exnrn1po/HP1mtzob0AAGHgz.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/a9s8u4s2/HP-y6GGasAAYJQA.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T14:11:00.647+04:00 Sanju Samson, Mohanlal team up for Kerala Cricket League Season 3 ad Cricket, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-threatened-iran-now-oman-who-is-listening-1.500644534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/wc21ej2l/newsml_afp_com_20260816T200953Z_doc_c4th336.jpeg US President Donald Trump gestures as he boards Air Force One at Morristown Municipal Airport in Morristown, New Jersey, on August 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:53:04.475+04:00 Trump threatened Iran. Now Oman. Who is listening? Americas, India, Oman, Gulf, Donald Trump, Oman, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-origin-woman-detained-by-ice-months-after-deportation-case-dismissed-1.500644552 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ve3n03x6/usgreen.gif “She is a mother to two US citizen children. She has two US citizen grandchildren. Her home, her family, her career, and her life are here and have been here for over 27 years,” Wilson wrote on LinkedIn. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:42:04.904+04:00 Indian-origin Green Card holder detained by ICE after 27 years in US India, Americas, india, americas https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-retailer-choithrams-launches-quickerr-fast-format-stores-in-dubai-metro-stations-1.500644533 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/guv3usck/Quickerr-by-Choithrams-2.jpg Choithrams has launched its new Quickerr fast-format stores at four Dubai Metro stations, with the convenience concept set to expand to 28 stations across the network. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/4gq8jnfa/Quickerr-by-Choithrams-1.jpg Officials open Quickerr by Choithrams in a Dubai metro station. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:35:29.232+04:00 UAE retailer Choithrams launches 'Quickerr' fast-format stores in Dubai Metro stations Retail, UAE Shopping Malls https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-launches-new-programmes-to-train-next-generation-of-financial-leaders-1.500644538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/2ohn5ofk/Signing-2.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:35:19.457+04:00 UAE launches new programmes to train next generation of financial leaders Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hayden-panettieres-ex-wladimir-klitschko-bids-farewell-vows-to-honour-her-for-daughter-kaya-left-too-soon-1.500644531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/a2kuq7k9/newsml_afp_com_20260817T131217Z_doc_c4uv8zq.jpeg US actress Hayden Panettiere at the world premiere of "Scream VI" at AMC Lincoln Square in New York City on March 6, 2023. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:32:41.480+04:00 Hayden Panettiere’s ex Wladimir Klitschko bids farewell, vows to honour her for daughter Kaya: 'Left too soon' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/three-killed-in-blast-at-baniyas-power-plant-on-syrias-coast-1.500644515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/mrp334sw/Explosion-in-Syria.jpg The blast occurred at the power facility in the Baniyas area of Tartus. Authorities and emergency teams were at the site investigating the nature and cause of the explosion province. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:30:38.841+04:00 Three killed in blast at Baniyas power plant on Syria’s coast Mena, Syria https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rishabh-pant-becomes-first-indian-to-hit-100-sixes-in-test-cricket-1.500644526 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/o09zuvwd/20260816271F.jpg Rishabh Pant Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:21:09.606+04:00 Rishabh Pant becomes first Indian to hit 100 sixes in Test cricket Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/what-is-niu-lai-the-worst-chinese-film-beating-odyssey-and-spider-man-brand-new-day-at-box-office-1.500644509 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/n9up7len/cow.webp Meet Niu Lai, The Cow Is Coming, the film nobody asked for, that almost nobody watched, and that everybody is now watching specifically to confirm it's as bad as they've heard. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:17:22.619+04:00 What is Niu Lai? The 'worst' Chinese film beating Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day at box office Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-smes-get-40-trendyol-commission-discount-in-new-e-commerce-deal-1.500644491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/r9fmtaug/trendyol.jpg Pictured above are Mohamad ElAnsari, CEO of Trendyol Gulf and Khalid AlJarwan, executive VP of commercial and corporate services at Dubai Chambers. Trendyol launched in the UAE in 2023 and has since onboarded more than 15,500 regional sellers. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:10:08.691+04:00 Dubai SMEs get 40% Trendyol commission discount in new e-commerce deal Retail, Online-Shopping https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-adds-mixed-doubles-to-busy-us-open-schedule-1.500644508 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/z8rnpc6k/Alex-Eala Alex Eala Gulf News en 2026-08-18T13:10:04.599+04:00 Alex Eala adds mixed doubles to busy US Open schedule Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/from-the-frontlines-to-the-classroom-how-uae-nurses-are-advancing-patient-care-through-learning-1.500644493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/kk686ypy/Nancy-Abusamra-and-Sona-Susan-Zachariah.jpg Nancy Abusamra and Sona Susan Zachariah Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:59:07.337+04:00 From the frontlines to the classroom: How nurses are advancing patient care through learning in Dubai Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-municipality-collections-through-al-ansari-exchange-rise-710-in-10-years-1.500644478 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/bo3gbd0w/Left-to-right-Rashed-A.-Al-Ansari-Group-CEO-of-Al-Ansari-Financial-Services-and-Sayed-Ismail-Al-Hashemi-Acting-CEO-of-the-Corporate-Support-Services-Sector-at-Dubai-Municipality.png (Left to right) Rashed A. Al Ansari, Group CEO of Al Ansari Financial Services, and Sayed Ismail Al Hashemi, Acting CEO of the Corporate Support Services Sector at Dubai Municipality Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:44:15.835+04:00 Dubai Municipality collections through Al Ansari Exchange rise 710% in 10 years Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/thrown-out-of-the-shoot-amitabh-bachchan-recalls-struggle-1.500644434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/uiasf1rw/HP-0BGebwAAPRpS.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/2qityrse/Sholay.jpg Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra in Sholay (1975), one of Indian cinema’s greatest blockbusters Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:20:48.411+04:00 Thrown out of the shoot’: Amitabh Bachchan recalls struggle BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/difc-courts-draw-parties-from-22-overseas-jurisdictions-in-first-half-of-2026-1.500644436 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/scr369a5/e9dc1dde-2f7b-4d30-a7ad-2d0a9adb0367.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:12:28.247+04:00 DIFC Courts draw parties from 22 overseas jurisdictions in first half of 2026 Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/abu-dhabi-launches-visitor-experience-awards-to-recognise-tourism-excellence-2-1.500644431 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/og8idt7i/43.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:09:52.550+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches Visitor Experience Awards to recognise tourism excellence Tourism, Travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-police-impound-30-vehicles-over-unpaid-traffic-fines-exceeding-dh6000-1.500644421 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/hqbn6rf3/gulfnews2026-03-063biy99i7DubaiPolice.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:09:02.342+04:00 Dubai Police impound 30 vehicles over unpaid traffic fines exceeding Dh6,000 Transport, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-mission-to-asean-participates-in-3rd-gcc-asean-meeting-1.500644423 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/rlx8ngoe/UAE-at-ASEAN https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/6tsgtyoh/yw906e161ka0wfmpn.jpeg During the meeting, participants discussed ways to implement the Framework of Cooperation and emphasised the importance of strengthening coordination and advancing practical cooperation. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:05:01.600+04:00 UAE Mission to ASEAN participates in 3rd GCC-ASEAN meeting UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/30-people-injured-in-massive-fuel-depot-fire-in-iraq-1.500644412 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/8k6l82fc/Oil-warehouse-fire.jpg The fire broke out after midnight and triggered powerful explosions as tanks containing highly flammable materials, including petrol, diesel and bitumen, caught fire. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T12:04:31.617+04:00 30 people injured in massive fuel depot fire in Iraq Mena, Iraq https://gulfnews.com/uae/this-abu-dhabi-road-will-be-closed-for-three-nights-1.500644417 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/jiq94i7y/RTA-road.JPG A road in Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:54:12.564+04:00 This Abu Dhabi road will be closed for three nights UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/fifa-chief-sacked-after-criticising-infantino-1.500644411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/sycue871/newsml_afp_com_20260731T073208Z_doc_c3mu4ke.jpeg Further trouble at FIFA https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/05/FIFA-President-Gianni-Infantino_18aff0a74be_large.jpg Infantino has faced huge criticism over his World Cup commercial plan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/04/27/FIFA-president-Gianni-Infantino_171bcf9b559_large.jpg The Fifa president has seen UEFA turn against him Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:50:30.590+04:00 Fifa chief sacked after criticising Infantino Sport, Football, football, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/two-students-killed-in-shooting-at-philippine-school-in-zamboanga-1.500644406 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/3e2flwpv/42.jpg Philippine police gather at a school following a shooting in Zamboanga. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/vhtnmwi9/41.jpg A guard secures an area at the junior high school building on the Ateneo de Zamboanga University campus following a shooting incident. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:49:44.756+04:00 Two students killed in shooting at Philippine school in Zamboanga Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/summer-sunset-share-your-sunset-photos-with-gulf-news-1.500622634 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/4xkvji88/Gradient-sample-1.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/6xb5r1oy/Summer-Sunset.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/nqx8rr4z/Summer-Sunset https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/4fjm2rui/Summer-Sunset https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/fufx71me/Summer-Sunset https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/msucn0nl/Summer-Sunset Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:49:15.912+04:00 Summer Sunset: Share your sunset photos with Gulf News UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/manila-floods-again-billions-of-pesos-for-flood-control-yet-metro-manila-is-still-drowning-7-possible-solutions-1.500644345 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/zjsgkvum/newsml_afp_com_20260817T101834Z_doc_c4ue6t3.jpeg Commuters cross a flooded street triggered by heavy monsoon rains in Manila on August 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/enk3rp48/newsml_afp_com_20260817T100648Z_doc_c4uc8cu.jpeg Volunteers use a plastic boat to transfer a stranded resident through a flooded street triggered by heavy monsoon rains in Manila on August 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/0l5gjefb/newsml_afp_com_20260817T100648Z_doc_c4ud2zq.jpeg Commuters wade through a flooded street triggered by heavy monsoon rains in Manila on August 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/8ycoupon/newsml_afp_com_20260817T101834Z_doc_c4ud8nq.jpeg A motorist manoeuvres past a passenger bus along a flooded street triggered by heavy monsoon rains in Manila on August 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:33:41.506+04:00 Manila floods again: Billions of pesos for flood control, yet Metro Manila is still drowning — 7 possible solutions Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-launches-visitor-experience-awards-to-recognise-tourism-excellence-1.500644381 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/2i68afu8/Abu-Dhabi-Visitor-Experience-Awards Abu Dhabi Visitor Experience Awards Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:24:15.607+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches Visitor Experience Awards to recognise tourism excellence UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/williams-sisters-fairytale-return-end-in-defeat-1.500644369 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/7czwqfgf/newsml_afp_com_20260817T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290950755.jpeg The Williams sisters put on a show for fans in their return https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/km0sr80w/newsml_afp_com_20260817T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290950850.jpeg Serena was back in doubles action after returning early this year at Queen’s Club Championships https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/0u5yiodq/newsml_afp_com_20260817T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290942985.jpeg Venus took positives from the defeat https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/xof4uv82/newsml_afp_com_20260817T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290950805.jpeg The sisters showed they still have plenty left to give in the sport Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:15:47.105+04:00 Williams sisters fairytale return ends in defeat Sport, Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-max-apple-stays-quiet-as-leaks-clash-over-size-colour-and-design-whats-actually-coming-1.500644348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-10/0pth0mb8/iPhone-17-Pro-iPhone-17-Air-and-iPhone-17 REPRESENTATIONAL IMAGE ONLY: Phone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:12:45.762+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro Max: Apple stays quiet as leaks clash over size, colour and design — what’s actually coming? Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/rak-chamber-enlists-residents-to-promote-emirate-as-tourist-hub-1.500644373 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ndq15mrh/rak-chamber.jpg The Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Tuesday launches the ‘RAK Ambassador’ initiative. