https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/skechers-kids-school-shoes-review-comfort-that-survives-the-term-1.500645586 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/3alfq4y9/skechersschool-1.png Black Skechers school shoes displayed with colourful classroom essentials for the new term. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T16:00:00.000+04:00 Skechers kids' school shoes review: comfort that survives the term Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/rutab-is-having-a-moment-this-summer-and-its-showing-up-in-your-coffee-matcha-and-desserts-1.500636015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/a1jl4ieo/424783DC-8DB4-421F-9797-44E7C5567354.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/a3g1bf6k/032A82071.JPEG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/22jxlgcv/BB40D492-EC79-4065-8081-FBAC16EEB2BB.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/h7n7zrlf/939DBDA3-50AF-4B5E-A733-A8C5E2E72D42.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/bf1ylhr3/032A8116.JPEG Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:56:31.611+04:00 Rutab is having a moment this summer — and it’s showing up in your coffee, matcha and desserts rutab, uae, cafes, uae cafes, summer, summer drinks, como lounge, archive eatery, alain, dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-resident-wins-dh5-million-in-uae-lottery-1.500646869 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/2m2v5mqn/The-UAE-Lottery-5Million-AED-Prize-Won.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:40:58.790+04:00 Dubai resident wins Dh5 million in UAE Lottery people, Dubai, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/bitcoin-breaks-70000-for-first-time-in-over-two-months-1.500646848 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-23/ig10460n/Stock_Bitcoin_18ee1bcff38_original_ratio.jpg Bitcoin is again showing why it thrives when confidence in traditional systems fades. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:40:33.568+04:00 Bitcoin breaks $70,000 for first time in over two months Markets https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/lucknow-banker-kills-estranged-wife-sister-before-taking-own-life-1.500646865 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/07/Police-line_1701e40e148_large.jpg Killings within a short span around noon left three people dead at two locations in the Uttar Pradesh capital. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:36:34.543+04:00 Lucknow banker kills estranged wife, sister before taking own life India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/indias-new-spin-sensation-manav-suthar-reveals-key-to-his-success-1.500646845 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/cz0ldsza/newsml_afp_com_20260608T061251Z_doc_b6br7v9.jpeg India's Manav Suthar Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:22:19.059+04:00 India’s new spin sensation Manav Suthar reveals key to his success Cricket, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/giant-lasagne-f1-big-breakfasts-6-actually-fun-things-to-do-in-the-uae-this-weekend-1.500646738 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/2wzp0hz4/Hilton-Dubai-Palm-Jumeirah Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/c1dx3ye8/Resident_Offer_0.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/mv2hckp6/Cucina.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/fwq6xq71/back_to_school.png Flavours Hub https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/gwjuxolu/DSC00830.jpg Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/7calxx3y/Lakeview_P1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/u0gvwr4v/Rove-Bench-Brunch-3.jpg Rove Bench Brunch Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:21:03.147+04:00 Giant lasagne, F1, big breakfasts: 6 actually fun things to do in the UAE this weekend Lifestyle, Things To Do https://gulfnews.com/world/beijing-robot-expo-reveals-machines-shaping-tomorrows-jobs-1.500646829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/9mjjoye0/newsml_afp_com_20260819T132731Z_doc_c4zv6lw.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:15:00.149+04:00 Beijing robot expo reveals machines shaping tomorrow’s jobs World, Business, news-video https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubais-new-passenger-terminal-at-al-maktoum-airport-to-get-50-km-people-mover-system-1.500646812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/579btxg1/AMIA-Ext.PNG An artist’s impression of Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), where a 50km automated people mover will connect nine stations. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:14:46.367+04:00 Dubai's new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum airport to get 50 km people mover system Aviation, Travel, Dubai Airport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/neutrogena-faces-boycott-calls-after-hayden-panettieres-death-and-claims-over-postpartum-depression-firing-1.500646813 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 2026-08-20T15:14:10.503+04:00 Neutrogena faces boycott calls after Hayden Panettiere’s death and claims over postpartum depression firing Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/us-iran-conflict-trump-threatens-economic-crackdown-as-iran-warns-of-further-defeat-1.500646332 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/tra8n6oj/4.jpg Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi (L) dismisses Trump’s (R) ‘Economic D-Day’ threat https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/ynhocvbx/gulfnews2026-08-20pbr5i62sHQKLq1za8AEiDU2.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/pbr5i62s/HQKLq1za8AEiDU2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:13:38.833+04:00 US-Iran conflict: Trump threatens economic crackdown as Iran warns of ‘further defeat’ World, Mena, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war, oil https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-deploys-ai-cameras-on-buses-taxis-to-boost-passenger-safety-1.500646733 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/5rhm6ho6/AI.webp Intercity buses are equipped with 10 AI-powered cameras positioned inside and outside each vehicle to monitor the road, passenger movement and driver behaviour. Meanwhile, taxis have been fitted with five smart cameras providing comprehensive coverage of both the road and vehicle interior. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:09:53.546+04:00 Sharjah deploys AI cameras on buses, taxis to boost passenger safety Transport, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjahs-al-maleh-and-fishing-festival-returns-to-boost-maritime-heritage-traditional-industries-1.500646807 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/3687zvtn/The-Al-Maleh-and-Fishing-Festival.jpeg The Al Maleh and Fishing Festival will begin on August 27, bringing together fishing businesses, traditional producers and government entities in a four-day event aimed at preserving the UAE’s maritime heritage and supporting local industries. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:09:08.049+04:00 Sharjah’s Al Maleh and Fishing Festival returns to boost maritime heritage, traditional industries UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/sport/champions-vs-promoted-sides-what-history-tells-us-about-the-premier-league-opener-1.500646747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/fvtj2x2x/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-20-2026-022158-PM.png It will be the 11th time the reigning Premier League champions take on a promoted side on the Premier League opening day https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/z1vf0tx4/preview.jpg Lampard's last stint in charge of a Premier League club came with Everton Gulf News en 2026-08-20T15:05:44.157+04:00 Champions vs promoted sides: What history tells us about the Premier League opener Sport, Football, premier league, arsenal https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/its-potential-and-its-dreams-why-abu-dhabi-won-disneys-first-middle-east-theme-park-resort-1.500646771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/x3v14dqj/Disney-Abu-Dhabi.jpg Disney Abu Dhabi: Disney’s first Middle East theme park resort is coming to Yas Island. The mega attraction is expected to open in the early 2030s. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-26/jvqcy9rw/Disney-CEO-Bob-Iger-reveals-location-of-Disneyland-Abu-Dhabi-1 Disney CEO Bob Iger reveals location of Disneyland Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-26/kp2e4sal/Disney-CEO-Bob-Iger-reveals-location-of-Disneyland-Abu-Dhabi Disney CEO Bob Iger reveals location of Disneyland Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:58:38.079+04:00 ‘Its potential and its dreams’: Why Abu Dhabi won Disney’s first Middle East theme park resort Entertainment, UAE, Business, disney, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-homeowners-raise-concerns-as-gated-community-introduces-paid-visitor-parking-1.500646731 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/11/NAT-190611-MOTOR-CITY-3--Read-Only-_16b471a7979_large.jpg Uptown Motor City residents raise concerns over paid visitor parking, while EDACOM says the system will improve parking availability and not affect allocated spaces. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:54:40.420+04:00 Dubai homeowners raise concerns as gated community introduces paid visitor parking UAE, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shane-watson-calls-india-his-second-home-at-independence-day-event-1.500646797 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/g6dz0b9c/1_16a07fdfc64_1274481_551671072_16a07fdfc64_original_ratio.jpg Shane Watson Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:54:15.828+04:00 Shane Watson calls India his ‘second home’ at Independence Day event Cricket, Australia https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dnata-invests-110-million-in-800-next-generation-airport-ground-units-1.500646792 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/c27ebfm8/Airport-Show-2026PRdnata-photo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:53:22.116+04:00 dnata invests $110 million in 800 next-generation airport ground units Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/sam-curran-undergoes-surgery-ruled-out-for-remainder-of-summer-1.500646800 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/tqbnt3c6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T172625Z_doc_c2kv2y9.jpeg England's Sam Curran (L) appeals unsuccessfully for the wicket of India's Rohit Sharma (not pictured) 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 2026-08-20T14:49:49.842+04:00 Sam Curran undergoes surgery, ruled out for remainder of summer Cricket, cricket, UK https://gulfnews.com/sport/nba-champion-tristan-thompson-joins-dubai-basketball-as-global-ambassador-1.500646778 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/xreto0qr/Tristan-Thompson.jpeg Tristan Thompson appeared in 22 NBA finals games https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/40gur3g3/Artboard_2.png Thompson competed in over 800 NBA games Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:44:07.110+04:00 NBA champion Tristan Thompson joins Dubai Basketball as global ambassador Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, Dubai, NBA https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/bangladesh-eye-historic-series-win-against-australia-1.500646779 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/wwt1qs9x/202608163906259.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:38:37.556+04:00 Bangladesh eye historic series win against Australia Cricket, cricket, Bangladesh, Australia https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/al-mamzar-announced-as-new-home-for-dubai-t100-triathlon-weekend-1.500646748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/cgh2o2el/Al-Mamzarnew-venue-for-the-2026-Dubai-T100-triathlon.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/82h4c7nh/Swiss-star-Julie-Derron-wins-Dubai-T100-Triathlon-WomensRace.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:17:02.179+04:00 Al Mamzar announced as new home for Dubai T100 Triathlon weekend UAE-Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/were-hiring-social-media-creator-1.500585330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/wyy4rfvl/Hiring-Gulf-News-Social-Media-Creator Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:15:08.653+04:00 We're hiring: Social Media Creator UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/amanat-sees-uae-gulf-healthcare-education-as-gcc-growth-engines-as-it-lines-up-dh15b-investment-1.500646681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/hizzorfg/John-Ireland-5.jpg With Dh 1.5 billion earmarked for deployment over the next three years, Amanat is now moving from proving the model to scaling it, says John Ireland, CEO of the Dubai-listed investment firm. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/07/13/Middlesex-University_173486772a5_large.jpg Middlesex University Dubai campus. The university has seen strong enrolment growth, supporting Amanat Holdings’ confidence in the UAE’s education sector. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/01/Cambridge-Medical-and-Rehabilitation-Center_177ec71e898_large.jpg Cambridge Health Group operates a network of post-acute care and rehabilitation facilities across the UAE and Saudi Arabia as Amanat Holdings completes its full acquisition of the healthcare operator. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:08:19.107+04:00 Amanat sees UAE, Gulf healthcare, education as GCC growth engines as it lines up Dh1.5b investment Markets, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/uae/uaes-sheikh-zayed-falcon-release-programme-returns-2400-falcons-to-the-wild-1.500646725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/pmjqktcn/Falcon Gulf News en 2026-08-20T14:07:09.079+04:00 UAE’s Sheikh Zayed Falcon Release Programme returns 2,400 falcons to the wild UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/barcelona-fan-proposes-to-girlfriend-at-camp-nou-watch-her-reaction-1.500646713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/37jlc151/newsml_afp_com_20260819T202120Z_doc_c62u9lm.jpeg Barcelona's Brazilian forward #11 Raphinha (C) holds the trophy after Barcelona won the 61st Joan Gamper Trophy football match between FC Barcelona and Al Ahly FC at the Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona on August 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T13:53:28.218+04:00 Barcelona fan proposes to girlfriend at Camp Nou, watch her reaction Football, football, Barcelona https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-dubai-is-using-research-to-shape-future-social-policies-1.500646706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/fzb7muwd/Shaikha-Al-Jarman-Dr.FIRAS.jpeg Shaikha Al Jarman and Dr Firas Habbal during the MoU signing event in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T13:45:01.513+04:00 How Dubai is using research to shape future social policies UAE, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-unleashes-economic-war-on-iran-can-sanctions-oil-blockade-and-china-pressure-force-tehran-to-cave-1.500646684 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/n84p7ab9/trumpoil.gif Illustrative image: US President Donald Trump has launched a new economic offensive aimed at squeezing Iran’s oil revenues and financial lifelines. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T13:32:32.338+04:00 Trump escalates economic war on Iran: Can sanctions and oil blockade force Tehran to cave in? Americas, Mena, Gulf, Business, Donald Trump, America, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/sport/mcilroy-questions-liv-stars-value-1.500646690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-21/k99l7qw7/Rory_McIlroy__1933550b5c9_large.jpg Rory McIlroy Gulf News en 2026-08-20T13:29:07.978+04:00 McIlroy questions LIV stars’ value Sport https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/tomorrow-world-properties-and-missoni-sign-new-partnership-ahead-of-upcoming-project-launch-1.500646661 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/o8cc0wym/A7408315.jpg.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/ke1lotfq/Logo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T13:04:12.438+04:00 Tomorrow World Properties and Missoni sign new partnership ahead of upcoming project launch GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/in-photos-a-look-back-at-dubais-iconic-toyota-building-1.500646597 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/505s6gkj/COMBO-11.jpg A changing Dubai skyline: The Toyota building stands along Sheikh Zayed Road in this view of the landmark before its planned demolition in 2027. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/fwpnrz5d/1979.jpg Dubai, 1979: Looking south along Abu Dhabi Road, now Sheikh Zayed Road, with the iconic Toyota Building visible on the right, standing amid Dubai’s rapidly changing skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/7gzyrmfb/1992.jpg 1992. On-going road development project in Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/5xn3nur5/FSONxbWAAESow6.jpg Toyota Building on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai was originally and officially named the Nasser Rashid Lootah Building. Built in 1974, it received its popular nickname from a large neon Toyota sign placed on its roof in 1981, making it an enduring landmark of the city's early skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/oqe8hj8w/2BBD7922-A0CA-4DFB-BD4F-2525F3910402.jpg Dubai in the 1990s: An aerial view of Shaikh Zayed Road, with the iconic Toyota Building standing prominently along the evolving skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/edj9749y/2006.jpg 2006: A view of Sheikh Zayed Road with the iconic Toyota Building standing prominently amid the city’s rapidly evolving skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/enanaxxu/2001.jpg Dubai, 2001: Traffic flows along Sheikh Zayed Road, with the Toyota Building on the left. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/x9yrdf7o/5C838808-D6D3-4EC8-8586-B4FCD70AC3F6.jpg Dubai, 2002: A view of Sheikh Zayed Road at the first interchange, formerly Defence Roundabout, with the Toyota Building on the right and the area where Burj Khalifa now stands visible on the left. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/ikv713mp/2007.jpg 2007: Construction work on Interchange No.1 (Defence Roundabout on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai. A view from the Toyota building. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/2m252nbm/2008.jpg 2008: An aerial view of Defence Roundabout on Sheikh Zayed Road, looking towards the Burj Khalifa construction, with the Toyota Building visible along the evolving skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/bq58pbf9/2017.jpg 2017: Defence Roundabout on Sheikh Zayed Road, with the Dubai Metro and the iconic Toyota Building shaping the city skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/xq2kxsg4/02-Dubai-Skyline-SANKHA.jpg 2019: The Toyota Building stands among Dubai’s skyscrapers, with the Burj Khalifa rising behind it. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/t4snvqjq/shutterstock2470196083.jpg 2024: The iconic Toyota Building stands at a major junction along Sheikh Zayed Road, a landmark of Dubai’s early skyscraper era. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/6uv40wlp/2026.jpg 2026: The Toyota Building remains a well-known landmark on Sheikh Zayed Road, but it is set to be demolished in 2027. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T13:03:06.118+04:00 In photos: A look back at Dubai's iconic Toyota building UAE, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/five-killed-in-horrific-crash-on-beirut-sidon-coastal-highway-1.500646492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/sp5pg5u0/Horrific-accident.webp Five people were killed and several others injured in a major traffic accident on the coastal highway linking Beirut and Sidon in Lebanon. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T12:56:11.560+04:00 Five killed in horrific crash on Beirut-Sidon coastal highway Mena, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/will-smith-in-talks-to-play-villain-in-atlees-sci-fi-epic-raaka-as-allu-arjun-leads-and-shah-rukh-khan-rumoured-to-join-the-star-led-spectacle-1.500646638 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-09/6ql6gm66/Will-Smith Will Smith in Dubai at the Middle East premiere of National Geographic’s Pole to Pole. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/2b3e1nls/ANI_20260408062342.jpg Raaka new poster featuring Allu Arjun (Photo/instagram/@sunpictures) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/4pilp81j/202604203756493.jpeg ‘Jawan’ director Atlee who now spearheads 'Raaka' Gulf News en 2026-08-20T12:52:38.711+04:00 Will Smith in talks to play villain in Atlee’s sci-fi epic ‘Raaka’ as Allu Arjun leads and Shah Rukh Khan rumoured to join the star-led spectacle Entertainment, HollyWood, BollyWood, hollywood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-amr-diab-to-nancy-ajram-7-major-concerts-and-live-events-coming-to-the-uae-1.500646577 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-14/cuyvfnmf/CONCERT-PHONE From Arabic music and Bollywood performances to high-energy live shows, there is something for different tastes and different kinds of nights out. Here are some of the upcoming events to keep on your radar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/6b14rbyj/NAT_KUWAITI_Miami_Band___Global_Village_2019_1582109457921_1705d127e01_original_ratio.jpg Miami Band https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/thsrq65a/202607273879620.jpg Jasmine Sandlas https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-25/nuvku3q6/Nancy-Ajram Nancy Ajram https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/jj77ztqb/20191030_Amr_diab_16e1c7c1548_original_ratio.jpg Amr Diab an Egyptian singer, composer and former actor. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T12:28:15.991+04:00 From Amr Diab to Nancy Ajram: 7 major concerts and live Events coming to the UAE Entertainment, UAE, abu dhabi, Dubai, Concert https://gulfnews.com/business/property/uae-developer-arada-unveils-dh5-billion-broadbeach-project-with-952-homes-in-australia-1.500646600 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/tb6z7ott/The-Broadbeach-coastline-Queensland-AustraliaLR.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T12:16:46.370+04:00 UAE developer Arada unveils Dh5 billion Broadbeach project with 952 homes in Australia Property https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-gcse-results-2026-students-score-straight-9s-and-record-top-grades-despite-regional-disruption-1.500646575 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/yff27w2a/2D8A7329.jpg Students and parents at Dubai British School Jumeirah Park celebrating their GCSE results . https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/w38s19ov/Year-11-Group-Photo.jpeg Students at Brighton College Abu Dhabi celebrating their results. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/tzfvurfq/Aadit-Saboo-and-Sergei-Andrushkevich1.jpg Top achievers at Brighton College Dubai receiving their results. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T12:10:42.313+04:00 UAE GCSE results 2026: Students score straight 9s and record top grades despite regional disruption Education https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/back-to-school-make-busy-mornings-easier-with-5-kitchen-appliances-from-noon-1.500644592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/vu4uzgu2/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-19-2026-013106-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/t56ma46x/b8a779f2-2cc4-4618-860f-b37295f9457d.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/14uj5r6l/edbff97a-79e9-425e-9082-648611aebe59.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ubxqo2ur/5731f1e2-52a1-4472-8420-99fc669c7b39.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/rn9j8k99/9bf761f4-8c35-4ec3-9d44-4c698edd9aea.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/oyv5i88e/3f7572e1-695e-48d0-9a7c-fe7baf9f97dc.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-20T12:00:00.000+04:00 Back to School: Make busy mornings easier with 5 kitchen appliances from noon Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/property/palm-jebel-ali-unveils-limited-collection-of-44-beachfront-villas-on-frond-f-1.500646564 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/f2jqv0gh/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Aerial-Render.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/pj95orn1/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Ocean-Whisper-Villa-Ext-Sea-View-01.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/rnnhyfe4/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Redwood-Villa-Int-LVD-02.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T11:57:09.638+04:00 Palm Jebel Ali unveils limited collection of 44 beachfront villas on Frond F Property https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/verstappen-to-stay-at-red-bull-until-2030-end-1.500646551 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/md5iy9zb/I-tried-everything-I-could-today.-Bit-of-bad-luck-with-the-VSC-but-that’s-part-of-racing.-Felt-.jpg Four more years of full send. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T11:30:11.764+04:00 Verstappen to stay at Red Bull until 2030 end Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/i-miss-him-terribly-matthew-perrys-mother-marks-his-57th-birthday-recalls-sons-wish-to-help-others-fight-addiction-1.500646531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/06/02/Matthew-Perry-1622610568235_179cb20642b_large.jpg Matthew Perry's mother described her son with a mix of tenderness and humour, calling him stubborn and funny, and emphasised how badly he longed for recovery. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T11:23:20.783+04:00 'I miss him terribly': Matthew Perry's mother marks his 57th birthday, recalls son's wish to help others fight addiction Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/this-fan-cycles-1800km-to-meet-indian-cricket-star-rohit-sharma-1.500646538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0f01xmj9/newsml_afp_com_20260719T165840Z_doc_c2ku33r.jpeg India's Rohit Sharma celebrates his century 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 2026-08-20T11:21:43.810+04:00 This fan cycles 1,800km to meet Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma Cricket, cricket, india, BCCI https://gulfnews.com/business/dubai-robotaxis-uber-riders-can-now-book-baidus-fully-driverless-apollo-go-1.500646528 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/dz9wn8rd/Baidu-live-on-Uber.jpg Book an Uber, and your next car may arrive without anyone behind the wheel. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T11:16:01.728+04:00 Dubai robotaxis: Uber riders can now book Baidu’s fully driverless Apollo Go Business, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/gulf-news-joins-forces-with-ottred-to-chronicle-middle-easts-media-boom-1.500646506 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/lmpm138i/OTTRED.jpg A photo from 2025's OTTRED Soirée at Sea. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/j59dn38c/OTTRED2.jpg Attendees of the 2025 OTTRED Soirée at Sea Gulf News en 2026-08-20T11:14:05.725+04:00 Gulf News joins forces with OTTRED to chronicle Middle East's media boom Business https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubais-iconic-toyota-building-to-be-demolished-in-2027-1.500646516 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/hpzr4xac/gulfnewsimport20220627auto-toyota181a4eb2dc6large.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-20T11:07:22.340+04:00 Dubai’s iconic Toyota building to be demolished in 2027 Property, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-launches-18-smart-ambulances-across-three-categories-1.500646496 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/ag7ouorj/New-Ambulance-Abu-Dhabi The new fleet comprises 18 ambulances across three categories, with six vehicles in each category. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/igizxn7l/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_20_at_10_45_28_AM.jpeg The use of artificial intelligence does not mean replacing medical professionals. Rather, it is intended primarily to support decision-making. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/qbrz665w/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_20_at_10_45_31_AM.jpeg The ambulances designated for patients with severe obesity have been designed around their specific needs and feature a loading platform and a specialised stretcher with a maximum capacity of up to 350 kilogrammes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/kp7zcs13/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_20_at_10_45_27_AM.jpeg One of the most important elements of the modern system is the integration of ambulances with command and operations centres and healthcare facilities. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/roq4wx4p/ambulance Gulf News en 2026-08-20T11:00:04.134+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches 18 smart ambulances across three categories UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/two-held-for-assaulting-petrol-station-employee-in-al-ain-1.500646463 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/mo0lzzfe/Stock_court_justice_judge_1783bb92c82_original_ratio.jpg Khor Fakkan Court of Appeals clears municipal tanker driver in Dibba road accident Gulf News en 2026-08-20T10:28:13.128+04:00 Two held for assaulting petrol station employee in Al Ain Crime https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-max-in-the-uae-expected-release-date-and-7-major-leaked-upgrades-1.500646472 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/0jxsrbyh/macworld.avif Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and the foldable in the first half of September Gulf News en 2026-08-20T10:24:47.271+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro Max in the UAE: Expected release date and 7 major leaked upgrades Technology, UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/indian-agentic-ai-firms-get-fresh-route-to-grow-from-dubai-1.500646475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/at319nkr/Agentic-AI Agentic AI Gulf News en 2026-08-20T10:22:19.726+04:00 Indian Agentic AI firms get fresh route to grow from Dubai Markets, India https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/trabzonspors-heartwarming-surprise-for-young-mohamed-salah-fan-1.500646455 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/ezxg2fyt/newsml_afp_com_20260806T192628Z_doc_c46a7nr.jpeg Trabzonspor's Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah walks on the pitch during his signing cerenomy at the Papara Park Stadium in Trabzon on August 6, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T10:05:43.693+04:00 Trabzonspor’s heartwarming surprise for young Mohamed Salah fan Football, football, Mohamed Salah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-snub-forces-grammys-to-rethink-controversial-new-asian-pop-category-1.500646450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/ctpqje0z/BTS.jpeg BTS last performed at the Grammys in 2022. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T10:01:51.353+04:00 BTS snub forces Grammys to rethink controversial New Asian Pop category Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ha-young-returns-to-filming-after-tearful-break-over-ancestral-controversy-agency-requests-privacy-1.500646414 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/w899qylf/hayoung.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T10:00:00.000+04:00 Ha Young returns to filming after tearful break over ancestral controversy, agency requests privacy Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-sweat-wicking-fabric-keeps-you-drier-than-cotton-1.500644387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/pyvj8hsn/fabriclothing-1.png Cotton and sweat wicking fabrics compared for moisture control Gulf News en 2026-08-20T10:00:00.000+04:00 Why sweat wicking fabric keeps you drier than cotton Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/australias-top-diplomat-says-difficult-time-in-relationship-with-israel-1.500646337 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/03/ccccc-1712156797977_18ea47f6c35_large.jpg (Clockwise) Lalzawmi "Zomi" Frankcom, James Kirby, James Handerson and Damian Sobol. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:57:39.338+04:00 Australia's top diplomat says 'difficult time' in relationship with Israel Mena, Oceania https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mother-son-duos-1000-chinese-animation-beats-the-odyssey-and-obsession-at-box-office-after-viral-trolling-1.500646440 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/y1yog7o4/cow.webp Meet Niu Lai, the $1,000 animated underdog that's currently making Hollywood accountants sweat. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:43:45.018+04:00 Mother-son duo's $1000 Chinese animation beats The Odyssey and Obsession at box office after viral trolling Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-hit-nearly-80-day-high-24k-crosses-dh540-and-22k-tops-dh500-1.500646426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-31/qeotlj18/Dubai-Gold-Souq.jpg Gold prices are trending ever higher, but can they continue this run? Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:38:06.991+04:00 Dubai gold prices hit nearly 80-day high, 24K crosses Dh540 and 22K tops Dh500 Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-english-singer-laura-wright-wows-crowd-with-pakistan-national-anthem-1.500646431 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/0r1p1yco/newsml_afp_com_20260819T162039Z_doc_c62j6kt.jpeg England's Ollie Robinson holds the ball aloft after taking his fifth wicket on the opening day of the first test match between England and Pakistan at Headingley cricket ground in Leeds, northern England on August 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:36:55.194+04:00 Watch: English singer Laura Wright wows crowd with Pakistan national anthem Cricket, cricket, Pakistan, UK https://gulfnews.com/business/china-jails-evergrande-founder-for-life-fines-firm-more-than-us2-bn-1.500646347 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/sffkagkp/newsml_afp_com_20260820T050143Z_doc_c63e3ke.jpeg This photo shows signage on the China Evergrande Centre in Hong Kong Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:27:26.518+04:00 China jails Evergrande founder for life, fines firm more than $2 billion Business https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rajpal-yadav-says-i-get-500-selfies-clicked-at-airports-defends-legacy-amid-cheque-bounce-case-1.500646381 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/j1rs233h/20260626202F.jpg Yadav pushed back firmly against anyone questioning his standing as an artist because of his money troubles. He didn't deny the debts, but he refused to let them define him. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:09:09.887+04:00 Rajpal Yadav says ‘I get 500 selfies clicked at airports’, defends legacy amid cheque bounce case Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/messi-scores-emotional-first-goal-since-fathers-death-1.500646394 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/t7p92b75/newsml_afp_com_20260819T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290614725.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF talks to Yannick Bright #42 of Inter Miami CF after the first goal against the Philadelphia Union in the first half at Subaru Park on August 19, 2026 in Chester, Pennsylvania. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:05:24.260+04:00 Messi scores emotional first goal since father’s death Football, Lionel Messi, Inter Miami https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/prince-harry-and-meghan-moving-back-to-uk-british-press-1.500646221 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/gxgjrebb/20201116_megxit_175d174eb5f_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:05:13.321+04:00 Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to UK: British press Entertainment, World https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-updates-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flydubai-cancellations-delays-1.500646378 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/ts9v9cwt/DXB_Dubai_International_Airport_182d025b890_original_ratio.jpeg Airlines continue to review their operations, flight paths, and schedules as the regional security situation changes. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:00:07.082+04:00 UAE flight updates today: Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai cancellations, delays Aviation, Mena, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/unusual-bleeding-dont-dismiss-it-uae-doctors-on-signs-of-uterus-cancer-women-may-overlook-1.500645625 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/8y4w6uef/middle-age-woman Uterine cancer can be difficult to recognise because some of its warning signs can easily be mistaken for ordinary hormonal changes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/1uddko3j/WKR_190703_Depersonalization_2_1562339713737_16bc2b422c9_original_ratio.jpg One risk factor that is sometimes overlooked is having irregular or infrequent periods over many years, because this can mean the lining of the uterus is exposed to oestrogen for longer without regular shedding https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/9ozwqi2v/rajul.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/kxpe2uui/Sick_woman__1919919d211_original_ratio.jpg Perimenopause can cause periods to change in frequency, duration and flow. However, doctors say that not every change should automatically be attributed to hormones https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/hzyewm5k/manar.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T09:00:00.000+04:00 Unusual bleeding? Don't dismiss it: UAE doctors on signs of uterus cancer women may overlook UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/sabalenka-crashes-out-of-cincinnati-after-bejlek-stunner-1.500646380 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/8abi07ta/newsml_afp_com_20260819T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291214507.jpeg Sara Bejlek of Czechia serves during a match against Aryna Sabalenka on day nine of the Cincinnati Open at Lindner Family Tennis Center on August 19, 2026 in Mason, Ohio. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T08:51:13.916+04:00 Sabalenka crashes out of Cincinnati after Bejlek stunner Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dirham-strength-against-indian-pakistani-rupees-and-philippine-peso-opens-lucrative-transfer-window-for-expats-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-24/4h7jecq1/newsml_afp_com_20250924T132708Z_doc_76lg682.jpeg 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 2026-08-20T08:45:35.826+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/entertainment/awarapan-2-box-office-emraan-hashmis-risky-sequel-crosses-rs-15-billion-after-2007-damp-squib-1.500646362 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 2026-08-20T08:44:11.928+04:00 Awarapan 2 Box Office: Emraan Hashmi’s risky sequel crosses Rs 1.5 billion after 2007 damp squib Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/behind-istanbuls-grand-bazaar-where-traditional-crafts-endure-1.500645951 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/9rzzoanf/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay45487-baf3e.jpg People crowd a street in Istanbul’s Eminonu commercial district, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/c0ogauzb/APTOPIXTurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay45696-32d4b.jpg Master craftsmen specializing in inlay and relief work, Nejat Kilic, right, and Halit Cakar work in their workshop in Istanbul’s Eminonu commercial district, Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/279tbyha/APTOPIXTurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay47836-4ced0.jpg Master inlay and relief craftsman Halit Cakar works on a metal piece in his workshop in Istanbul’s Eminonu commercial district, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/0w2xft7q/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay4377-9e049.jpg A wall clock hangs in the workshop of polishers Yucel and Murat Gur in the Buyukhan artisan quarter in Istanbul, Turkey, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/9vz4kcp3/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay5896-3a1ff.jpg Master inlay and relief craftsman Nejat Kilic works in his workshop in Istanbul’s Eminonu commercial district, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/nj65f0nu/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay13486-7c249.jpg Master polisher Yucel Gur works in his workshop in the Buyukhan artisan quarter in Istanbul, Turkey, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/0vh56hvk/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay23441-624fa.jpg Master polisher Yucel Gur polishes a metal object in his workshop in the Buyukhan artisan quarter in Istanbul, Turkey, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/48ez5i6i/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay33884-eeb1e.jpg Gold artisans play backgammon during a break in Istanbul’s Eminonu commercial district, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/rjemuhul/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay47836-ab036.jpg Master inlay and relief craftsman Halit Cakar works on a metal piece in his workshop in Istanbul’s Eminonu commercial district, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/mx61w6gv/TurkeyArtisansPhotoEssay87581-d0a01.jpg Master polisher Bayram Yesilbas polishes a metal object in his workshop in Istanbul’s Eminonu commercial district, Gulf News en 2026-08-20T08:35:00.000+04:00 Behind Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, where traditional crafts endure Mena, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/moderna-shares-double-after-experimental-mrna-cancer-treatment-passes-key-test-1.500646246 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/2hbyz9tc/preview.jpg A sign marks an entrance to a Moderna building in Cambridge, Mass., May 18, 2020. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T08:34:26.536+04:00 Moderna shares double after experimental mRNA cancer treatment passes key test Health https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hong-min-gis-agency-rejects-abortion-allegations-by-ex-girlfriend-plans-legal-action-irreparable-damage-1.500646344 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/xck9yjdw/hongmingi.avif The statement closes by characterising the woman's public claims as false and damaging to Hong's reputation Gulf News en 2026-08-20T08:25:00.000+04:00 Hong Min-gi's agency rejects abortion allegations by ex-girlfriend, plans legal action: 'Irreparable damage' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-iran-conflict-gargash-rejects-visa-aid-rumours-as-gulf-warning-grows-1.500645251 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/wp2jiio4/HQFeHZwWoAEVQ5e.jpg Regional powers juggle sanctions, mediation and security as Gulf warning escalates https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/ijy6fmrp/20260530001.JPG Tehran ties Hormuz reopening to sweeping US concessions on war, sanctions and assets https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/7crtfwb7/1.jpg Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (C) speaks during a press conference in Baghdad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/p6shdsa2/newsml_afp_com_20260808T151222Z_doc_c49b8yt.jpeg Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian attending a press conference in the capital Tehran, on August 8, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/2eubud95/newsml_afp_com_20260819T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291163316.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to the media on the construction of a new helipad on the South Lawn of the White House continues on August 19, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T08:11:05.605+04:00 US-Iran conflict: Trump says Iran situation is ‘so good’; UAE rejects visa, aid rumours Americas, Gulf, UAE, UAE, Israel, Iran, americas, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/josh-radnor-on-why-the-how-i-met-your-mother-cast-drifted-apart-we-didnt-choose-each-other-we-were-cast-1.500646329 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/5tmj4xr4/himym.jpg Josh Radnor, Allyson Hannigan, Cobie Smulders, Jason Segel, and Neil Patrick Harris starred on How I Met Your Mother for nine seasons. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T08:00:24.132+04:00 Josh Radnor on why the How I Met Your Mother Cast drifted apart: 'We didn't choose each other, we were cast' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/mamitha-baijus-rs-100-crore-hat-trick-from-premalu-to-vishwanath-sons-1.500645919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/3184tfwr/MAMITHA-1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/dmgmgxkn/PREMALU_18dc6fedb37_original_ratio.jpg Naslen and Mamitha Baiju in 'Premalu'. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ggqhy65k/images.jpg Mamitha Baiju along with Vijay and Pooja Hegde in a still from Jana Nayagan song Thalapathy Kacheri. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/not9cy07/VAS.jpg Suriya and Mamitha Baiju in ‘Vishwanath and Sons’. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T07:45:00.000+04:00 Mamitha Baiju’s Rs 100-crore hat-trick: From Premalu to Vishwanath & Sons South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/brahmanandams-elder-brother-sri-vadan-he-never-calls-me-appeals-for-contact-with-telugu-comedian-1.500646317 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/xj9gy9oy/brahma3.webp Brahmanandam has not responded publicly. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T07:41:55.929+04:00 Brahmanandam's elder brother Sri Vadan: 'He never calls me,' appeals for contact with Telugu comedian Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/netflix-sued-by-real-demon-hunter-metal-band-over-substantial-confusion-with-kpop-demon-hunters-1.500646309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-23/5suu6bus/Kpop-Demon-Hunters KPop Demon Hunters has been ruling Netflix since its June 2025 release. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T07:27:31.081+04:00 Netflix sued by real 'Demon Hunter' metal band over 'substantial confusion' with KPop Demon Hunters Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-20-2026-1.500646298 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/rv0wxj05/1_16a082be87f_1080943_1310703735_16a082be87f_original_ratio.jpg An aerial view of the Jebel Ali Port DP world (JAFZA). Gulf News en 2026-08-20T07:22:53.775+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 20, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-sharjah-traffic-heavy-jams-hit-e11-and-e311-on-thursday-morning-1.500646295 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/dls5v6nv/traffic-6.png Gulf News en 2026-08-20T07:08:42.282+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Heavy jams hit E11 and E311 on Thursday morning UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/british-palestinian-parents-teenage-daughter-die-in-sea-off-british-coast-1.500646194 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/3xmgv7ks/Three-members-of-Palestinian-British-family.avif Sussex Police identified The victims as Hassan El-Khawas, 55, his wife Zeina Alayn, 37, and their daughter Sara El-Khawas, 14. The family had travelled from their home in London to Shoreham-by-Sea in West Sussex on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T06:31:27.197+04:00 British-Palestinian parents, teenage daughter die in sea off UK coast Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-summer-nears-end-as-autumn-begins-september-1-temperatures-to-ease-1.500646199 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/jj8lovct/Saudi-weather.webp Despite the seasonal shift, September has historically ranked as the Kingdom’s fourth-hottest month based on average temperatures, according to NCM climate data. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T06:27:16.857+04:00 Saudi summer nears end as autumn begins September 1, temperatures to ease Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-general-says-he-trusts-taxi-driver-more-than-trump-as-us-tehran-rift-deepens-1.500646270 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/hx4y2mc7/Screenshot-2026-08-20-at-10.19.15-AM.png Brig Gen. Mohammad Reza Naqdi, an adviser to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), on why Trump can't be trusted by Iran: "His words have no basis in reality, nor do they provide a foundation for the future. He has weakened the United States' position in the world. We trust a taxi driver's words more than his." Gulf News en 2026-08-20T06:23:18.603+04:00 Iran general says he trusts taxi driver more than Trump as US-Tehran rift deepens Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/riyadh-airport-begins-silent-airport-rollout-to-cut-terminal-announcements-1.500646202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/1g1hmk65/King-Khalid-Airport-in-Riyadh.webp Under the "Silent Airport" initiative, general audio announcements will be reduced and largely limited to departure gates, while passengers will increasingly rely on digital screens and other electronic channels for flight information. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T06:21:03.807+04:00 Riyadh airport begins ‘Silent Airport’ rollout to cut terminal announcements Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-dip-as-rain-fog-and-blowing-dust-expected-1.500646206 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ej1jh7vt/Summer-rain.avif Temperatures will reach a maximum of 47°C in internal areas, down from the 50°C forecast a day earlier. Coastal and island areas will record highs of between 37°C and 42°C, while mountain temperatures will peak at 38°C. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T06:14:24.356+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to dip as rain, fog and blowing dust expected Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/what-to-know-about-the-trial-of-former-tiananmen-vigil-organisers-before-a-verdict-1.500646255 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/jl5oj2wk/preview.jpg FILE - Tens of thousands of people attend a candlelight vigil to mark the 25th anniversary of Beijing's June 4th Chinese military crackdown on the pro-democracy movement at Victoria Park in Hong Kong on June 4, 2014. (AP Photo/Vincent Yu, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-20T05:45:15.914+04:00 What to know about the trial of former Tiananmen vigil organisers before a verdict tiananmen trial hong kong activists what to know https://gulfnews.com/technology/us-way-ahead-of-china-in-ai-says-trump-1.500646251 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/1986k8io/20260515101F.jpg US President Donald Trump with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Chinese leader is coming to the US on September 24th. "We'll probably be talking about AI and a lot of other things," said Trump. File photo. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T05:39:24.039+04:00 US way ahead of China in AI, says Trump Technology, Americas, Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/russian-strikes-kill-6-in-kyiv-surrounding-region-ukraine-authorities-1.500646249 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/pe95qawb/An_apartment_building_damaged_following_a_shelling_on_the_town_of_Irpin__26_kilometers_west_of_Kyiv_.jpg A strike in central Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, triggered a fire following a blast during an air raid alert. File photo Gulf News en 2026-08-20T05:33:36.054+04:00 Russian strikes kill 6 in Kyiv, surrounding region: Ukraine authorities Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/icc-slams-us-decision-to-sanction-the-courts-president-and-a-senior-prosecution-lawyer-1.500645562 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/y39r4yr2/preview.jpg A general view of the exterior of the International Criminal Court is seen in The Hague, Netherlands, March 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Omar Havana, File) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/m97795c8/newsml_afp_com_20260818T174239Z_doc_c4xz663.jpeg erJudge Tomoko Akane arrives prior to the announcement of the International Criminal Court (ICC) vrdict that sentenced Malian Jihadist police chief Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mohamed Ag Mahmoud to 10 years in jail for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during a reign of terror in the fabled Malian city of Timbuktu, on November 20, 2024 at the ICC court in The Hague.z https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/m97795c8/newsml_afp_com_20260818T174239Z_doc_c4xz663.jpeg Judge Tomoko Akane arrives prior to the announcement of the International Criminal Court (ICC) verdict that sentenced Malian Jihadist police chief Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mohamed Ag Mahmoud to 10 years in jail for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during a reign of terror in the fabled Malian city of Timbuktu, on November 20, 2024 at the ICC court in The Hague. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T05:22:46.983+04:00 ICC slams US decision to sanction the court's president and a senior prosecution lawyer ICC Trump sanctions Japan international court https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/when-everyone-wishes-the-summer-holidays-were-a-little-longer-1.500644780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/cxrman2r/seljan-salimova-El0yVRiFbxs-unsplash.jpg The end of the summer break is not something only children have to adjust to. Parents and teachers are making the transition too. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T05:14:00.000+04:00 When everyone wishes the summer holidays were a little longer Op-Eds, UAE school holidays, Summer vibes, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/canada-deports-irans-2019-crackdown-spokesman-former-interior-ministry-face-of-bloody-protests-deported-under-ottawas-hardline-iran-sanctions-1.500646235 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-20/r9if0m3a/Salman-Samani-Iran-Intl.avif Syed Salman Samani https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-30/2tnkxjvd/preview.jpg This frame grab from videos taken between Jan. 9 and Jan. 11, 2026, and circulating on social media purportedly shows images from a morgue with dozens of bodies and mourners after crackdown on the outskirts of Iran's capital, in Kahrizak, Tehran Province. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T04:25:01.466+04:00 Canada deports Iran’s 2019 crackdown spokesman: Former interior ministry face of bloody protests deported under Ottawa’s hardline Iran sanctions Americas, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-us-has-draconian-sanctions-ready-for-iran-claims-hormuz-naval-blockade-100-successful-1.500646225 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/j9llnryd/ANI_20260819231434.jpg US President Donald Trump (Photo/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-08-20T03:47:53.760+04:00 Trump says US has 'draconian sanctions' ready for Iran; claims Hormuz naval blockade '100% successful' Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-threatens-economic-punishment-on-any-country-helping-iran-1.500646223 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/1jxb9voc/newsml_afp_com_20260512T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275855775.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks in front of the American flag to the press as he departs the White House. File phoo taken on May 12, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T03:30:02.514+04:00 Trump threatens economic punishment on 'any country' helping Iran Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/5-bangladeshi-nationals-among-nine-killed-in-kolkata-hotel-fire-four-from-same-family-deputy-high-commission-1.500646184 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/c6rlo555/ANI_20260819204126.jpg Exterior view of the building on Mirza Ghalib Street where a hotel fire killed nine people early morning, in Kolkata on August 19. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T03:22:36.264+04:00 5 Bangladeshi nationals among nine killed in Kolkata hotel fire; four from same family: Deputy High Commission India https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-kim-jong-un-didn-t-like-biden-obama-but-likes-me-highlights-ties-making-us-allies-safer-1.500646214 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/02/25/US_North_Korea_Summit_Closing_Yongbyon_21948_16a4a169a0b.jpg-9183f~2-(Read-Only)_resources1_16a4a169a0b_large.jpg In this June 12, 2018, file photo, U.S. President Donald Trump, right, makes a statement before saying goodbye to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after their meetings at the Capella resort on Sentosa Island in Singapore. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T03:17:38.059+04:00 Trump says Kim Jong Un 'didn't like' Biden, Obama but 'likes me'; highlights ties making US, allies safer Americas, Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/safari-helicopter-crashes-in-northern-kenya-killing-7-people-including-5-americans-1.500646004 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/19xvdwy7/preview.jpg This photo provided by Kenya Red Cross shows Kenya Red Cross emergency response teams during a multi-agency rescue and recovery operation in response to a helicopter crash near Mt. Ololokwe in Samburu, Kenya, Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026. (Kenya Red Cross via AP) ADDITION: Removes reference to killed tourists Gulf News en 2026-08-20T03:13:02.002+04:00 Safari helicopter crashes in northern Kenya, killing 7 people, including 5 Americans kenya helicopter crash mount ololokwe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/ap-us-squid-spill-ri-1.500646204 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/djgqnqbl/Screenshot-2026-08-20-at-7.00.15-AM.png More than 20 tonnes of squid spilled onto a roadway in Narragansett, Rhode Island, on Sunday, after a fully-loaded tractor-trailer overturned on its side, US media reported, quoting state police. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T03:07:21.737+04:00 Truckload of squid spills into the street in Rhode Island, creating a smelly mess in the summer heat Narragansett trailer squid spill police https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/bought-faulty-school-supplies-in-dubai-here-is-how-parents-can-file-a-complaint-1.500645538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jumh4c56/STOCK_BACK_TO_SCHOOL_18a1dc40b45_original_ratio.jpg Photo for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/lu3diul1/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-19-at-13.21.46.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-20T03:00:00.000+04:00 Bought faulty school supplies in Dubai? Here is how parents can file a complaint Retail, Living-UAE, Education, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/nasas-attempted-satellite-rescue-mission-fails-space-telescope-to-burn-up-in-the-atmosphere-1.500646189 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/7f6ckg7k/Nasa-Swift-telescope.png After a failed $30-million dollar mission to send a robot to grab the telescope and move it farther into orbit, the Swift space telescope will now likely plunge back to earth and disintegrate along the way later this year. The telescope studies the most powerful explosions in the universe. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T02:58:13.791+04:00 NASA's attempted satellite rescue mission fails, space telescope to burn up in the atmosphere Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/bahrain-welcomes-uae-mediation-success-in-new-russia-ukraine-prisoner-exchange-7997-captives-released-across-26-mediation-cycles-1.500646182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/lptdnjll/kik03rku1ka0ziipn.jpg Diplomatic and humanitarian efforts led by the UAE contributed to securing the release of 7,997 captives across 26 mediation cycles since the outbreak of the Ukrainian crisis. Gulf News en 2026-08-20T02:46:21.745+04:00 Bahrain welcomes UAE mediation success in new Russia-Ukraine prisoner exchange: 7,997 captives released across 26 mediation cycles Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-us-canada-reach-trade-deal-tariffs-on-farmers-to-drop-to-zero-1.500646211 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ixsl3fts/ANI_20260819191718.jpeg US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (Photos/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-08-20T02:34:27.344+04:00 Trump says US, Canada reach trade deal, tariffs on farmers to drop to zero Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-opens-three-worker-markets-with-866-stalls-across-key-industrial-areas-1.500646116 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/lf1xptjm/Dubai The markets combine affordable essential goods with everyday services and supporting facilities. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T22:42:53.940+04:00 Dubai opens three worker markets with 866 stalls across key industrial areas UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-winning-numbers-revealed-see-who-won-1.500646121 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/0fp0nj1o/uaeooetr.