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:12:19.187+04:00 RAK Chamber enlists residents to promote emirate as tourist hub Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah tourism https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-unveils-new-scholarship-rules-adds-eight-new-countries-to-priority-list-1.500644370 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/usqnpmcf/Scholarship The Resolution adopts updated lists of scholarship destination countries and educational institutions based on the best internationally recognised rankings: Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:10:41.569+04:00 UAE unveils new ministerial resolution to regulate scholarship system for Emirati students Education, UAE, UAE, Education https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ananya-rajs-family-reveals-monthlate-death-asks-for-privacy-as-fans-mourn-1.500644328 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/u97phs8n/202608163907042.JPG AICWA pays tribute to late actress Ananya Raj: Loss for the entire film fraternity Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:09:48.933+04:00 Ananya Raj’s family reveals month‑late death, asks for privacy as fans mourn Entertainment, South-Indian, india https://gulfnews.com/things-to-do/things-to-do-this-week-aug-18-onwards-include-a-dh10-feast-1.500643573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/cqnt90rf/Cinema_Akil_resources1_16a08544572_original_ratio.jpg Cinema Akil https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/bpghaezn/the_smash_room_website_v2.webp It's time to rage against everything that offends you https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/emkkz7gs/Riva_Beach_Club___Aug__1_.jpg Riva Beach Club https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/teok1of0/Spirited_away_1700140210861_18bd840dace_original_ratio.jpg Spirited Away https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/04q4dllr/SOAF_x_DE_1.png Come with an appetite, leave with a gift https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/6zjup3fr/2__1_.jpg Burger and fries? Yes please Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:08:42.170+04:00 Things to do this week (Aug 18 onwards) include a Dh10 feast Things To Do, Lifestyle, Entertainment, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/key-sharjah-road-to-be-closed-off-for-three-days-1.500644366 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/5scy83wf/Sharjah Sharjah skyline. Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:04:10.655+04:00 Key Sharjah road to be closed off for three days UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/hockey-world-cup-what-india-need-to-against-pakistan-to-qualify-2-1.500644359 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/n6v6v9be/Hock-ind.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T11:02:01.104+04:00 Hockey World Cup: What India need to against Pakistan to qualify Sport, Pakistan, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/student-kills-schoolmate-and-himself-in-livestreamed-philippine-school-attack-official-says-1.500644174 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/hjagly3d/preview.jpg Security guards keep watch as vehicles exit the Ateneo de Zamboanga University following a shooting incident in Zamboanga, southern Philippines Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T10:53:58.499+04:00 Student kills schoolmate and himself in livestreamed Philippine school attack, official says Philippines Zamboanga school shooting https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-woman-dies-after-collapsing-at-husbands-funeral-1.500644349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/qjcjlrco/pic.jpg Kurian Joseph and his wife Shirley Kurian, who died days apart in Pala, Kerala. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T10:52:01.401+04:00 Kerala woman dies after collapsing at husband’s funeral India https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/rak-academy-celebrates-the-exceptional-a-level-and-ib-results-for-the-class-of-2026-1.500644327 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ebc28jd4/Cover-Page-Class-of-2026.png Gulf News en 2026-08-18T10:44:32.627+04:00 RAK Academy celebrates the exceptional A Level and IB results for the Class of 2026 Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/abu-dhabis-offlimits-festival-with-shakira-nick-jonas-postponed-refunds-to-be-issued-1.500644338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/29/Shakira-1693304826792_18a40d52bad_large.jpg Shakira's Abu Dhabi gig cancelled Gulf News en 2026-08-18T10:25:27.972+04:00 Abu Dhabi’s OFFLIMITS festival with Shakira, Nick Jonas postponed; refunds to be issued Entertainment, Music, Music https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-approval-hits-new-low-as-americans-fear-long-iran-war-1.500644331 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-08/zbgangsf/202603083699752.jpg US President Donald Trump faces a dilemma: Can he end the war before the war's economic and political costs become the dominant issue of the 2026 elections? Gulf News en 2026-08-18T10:20:37.221+04:00 Trump approval hits new low as Americans fear long Iran war Americas, Mena https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-epilators-on-amazonae-2026-five-picks-for-longer-lasting-hair-removal-at-home-1.500637319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/q04fost8/epilators-1.png Epilators and attachments displayed in a spa inspired bathroom setting. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T10:00:00.000+04:00 Best epilators on Amazon.ae 2026: Five picks for longer lasting hair removal at home Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/technology/openai-to-lease-massive-new-ai-data-centre-in-us-backed-by-nvidia-1.500644105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/1k4anuy5/Screenshot-2026-08-18-at-1.54.50-PM.png The OpenAI logo with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Gulf News en 2026-08-18T09:56:24.734+04:00 OpenAI to lease massive new AI data centre in US, backed by Nvidia Technology, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expats-in-uae-gcc-welcome-supreme-courts-order-to-regulate-airfare-1.500644304 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/kqw8etgc/immigration_Indira_Gandhi_Airport_resources1_16a08525f01_original_ratio.jpg The immigration and arrival hall at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-08-18T09:56:02.235+04:00 Indian expats in UAE, GCC welcome Supreme Court's order to regulate airfare UAE, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, Saudi Arabia, india, India UAE travel, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ellyse-perry-praises-smriti-mandhanas-mindset-harmanpreet-kaurs-tenacity-1.500644305 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-03/5yy2aw1b/ANI_20251103031444.jpg Smriti Mandhana with captain Harmanpreet Kaur (Photo: @BCCI Women X) Gulf News en 2026-08-18T09:51:40.537+04:00 Ellyse Perry praises Smriti Mandhana’s mindset, Harmanpreet Kaur’s tenacity Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/dhruv-vikram-on-scrutiny-amid-anupama-parameswarans-remarks-you-learn-to-be-an-army-of-one-1.500644301 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 2026-08-18T09:50:00.985+04:00 Dhruv Vikram on scrutiny amid Anupama Parameswaran's remarks: 'You learn to be an army of one' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/somali-pirates-hijack-cargo-ship-in-fifth-attack-since-april-1.500644303 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ud7iewu2/Screenshot-2026-08-18-at-1.45.03-PM.png The Cameroon-flagged general cargo vessel Lutuf was boarded by eight armed men at about 11:36 am UTC on Aug. 17, 2026, marine tracker UKMTO reported. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T09:46:37.922+04:00 Somali pirates hijack cargo ship in fifth attack since April Africa https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/virat-kohli-completes-18-years-in-international-cricket-1.500644269 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/71tojn3m/newsml_afp_com_20260719T133452Z_doc_c2kk4dw.jpeg India's Virat Kohli looks on during the third one-day international (ODI) cricket match between England and India at Lord's cricket ground in London on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T09:10:25.433+04:00 Virat Kohli completes 18 years in international cricket Cricket, cricket, Virat Kohli, BCCI https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/4-air-strikes-hit-military-airport-in-syrias-idlib-in-first-attack-since-al-assads-fall-1.500644260 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/gvaotsb3/ANI_20260818043949.jpg Representative Image (File Photo/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-08-18T09:07:14.972+04:00 4 air strikes hit military airport in Syria's Idlib in first attack since al-Assad's fall Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hayden-panettiere-was-our-tornado-and-the-sun-nashville-co-stars-mourn-actresss-sudden-death-1.500644261 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/099rrxr8/hayden3.webp Hayden Panettiere and Sylvia Jefferies. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T09:03:20.451+04:00 'Hayden Panettiere was our tornado, and the sun': Nashville co-stars mourn actress's sudden death Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-august-18-1.500644256 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/16lijgut/Dubai-airport.jpg A scene at the Dubai International Airport. The peace deadline has expired. Air travelers are urged to do practical: check flights, allow for disruptions, monitor official advisories and avoid spreading unverified reports about attacks or airspace closures. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:58:18.879+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 18, 2026) Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/property/ajman-rental-contracts-reach-dh291-billion-in-first-half-of-2026-1.500644264 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/11/21/ajman_skyline_resources1_16a08521d89_large.jpg Ajman skyline Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:58:12.498+04:00 Ajman rental contracts reach Dh2.91 billion in first half of 2026 Property, Ajman https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-ealas-cincinnati-open-run-comes-to-an-end-1.500644263 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/p564g2ct/newsml_afp_com_20260817T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290943126.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines returns a shot during a match against Amanda Anisimova of the United States on day seven of the Cincinnati Open at Lindner Family Tennis Center on August 17, 2026 in Mason, Ohio. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:57:40.059+04:00 Alex Eala’s Cincinnati Open run comes to an end Tennis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/zindagi-na-milegi-dobara-sequel-underway-zoya-akhtar-says-theyre-on-it-but-no-promises-yet-1.500644245 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ho19qplk/1_16a08028828_838400_3812494815_16a08028828_original_ratio.jpg Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol in the hit movie 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:46:50.066+04:00 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara sequel underway, Zoya Akhtar says they're 'on it'— but no promises yet Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/flying-from-the-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-and-flydubai-flight-updates-as-war-disruption-continues-1.500644238 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/uv6p89jx/UK Passengers urged to check UAE flight status as Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia adjust schedules Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:45:20.013+04:00 Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai flight updates as war disruption continues Mena, Travel, Aviation, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dirham-strength-against-indian-pakistani-rupees-and-philippine-peso-opens-lucrative-transfer-window-for-expats-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/t6neh2pa/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_81780888254796.jpg Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:39:43.698+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/limad-launches-tender-offer-to-acquire-remaining-ad-ports-shares-1.500644239 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/07/07/Stock-AD-Ports-Group-5_181d912d8a6_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:27:09.822+04:00 L'IMAD launches tender offer to acquire remaining AD Ports shares Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/awarapan-2-storms-to-rs-13-billion-worldwide-marking-emraan-hashmis-biggest-box-office-comeback-1.500644226 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/r9woymow/awarapan.avif Awarapan 2 released the same day as Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947, and the gap between the two has only grown. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:23:07.579+04:00 Awarapan 2 storms to Rs 1.3 billion worldwide, marking Emraan Hashmi’s biggest box-office comeback Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/auto/philippines-bets-1-billion-on-evs-as-buyers-weigh-the-savings-1.500644214 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/jzmap8wy/EVs_at_a_charging_station_inside_in_the_Department_of_Energy_1902a2bf436_original_ratio.jpg An EV charging station topped by solar panels inside the Department of Energy compound in Taguig, Manila. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/uvuiuu4o/PaxSilica_map_BCDA_23July2026_scaled.webp The New Clark City is an ambitious tech, manufacturing and critical minerals hub set to be located next to Clark International Airport about 100km north of Manila. The Philippines is a major producer of natural but critical minerals like nickel, most of it is exported to China where it's processed and re-exported as finished products (EV batteries, stainless steel). Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:14:16.612+04:00 Philippines bets $1 billion on EVs as buyers weigh the savings Auto, Energy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/one-piece-chapter-1191-spoilers-imus-demonic-transformation-luffys-wild-recovery-can-the-trio-take-him-down-1.500644205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/7zhek0hb/onepiece.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-18T08:01:46.504+04:00 One Piece Chapter 1191 spoilers: Imu’s demonic transformation, Luffy’s wild recovery — can the trio take him down? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/us-iran-talks-stall-as-hormuz-crisis-deepens-and-oil-prices-spike-1.500643129 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ila63l0b/35.jpg US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to bomb Oman if it "gets in the way" of a deal with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ysih0ubt/40.jpg US President Donald Trump https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/glasssb6/ANI_20260817041458.jpg Iran's First Vice President, Mohammad Reza Aref https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/2lhyt0ev/HP8I8EfXoAACfLJ.jpg A U.. Navy MH-60 Sea Hawk hovers over the flight deck of USS Mason (DDG 87) as the ship enforces America's 🇺🇸steel wall blockade against Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T07:55:35.120+04:00 Trump threatens to bomb Oman after Iran-Oman agree on Strait of Hormuz route World, Mena, Gulf, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-could-administer-the-strait-of-hormuz-congressional-report-lays-out-radical-post-war-scenarios-1.500644180 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/48cogoz5/Ships-at-Anchor-in-the-Strait-of-Hormuz-off-Omans-northern-coast.-AFP.avif Ships at Anchor in the Strait of Hormuz, off Oman's northern coast. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/75qfm78k/Screenshot-2026-08-18-at-10.48.28-AM.png To facilitate the departure from the Gulf of long-trapped mariners, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Oman organized an "evacuation" in late June 2026 via Omani waters to the south of both Iranian waters and traditional Hormuz traffic lanes. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T07:48:22.945+04:00 US could 'administer' Hormuz: Report lays out radical post-war scenarios Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistans-dates-a-sweet-harvest-rooted-in-tradition-1.500643944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1no6wo5h/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020030Z_doc_c3nn99g.jpeg A labourer carrying dates at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zpx723d4/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020028Z_doc_c3nq8cq.jpeg Labourers loading crates of dates onto a tractor trolley at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/5pp2zrj9/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020029Z_doc_c3nt363.jpeg Labourers harvesting dates at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/m9k7cfyb/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020029Z_doc_c3nn8ke.jpeg Transporting dates on a tractor trolley near a palm orchard at Khairpur, in Pakistan's Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ds53r671/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020029Z_doc_c3np89f.jpeg This aerial photograph shows dates laid out to dry on a field near a palm orchard at Khairpur, in Pakistan's Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/x7g5gbd3/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020027Z_doc_c3nt3t3.jpeg Labourers laying out dates to dry on a field near a palm orchard at Khairpur, in Pakistan's Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/exu57r9f/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020029Z_doc_c3nq7g3.jpeg A labourer harvesting dates at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/s0zbdnca/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020029Z_doc_c3nt6t3.jpeg Labourers blanching dates in boiling water near a palm orchard at Khairpur, in Pakistan's Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ofye1p6d/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020029Z_doc_c3nq6t3.jpeg A labourer sitting atop a bunch of dates loaded onto a vehicle at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/utjfeyu7/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020028Z_doc_c3nq6t9.jpeg A labourer harvesting dates at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/mo12a4mn/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020028Z_doc_c3nt6cq.jpeg Workers laying out dates to dry on a field near a palm orchard. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zhgkxydw/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020046Z_doc_c3nr2zr.jpeg A labourer carrying dates at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/xf5a3for/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020027Z_doc_c3nv2nq.jpeg A labourer laying out dates to dry on a field near a palm orchard at Khairpur, in Pakistan's Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/a8ilzhu5/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020030Z_doc_c3nq9nq.jpeg Loading crates of dates onto a tractor trolley. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0i2mhicu/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020030Z_doc_c3nq4g7.jpeg A labourer harvesting dates at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rm3zcutz/newsml_afp_com_20260814T020045Z_doc_c3nq7we.jpeg Harvesting dates at a palm orchard in Khairpur, in Pakistan’s Sindh province. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T07:45:00.000+04:00 Pakistan’s dates: A sweet harvest rooted in tradition Pakistan, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/uae/from-hormonal-imbalance-to-perimenopause-panic-uae-specialists-expose-the-risks-of-self-diagnosing-online-1.500643473 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/g64znt9v/womens-health Online hormone content often encourages women to search for a single culprit. Is it cortisol? Estrogen? Insulin? A hormone labelled as too high or too low can quickly become the explanation for everything from weight gain to fatigue. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/uqqns44p/womens-health 'Hormonal imbalance' has become the diagnosis of choice for the entire internet, and it's crowding out other real explanations. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/8yc8fhli/womens-health The takeaway isn't that hormones don't matter. It's that a symptom alone can't tell you which system is responsible for it. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ac66eays/DSC00041-Edit-copy.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/lw35v7j3/May_Chalhoub.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-18T07:38:32.758+04:00 From ‘hormonal imbalance’ to perimenopause panic: UAE specialists expose the risks of self-diagnosing online UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hayden-panettiere-death-coroner-reveals-autopsy-findings-after-911-cardiac-arrest-call-1.500644187 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/y1w7n070/preview.jpg FILE - Hayden Panettiere at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 20, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-18T07:35:54.788+04:00 Hayden Panettiere death: Coroner reveals autopsy findings after 911 cardiac arrest call Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/heavy-dubai-sharjah-rush-hour-delays-on-e11-and-e311-as-incidents-and-diversions-slow-commuters-1.500644175 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/3gawakpd/A-screengrab-of-Google-road-maps-this-morning Gulf News en 2026-08-18T07:06:01.346+04:00 Heavy Dubai-Sharjah rush-hour delays on E11 and E311 as incidents and diversions slow commuters UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/starting-kindergarten-in-the-uae-heres-what-parents-need-to-know-about-vaccines-1.500644162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-24/cg4bc9nl/newsml_afp_com_20250924T084504Z_doc_76km2t3.jpeg A health worker injects vaccine to a school student. Photo for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/39pgeexj/Dr.-Sundus-Khuder.jpeg Dr. Sundus Khuder, consultant paediatrician at RAK Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/bl8ncaas/Dr.-Ensiyeh-Rahimi.jpeg Dr. Ensiyeh Rahimi, specialist in infectious diseases at Laser Medical Centre https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/is59qksj/Dr.-Siddharth-Arora.jpeg Dr. Siddharth Arora, specialist paediatrician at Medcare Women and Children Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/nippyanw/Dr.-Shahid-Gauhar.jpeg Dr. Shahid Gauhar, specialist neonatologist and paediatrician at Prime Hospital Gulf News en 2026-08-18T06:37:16.981+04:00 Starting kindergarten in the UAE? Here’s what parents need to know about vaccines Health, Education, Parenting-Child-Health, UAE, UAE, Education, Health, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-hit-50c-as-rain-blowing-dust-expected-1.500644160 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ckvhsmdm/Summer-rain.avif Weather conditions would be fair to partly cloudy, with convective clouds expected to develop over eastern and southern areas during the afternoon, bringing a chance of rainfall. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T06:22:19.755+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to hit 50°C as rain, blowing dust expected Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/pentagon-official-warns-of-regional-nuclear-war-1.500644158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/uj1omotf/202608183908384.jpg Pentagon official warns of regional nuclear war https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/cl7k8w9x/us_icbm.avif The Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) was test-launched on September 7, 2022, during which Russia was notified. A Pentagon spokesman described the test as routine and said it was meant to demonstrate the readiness of the US military's nuclear forces and "provide confidence in the security and effectiveness of the nation's nuclear deterrence. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T05:57:32.018+04:00 Pentagon official warns of regional nuclear war World, ians https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/usiran-conflict-enters-new-phase-of-political-attrition-1.500643847 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/mpgphds8/US-SOLDIERS-FILE-Read-Only.jpg The US-Iran conflict is no longer defined by military operations, but rather by a prolonged competition over political influence and strategic endurance. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T05:04:00.000+04:00 US–Iran conflict enters new phase of political attrition Op-Eds, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/11-burning-questions-about-the-endlessly-chaotic-netflix-romance-in-my-life-with-the-walter-boys-1.500643689 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/h1i3ot5t/alex.jpg The poster of My Life with The Walter Boys, Nikki Rodriguez, Noah LaLonde and Ashby Gentry. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-04/gthgm0w0/newsml_afp_com_20250827T000000Z_PH_GTY_2232409771.jpeg Ashby Gentry and Nikki Rodriguez attend Netflix's "My Life With The Walter Boys" photo call on August 27, 2025 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-27/smc12lzk/newsml_afp_com_20250827T000000Z_PH_GTY_2232411306.jpeg Nikki Rodriguez attends Netflix's "My Life With The Walter Boys" photo call on August 27, 2025 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T05:00:00.000+04:00 11 burning questions about the endlessly chaotic Netflix romance in 'My Life With The Walter Boys' Entertainment, BollyWood, HollyWood, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-cancellations-can-you-get-a-refund-on-a-non-refundable-ticket-1.500643836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-02/si6hbtd0/online-travel-booking.webp If you cancel a non-refundable ticket yourself, the rules are much more restrictive and depend on the airline and fare you purchased. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE flight cancellations: Can you get a refund on a non-refundable ticket? Aviation, Travel, Etihad Airways, Emirates Group, FlyDubai, Emirates airline, travel, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-palestinian-says-terrified-as-he-returns-to-property-besieged-by-settlers-1.500643998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/cf3dgtce/newsml_afp_com_20260817T171309Z_doc_c4vf4zy.jpeg Palestinian-American dual citizen Louai Abu Ridi (R), whose home in the Israeli-occupied West Bank village of Qusra is besieged by Israeli settlers, hugs his brother Hajj Wafik as he arrives to visit his mother at her home in the same village, south of the Palestinian city of Nablus, upon his arrival from the US, on August 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T04:59:10.623+04:00 US-Palestinian says 'terrified' as he returns to property besieged by settlers Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/canada-announces-50-billion-plan-to-boost-clean-energy-1.500644100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/2wijzcdq/Screenshot-2026-08-18-at-8.46.08-AM.png A hydroelectric facility in Canada. Hydropower provides more than 60 per cent of Canada’s electricity needs. Canada has the third-largest installed hydro capacity in the world, behind China and Brazil. Canada's existing infrastructure produces about 78,000 megawatts, with room to more than double hydropower generation, according to Canadian Geographic. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/xx6b8l6v/Canada-hydropower.png A map showing the location of Canada's more than 550 hydropower plants. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's office announced a CAN$70 billion ($50.5 billion) plan to rollout massive hydropower and wind generation projects in the eastern part of the country, in what is dubbed as "the largest clean energy investment in North American history." Gulf News en 2026-08-18T04:53:17.389+04:00 Canada announces $50 billion plan to boost clean energy Energy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/seizing-one-us-base-would-decide-war-against-largest-imperialist-army-iranian-hardliner-mp-1.500644140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/07/11/1.522288_119470464_16be0cc326f_large.jpg A file photo of Iranian ex-Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki, who is a current member of the Iranian parliament representing Tehran. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T04:44:14.912+04:00 Seizing one US base would decide war against ‘largest imperialist army’: Iranian hardliner MP Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/uae-strongly-condemns-iranian-drone-attack-on-iraqi-kurdistan-pms-office-1.500644138 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/pbqovubv/newsml_afp_com_20260817T182352Z_doc_c4vl49e.jpeg Masrour Barzani, Prime Minister of the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government, gives a press conference in the autonomous region's capital Erbil. File photo taken on June 25, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T04:22:16.760+04:00 UAE strongly condemns Iranian drone attack on Iraqi Kurdistan PM's office Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/jobs-in-the-uae-these-sectors-are-hiring-and-these-skills-could-get-you-noticed-1.500642793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/n06nm9jo/STAFFNAT_260312_Office_Rush_VSAKLANI_91773319834517.jpg Evening rush in Business Bay as office workers head home after work in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/exkh464h/fa71b568_4ede_42c0_943f_69274da385f8.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-26/xw9c4n68/nicki_press_2024_2.jpg Nicki Wilson, executive director at Genie Recruitment https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-07/1rlmmg3h/Sarah-Brooks.-Owner-Managing-Director-at-Fikrah-HR. Sarah Brooks. Owner & Managing Director at Fikrah HR. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T04:00:00.000+04:00 Jobs in the UAE: These sectors are hiring and these skills could get you noticed Markets, UAE jobs https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/why-the-philippines-maharlika-fund-should-look-at-heart-aerospace-1.500643115 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ice3ff1x/HEART-Aerospace.jpeg Heart Aerospace’s ES-30 hybrid and all-electric regional aircraft programme could align with several of those priorities, particularly transport connectivity, electrification and industrial development, while giving the Philippines exposure to a rapidly developing global market for electric regional aviation, according to Aviation.com. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T03:51:00.000+04:00 Why the Philippines’ Maharlika Fund should invest in Heart Aerospace Markets, Your Money, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/real-life-horror-show-discord-suspends-livestreams-in-brazil-after-teens-suicide-1.500644088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/50aoi3zj/newsml_afp_com_20260817T191356Z_doc_c4vn7nq.jpeg This photo illustration shows the logo of the US company Discord displayed on a smartphone and a screen in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T03:29:42.953+04:00 'Real-life horror show': Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil after teen's suicide Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/white-house-attacks-cnn-reporter-for-question-on-trump-aide-1.500644125 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-07/4bdbl3sk/newsml_afp_com_20250707T000000Z_PH_GTY_2223402818.jpeg CNN Senior White House Correspondent Kristen Holmes asks a question to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt during the daily press briefing in the Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House on July 7, 2025 in Washington, DC. Leavitt discussed the devastating flooding in Texas, today's visit by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the signing into law of U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill, and other topics. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T03:20:25.320+04:00 White House attacks CNN reporter for question on Trump aide Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/russia-summons-japan-ambassador-over-disputed-islands-row-1.500644117 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/op505et9/preview.jpg Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, visits the Secondary School named after the Hero of Russia Eduard Norpolov in Kurilsk on the Iturup Island, the largest of the Kuril Islands of Russia's fareast, on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-18T02:56:39.190+04:00 Russia summons Japan ambassador over disputed islands row Europe, Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iraq-iran-us-condemn-drone-attack-on-kurdistan-pms-office-as-sept-30-disarmament-deadline-looms-1.500644084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/pbqovubv/newsml_afp_com_20260817T182352Z_doc_c4vl49e.jpeg Masrour Barzani, Prime Minister of the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government, gives a press conference in the autonomous region's capital Arbil on June 25, 2025 Gulf News en 2026-08-18T02:41:58.597+04:00 Iraq, Iran, US condemn drone attack on Kurdistan PM's office, as Sept. 30 disarmament deadline looms Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-zimbabwe-conveys-condolences-over-victims-of-capsized-ferry-1.500644091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/qa8rfh89/gulfnews2026-06-15yjqns43tMOFA.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-17T23:56:59.599+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Zimbabwe, conveys condolences over victims of capsized ferry Government, Africa https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/nearly-10000-school-buses-ready-for-uae-students-1.500644086 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/h4zy0zj7/school-buses Around 10,000 school buses are equipped with safety and security systems. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T23:45:14.315+04:00 Nearly 10,000 school buses ready for UAE students Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/court-crime/tupac-shakurs-accused-killer-was-out-for-revenge-jury-hears-1.500644066 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/q0kv8aoz/39.jpg Duane Davis appears in court during opening arguments for his murder trial, related to the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T22:42:22.601+04:00 Tupac Shakur's accused killer was out for 'revenge', jury hears Court-Crime, Music https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/europe-job-scam-1700-aspiring-overseas-filipino-workers-ofws-rescued-1.500644058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/jkjy36u3/77692180310605424669363618792628479493159253n.jpg Authorities arrested Mazhoor Ubongin Khusin, also known as “Maz”, on July 20, 2026, in Mexico, Pampanga, in connection with the case. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T22:16:55.250+04:00 Europe job scam: 1,700 aspiring overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) rescued Philippines, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/pakistan-squash-star-sana-bahadur-makes-history-wins-first-psa-title-in-australia-1.500644055 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/xw7b0n34/Squash.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T22:02:37.366+04:00 Pakistan squash star Sana Bahadur makes history, wins first PSA title in Australia Sport, Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/europes-oldest-monarch-admitted-to-hospital-after-medical-examination-1.500644036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/w5z4pyne/Norway-king Harald, who turned 89 in February, is Europe’s oldest living monarch and has reigned since 1991. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T21:40:23.378+04:00 Europe’s oldest monarch admitted to hospital after medical examination Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/indias-ayush-shetty-shocks-world-no1-shi-yuqi-at-badminton-worlds-1.500644024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/yazzmzi0/38.jpg India's Ayush Shetty in action during BWF World Championship 2026 men's singles match against China's Shi Yuqi at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, in New Delhi. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T21:19:11.256+04:00 India’s Ayush Shetty shocks world No.1 Shi Yuqi at badminton worlds Sport, Badminton https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/babar-azams-availability-for-england-test-opener-hangs-in-balance-1.500644014 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/13/Copy-of-320493-01-02-1728818669027_192859f65fa_large.jpg Pakistan's Babar Azam gestures during the second day of the first Test cricket match against England at the Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan on October 8. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T21:03:08.797+04:00 Babar Azam’s availability for England Test opener hangs in balance Cricket, cricket, Pakistan, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-begins-disability-rights-inspections-with-fines-up-to-sar500000-1.500644004 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/m2d27reu/KSA Gulf News en 2026-08-17T20:48:08.182+04:00 Saudi Arabia begins disability rights inspections with fines up to SAR500,000 Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/technology/uae-targets-50-of-government-services-and-operations-to-be-powered-by-agentic-ai-1.500643982 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/gfk65d3g/IMG6863.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T20:15:53.803+04:00 UAE targets 50% of government services and operations to be powered by Agentic AI Technology, Government https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/believe-it-or-not-farmers-reject-dh97-million-offer-to-turn-family-land-into-ai-data-centre-1.500643932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/vtufn9oi/Data The decision ultimately became less about money than what would happen to land their family had farmed since the 19th century. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T20:05:56.615+04:00 Believe it or not: Farmers reject Dh97 million offer to turn family land into AI data centre Americas, Technology, America https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/15-killed-in-india-after-hotel-blaze-and-hindu-temple-stampede-1.500643954 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/0yzejfe4/India In Bihar, seven pilgrims were killed and 19 others injured when a stampede broke out at the Ashok Dham temple in Lakhisarai district, where thousands had gathered for prayers. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T20:04:57.322+04:00 15 killed in India after hotel blaze and Hindu temple stampede India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/iran-resumes-umrah-after-six-month-pause-with-18000-pilgrims-1.500643961 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/urr0njxf/Umrah The first phase will involve 18,000 pilgrims, while about five million holders of Umrah registration vouchers are currently waiting to make the pilgrimage. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T20:00:06.964+04:00 Iran resumes Umrah after six-month pause with 18,000 pilgrims Gulf, Saudi Arabia, umrah, Iran https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/new-era-59fifty-review-the-cap-that-never-goes-out-of-style-1.500638266 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/xeg3ayaj/neweracap-1.png Blue New Era cap styled with classic streetwear essentials. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T20:00:00.000+04:00 New Era 59FIFTY review: the cap that never goes out of style Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/mojtaba-khamenei-builds-hardline-team-for-war-abroad-unrest-at-home-1.500643840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/0tr0i9gu/ANI_20260720175011.jpg Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei and US President Donald Trump amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/1zwz0md6/Razaei-356012-hd.jpeg Mohsen Rezae has previously threatened to capture "at least 1,000 Americans as prisoners”. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T19:49:13.099+04:00 How Mojtaba Khamenei reshuffled his hardline team for long war, unrest at home Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-municipality-impounds-tankers-fines-operators-dh100000-each-over-illegal-wastewater-dumping-1.500643925 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/iik5k888/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-17-at-7.12.23-PM.jpeg A tanker that was used for the violation being towed away Gulf News en 2026-08-17T19:16:35.879+04:00 Dubai Municipality impounds tankers, fines operators Dh100,000 each over illegal wastewater dumping UAE, Environment, Health, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Municipality https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/most-expensive-falcon-of-2026-sells-for-346000-in-saudi-arabia-1.500643894 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ourulra7/KSA A pure gyrfalcon chick from the same Canadian farm sold for SAR150,000 after bidding opened at SAR40,000. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T19:04:02.556+04:00 Most expensive falcon of 2026 sells for $346,000 in Saudi Arabia Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/james-dacombe-just-became-europes-youngest-self-made-billionaire-1.500643910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/y3li6til/James The 25-year-old joined the billionaire ranks after London-based Olix raised $312 million in a funding round in early August, more than tripling its valuation in six months from just over $1 billion. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T19:03:05.228+04:00 James Dacombe just became Europe’s youngest self-made billionaire Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-zayed-grand-mosque-welcomes-31-million-guests-in-six-months-1.500643857 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ilvwl1kv/Shkh-Zayed-Mosque Friday prayers drew 98,469 worshippers, while 229,139 attended daily prayers. A further 533,687 people prayed at the mosque during Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T18:33:10.052+04:00 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque welcomes 3.1 million guests in six months UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/emirates-nbd-launches-uaes-first-transition-finance-framework-1.500643866 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/8r00gj0o/NBD The framework is designed for corporate and institutional clients whose activities may not yet qualify as “green”, but who are taking measurable steps to cut emissions, improve efficiency or adopt cleaner technologies. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T18:32:26.520+04:00 Emirates NBD launches UAE’s first Transition Finance Framework Banking, Emirates NBD https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-workshop-trains-industrial-workers-in-safer-hazardous-materials-handling-1.500643878 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/qp4sh272/PHOTO-2026-08-17-17-39-41.jpg The specialised session focused on storage, transport, emergency response and other practices to reduce risks to people, property and the environment. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T18:31:16.782+04:00 Abu Dhabi workshop trains industrial workers in safer hazardous materials handling Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rain-halts-india-push-after-sonal-dinusha-century-lifts-sri-lanka-1.500643187 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/tmomd12c/newsml_afp_com_20260817T111747Z_doc_c4uk7lt.jpeg Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha celebrates after scoring a century during the third day of the first Test match against India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T18:24:40.233+04:00 Rain halts India push after Sonal Dinusha century lifts Sri Lanka Cricket, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/egyptian-actor-dies-at-51-after-years-with-multiple-sclerosis-1.500643849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ek6q4kp8/Actor Amr's death brings to a close a career that began when he was a child in the mid-1980s and included appearances in a succession of Egyptian films. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T18:09:37.906+04:00 Egyptian actor dies at 51 after years with multiple sclerosis Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august-17-1.500643823 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/54ibnvks/newsml_afp_com_20260810T183345Z_doc_c4cf9t7.jpeg Iranians take a selfie along the shoreline as vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, in southern Iran on August 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T17:54:59.703+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know this evening (August 17) Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/opinion/sara-dutertes-2028-prospects-still-the-frontrunner-but-no-longer-invulnerable-1.500643136 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-05/36xisk9r/breakup-between-Philippine-president-marcos-jr-and-vice-president-sara-duterteArtboard-1.jpg Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., 68, and Vice President Sara Duterte, 48. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T17:42:40.895+04:00 Sara Duterte’s 2028 prospects: Still the frontrunner, but no longer invulnerable Opinion, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/travel/dubai-airport-opens-new-uber-and-careem-lounge-at-t3-1.500643804 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ygqm7vs0/Uber-Careem.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/gw5l2m2l/Saeed-Al-Nazari.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/f0rqj1jn/Tala_Nassouli.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/zcgz6lv6/Majid_Al_Joker.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T17:39:52.778+04:00 Dubai airport opens new Uber and Careem lounge at T3 Travel, Dubai International Airport (DXB) https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-heavy-congestion-hits-deira-dubai-airport-and-sharjah-routes-1.500643820 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/pejgyt8g/gulfnews2026-06-23n8gucz3igulfnews2026-02-12h90geoevWhatsApp-Image-2026-02-12-at-7.52.34-AM.avif Motorists are advised to check live navigation services before setting out. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T17:38:40.063+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Heavy congestion hits Deira, Dubai Airport and Sharjah routes Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/ministry-of-higher-education-of-côte-divoire-eyes-1-billion-investment-in-higher-education-sector-from-sanjeev-mansotras-planet-one-group-1.500643809 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/qgr8jnho/Article-Photo-1.png Gulf News en 2026-08-17T17:28:15.809+04:00 Ministry of Higher Education of Côte d’Ivoire eyes $1 billion investment In higher education sector from Sanjeev Mansotra’s Planet One Group Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-upgrades-al-marabea-street-to-ease-traffic-and-cut-journey-times-1.500643776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/eozje40b/Al-Marabea’-Street1.JPG RTA says the 1.1km road upgrade has increased capacity by 30% and reduced peak-hour travel times by up to 30%. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/sr4xvhzb/Al-Marabea’-Street2.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/2g03dlqg/Al-Marabea’-Street3.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-17T17:01:55.762+04:00 Dubai upgrades Al Marabea’ Street to ease traffic and cut journey times Transport, RTA, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/back-to-school-in-the-uae-traffic-fines-and-violations-drivers-need-to-know-1.500643736 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/awtw0q53/school-bus.jpg Picture used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:55:29.201+04:00 Back to school in the UAE: Traffic fines and violations drivers need to know Living-Transport, Transport, UAE traffic fines https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-minister-bollywood-actor-join-hundreds-of-indian-expats-to-pledge-loyalty-to-nation-1.500643678 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/18lcg00x/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-16-at-10.12.13-PM.jpeg From right to left: Dr E Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, Jitendra Vaidya, Suniel Shetty, Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, Dr Deepak Mittal, his wife DR Alpna Mittal and Siddharth Balachandran lead the pledge of loyalty and commitment to the UAE. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/n6ac6juv/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_16_at_10_12_07_PM.jpeg Top Indian diplomats and Indian expats attending the event take the Viksit Bharat pledge https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/fp9wllsi/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-16-at-10.12.18-PM.jpeg A performance by children of determination pays tribute to India https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ti2wv3z7/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_16_at_10_12_05_PM.jpeg Another highlight was a special historical character presentation featuring portrayals of figures from India's past and Prime Minister Modi. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:48:47.497+04:00 UAE minister, Bollywood actor join hundreds of Indian expats to pledge loyalty to nation UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Dubai, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/egypt-warns-citizens-against-fake-oman-job-offers-using-tourist-visas-1.500643734 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/yla92wfb/Egyptian-Embassy-in-Oman.jpeg The embassy said a large number of Egyptian citizens had fallen victim to fraudsters who promised employment or claimed they could secure jobs after their arrival in the Sultanate. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:41:22.499+04:00 Egypt warns citizens against fake Oman job offers using tourist visas Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/galgotias-university-students-are-building-apps-that-solve-real-problems-now-featured-by-apple-1.500643743 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/6kdn1ccv/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:39:14.096+04:00 Galgotias University students are building apps that solve real problems, now featured by Apple Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/major-change-what-pakistans-new-chipless-id-card-means-for-you-1.500643751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/lc1ssmpm/nadra-image.jpg The change, which took effect on August 14, is aimed at making identity verification more practical while reducing Pakistan’s reliance on imported technology. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:38:03.906+04:00 Major change: What Pakistan’s new chipless ID card means for you Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-to-welcome-21000-participants-from-165-countries-for-dihad-2026-1.500643737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/iov5yng1/DIHAD-D1-Exhibition-29.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:36:26.258+04:00 Dubai to welcome 21,000 participants from 165 countries for DIHAD 2026 Markets https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/al-dobowi-group-five-decades-of-growth-and-diversification-1.500643733 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/x2n4ed2f/Al-Dobowi.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:28:18.847+04:00 Al Dobowi Group: Five decades of growth and diversification GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dp-world-reaches-key-milestone-in-800m-port-of-tartous-investment-in-syria-1.500643725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/i2xmcst0/DP-WORLD.jpg DP World has delivered three Mobile Harbour Cranes at Syria’s Port of Tartous as part of its $800 million investment programme. Select 79 more words to run Humanizer. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:21:44.141+04:00 DP World reaches key milestone in $800m Port of Tartous investment in Syria Markets, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-summer-heat-to-gradually-ease-as-suhail-rises-on-august-24-1.500643698 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/rw3ww9ex/download.webp Suhail’s appearance has long been associated in Arab tradition with seasonal changes. Farmers begin preparing for the coming agricultural season, while fish move closer to the coast as sea temperatures gradually decline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/2qre87hh/OPN_200813_UAE_WEATHER_173e6f343c2_original_ratio.jpg From Friday, temperatures are expected to decline slightly as low clouds develop over the eastern coast. Humid conditions overnight and into Saturday morning could lead to mist formation across some coastal and inland areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:13:42.818+04:00 UAE summer heat to gradually ease as Suhail rises on August 24 Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/indian-rap-is-seeing-more-women-step-behind-the-mic-1.500643677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/rmbllus8/Su260815IndiaRapperLeadKrantinaariSAF23RARTLP-22.jpg Mumbai-based musician Ashwini Hiremath, aka Krantinaari, raps in Hindi, English and Kannada https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/d7m0pyn1/Su260815IndiaRapperIrfanaRakkamma-14.jpeg Irfana Hameed’s latest remix of A.R. Rahman’s classic Kuchi Kuchi Rakkamma is climbing the charts https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/lkkp5blq/Su_260815_India_Rapper_Devanshi_InShot_20260503_212747716.jpg Eighteen-year-old rapper Devanshi! released her debut, Tarana Trap, in May Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:07:12.427+04:00 Indian rap is seeing more women step behind the mic GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/labubu-blind-box-review-the-bag-charm-everyone-is-chasing-1.500637384 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ut3mg0w5/labubu-1.png A colorful blind box unboxing scene features collectible bag charms and plush figures. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T16:00:00.000+04:00 Labubu blind box review: the bag charm everyone is chasing Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/iran-deadline-is-over-what-does-trump-do-now-1.500643632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/rli7ki7b/newsml_afp_com_20260816T213635Z_doc_c4tj86h.jpeg US President Donald Trump walks to his motorcade after exiting Marine One on the Ellipse near the White House on August 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:51:26.469+04:00 Iran 60-day deadline has passed. What does Trump do now? Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistan-women-begin-asia-cup-preparations-ahead-of-uae-showdown-1.500643654 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ksxrf50g/Pak-women.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:45:16.654+04:00 Pakistan Women begin Asia Cup preparations ahead of UAE showdown Cricket, ASIA CUP, cricket, Pakistan, Asia Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-thaikkudam-bridge-turned-dubai-arena-into-a-red-mundu-rock-rager-of-malayalam-nostalgia-for-keralites-in-uae-1.500643458 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/p9c5bbnz/Thaikkudam-Bridge-122.jpg A look at the insanely talented group, Thaikkudam Bridge https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/sxkh6poy/Thaikkudam-Bridge-55.jpg Thaikuddam Bridge were a part of the trio who performed with Benny Dayal and Usha Uthup on August 15th in Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/jao39y7w/Thaikkudam-Bridge-33.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/cxotiu1j/Thaikkudam-Bridge-9.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:29:50.189+04:00 How Thaikkudam Bridge turned Dubai arena into a red-mundu rock rager of Malayalam nostalgia for keralites in UAE Entertainment, South-Indian, India, Music, UAE, kerala, Dubai, Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-and-sultan-of-oman-discuss-bilateral-ties-and-regional-developments-2-1.500643617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/zt4citvi/20260817ANAN12383.jpg Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (center R) receives HM Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, Sultan of Oman (center L). Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:28:51.901+04:00 UAE President and Sultan of Oman discuss bilateral ties and regional developments Government, Oman, UAE, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/mohammad-nabis-son-hassan-earns-maiden-afghanistan-call-up-for-asian-games-1.500643611 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/qvn7vnfv/Afghan.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:20:53.590+04:00 Mohammad Nabi’s son Hassan earns maiden Afghanistan call-up for Asian Games Cricket, cricket, Asia Cup, Afghanistan https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/5-laptop-accessories-every-student-needs-in-2026-1.500643521 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/p51c55wf/noon-laptop-accessories.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/3umftynt/HP-150-Wireless-USB-Mouse https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/1jjj3m4a/Lenovo-T210-Laptop-Bag https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/dmid95xb/Screenshot-2026-08-17-at-2.50.14-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/9xha4fep/e2d43cfd-36f9-49e8-a846-3b1b2a5f86dc.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/fnvmmlw7/51379713-8bf0-47e8-b703-aba61382f4b8.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:20:33.941+04:00 5 laptop accessories every student needs in 2026 Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldos-final-season-everything-he-can-still-achieve-1.500643587 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/6n8gi15f/200909_Ronaldo_174706f2e42_large.jpg Given the man he is Cristiano Ronaldo will want to leave the game at the top https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/uovyolcy/newsml_afp_com_20260521T212927Z_doc_b3nf7wc.jpeg Ronaldo finally ended his trophy drought at Al Nassr last season when the club won the league title https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/m1spllc9/newsml_afp_com_20250610T081723Z_doc_49qr6wd.jpeg Ronaldo has a great record in the UEFA Nations League having already won the trophy twice https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/nwto1nya/preview.jpg Ronaldo wants to be the first player to have officially reached the 1,000 goals landmark Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:06:14.312+04:00 Ronaldo’s final season: Everything he can still achieve Sport, Football, Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Pro League, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-economic-zones-hit-96-occupancy-company-count-rises-13-1.500643597 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-07/wz60yghe/DIEZ.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T15:05:47.705+04:00 Dubai economic zones hit 96% occupancy, company count rises 13% Markets, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/yash-breaks-down-the-math-behind-ramayanas-rs-40-billion-budget-if-the-film-is-nice-the-audience-would-bless-it-1.500643584 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/7p3i2o83/202504203383128.jpg Yash plays Ravana in the film. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:56:38.811+04:00 Yash breaks down the math behind Ramayana's Rs 40 billion budget: 'If the film is nice, the audience would bless it' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/tax-star-raises-175m-seed-round-to-scale-as-a-pre-approved-accredited-service-provider-for-uae-e-invoicing-1.500643578 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/r3sqv7g3/PHOTO-2026-08-17-14-49-44.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:49:21.724+04:00 Tax Star raises $1.75m seed round to scale as a pre-approved accredited service provider for UAE e-invoicing Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/education-strengthens-ties-between-hainan-province-and-the-uae-1.500643403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/l1vrc64z/Episode-2.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:25:27.551+04:00 Education strengthens ties between Hainan Province and the UAE GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/from-coffee-to-dates-food-tells-a-story-of-close-connection-1.500643413 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/n2fhxsa8/Episode-3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:25:12.282+04:00 From coffee to dates, food tells a story of close connection GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/from-fish-farms-to-electric-vehicles-sustainability-as-key-to-development-1.500643442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/rmlo53cd/WechatIMG7422.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:24:56.132+04:00 From fish farms to electric vehicles, sustainability as key to development GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/a-new-chapter-in-global-trade-and-economic-connectivity-1.500643453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/f7owizbv/WechatIMG7411.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:24:22.081+04:00 A new chapter in global trade and economic connectivity GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-emirates-nbd-customers-can-now-split-payments-interest-free-at-checkout-1.500643542 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/qxmdasvo/Stock___Credit_card_181fbb14fc2_original_ratio.jpg The latest rollout means eligible Emirates NBD credit cardholders can use the instalment option at participating merchants without having to apply for a separate instalment facility. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:24:01.061+04:00 UAE: Emirates NBD customers can now split payments interest-free at checkout Banking, Emirates NBD, UAE Central Bank, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/hainan-and-dubai-explore-new-opportunities-in-tourism-and-wellness-1.500643386 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/1wtf3rqn/WechatIMG7408.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:24:00.975+04:00 Hainan and Dubai explore new opportunities in tourism and wellness GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/salama-h1-profit-more-than-triples-to-dh283-million-1.500643543 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/06/STOCK-job-unemployment-insurance-_185879d593b_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:23:10.296+04:00 SALAMA H1 profit more than triples to Dh28.3 million Banking, Insurance https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-driver-gets-6-months-in-jail-dh100000-fine-for-driving-against-the-flow-of-traffic-1.500643544 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-23/wow3xtwg/Jail Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:22:27.066+04:00 Abu Dhabi driver gets 6 months in jail, Dh100,000 fine for driving against the flow of traffic UAE https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/life/vcu-arts-qatar-stages-collateral-exhibition-during-the-venice-biennale-exploring-the-thresholds-of-perception-1.500643536 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/aszb3ci6/DSC00927-edit.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/2zxv8foy/DSC01242.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/clev5kj6/Photo-4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/eh6ja96r/DSC01030.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:15:07.177+04:00 VCU Arts Qatar stages collateral exhibition during the Venice Biennale exploring the thresholds of perception Life, The Kurator https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/saud-shakeel-backs-pakistan-spinners-to-thrive-in-england-heat-1.500643537 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ptxfe06k/newsml_afp_com_20260804T220247Z_doc_c3yf469.jpeg Bowler Sajid Khan (R) of Pakistan walks off the pitch with temmates at stumps on the third day of the second Test match between West Indies and Pakistan at Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, on August 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T14:12:36.012+04:00 Saud Shakeel backs Pakistan spinners to thrive in England heat Cricket, cricket, Pakistan, UK https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/ministry-of-higher-education-automatically-recognises-qualifications-of-graduates-from-41-universities-across-uae-1.500643475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/kasfpkp7/j2w06d4e1ka10gcpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:58:02.091+04:00 Ministry of Higher Education automatically recognises qualifications of graduates from 41 universities across UAE Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-starts-hajj-2027-planning-with-75-countries-1.500643502 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/bgr715ey/Hajj-pilgrimage.jpg The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said the meetings focus on preparations for Hajj 2027 and include reviews of operational plans submitted by Hajj affairs offices from participating countries. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:55:17.668+04:00 Saudi Arabia starts Hajj 2027 planning with 75 countries Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/c1s2yb0-uaeus-national-space-science-and-technology-centre-1.500643445 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/lxr3bitt/iz106d4d1ka0zytpo.jpg The SEO mission will provide data for environmental planning and decision-making. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:41:18.162+04:00 UAE space centre launches SEO satellite aboard Chinese rocket Government https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-ai-generated-content-may-soon-carry-invisible-watermarks-1.500643490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/5gqgkkem/AI-content-generation Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:33:36.909+04:00 Techie Tonic: AI-generated content may soon carry invisible watermarks Technology https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/masdar-windfarm-clears-major-milestone-to-power-13-million-uk-homes-1.500643472 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/m0dpehlg/87706d4c1ka0zetpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:32:15.326+04:00 Masdar windfarm clears major milestone to power 1.3 million UK homes Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/indonesias-81st-independence-day-celebrated-in-abu-dhabi-with-vibrant-cultural-display-1.500643482 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/uib8b0qm/INDONESIA-IND-DAY-166.jpg Members of the Indonesian community in the UAE gathered at the Indonesian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to mark Indonesia’s 81st Independence Anniversary. Ambassador Judha Nugraha joined the ceremony, as participants in batik, tenun, songket, ikat and other traditional attire showcased Indonesia’s rich cultural diversity and unity. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/wode3k4v/Indonesia’s-Independence-Day-celebrated-in-Abu-Dhabi Members of the Indonesian community in the UAE gathered at the Indonesian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to mark Indonesia’s 81st Independence Anniversary. Ambassador Judha Nugraha joined the ceremony, as participants in batik, tenun, songket, ikat and other traditional attire showcased Indonesia’s rich cultural diversity and unity. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/liaypnw9/Indonesia’s-Independence-Day-celebrated-in-Abu-Dhabi Members of the Indonesian community in the UAE gathered at the Indonesian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to mark Indonesia’s 81st Independence Anniversary. Ambassador Judha Nugraha joined the ceremony, as participants in batik, tenun, songket, ikat and other traditional attire showcased Indonesia’s rich cultural diversity and unity. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/yazs1m6s/Indonesia’s-Independence-Day-celebrated-in-Abu-Dhabi Members of the Indonesian community in the UAE gathered at the Indonesian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to mark Indonesia’s 81st Independence Anniversary. Ambassador Judha Nugraha joined the ceremony, as participants in batik, tenun, songket, ikat and other traditional attire showcased Indonesia’s rich cultural diversity and unity. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/rdw3iqcw/Indonesia’s-Independence-Day-celebrated-in-Abu-Dhabi Members of the Indonesian community in the UAE gathered at the Indonesian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to mark Indonesia’s 81st Independence Anniversary. Ambassador Judha Nugraha joined the ceremony, as participants in batik, tenun, songket, ikat and other traditional attire showcased Indonesia’s rich cultural diversity and unity. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:32:12.095+04:00 Indonesia’s 81st Independence Day celebrated in Abu Dhabi with vibrant cultural display people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/is-the-english-premier-league-losing-its-sheen-1.500643479 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-08/6kn0yrn3/preview.jpg Manchester City's Erling Haaland Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:26:08.126+04:00 Is the English Premier League losing its sheen? Football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/i-lost-half-of-my-soul-how-hayden-panettiere-carried-the-grief-after-brothers-death-in-2023-1.500643224 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/dpp78wtp/hayden.avif Like his sister, Jansen had built a career as a child actor. His death was caused by aortic valve complications tied to an undiagnosed enlarged hear Gulf News en 2026-08-17T13:00:00.000+04:00 'I lost half of my soul': How Hayden Panettiere carried the grief after brother's death in 2023 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/cbd-app-lets-customers-make-payments-from-accounts-held-with-other-banks-1.500643437 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/3/25/1_16a084b2d93.2193981_2235669740_16a084b2d93_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:59:22.378+04:00 CBD app lets customers make payments from accounts held with other banks Banking https://gulfnews.com/sport/abu-dhabi-ufc-333-championship-fights-tickets-more-1.500643436 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/xdzwtqlh/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-17-at-10.56.37-1.jpeg UFC announce stacked line-up of fights for Abu Dhabi event https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/u6yxqhdc/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_17_at_10_56_37.jpeg The Etihad Arena once again hosts a huge UFC event Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:57:23.098+04:00 Abu Dhabi UFC 333: Championship fights, tickets & more Sport, UAE, UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/technology/samsung-galaxy-s27-leaks-are-coming-in-thick-and-fast-camera-prices-and-what-to-believe-1.500643358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-03/ikkmy1ls/Screenshot-2026-02-03-at-5.31.31-PM.png Galaxy S26 Ultra, dropped on February 25, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:30:00.000+04:00 Samsung Galaxy S27 leaks are coming in thick and fast: Camera, prices and what to believe Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/food/singapore-cafe-serves-up-coffee-with-a-side-of-rain-1.500643382 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/crrn34ai/Sweet-Little-Rain This drink is called Sweet Little Rain Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:20:06.066+04:00 Singapore cafe serves up coffee with a side of 'rain' Food, Lifestyle, Offbeat https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/indias-healthcare-ambition-goes-beyond-affordable-treatment-1.500643370 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/kxoutd9y/Su260815IndiaHealthlead-imageshutterstock2619275913.jpg Digital health is expanding access and transforming care across India https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/e8c4papo/Dr_Sangita_Reddy__Joint_Managing_Director__Apollo_Hospitals.jpg Dr Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/z5mgq8x0/shutterstock2795277077Editorial-use-only.jpg From advanced surgery to precision medicine, India is driving healthcare innovation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/bqcbu0ml/Dr__Azad_Moopen__Founder_Chairman__Aster_DM_Healthcare.jpg Dr Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/a4o0mp72/Sudarshan_Jain__Secretary_General__Indian_Pharmaceutical_Alliance.jpg Sudarshan Jain, Secretary General of the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/9t78v6zm/Manjiri_Gharat.jpeg Manjiri Gharat, International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) India Envoy Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:15:39.908+04:00 India's healthcare ambition goes beyond affordable treatment GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-arshdeep-singh-spotted-holding-hands-with-girlfriend-samreen-1.500643376 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-26/89dbe6og/ANI_20260726164748.jpg Arshdeep Singh and Samreen Kaur Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:12:50.026+04:00 Watch: Arshdeep Singh spotted holding hands with girlfriend Samreen Cricket, Entertainment, Lifestyle, cricket, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-boosts-airport-readiness-as-holiday-travellers-return-1.500643361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/16lijgut/Dubai-airport.jpg Operational readiness is in place across Dubai airports airports to handle an expected influx of citizens, residents and visitors returning from holidays, with additional staff and smart-gate capacity deployed to speed up procedures. Measures include redeploying personnel, assigning additional technical support teams and operating smart gates at maximum capacity. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:09:10.027+04:00 Dubai boosts airport readiness as holiday travellers return Aviation, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-marble-waste-dump-becomes-unlikely-tourist-attraction-2-1.500643359 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/8wsss820/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072233Z_doc_c4tr9zr.jpeg A young boy walks atop mounds of marble dust at the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/1omcawlg/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072233Z_doc_c4tr964.jpeg Tourists visit the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city on August 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/nj2pg5lv/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072234Z_doc_c4tt2g4.jpeg A man takes photographs at the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city on August 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/fzrhfn43/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072233Z_doc_c4tt2nr.jpeg A visitor rides a horse at the the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city on August 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/8a6s5zdl/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072233Z_doc_c4tt3ke.jpeg Tourists visit the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city on August 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/p18fk02b/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072233Z_doc_c4tt2nq.jpeg A man poses for a photograph at the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city on August 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/l79ax9ih/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072233Z_doc_c4tt363.jpeg Tourists visit the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city on August 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/anivz0k3/newsml_afp_com_20260817T072232Z_doc_c4tr9zq.jpeg A family poses for a photograph at the marble-waste dumping yard in Rajasthan's Kishangarh city on August 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T12:05:12.196+04:00 Indian marble waste dump becomes unlikely tourist attraction India, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/india-sets-its-sights-on-global-sporting-power-1.500643329 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/1b7lfqzw/Lead103994035.jpg Sustained investment and reform are driving its boldest sporting transformation yet https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/uwbvp67w/PT_107440354.jpg P.T. Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/s77yn76b/Somayanew.jpg M.M. Somaya, India’s captain for field hockey at the 1988 Seoul Olympics https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/a5dczlre/Joydeepshooting.jpg Joydeep Karmakar, 2010 Commonwealth Games gold medallist shooter Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:56:40.379+04:00 India sets its sights on global sporting power GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-banks-post-dh908-billion-profit-assets-climb-to-dh53-trillion-1.500643349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/l3ki4kvy/AUD.jpg A view of Abu Dhabi skyline. Daily coordination meetings held to ensure services continue without disruption across the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:53:00.966+04:00 UAE banks post Dh90.8 billion profit, assets climb to Dh5.3 trillion Banking https://gulfnews.com/sport/transfer-news-barca-land-rodri-barcola-wants-liverpool-city-keen-on-fernandez-1.500643328 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/hcp6tvrj/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-17-2026-114125-AM.png Things are hotting up in the transfer market https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/1am8800l/newsml_afp_com_20260513T205934Z_doc_b2rz899.jpeg Along with their interest in Barcola, Liverpool are also monitoring Mbaye https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/4125ec0i/newsml_afp_com_20260815T143036Z_doc_c4qn4yt.jpeg Chelsea fans boo'd their Argentinian midfielder as he came on as a substitute in their recent pre-season friendly Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:51:38.870+04:00 Transfer news: Barca land Rodri, Barcola wants Liverpool, City keen on Fernandez Sport, Football, football, Liverpool, Manchester City, Barcelona, Chelsea https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/ronaldo-drops-retirement-bombshell-after-world-cup-heartbreak-my-last-year-of-football-1.500642885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/p74a1im4/ronaldo.PNG Ronaldo weighs retirement while mapping post-football travels and padel https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/jfsyeoyw/ronaldo.PNG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/c6v1ak7c/HP2e9PGWEAACO33.jpg Legend eyes farewell season as he plans life beyond the pitch with family Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:49:07.189+04:00 Ronaldo drops retirement bombshell after World Cup heartbreak: ‘My last year of football' Football, football, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/madani-tickets-for-bahrain-f1-gp-at-sepang-sold-out-1.500643348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-26/7c89p2h6/newsml_afp_com_20260726T113638Z_doc_c38e9nr.jpeg Then Mercedes' British driver Lewis Hamilton leads the pack during the Formula One Malaysia Grand Prix in Sepang on October 1, 2017. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:47:59.382+04:00 Madani tickets for Bahrain F1 GP at Sepang sold out Motorsport, Formula-One, Formula1, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/indonesia-earthquake-death-toll-rises-to-54-as-rescuers-race-to-reach-devastated-flores-communities-1.500643298 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/s8sxmtn4/preview.jpg Motorists ride past a building that collapsed during an earthquake in Reo, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia, Monday, Aug. 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/qoirnkxe/ANI_20260817064531.jpeg Visual of damage caused due to earthquake in Indonesia (Photo/Reuters) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/8tz2hm53/newsml_afp_com_20260816T090148Z_doc_c4rp4df.jpeg This handout picture taken and released on August 16, 2026 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows rescuers evacuating a villager on Indonesia's eastern Flores island, East Nusa Tenggara, a day after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/cy9acohw/newsml_afp_com_20260816T041846Z_doc_c4rf47v.jpeg This handout picture taken and released on August 16, 2026 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows rescuers conducting operations at Mbay city in Nagekeo, East Nusa Tenggara, a day after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Indonesia's eastern Flores island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/k8dc8k5n/newsml_afp_com_20260816T013330Z_doc_c4rd6qj.jpeg Villagers look on after spending the night in an open field in Nangahale village in Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara, on August 16, 2026, after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Indonesia's eastern Flores island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/36naq87l/newsml_afp_com_20260816T013330Z_doc_c4rd6qr.jpeg Villagers look on after spending the night in an open field in Nangahale village in Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara, on August 16, 2026, after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Indonesia's eastern Flores island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/4oo1g5xj/newsml_afp_com_20260815T105059Z_doc_c4qe9b2.jpeg Help could not come soon enough on Sunday for thousands of evacuees on Indonesia's Flores island after a powerful earthquake killed 53 people, injured dozens and damaged hundreds of houses and buildings. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/v0i4tvdk/newsml_afp_com_20260815T052222Z_doc_c4q34rv.jpeg A rescue team searches for victims in the ruins of the Laurensius Say Port in Maumere, Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara on August 15, 2026, after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores Island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/xra52v1p/newsml_afp_com_20260815T052222Z_doc_c4q34rr.jpeg A rescue team searches for victims in the ruins of the Laurensius Say Port in Maumere, Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara on August 15, 2026, after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores Island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/x0ty72j1/newsml_afp_com_20260815T052222Z_doc_c4q34ru.jpeg A rescue team searches for victims in the ruins of the Laurensius Say Port in Maumere, Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara on August 15, 2026, after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores Island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/cne2ry69/newsml_afp_com_20260815T052222Z_doc_c4q34rt.jpeg A rescue team searches for victims in the ruins of the Laurensius Say Port in Maumere, Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara on August 15, 2026, after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores Island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/1179m3gs/newsml_afp_com_20260816T085206Z_doc_c4rm3g8.jpeg This handout picture taken and released on August 16, 2026 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows rescuers evacuating a villager on a stretcher on Indonesia's eastern Flores island, East Nusa Tenggara, a day after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:47:51.483+04:00 Indonesia earthquake: Death toll rises to 54 as rescuers race to reach devastated Flores communities Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-imposes-omr324-million-in-fines-over-labour-violations-nearly-3000-deported-1.500643307 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/10/15/1_16a081e222d.1912916_2675206911_16a081e222d_large.jpg The inspections identified 11,172 workers in violation of labour regulations, with 4,680 cases referred to the Public Prosecution for legal action. A total of 2,944 workers were deported following enforcement procedures. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:38:25.858+04:00 Oman imposes OMR3.24 million in fines over labour violations, nearly 3,000 deported Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-launches-innovation-charter-with-9-commitments-to-sustainability-1.500643316 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-24/x832wsvb/Environment-agency.jpg Environment Agency, Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:27:01.688+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches Innovation Charter with 9 commitments to sustainability UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/know-your-artist-from-ruby-el-esseily-and-pousi-to-sonu-nigam-5-acts-hitting-the-uae-to-book-soon-1.500643260 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/mdocx83u/Untitled-design.jpg Egyptian stars Ruby, Mahmoud El Esseily and Pousi are set to take the stage at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Friday, August 28th https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/s2f33rp1/Sonu_Nigam___Don_t_mess_with_a_mad_man__17406ecc034_original_ratio.jpg Three decades deep into a career that's shaped the sound of Bollywood, Sonu Nigam isn't short on material to choose from https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/xrm5eo4y/202603233717585.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/feb4f60t/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-045457-PM.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:24:00.996+04:00 Know your artist: From Ruby, El Esseily and Pousi to Sonu Nigam — 5 acts hitting the UAE to book soon Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-shubman-gills-stunning-catch-leaves-fans-in-awe-1.500643314 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/uabdqq68/newsml_afp_com_20260817T060612Z_doc_c4tu27k.jpeg India's captain Shubman Gill (R) and teammate Kuldeep Yadav (C) celebrate after taking the wicket of Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis during the third day of the first Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:22:12.236+04:00 Watch: Shubman Gill’s stunning catch leaves fans in awe Cricket, cricket, india, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/business/summer-road-trips-why-small-safety-habits-can-make-a-big-difference-2-1.500643273 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/r46u51bn/shutterstock2462890131.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/p8qr4pi7/Avinash.jpg Avinash Babur, CEO of InsuranceMarket.ae Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:12:31.397+04:00 Summer road trips: Why small safety habits can make a big difference Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/ferraris-first-electric-car-sells-for-record-40-million-at-auction-1.500643289 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/cdetqbzp/Capture.PNG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/rh9gdmt5/Capture1.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-17T11:02:17.199+04:00 Ferrari’s first electric car sells for record $40 million at auction Retail, Auto Care https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/new-59-quake-hits-indonesias-flores-region-death-toll-from-earlier-tremor-rises-to-54-1.500643277 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/qoirnkxe/ANI_20260817064531.jpeg Visual of damage caused due to earthquake in Indonesia (Photo/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:55:43.333+04:00 New 5.9 quake hits Indonesia's Flores region; Death toll from earlier tremor rises to 54 Asia https://gulfnews.com/sport/mcilroy-felt-lost-as-scheffler-wins-st-jude-1.500643278 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/1j6go852/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-17-2026-105231-AM.png It was a tournament to forget for McIlroy while Scheffler prevailed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ykgrphp2/newsml_afp_com_20260814T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290491161.jpeg McIlroy drops his club after his shot from the ninth tee during the second round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/33onwmy4/newsml_afp_com_20260816T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290770514.jpeg Scheffler reacts to his putt on the 18th green during the final round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:55:17.029+04:00 McIlroy felt “lost” as Scheffler wins St Jude Sport, Golf-in-UAE, UAE Golf, Rory McIlroy https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-becomes-first-in-world-to-approve-new-oral-vitiligo-drug-1.500643267 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/bl9dv7bp/vitiligo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:46:15.839+04:00 UAE becomes first in world to approve new oral vitiligo drug UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/why-the-usiran-deal-collapsed-and-what-intercepted-messages-say-tehran-is-planning-next-1.500643220 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/9yuwqoey/202608123900554.jpg Houthis claimed attacks on a Saudi ship near Bab Al Mandab Strait, while at least 3 tankers operated by ADNOC came under attack by Iran near Hormuz Strait. A US congressional report states that the interlinkage of the conflict inside Yemen, Saudi-Houthi confrontation, and the US-Iran conflict is complicating efforts to deescalate or resolve each individual situation. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-06/etms9u33/newsml_afp_com_20260706T120148Z_doc_b9de3v9.jpeg Mourners gather around one of the vehicles in the funeral procession for Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei at Azadi Square in Tehran on July 6, 2026, displaying on its side a banner depicting slain or late figures including Khamenei, former Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi, former Iranian foreign minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, former Iranian security chief Ali Larijani, Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) commander Qassem Soleimani, Lebanese Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, and other IRGC commanders. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:30:08.943+04:00 Why the US–Iran deal collapsed — and what intercepted messages say Tehran is planning next Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/yo-yo-honey-singh-turns-front-row-fan-as-lucky-alis-nostalgic-dubai-concert-captivates-arena-1.500643239 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/5e0ymso0/LuckyAliada964330e.jpg Lucky Ali https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/onbdlx1h/20250720130F.jpg Yo Yo Honey Singh reveals he made beats for ‘Payal’ in 2007, used in 2024 Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:26:51.601+04:00 Yo Yo Honey Singh turns front-row fan as Lucky Ali’s nostalgic Dubai concert captivates arena Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/extremely-shocked-and-disappointed-swans-ceo-after-alleged-sexual-assault-1.500643252 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/dmxxwveo/Swans.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:26:36.940+04:00 Extremely shocked and disappointed: Swans CEO after alleged sexual assault Sport, Australia https://gulfnews.com/business/property/nakheel-begins-handover-of-892-homes-at-jebel-ali-village-1.500643237 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/tgmihl6e/Jebel-Ali-Village.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:10:06.584+04:00 Nakheel begins handover of 892 homes at Jebel Ali Village Property https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-backpack-fit-matters-to-a-growing-back-for-kids-1.500638309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/faag0fm5/ergonomicschool-1.png The image compares proper and poor backpack fit for a child’s growing back. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T10:00:00.000+04:00 Why backpack fit matters to a growing back for kids Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/abu-dhabi-sovereign-investor-limad-moves-to-acquire-up-to-100-of-ad-ports-group-1.500643232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/07/07/Stock-AD-Ports-Group-8_181d913ef6b_large.jpg AD Ports Group has expanded its reach beyond the UAE significantly, while working on an industry cluster approach at its vast hub in Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T09:59:34.231+04:00 Abu Dhabi sovereign investor L’IMAD moves to acquire up to 100% of AD Ports Group Markets, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/what-a-night-at-lords-sanjiv-goenkas-message-after-manchester-super-giants-the-hundred-triumph-1.500643227 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/6ntslklb/Hundred.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T09:55:27.866+04:00 What a night at Lord’s: Sanjiv Goenka’s message after Manchester Super Giants’ The Hundred triumph Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singhs-father-reaches-out-to-film-body-over-don-3-row-as-pralay-goes-on-floors-1.500643202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-11/6ibbsfud/Ranveer-Singh-and-Farhan-Akhtar Ranveer Singh’s patch-up attempt was allegedly rejected by Farhan and Zoya Akhtar Gulf News en 2026-08-17T09:30:00.000+04:00 Ranveer Singh's father reaches out to film body over Don 3 row as Pralay goes on floors Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-majors-reap-93-billion-q2-profits-as-iran-war-drives-energy-windfall-1.500643200 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/29/Copy-of-2022-12-28T174342Z_1166128521_RC2LAW9X3ZKX_RTRMADP_3_EXXON-MOBIL-EU-1672307776701_1855d4f9cca_large.jpg The combined profits of eight of the world’s largest oil producers hit $93 billion in the second quarter of 2026, from under $50 billion in the second quarter of 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T09:16:59.778+04:00 Oil majors reap $93 billion Q2 profits as Iran war drives energy windfall Energy https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-climb-close-to-august-high-what-buyers-are-paying-now-1.500643196 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-02/wfisf1xb/DubaiGold Gulf News en 2026-08-17T09:12:24.611+04:00 Dubai gold prices climb close to August high, what buyers are paying now Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iranian-army-chief-offers-30000-bounty-for-killing-or-capturing-us-soldiers-doubles-reward-for-women-1.500643114 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/n8zaprsq/ANI_20260817030230.jpg Iranian Army Chief Amir Hatami (File Photo/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-08-17T09:05:29.691+04:00 Iranian army chief offers $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers, doubles reward for women Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/marvels-biggest-post-credits-teases-that-still-havent-paid-off-harry-styles-to-charlize-therons-clea-1.500643124 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/cm3ahp1z/harrystyles.avif Harry Styles in The Eternals Gulf News en 2026-08-17T09:04:12.765+04:00 Marvel's biggest post-credits teases that still haven't paid off: Harry Styles to Charlize Theron's Clea Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/lakshmi-mittal-backed-arcelormittal-kryvyi-rih-hit-by-russian-missile-strike-2-killed-1.500643171 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/sim05m1v/202608173907186.jpg Lakshmi Mittal-backed ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih hit by Russian missile strike; 2 killed Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:56:23.042+04:00 Lakshmi Mittal-backed ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih hit by Russian missile strike: 2 killed Europe, India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/a-look-back-at-hayden-panettieres-final-weeks-her-memoir-bestseller-milestone-and-final-instagram-post-1.500643182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/z9jl2zh0/newsml_afp_com_20260817T035717Z_doc_c4tr763.jpeg US actress Hayden Panettiere at the "Emmy Nominees Night" event hosted by the Hollywood Reporter and SAG-AFTRA in West Hollywood, California, on September 10, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:55:43.255+04:00 A look back at Hayden Panettiere’s final weeks: Her memoir, bestseller milestone and final Instagram post Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/uae-day-without-accidents-four-black-points-1.500643169 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-22/80txqjmt/NAT-DUBAI-ROAD-1-Read-Only.jpg Motorists can register from August 17 and must commit to safe driving practices to qualify for the black-point reduction. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:40:47.891+04:00 UAE black points: How to get four points removed from your licence Living-Transport, Transport, UAE traffic fines https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-cancellations-delays-uae-india-travel-advisory-1.500643154 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/obe1ioex/Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 UAE travellers urged to check flight status as Bahrain, Kuwait routes face cancellations amid regional tensions. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:36:55.515+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia cancellations, delays; UAE-India travel advisory Aviation, Travel, Mena, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/both-ice-princesses-gone-hayden-panettieres-death-at-36-sparks-fan-grief-remembering-her-best-roles-1.500643152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/ayinbja7/ice.jpg For a significant number of fans, the grief carries an added, painful layer: Panettiere's death comes roughly a year and a half after the death of her Ice Princess co-star, Michelle Trachtenberg, who died in February 2025 at age 39. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:24:45.720+04:00 'Both ice princesses gone': Hayden Panettiere's death at 36 sparks fan grief, remembering her best roles Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-joins-david-dhawans-75th-birthday-celebration-with-family-and-friends-1.500643002 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/u2811vfx/77556814419787214561660922184098842485306835n.jpg Writer-director Rumy Jafry shares glimpses of David Dhawan’s 75th birthday celebration with Salman Khan and Varun Dhawan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/9o6nndo7/ddddd.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:22:00.000+04:00 Salman Khan joins David Dhawan’s 75th birthday celebration with family and friends Entertainment, viral https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/11-rescued-from-burning-building-in-mumbai-1.500643158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-24/pirpfsgx/Fire Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:19:37.275+04:00 11 rescued from burning building in Mumbai India https://gulfnews.com/world/inside-the-intense-preparation-of-frances-young-bullfighter-esteban-navarro-before-feria-showdown-1.500642988 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/oz7drkfb/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144347Z_doc_c4qp2cw.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro faces a Robert Marge bull during a bullfight in the Feria of Beziers, southern France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/f3pszicw/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144350Z_doc_c4qn2cr.