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-19T22:33:33.353+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Winning numbers revealed – see who won UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/salman-khan-personality-rights-row-kala-hiran-producer-moves-supreme-court-1.500646072 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-14/61dscm1z/Salman-Khan Personality rights vs free speech: ‘Kala Hiran’ producer takes fight to Supreme Court Gulf News en 2026-08-19T21:38:40.819+04:00 Salman Khan personality rights row: Kala Hiran producer moves Supreme Court BollyWood, bollywood, Salman Khan, Bollywood icons https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/lewis-hamilton-goes-public-with-kim-kardashian-in-loved-up-instagram-post-1.500646067 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/kagjbjk8/202608183908438.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T21:29:59.334+04:00 Lewis Hamilton goes public with Kim Kardashian in loved-up Instagram post Motorsport, Lifestyle, Entertainment, Formula-One, Formula1, lifestyle, Kim Kardashian https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/fans-to-get-refunds-after-the-corrs-cancel-abu-dhabi-concert-1.500646041 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/8bhsn20r/corss.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-19T20:45:59.599+04:00 Fans to get refunds after The Corrs cancel Abu Dhabi concert Music, Music, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/nearly-total-blood-moon-eclipse-to-light-up-skies-on-august-27-28-1.500646016 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/uw4ibgbw/Blood-Moon Astronomers classify it as a deep partial lunar eclipse because a small portion of the Moon will remain outside Earth’s umbra. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T20:26:01.864+04:00 Nearly total ‘Blood Moon’ eclipse to light up skies on August 27-28 Environment, Environment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/robinson-storms-back-for-england-by-ripping-through-pakistan-at-headingley-1.500646032 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/s39ptbdw/newsml_afp_com_20260819T105056Z_doc_c4ze4g7.jpeg England's Ollie Robinson (R) celebrates after the dismissal of Pakistan's batter Shan Masood on the opening day of the first test match between England and Pakistan at Headingley cricket ground in Leeds, northern England on August 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T20:25:42.278+04:00 Robinson and Tongue star as Pakistan all out for 171 in England opener Cricket, cricket, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-admits-troops-fired-on-hind-rajab-s-car-opens-criminal-probe-1.500645910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/11/20240210-hind_18d96003686_large.jpg Hind’s death became one of the most widely known cases of the Gaza war after recordings emerged of the terrified child pleading for help during an hours-long telephone call with Palestinian emergency workers. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-03/zlrylie4/hind_rajab_1756908884890.jpg This image released by Mime Films/Tanit Films shows Motaz Malhees in a scene from" The Voice of Hind Rajab." Gulf News en 2026-08-19T20:25:13.701+04:00 Israel admits troops fired on Hind Rajab’s car, opens criminal probe Mena, Israel, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-will-meet-north-koreas-kim-later-this-year-1.500646029 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/2eubud95/newsml_afp_com_20260819T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291163316.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to the media on the construction of a new helipad on the South Lawn of the White House continues on August 19, 2026 in Washington, DC. Portions of the nearly completed helipad were removed recently due to modifications of the project. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T20:23:00.236+04:00 Trump says will meet North Korea's Kim later this year Americas, Donald Trump https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/flair/a-dream-of-arab-music-celebrating-umm-kulthums-enduring-legacy-1.500646003 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/svbwel5c/1cmjnRVB.jpg Mona Khashoggi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/3qvv28x3/Umm-KulthumBahrain-29cmjnRVB.jpg Umm Kulthum & The Golden Era, A Musical Tribute https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/8x66jgwf/Umm-KulthumBahrain-04cmjnRVB.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T20:04:56.113+04:00 A dream of Arab music: Celebrating Umm Kulthum’s enduring legacy Flair, Fashion, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/herschel-little-america-review-the-everyday-campus-backpack-1.500638543 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ps7ockbs/herschelbags-1.png Herschel Little America backpack styled with everyday campus essentials. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T20:00:00.000+04:00 Herschel Little America review: the everyday campus backpack Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/is-the-worst-of-uae-summer-behind-us-the-key-dates-explained-1.500645939 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ymdn0up1/UAE Meteorologically, summer runs from June 1 until August 31 each year, based on the seasonal calendar used to track average temperature patterns. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T19:42:58.786+04:00 Is the worst of UAE summer behind us? The key dates explained Weather, UAE weather, Weather forecast, Summer https://gulfnews.com/sport/india-knock-out-pakistan-with-5-3-win-at-hockey-world-cup-1.500645938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/q3sxt28v/HQFjrKSboAAzfwH.jpg Hardik seals tense 5-3 triumph as Pakistan crash out of World Cup race Gulf News en 2026-08-19T19:23:55.818+04:00 India knock out Pakistan with 5-3 win at Hockey World Cup second round Sport, Pakistan, ind https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-approves-1295-humanitarian-cases-in-first-half-of-2026-1.500645881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/lzaonulf/UAE GDRFA Dubai said its Humanitarian Cases Committee reviewed 2,267 applications during the six-month period. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/se5d7ntr/7236.webp Gulf News en 2026-08-19T19:11:26.133+04:00 Dubai approves 1,295 humanitarian cases in first half of 2026 UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-seek-public-help-to-identify-deceased-man-found-without-documents-1.500645897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/8ucv4j35/images.jpg The deceased was found within the jurisdiction of the Ports Police Station with no identification documents. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/0hq5x50x/2323f56841a92d.png Gulf News en 2026-08-19T19:02:13.478+04:00 Dubai Police seek public help to identify deceased man found without documents UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/sharjah-police-noon-to-launch-vehicle-plate-collection-service-1.500645801 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/xbn44enb/Sharjah Under the new system, a Noon representative will collect the vehicle plates from the customer and deliver them to the relevant traffic and licensing centre. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T18:26:28.144+04:00 Sharjah Police, Noon to launch vehicle plate collection service Living-Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-provides-39-billion-in-gaza-aid-accounting-for-46-per-cent-of-global-assistance-1.500645869 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ijkkfsvf/UAE Supporting people during times of hardship is a key part of the UAE’s humanitarian principles. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T18:25:29.380+04:00 UAE provides $3.9 billion in Gaza aid, accounting for 46 per cent of global assistance UAE, UAE, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-gives-grade-11-and-12-pupils-more-choice-with-ai-electives-1.500645842 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/kpladf70/GN All pupils will take six compulsory subjects: Arabic, Islamic Education, Social Studies and Moral Education, English, Mathematics, and Physical and Health Education. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T18:23:22.009+04:00 UAE gives Grade 11 and 12 pupils more choice with AI electives Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-bans-spiritual-healing-under-new-psychotherapy-rules-1.500645852 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/lu6ve51o/Kuwait Ministerial Decision No. 225 of 2026 sets out requirements for practising psychotherapy and obtaining professional licences, while introducing safeguards intended to protect patients. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T18:22:45.223+04:00 Kuwait bans spiritual healing under new psychotherapy rules Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/3-key-nafis-updates-for-emiratis-working-in-private-sector-from-september-1.500645863 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/9fmn2kvj/gulfnews2026-02-01lwp8dlojEmiratisation.avif Nafis said employers that fail to meet the minimum wage requirement may face administrative penalties and fines under applicable labour regulations. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T18:17:55.952+04:00 3 key Nafis updates for Emiratis working in private sector from September UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/nato-ready-to-defend-allies-as-iran-weighs-strikes-on-us-military-targets-in-europe-1.500645832 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/27/OPN-NATO_1872302403e_large.jpg MiG-29 and F-35 fighter jets are parked on the tarmac during a NATO media event at an airbase in Malbork, Poland, in March 2023. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T18:17:55.124+04:00 Nato ready to defend allies as Iran weighs strikes on US military targets in Europe Europe, Mena, Americas, americas, Europe, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-august-19-1.500645717 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/1foxcqku/preview.jpg Iraq has asked Iran to grant Iraqi oil exports passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T18:01:40.109+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know tonight (August 19) Mena, UAE, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/more-uae-companies-accept-jaywan-payments-as-airlines-malls-online-retailers-join-network-1.500645821 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/15/Stock-Payments_18f7b750886_large.jpg UAE banks are issuing Jaywan cards to their account holders. These cards can offer both debit and prepaid services. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T17:50:20.480+04:00 More UAE companies accept Jaywan payments as airlines, malls, online retailers join network Banking, Etihad Airways, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/housing/how-to-deactivate-dewa-when-moving-out-of-a-dubai-home-1.500645814 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/gq536h7z/Untitled-design-81.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T17:38:14.410+04:00 How to deactivate DEWA when moving out of a Dubai home Living-Housing https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/fab-launches-send-now-pay-later-service-for-international-money-transfers-1.500645795 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/wdkbm33a/fab Payit is addressing this everyday challenge by enabling eligible customers to complete international transfers immediately and repay the amount within 30 days. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T17:30:41.800+04:00 FAB launches Send Now Pay Later service for international money transfers Banking, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-sharjah-evening-traffic-update-heavy-congestion-on-key-routes-1.500645808 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-30/z68q4ow1/gulfnews2026-01-28cbxfwytuUntitled-2.avif Commuters advised to check live traffic updates and allow extra travel time amid heavy morning congestion in Dubai and Sharjah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/mrxpsi11/t1.PNG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/vlfylj6g/t2.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-19T17:30:05.113+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah evening traffic update: Heavy congestion on key routes Transport, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-mediates-russia-ukraine-captive-exchange-of-206-people-1.500645796 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/2z15phig/89d06f421ka12tvpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T17:13:25.500+04:00 UAE mediates Russia-Ukraine captive exchange of 206 people Government, Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-shoppers-can-now-send-bicester-village-luxury-purchases-home-with-emirates-1.500645771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/db3yp5z1/emiratesdeliversimage.jpg Emirates Delivers has partnered with Bicester Village to offer UAE customers doorstep delivery for luxury purchases made at the UK shopping destination. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T17:01:32.630+04:00 UAE shoppers can now send Bicester Village luxury purchases home with Emirates Aviation, Travel, Emirates Group, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-citizens-can-now-receive-scholarships-for-fully-online-university-programmes-1.500645758 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/hfj1tcsi/IMG6895.jpeg New rules allow distance-learning scholarships at universities ranked among the world’s top 20 Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:52:20.435+04:00 UAE citizens can now receive scholarships for fully online university programmes Education, UAE, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-initiatives-deliver-dh6479-million-impact-for-38-million-people-1.500645754 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/jssje4m0/2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:49:53.033+04:00 Dubai Police initiatives deliver Dh647.9 million impact for 3.8 million people UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/zelenskyys-office-probed-for-corruption-1.500645751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/xyn0yfe0/preview.jpg Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy looks on during his meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on July 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:37:57.872+04:00 Zelenskyy’s office probed for corruption Europe, Ukraine https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/aramco-maaden-plan-mining-jv-across-area-nearly-10-of-saudi-arabia-1.500645737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/3lddqxpl/newsml_afp_com_20260309T150903Z_doc_a2jp39h.jpeg A view of the ARAMCO headquarter, the national Saudi Arabian Oil Company, towers in the King Abdullah Financial District of Riyadh. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:32:20.848+04:00 Aramco, Maaden plan mining JV across area nearly 10% of Saudi Arabia Markets, Saudi https://gulfnews.com/sport/arabian-falcons-launch-uaes-first-premier-league-standard-pathway-into-professional-football-1.500645728 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/howwp9gq/DSC04444.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ipptxchx/_65A3943_2_jpg.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/5o6e5y7n/DSC08895.