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro (R) attends the paseo (parade) before a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/9pns4a91/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144350Z_doc_c4qn2cb.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro puts on his traje de luces (traditional matador's outfit) before a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/9e3g6mfi/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144350Z_doc_c4qp2d6.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro performs a kill on a Robert Marge bull during a bullfight in the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/5semsmzg/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144350Z_doc_c4qp2d9.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro goes back to get changed after a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/d7ftmfuv/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144350Z_doc_c4qp2d2.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro is struck by a Robert Marge bull during a bullfight in the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/mz3y4a23/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144349Z_doc_c4qp2d7.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro (R) leaves the arena after a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/jc2m06t1/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144348Z_doc_c4qn2cn.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro makes his way to the bullring before a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/lyof0ol6/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144348Z_doc_c4qp2d4.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro is struck by a Robert Marge bull during a bullfight in the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/0xogyqxb/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144348Z_doc_c4qn2by.jpeg This photograph shows religious items of French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro displayed in his room before a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/5y9hzlde/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144348Z_doc_c4qn2cm.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro makes his way to the bullring before a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/6437568x/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144348Z_doc_c4qn2cq.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro (C) gets ready for the paseo (parade) before a bullfight during the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/48xkg0x0/newsml_afp_com_20260815T144347Z_doc_c4qp2cy.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro gives a pass to a Robert Marge bull during a bullfight in the Feria of Beziers, southern France on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/gv0bl7ox/newsml_afp_com_20260705T165323Z_doc_b9b69zb.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro (L) prepares before a bullfight during the Feria of Boujan-sur-Libron, near Beziers, southern France on July 5, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/yp1758p9/newsml_afp_com_20260705T165323Z_doc_b9b66zz.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro faces a bull during a bullfight in the Feria of Boujan-sur-Libron, near Beziers, southern France on July 5, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/6auhof77/newsml_afp_com_20260705T165324Z_doc_b9b69zh.jpeg French novillero (novice bullfighter) Esteban Navarro (up) celebrates after a bullfight during the Feria of Boujan-sur-Libron, near Beziers, southern France on July 5, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T08:00:00.000+04:00 Inside the intense preparation of France’s young bullfighter Esteban Navarro before feria showdown World, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hayden-panettiere-dies-at-36-heroes-and-nashvilles-stars-rep-confirms-in-statement-1.500643134 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/0lp1v402/preview.jpg FILE - Hayden Panettiere arrives at the premiere of "Blonde," on Sept. 13, 2022, at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-17T07:51:26.463+04:00 Hayden Panettiere dies at 36: Heroes and Nashville's star's rep confirms in statement Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/israel-strikes-lebanon-as-iran-us-tensions-escalate-2-1.500642381 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/i61wjq62/gulfnews2026-08-09ge403fpkHormuz.avif GCC, Hamas and US forces pulled into escalating conflict stretching from Gaza to Hormuz https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/zmcjs374/Kushner-Al-Haya.jpg Jared Kushness and Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayat https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/9ynhahwn/HP2SDizW0AE6eDh.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T07:47:21.013+04:00 Israel strikes Lebanon as Iran-US tensions rise; Oman holds Hormuz talks World, Gulf, Mena, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/mammootty-loses-way-at-3am-fan-helps-him-find-kerala-route-1.500642534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/urga7q4d/PI-CC.jpg Malayalam superstar Mammootty poses with the driver who helped guide his vehicle back on the right route after the actor lost his way during a late-night journey from Tamil Nadu to Kerala. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T07:31:00.000+04:00 Mammootty loses way at 3am, fan helps him find Kerala route South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/actor-ananya-raj-dies-at-35-family-confirms-news-in-statement-she-fought-like-a-warrior-1.500643120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/m8stfo10/ananya-raj.avif The announcement came via a note posted to her Instagram account on Sunday, in which her family revealed she died in her sleep, describing her death as peaceful. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T07:28:19.764+04:00 Actor Ananya Raj dies at 35, family confirms news in statement: 'She fought like a warrior' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-sharjah-traffic-today-heavy-delays-on-e11-and-e311-1.500643118 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/0fn0xp3r/A-screenshot-of-Google-Maps A screenshot of Google Maps Gulf News en 2026-08-17T07:25:52.352+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic today: Heavy delays on E11 and E311 UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/runaway-truck-crashes-into-several-vehicles-in-saudi-arabias-abha-1.500643096 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/xo3fcvoe/Abha.webp Authorities attributed the accident to the truck not being properly secured while parked, causing it to roll away. No injuries were reported, although several vehicles were involved in the collision. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T07:10:23.478+04:00 Runaway truck crashes into several vehicles in Saudi Arabia’s Abha Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/7-dead-in-stampede-like-incident-at-bihar-temple-1.500643107 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-27/e0x1863p/crime-scene.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T07:07:21.979+04:00 7 dead in 'stampede-like' incident at Bihar temple India https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/worlds-largest-battery-electric-aircraft-completes-historic-27-minute-test-flight-with-5-electricity-in-new-york-1.500643093 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/fg0wppz4/electric-plane.jpeg Heart Aerospace's X1 fully electric aircraft is the largest battery-electric plane ever flown. It hit a milestone by flying for 27 minutes powered only by batteries, and is dubbed as the "future of electric aviation". https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/lah9pw8i/batter-airplane-charing.jpeg charging the X1 demonstrator aircraft weighing more than 11 tonnes. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T06:48:09.672+04:00 World’s largest battery-electric aircraft completes historic 27-minute test flight powered by $5 electricity in New York: What's next Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-orders-airlines-to-verify-passenger-travel-documents-before-boarding-1.500643092 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/d4d3wycq/Saudi-ariport.webp GACA instructed commercial and private airlines to verify the latest entry, exit and transit requirements for passengers in their countries of departure, destination and transit. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T06:37:11.545+04:00 Saudi Arabia orders airlines to verify passenger travel documents before boarding Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/heavy-thunderstorms-forecast-across-saudi-arabia-through-saturday-1.500643082 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/6eq5tj3q/Thunderstorm-in-Saudi-Arabia.webp Rain chances will increase gradually from Tuesday, with light showers forecast over southern Asir and parts of Mecca. Very light rain could also affect southern Najran and south-eastern parts of the Eastern Province on Wednesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T06:27:26.232+04:00 Heavy thunderstorms forecast across Saudi Arabia through Saturday Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-hit-49c-as-rain-fog-expected-this-week-1.500643080 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/mebjdase/Hot-weather.avif The NCM said conditions on Monday would be fair to partly cloudy at times, with clouds developing over eastern areas that could become convective by the afternoon. Internal areas will record the highest temperatures, ranging from 44°C to 49°C, while coastal areas and islands could reach 45°C. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T06:25:17.715+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to hit 49°C as rain, fog expected this week Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/the-woman-giving-dubai-a-fighting-chance-creating-a-muay-thai-community-where-women-build-their-strength-1.500642907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/2sg24o1g/lara-7.jpg Lara Fawzy, founder and owner of Dubai's Muay Thai gym, with Dania SaifEldawla. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/dpj9oote/lara-4.jpg Lara Fawzy, the founder and owner of a Muay Thai gym in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/ewrzzar9/lara-8.jpg Lara Fawzy with Mohaddeseh Moradi, Coach. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/reu4px8j/lara-2.jpg The biggest misconception about Muay Thai: That it’s a man’s sport. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/wmptabqw/lara-9-1.jpg Lara Fawzy with Dania SaifEldawla andMohaddeseh Moradi. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T06:01:00.000+04:00 The woman giving Dubai a fighting chance: Creating a Muay Thai community where women build their strength UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/indonesia-celebrates-81st-independence-day-enjoys-golden-friendship-with-the-uae-and-a-future-of-shared-growth-1.500642496 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/jjk73f4f/PRESID1.JPG The strong leadership ties and close personal bond between President Prabowo Subianto and President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan have strengthened Indonesia–UAE relations https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/v8dc6bcu/HEJUD_1.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/3i43xn1i/Welcome-Monument-in-the-Hotel-Indonesia-Roundabout-Photo-Sources-Creativa-Images.jpg The Selamat Datang Monument is one of Jakarta’s most recognisable landmarks — a symbol of progress and the city’s enduring spirit https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/zxadbznf/Bali-Water-Temple-Tanah-Lot-Photo-Sources-Kementerian-Sekretariat-Negara-Republik-Indonesia.jpg Tanah Lot Temple, Bali — an iconic water temple and one of Indonesia’s most celebrated cultural landmark Gulf News en 2026-08-17T06:00:00.000+04:00 Indonesia celebrates 81st Independence Day, enjoys golden friendship with the UAE and a future of shared growth GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-17-2026-1.500643069 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/21/190821-Hormuz_16cb1f27d57_large.jpg File picture: US Navy keep watch on Iranian fast attack craft in the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T05:58:28.267+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 17, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-summer-advantage-why-learning-should-not-stop-when-school-does-1.500641185 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/of8dgcup/volunteer.jpg Experiences make learning more relevant because students can see how knowledge is used to solve real problems. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T05:21:00.000+04:00 The summer advantage: Why learning should not stop when school does Op-Eds, Education, Education, UAE schools, Summer vibes https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-general-warns-of-offensive-military-posture-strategic-surprises-as-us-iran-60day-ceasefire-framework-hangs-in-balance-1.500643060 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/2lbzo26p/YadollahJavani.jpg Brig. General Yadollah Javani is a Brigadier General, head of the political bureau of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the powerful and influential branch of Iran's military, founded after the Iranian revolution. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T04:55:29.059+04:00 Iran general warns of ‘offensive’ military posture, strategic surprises as US-Iran 60‑day ceasefire framework hangs in balance Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/qatari-prime-minister-syrian-foreign-minister-discuss-regional-developments-1.500643050 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/peohiefx/Qatar-Syria.jpg Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar (left), and Asaad Al-Shaibani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T04:41:00.277+04:00 Qatari Prime Minister, Syrian Foreign Minister discuss regional developments Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/bus-accident-kills-several-people-in-brazil-1.500643012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/nelqdbh5/brazil-bus.jpg A bus overturned in a steep, mountainous region north of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday (Aug. 16, 2026), killing at least eight people, firefighters said in a statement. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T04:34:01.552+04:00 Bus accident kills several people in Brazil Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/dubai-employees-reporting-financial-violations-can-seek-workplace-protection-1.500642718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/1yw6ba9i/newsml_afp_com_20260623T171845Z_doc_b82w9un.jpeg People cross a street while returning home from work, in Dubai on June 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/fcjrvsl2/Majed_Al_Ansari.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-17T04:00:00.000+04:00 Dubai employees reporting financial violations can seek workplace protection Business https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/sabalenka-squeezes-out-a-win-on-sixth-match-point-in-cincinnati-1.500643008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/ge9s9tyl/Sabalenka-Cicy.jpeg Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka defeated Australia's Talia Gibson on Sunday to join two other elites in the third round of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T03:39:18.084+04:00 Sabalenka squeezes out a win on sixth match point in Cincinnati Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/thieves-steal-4-renaissance-artworks-in-a-sicilian-museum-heist-during-an-italian-holiday-1.500642712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/4t0rkutq/preview.jpg A journalist browses the Messina museum website showing a picture of the Early Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina's artwork where three of the five panels belonging to the Polyptych of San Gregorio and the double-sided panel with the Madonna and the Christ in Pietà, stolen from the Sicilian museum on Aug. 15, in Rome, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-17T03:26:43.491+04:00 Thieves steal 4 Renaissance artworks in a Sicilian museum heist during an Italian holiday italy museum theft sicily da messina