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:28:28.707+04:00 Arabian Falcons launch UAE’s first Premier League standard pathway into professional football Sport, Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rishabh-pant-thanks-ground-staff-at-galle-1.500645725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/cwdngza4/newsml_afp_com_20260818T082235Z_doc_c4wc6ky.jpeg India's Rishabh Pant plays a shot during the fourth day of the first Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:12:23.744+04:00 Rishabh Pant thanks ground staff at Galle Cricket, cricket, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/outer-banks-season-5-magic-faraway-tree-khalifa-this-weeks-uae-watchlist-ott-and-cinemas-1.500645695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/pqsvtru9/season5.jpg Here's everything worth watching, whether you're settling in on the couch or heading out to the cinema. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:07:16.577+04:00 Outer Banks Season 5, Magic Faraway Tree, Khalifa: This week's UAE watchlist — OTT and cinemas Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-a-30m-water-resistant-watch-is-not-a-swimming-watch-1.500639358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/hlln71om/waterresistancewatch-1.png Comparing an everyday water resistant watch with a swimming ready dive watch. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T16:00:00.000+04:00 Why a 30m water-resistant watch is not a swimming watch Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistan-to-host-sri-lanka-and-england-for-t20is-odi-tri-series-and-tests-1.500645696 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/f2lxjhuc/Pakistan-cricket-team Cricket can bring surprises. It has produced miracles before. Can this Pakistan side create one when it matters the most? Gulf News en 2026-08-19T15:45:08.043+04:00 Pakistan to host Sri Lanka and England for T20Is, ODI tri-series and Tests Cricket, cricket, Pakistan, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/beaches-yachts-and-bikes-how-f1-drivers-spent-the-summer-break-1.500645668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/361p5cfj/Gyros-on-the-table.jpg Red Bull's Isack Hadjar. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T15:29:25.626+04:00 Beaches, yachts and bikes: How F1 drivers spent the summer break Motorsport, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-passengers-can-now-book-flights-with-jaywan-cards-1.500645661 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/vo761hur/HQFHZsrakAA9fFg.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T15:21:10.879+04:00 Etihad passengers can now book flights with Jaywan cards Aviation, Markets, Etihad Airways https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/glenn-maxwell-vini-raman-welcome-second-child-1.500645663 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/27/Glenn-Maxwell-with-Vini-Raman_17085ddb4ea_large.jpg Glenn Maxwell with Vini Raman. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T15:16:54.185+04:00 Glenn Maxwell, Vini Raman welcome second child Cricket, Lifestyle, cricket, Australia https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubais-biggest-events-return-through-december-with-gitex-big-5-beautyworld-and-more-1.500645637 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/15c5jno3/HQFDlltbsAAIzON.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/flyhk25s/HQFD85QaIAAol0X.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/l5f2s4g2/HQFDj18asAAZrVf.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:58:24.144+04:00 Dubai’s biggest events return through December with GITEX, Big 5, Beautyworld and more Markets, events, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/uae-expats-increasingly-explore-holding-companies-trusts-and-foundations-for-wealth-succession-1.500645641 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/bnklxfmh/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:56:20.656+04:00 UAE expats increasingly explore holding companies, trusts and foundations for wealth succession GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/sport/brazilian-football-legend-reportedly-converts-to-islam-after-marrying-moroccan-woman-1.500645631 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/s591kqak/newsml_afp_com_20251205T000000Z_PH_GTY_2250161379.jpeg Roberto Carlos is yet to confirm the claims Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:51:08.222+04:00 Brazilian football legend reportedly converts to Islam after marrying Moroccan woman Sport, Football, football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA 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 2026-08-19T14:47:01.539+04:00 5 laptop accessories from noon every student needs in 2026 Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/after-brazil-will-india-host-world-cup-sensation-cape-verde-1.500645620 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/jqq1z82z/newsml_afp_com_20260806T003544Z_doc_c4389yj.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha waves to fans from the pitch during his presentation as new Colo Colo goalkeeper at the Monumental Stadium in Santiago on August 5, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:37:33.215+04:00 After Brazil, will India host World Cup sensation Cape Verde? Football, football, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/explained-googles-pakistan-office-opens-with-960000-jobs-supported-1.500645615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/1qqgqpay/google-pak-two.jpg Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Google Vice President Wilson L. White during the opening of Google's first office in Pakistan. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:36:45.395+04:00 Google’s Pakistan push: 960,000 jobs and counting Pakistan, Pakistan, technology https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/us-dollar-stays-near-multi-month-lows-with-fed-rate-outlook-back-in-focus-1.500645607 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/02/Stock-US-dollars_177f3563381_large.jpg US dollars Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:28:56.913+04:00 US dollar stays near multi-month lows with Fed rate outlook back in focus Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/govindas-wife-sunita-ahuja-drops-divorce-case-whatever-happened-was-not-good-but-its-in-the-past-1.500645602 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/h1bea2ii/202608193910009.jpeg Sunita Ahuja and Govinda Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:22:32.902+04:00 Govinda's wife Sunita Ahuja drops divorce case: 'Whatever happened was not good, but it's in the past' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/food/from-calicut-paragon-to-jamavar-10-onam-sadhyas-to-try-in-dubai-1.500645439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-27/yg8vo8oq/shutterstock1963988467.jpg Several hotels, restaurants are serving the legendary onam sadhya on a traditional banana leaf. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/emih9kfc/ChatGPT_Image_Aug_10__2026__04_08_25_PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/z6e0htrd/Screenshot_2026_08_19_115441.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/gqnoip8a/Jamavar_Dubai_Onam___Leelamma_s_Onam_Sadhya_1.jpg Jamavar Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/vn3uxumi/Screenshot_2026_08_19_133026.png Rasam Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/9zz1nmtw/Screenshot_2026_08_19_140622.png Shamiana https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/6ing5fse/ba3c3618_3ae1_47a0_b60e_3db462f36d5b_size1920_cropCenter.webp The Kitchen, Lulu Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:14:46.998+04:00 From Dh37 to Dh195, 13 Onam sadhyas to try in Dubai Food, Things To Do, Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/malayalam-will-be-the-next-spanish-how-young-kalyani-hitmakers-won-snoop-doggs-nod-teamed-up-with-shreya-ghoshal-and-set-sights-on-dubai-1.500645525 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/bsa66ezz/Kalyani A look at the singers and model-actress behind making Kalyani, a viral hit https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/npzfk2pe/KALYANI-SONG-14442-1.jpg Singer Arjn behind the viral hit Kalyani https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/pgg5bvrb/Snoop_Dogg_18703771161_original_ratio.jpg Snoop Dogg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-06/3zuse9cx/Screenshot-2026-07-06-at-3.19.02-PM.png A look at Saniya Iyappan in 'Kalyani' decked up in gold jewellery from Malabar and Gold & Diamonds https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/85h6a99u/KALYANI-SONG-178.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/5q14tb2u/KALYANI-SONG-121.jpg Kalyani song https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-01/0q3gi4hc/newsml_afp_com_20250531T000000Z_PH_GTY_2218034742.jpeg Hanumankind performs onstage during NETFLIX TUDUM 2025: THE LIVE EVENT at The Kia Forum on May 31, 2025 in Inglewood, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:12:07.199+04:00 ‘Malayalam will be the next Spanish’: How young ‘Kalyani’ hitmakers won Snoop Dogg’s nod, teamed up with Shreya Ghoshal and set sights on Dubai Entertainment, Music, India, BollyWood, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/rider-dies-after-collision-in-manx-grand-prix-1.500645595 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/v1dg2vjg/Manx.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:09:21.737+04:00 Rider dies after collision in Manx Grand Prix Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/what-s-next-in-iran-war-trump-tightens-squeeze-tehran-threatens-to-shoot-its-way-out-1.500645584 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-11/9teq6vsk/Hormuz-strait.jpg A geotagged map of the Strait of Hormuz, at the centre of the US-Iran dispute, with US President Donald Trump (inset). Gulf News en 2026-08-19T14:00:00.767+04:00 What’s next in Iran war? Trump ends talks, tightens squeeze as Tehran vows to break US naval blockade Americas, Gulf, Donald Trump, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-national-day-2026-how-to-turn-1-2-or-3-leave-days-into-a-longer-break-1.500645564 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/2nnu84kr/HOLIDAY-UAE Emirati artists entertain crowd at Dubai mall fountain area. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:56:25.200+04:00 UAE National Day 2026: How to turn 1, 2 or 3 leave days into a longer break Living-Ask-Us, Ask Gulf News, UAE Public holidays, Eid Al Etihad https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/foreign-national-dies-after-altercation-on-india-train-1.500645582 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/16/Indian_Railways_resources1_16a3107080c_large.jpg A foreign national has died after an altercation on board a train in India. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:53:13.614+04:00 Foreign national dies after altercation on India train India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-warns-of-jail-omr5000-fine-for-exploiting-kids-domestic-workers-online-1.500645570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/367plc8w/Oman-flag.webp Oman warns content creators that exploiting children or domestic workers online can lead to three years in jail and fines up to OMR5,000 under cybercrime laws. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:52:57.597+04:00 Oman warns of jail, OMR5,000 fine for exploiting kids, domestic workers online Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/who-is-manav-suthar-indias-new-spin-wizard-1.500645580 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/bzgsny2h/202606063815489.jpg Manav Suthar Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:48:26.972+04:00 Who is Manav Suthar, India’s new spin wizard? Cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/ready-for-the-new-epl-season-join-the-gulf-news-fantasy-premier-league-1.500645569 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/cgzhksle/FPL.avif Join the Gulf News Fantasy Premier League now! Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:45:59.430+04:00 Ready for the new EPL season? Join the Gulf News Fantasy Premier League Sport, Football, Premier League, UAE, football, premier league https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/huge-mistake-says-nick-kyrgios-after-testing-positive-for-cocaine-1.500645571 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/01/10/Nick-Kyrgios-speaks-to-the-media-_17e432a7269_large.jpg Nick Kyrgios Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:44:04.612+04:00 Huge mistake, says Nick Kyrgios after testing positive for cocaine Tennis, Australia, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/west-bengal-teen-living-in-pond-airlifted-to-mumbai-after-anant-ambanis-intervention-1.500645550 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/xk8ichtn/HPVWcX4aYAAdGQv.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:29:53.429+04:00 West Bengal teen living in pond airlifted to Mumbai after Anant Ambani’s intervention. India, viral https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/just-his-second-test-manav-suthar-turns-hero-in-indias-win-over-sri-lanka-1.500645533 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/3z11ymwx/newsml_afp_com_20260819T081031Z_doc_c4yv67q.jpeg India's Manav Suthar shows the ball after taking a six-wicket haul as he celebrates his team's win at the end of the fifth day of the first Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T13:11:27.264+04:00 Just his second Test, Manav Suthar turns hero in India’s win over Sri Lanka Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-international-holy-quran-award-2026-offers-1-million-top-prizes-1.500645507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/jqk5zqiz/gulfnewsimport20190505Ramadan-The-good-the-bad-and-the-hungry16a88571989large.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:59:33.390+04:00 Dubai International Holy Quran Award 2026 offers $1 million top prizes Government, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-suspends-powered-paragliding-after-fatal-crash-in-salalah-1.500645512 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/r9jm2ycz/HPkwmcXoAAYonA.jpg All powered paragliding activities have been halted across the Sultanate of Oman until further notice following a tragic accident that claimed two lives in Salalah. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:59:14.380+04:00 Oman suspends powered paragliding after fatal crash in Salalah Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-launches-new-training-push-to-sharpen-how-government-assets-are-managed-1.500645522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/megub98o/Group-Photo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:58:19.728+04:00 UAE launches new training push to sharpen how government assets are managed Business https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/tamil-nadu-extends-365-day-maternity-leave-to-third-child-1.500645504 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/zb24skkk/20260817246F.jpg Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has raised the health insurance cover for citizens to ₹2.5 million and announced allowances for MLAs. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:49:20.625+04:00 Tamil Nadu extends 365-day maternity leave to third child India, india https://gulfnews.com/technology/gta-6-gameplay-and-map-leaked-online-crypto-linked-group-threatens-rockstar-and-industry-wide-attacks-1.500645496 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/cwtt5aie/ANI_20260713080101.jpg GTA 6 is set to arrive in India on 19 November 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:42:48.065+04:00 GTA 6 gameplay and map 'leaked' online: Crypto-linked group threatens Rockstar and industry-wide attacks Technology, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-steps-up-back-to-school-checks-with-nearly-800-retail-inspections-1.500645493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ulsqvqq7/Ahmad-Ahli-Acting-Director-of-the-Consumer-Protection-Department-at-the-Dubai-Corporation-for-Consumer-Protection-and-Fair-Trade-DCPFT Ahmad Ahli, Acting Director of the Consumer Protection Department at the Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCPFT) inspecting Back-to-School offers at Dubai Hills Mall on Wednesday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/xx6gbf29/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-19-at-12.35.36.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/2jpxud7e/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-19-at-12.35.35.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:41:17.175+04:00 Dubai steps up back-to-school checks with nearly 800 retail inspections Retail, UAE, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/spain-closes-alhambra-palace-after-earthquake-causes-minor-damage-to-historic-site-1.500645456 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/j0b8ixic/Al-Hamra-Palace.webp Granada’s historic Alhambra Palace has been temporarily closed as a precaution after a 4.8-magnitude earthquake caused minor damage to the UNESCO World Heritage site and injured three people. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:30:35.023+04:00 Spain closes Alhambra Palace after earthquake causes minor damage to historic site Europe, spain https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-and-al-nassrs-uae-return-dates-announced-1.500645481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ksr97cud/newsml_afp_com_20260507T194507Z_doc_b27z9qp.jpeg The Portuguese superstar is set to play in the UAE next month. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/c34n98v5/newsml_afp_com_20260517T072218Z_doc_b33j6ke.jpeg It was disaster for Ronaldo and Al Nassr in the 2026 AFC Champions League Two final last season. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:26:41.402+04:00 Ronaldo and Al Nassr’s UAE return dates announced Sport, Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-five-provinces-shortlisted-as-candidates-for-first-commercial-nuclear-power-plants-1.500645455 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/jtb7jgom/SoutheastAsia-DataCenters-NuclearPower02978-b2313-Read-Only.jpg This aerial view, taken Jan. 19, 2025, shows the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant in the Philippines, which has never produced a single watt of energy. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:19:23.700+04:00 Philippines: 5 provinces shortlisted as candidates for nuclear power plants Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-arabia-adds-new-daily-germany-route-from-sharjah-starting-december-15-1.500645452 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/65128pdq/Air-arabia Gulf News en 2026-08-19T12:03:01.313+04:00 Air Arabia adds new daily Germany route from Sharjah starting December 15 Aviation, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/niu-lai-the-terrible-low-tech-chinese-cartoon-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 2026-08-19T12:02:21.913+04:00 Niu Lai: The 'terrible, low tech' Chinese cartoon beating Odyssey and Spider-Man Brand New Day at box office Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-taxi-company-adds-1607-taxis-to-bolt-platform-in-latest-ride-hailing-expansion-1.500645448 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/mm6dzsbo/DTC-x-Arabia-Taxi-Partnership2SD.jpg DTC said adding Arabia Taxi's fleet could improve vehicle utilisation, service reliability and estimated arrival times. Mansoor Rahma Alfalasi, Group CEO of Dubai Taxi Company, and Rawoof Ali, Executive Director of Arabia Taxi, both pictured above, signed the partnership agreement to integrate 1,607 Arabia Taxi vehicles onto the Bolt platform in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:59:44.817+04:00 Dubai Taxi Company adds 1,607 taxis to Bolt platform in latest ride-hailing expansion Markets, Dubai taxis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hayden-panettiere-sadly-lost-her-way-says-estranged-mother-i-wish-she-had-stayed-true-to-herself-1.500645440 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/0lp1v402/preview.jpg FILE - Hayden Panettiere 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 2026-08-19T11:56:44.445+04:00 Hayden Panettiere 'sadly lost her way', says estranged mother: 'I wish she had stayed true to herself' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sheikh-mohammed-bin-rashid-the-uae-will-remain-a-force-for-hope-and-humanitarian-action-1.500645435 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/sa72u82b/Sheikh-Mohammed-bin-Rashid.jpg His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:49:14.885+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid: The UAE will remain a force for hope and humanitarian action Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/photographer-shot-dead-after-mediating-a-road-rage-dispute-in-ludhiana-1.500645438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-11/k2yav0ax/Stock-crime-scene Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:48:52.005+04:00 Photographer shot dead after mediating a road-rage dispute in Ludhiana India, crime https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/parkin-expands-beyond-uae-with-egypt-smart-parking-deal-1.500645434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/lcnlc44x/Parkin.jpg Parkin CEO Eng. Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali and Modon Misr for Asset & Facility Management CEO Mohamed Aboutaleb sign a memorandum of understanding to explore smart parking and mobility solutions in Egypt. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:41:17.970+04:00 Parkin expands beyond UAE with Egypt smart parking deal Markets, Parkin, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/gaelic-football-debuts-at-emirates-dubai-7s-as-registration-opens-1.500645430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/58mwig6n/Gaelic-Football.jpg Emirates Dubai 7s welcomes Gaelic football to its sport line-up https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/l3k6vm96/Gaelic_Football_2_.jpg Ireland’s national sport, Gaelic Football combines kicking, carrying and hand-passing in a fast-paced game. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/6l125qa7/WODON3.jpg Emirates Dubai 7s is a major sports festival in Dubai featuring rugby, cricket, netball, padel and more. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:36:25.129+04:00 Gaelic Football debuts at Emirates Dubai 7s as registration opens Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, Dubai, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/uae/things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-this-week-9-fun-picks-1.500643572 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/06/Office-towers-in-Abu-Dhabi_16c674fc1bc_large.jpg From concerts on Yas Island to workshops, summer programmes and exhibitions around the city, here are nine things worth adding to your plans from August 17 to 23. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/uga9mkie/Manarat_Al_Saadiyat_1623153731706_179eb80687d_original_ratio.jpg Manarat Al Saadiyat https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/08/13/louvre-abu-dhabi-WAM-1660404132319_18297cc69ff_large.jpg Louvre Abu Dhabi 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/import/2019/06/24/190624-michael-jackson_16b898af636_large.jpg Michael Jackson performing in London in 2006. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-19/zdh2aqgx/Child-library Reading remains one of the most wonderful, slightly underestimated pastimes. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:28:33.720+04:00 Things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: 9 fun picks UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/fashion-alert-theres-now-a-shirt-named-after-alex-eala-1.500645409 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/o3x7mw8l/Alex.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:19:34.842+04:00 Fashion alert: There’s now a shirt named after Alex Eala Tennis, Lifestyle, Filipina tennis player, Philippines, Tennis, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/anwar-gargash-dismisses-residency-visa-cancellation-iran-financial-aid-claims-as-false-1.500645396 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ln2d0ua4/Dr-Anwar-Mohammed-Gargash.avif Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:18:10.890+04:00 Anwar Gargash dismisses residency visa cancellation, Iran financial aid claims as false Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/study-group-actor-hong-mingi-accused-of-physical-violence-and-trauma-by-ex-girlfriend-agency-denies-1.500645393 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/2i3czw63/hong.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:17:41.666+04:00 Study Group actor Hong Mingi accused of physical violence and trauma by ex-girlfriend; agency denies Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/dileep-and-manju-warrier-share-stage-11-years-after-divorce-1.500645397 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/cpm484e8/dasasd.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T11:09:01.847+04:00 Dileep and Manju Warrier share stage 11 years after divorce South-Indian, viral https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/new-us-green-card-rule-may-hit-indians-1.500645368 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ka0way53/202608193909870.jpeg New US green card rule may hit Indians Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:40:05.526+04:00 New US green card rule may hit Indians India, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shaheen-afridis-seven-wicket-masterclass-includes-stunning-hat-trick-1.500645359 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/n86blplh/Pak-domestic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:26:02.563+04:00 Shaheen Afridi’s seven-wicket masterclass includes stunning hat-trick Cricket, cricket, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/technology/apple-fixes-29-iphone-security-flaws-including-risks-to-sensitive-data-1.500645353 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/niw3yfrk/Apple_logo_1729a6f07ab_original_ratio.jpg The iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1 updates, released on August 17, apply to iPhone 11 and later and a range of supported iPads, according to Apple’s security advisory. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:25:47.522+04:00 Apple fixes 29 iPhone security flaws, including risks to sensitive data Technology, apple https://gulfnews.com/technology/all-samsung-galaxy-s27-camera-leaks-big-shake-ups-new-sensors-and-the-sony-rumour-that-wont-go-away-1.500645327 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-03/t9q575h0/galaxys25seriessamung1763960749426.avif REPRESENTATIONAL IMAGE ONLY: The Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup in 2025 Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:13:17.036+04:00 All Samsung Galaxy S27 camera leaks: Big shake-ups, new sensors and the Sony rumour that won’t go away Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/two-workers-die-six-injured-by-toxic-fumes-at-egypt-food-factory-1.500645169 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/o21wd6ti/Egypt-Ambulance.webp The accident occurred at a factory in Sheikh Alaa village when a female worker slipped and fell into a large concrete tank used for processing and pickling vegetables. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:09:08.117+04:00 Two workers die, six injured by toxic fumes at Egypt food factory Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/35th-abu-dhabi-international-book-fair-to-take-place-in-september-1.500645343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/05/25/Book-lovers-converge-at-the-30th-Edition-of-Abu-Dhabi-International-Book-Fair_179a282b2d4_large.jpg Exhibitors participating in the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:07:13.652+04:00 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair to take place in September UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-hotel-fire-kills-9-more-injured-1.500645237 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/cbikbhwe/newsml_afp_com_20260819T044755Z_doc_c4yl4px.jpeg Civil defence personnel stand at the site of a hotel fire in Kolkata on August 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:03:59.610+04:00 India hotel fire kills 9, more injured India https://gulfnews.com/business/property/golden-visa-first-time-buyer-support-flexi-rent-how-dubai-is-widening-property-access-for-buyers-and-renters-1.500644768 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/94lna55q/Dubaiskyline2026 Dubai skyline https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/e5hxgdny/Firas_Al_Msaddi___CEO_of_f_m_Properties.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/cvwv9tp6/Harry_Martin__Head_of_Off_plan_and_Capital_Markets_at_betterhomes.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/ttqhyh0c/Fibha_Ahmed__Vice_President_of_Sales_at_Bayut___dubizzle.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/qq3jqhvk/Zacky_Sajjad__Director_Business_Development_and_Client_Relations_at_Cavendish_Maxwell.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:00:00.000+04:00 Golden Visa, first-time buyer support, Flexi Rent: How Dubai is widening property access for buyers and renters Property https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/phlur-missing-person-review-the-viral-fragrance-is-best-for-people-who-prefer-a-subtle-scent-1.500643676 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/t6kxv1nc/phlurscent-1.png Phlur Missing Person perfume displayed in a warm, minimalist setting. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T10:00:00.000+04:00 Phlur Missing Person review: the viral fragrance is best for people who prefer a subtle scent Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/the-philippines-taught-vietnam-how-to-build-economic-zones-now-vietnam-is-building-what-the-world-buys-1.500645222 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/nfpv5aqz/Philippines-port.png A container terminal. The Philippines imports far more goods than it exports, leaving it heavily dependent on foreign products, capital and energy. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/8tryyhso/Nickel_Mining_Philippines_resources1_16a310731f8_original_ratio.jpg An open-pit nickel mine in Southern Philippines. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/p7mn4sp9/A_nickel_ore__The_Philippines_does_not_export_refined_nickel__Instead__it_only_exports_low_grade_nic.jpg Nickel ore: The Philippines, top nickel producer, exports up to 90% of nickel ore to China. The Philippines has no nickel refining capacity enough for battery-grade (99.8%) purity. A new drive is on to localise the processing of nickel and other "critical minerals" to improve the industry's GDP share from 1% to as much as 7%, by ramping up value addition by onshoring processing and manufacturing. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T09:28:35.441+04:00 The Philippines taught Vietnam how to build economic zones. Now, Vietnam is building what the world buys Markets, Philippines, Asia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/prabhas-and-triptii-dimris-spirit-not-postponed-makers-confirm-clash-with-salman-khans-eid-2027-film-1.500645307 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-02/77co7r05/prabhas3.avif Prabhas and Tripti Dimri in the film, Spirit. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T09:17:15.133+04:00 Prabhas and Triptii Dimri's Spirit not postponed, makers confirm clash with Salman Khan's Eid 2027 film Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/esports-nations-cup-in-riyadh-postponed-until-2027-1.500645298 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/hsoecckj/Esports.jpg X Gulf News en 2026-08-19T09:07:44.232+04:00 Esports Nations Cup in Riyadh postponed until 2027 Sport, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-fall-again-24k-drops-dh825-in-two-days-1.500645284 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/5apy1gk1/STOCK_Dubai_gold_shopping_1752c386779_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T08:50:37.965+04:00 Dubai gold prices fall again, 24K drops Dh8.25 in two days Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/flying-from-the-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flights-impacted-by-regional-disruptions-1.500645264 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-24/0s87jxb9/UAE-carriers Airlines adjust Gulf schedules, extend conflict-zone advisories amid security concerns Gulf News en 2026-08-19T08:43:08.360+04:00 Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia flights impacted by regional disruptions Mena, Aviation, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hayden-panettieres-death-boyfriend-and-his-brother-were-present-at-apartment-police-report-reveals-1.500645276 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/y1w7n070/preview.jpg Hayden Panettiere at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 20, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-19T08:42:35.383+04:00 Hayden Panettiere's death: Boyfriend and his brother were present at apartment, police report reveals Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabi-to-add-71000-homes-by-2030-with-biggest-delivery-wave-in-2028-1.500645274 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/nv7vofrw/Abu-Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-08-19T08:38:32.922+04:00 Abu Dhabi to add 71,000 homes by 2030, with biggest delivery wave in 2028 Property, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-19-2026-1.500645272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/ts9v9cwt/DXB_Dubai_International_Airport_182d025b890_original_ratio.jpeg A scene inside Dubai International Airport (DXB). Gulf News en 2026-08-19T08:36:31.696+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug 19, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/diors-mathilde-favier-dies-in-car-crash-at-57-alongside-film-producer-nicolas-altmayer-1.500645268 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/nutgezqv/newsml_afp_com_20260818T101657Z_doc_c4wk763.jpeg French film producer Nicolas Altmayer (L) and Director of Public Relations for Dior Couture Mathilde Favier, at the red carpet on the second day of the 22nd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival in Morocco, on November 29, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T08:23:38.070+04:00 Dior’s Mathilde Favier dies in car crash at 57, alongside film producer Nicolas Altmayer Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hyeri-and-hwang-in-youps-dream-to-you-is-sweet-half-asleep-rambling-fans-cant-agree-if-it-ever-wakes-up-1.500645255 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/id32tldr/dream.jpg Hyeri and Hyeri and Hwang In-Youp in Dream to You. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T08:06:16.282+04:00 Hyeri and Hwang In-Youp's Dream To You is sweet, half-asleep rambling — fans can't agree if it ever wakes up Entertainment 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 2026-08-19T07:55:56.044+04:00 US–Iran tension escalates: Trump says no talks planned; UAE detects Iranian missiles US Iran conflict https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/frank-beard-zz-top-drummer-dies-at-77-after-hospice-care-band-cancels-shows-1.500645248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/zjv8mbdy/newsml_afp_com_20260818T205314Z_doc_c4y66ww.jpeg This photo taken May 21, 2008, shows ZZ Top band members Dusty Hill (L), Billy Gibbons (C) and Frank Beard (R) arriving for the American Idol 2008 Finale held at the Nokia theatre in Los Angeles. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T07:44:39.623+04:00 Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at 77 after hospice care; band cancels shows Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/batwara-1947-box-office-update-sunny-deols-film-trails-as-emraan-hashmis-awarapan-2-races-past-rs-1-billion-1.500645242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bri7itud/batwara.avif Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Preity Zinta and cast from Batwara 1947 Gulf News en 2026-08-19T07:33:46.008+04:00 Batwara 1947 box office update: Sunny Deol's film trails as Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 races past Rs 1 billion Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-aerobics-champion-mother-and-grandmother-killed-in-car-crash-1.500645163 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/vw0xp9ij/Natali-and-her-mother.webp Egyptian aerobics champion Natalie Raymond, her mother and grandmother were killed in tragic car crash on the Matrouh coastal road. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T07:32:20.086+04:00 Egypt aerobics champion, mother and grandmother killed in car crash Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/dr-congo-ebola-outbreak-far-from-being-under-control-poses-high-risk-of-spread-who-chief-1.500644708 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/1rkw6bbq/20260527022.JPG WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is is moving faster than any previous epidemic of the disease and is omplicated by conflict, insecurity. It also risks spreading to more countries. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T07:32:11.115+04:00 DR Congo Ebola outbreak 'far from being under control', poses 'high risk' of spread: WHO chief Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/naturalised-kuwaitis-barred-from-voting-seeking-parliament-seats-under-amended-nationality-law-1.500645182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/a88hh2ra/gettyimages-1243062178-612x612.jpg Under the proposed changes, the restrictions on political participation would apply to individuals who obtain citizenship through naturalisation. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T07:30:51.208+04:00 Naturalised Kuwaitis barred from voting, seeking parliament seats under amended nationality law Kuwait, kuwait citizenship https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/nigeria-kidnap-victims-escape-hellfire-captivity-with-deep-scars-1.500638849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-23/pujgoteh/preview.jpg People who were kidnapped during a church service in November 2024 leave after a church meeting in Kaduna, northwestern Nigeria, Nov. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) Gulf News en 2026-08-19T07:26:10.611+04:00 Nigeria kidnap victims escape 'hellfire' captivity with deep scars Africa https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-sharjah-traffic-heavy-delays-hit-e11-and-e311-during-morning-rush-1.500645235 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/g1twazyy/Traffic-Dubai-sharjah Gulf News en 2026-08-19T07:23:12.210+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Heavy delays hit E11 and E311 during morning rush UAE https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/dubai-school-registration-deposit-refund-rules-1.500644875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/lye7dhxb/School-fees The KHDA policy sets limits on application fees, registration deposits and re-registration payments, as well as rules on refunds. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T06:30:00.000+04:00 Dubai school fees: KHDA rules on deposits, refunds and charges parents need to know Living-Education, Dubai school fees, KHDA, Dubai private schools https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/watch-sikkim-youngster-leaves-fans-amazed-with-stunning-goal-1.500645092 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/23/Football-stock_18d367aea8a_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T06:19:00.000+04:00 Watch: Sikkim youngster leaves fans amazed with stunning goal Football, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-more-rain-blowing-dust-despite-50c-heat-1.500645172 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/r0edcgw6/Rain-is-expected-for-three-days-in-the-UAE.webp The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecast fair to partly cloudy conditions, with convective clouds developing in the east and south during the afternoon and bringing a chance of rainfall. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T06:17:50.148+04:00 UAE weather forecast: More rain, blowing dust despite 50°C heat Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/american-doctor-shows-brutality-of-conflict-in-gaza-1.500645203 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-27/jnb20une/20250127-gaza A scene in Gaza the war-ravaged Palestinian territory. "American Doctor," is a documentary that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and arrives in select US theaters this Friday. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T06:05:58.486+04:00 'American Doctor' shows brutality of conflict in Gaza Mena, Entertainment, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/new-school-year-new-digital-risks-how-uae-parents-can-spot-scams-deepfakes-and-cyberbullying-1.500644463 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/6a72vdaj/Back-to-school-tec-story Oversharing personal information, exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, online scams, unsafe interactions with strangers, and the growing spread of misinformation through AI-powered and social platforms https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ipgxks6r/Back-to-school-tec-story Parents are not just trying to keep children away from parents online anymore. They also need to teach children what information to provide to an AI chatbot, or whether an whether an answer generated by AI can be trusted and how to tell a convincing fake from something real. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/tkxx5r1v/Back-to-school-tec-story Phishing and social engineering attacks have become highly convincing because scammers use the very information we share online to make their traps look genuine.”story https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/su04ygfw/abukhater.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/i9qnspxk/Rashed-Al-Momani-1-1.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/fj52e1ba/Subhajeet-Singha-Threat-Intelligence-Researcher-Acronis-Threat-Research-Unit-TRU.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/dl9xxuvg/Ankita-Garg.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/3dm5xyr4/Michael-Connor-Head-of-Primary-and-Digital-Lead-Nord-Anglia-International-School-Abu-Dhabi.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-19T06:00:00.000+04:00 New school year, new digital risks: How UAE parents can spot scams, deepfakes and cyberbullying UAE, Lifestyle, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/us-sanctions-icc-chief-tomoko-akane-of-japan-3-1.500645188 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 2026-08-19T05:59:23.873+04:00 US sanctions ICC chief Tomoko Akane of Japan Europe, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/humanoid-maker-unitree-surges-more-than-500-on-shanghai-debut-1.500645204 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/u24dbmz7/newsml_afp_com_20260817T093234Z_doc_c4u74zr.jpeg A child interacts with a remote-controlled robot by Unitree Robotics while visiting the Unitree Robotics Embodied Intelligence Experience Center in the Jing' an district in Shanghai on August 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/ph41w2m3/newsml_afp_com_20260718T093854Z_doc_c2j29zr.jpeg Humanoid robots controlled by a remote control by Unitree Robotics take part in a fight during the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:54:31.662+04:00 Humanoid-maker Unitree surges more than 500% on Shanghai debut Markets https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/a-grenade-blast-near-a-school-complex-in-the-afghan-capital-wounds-at-least-42-children-the-un-says-1.500644541 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/cdila922/newsml_afp_com_20260815T085921Z_doc_c4q8864.jpeg Taliban security personnel ride a car with a dummy yellow canister, intended to contain homemade explosives, as they celebrate the fifth anniversary of their return to power in Kabul on August 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-15/794e2jbh/newsml_afp_com_20260815T152358Z_doc_c4qt2nq.jpeg A military helicopter showers flowers during a parade by Afghan athletes marking the fifth anniversary of the Taliban government's return to power, near the Eidgah Mosque in Kabul on August 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:48:21.047+04:00 A grenade blast near a school complex in the Afghan capital wounds at least 42 children, the UN says afghanistan school grenade attack https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/in-metas-trial-families-of-social-media-victims-see-a-pivotal-moment-for-online-safety-1.500645170 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/g8i7o6gj/newsml_afp_com_20260818T225528Z_doc_c4ye2nu.jpeg California Attorney General Rob Bonta (C) speaks alongside Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser (L) and New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport during a press conference after opening arguments took place in the Meta trial over a lawsuit brought by US states about social media addiction at the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building and United States Courthouse in Oakland, California, on August 18, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-08/3brlr0vt/Meta2.jpg A photo illustration shows an image of Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta. The company, with a market capitalisation of $1.47 trillion as of Aug. 12, 2026, is facing a multi-state case about social media harms. The legal argument against Meta centres on its business practices, similar to when the federal government sued tobacco companies. Jury selection started on Wednesday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/l326bst9/newsml_afp_com_20260818T181952Z_doc_c4xx9bb.jpeg Shannon Heacock (L) is comforted by Lennon Torres while Heacock holds a photograph of her son and a banner with the names of nearly 400 of young people who allegedly died from the impacts of social media, outside the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building & United States Courthouse in Oakland, California, on August 18, 2026, as opening arguments begin in the Meta trial over a lawsuit brought by US states about social media addiction. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:42:25.220+04:00 In Meta's trial, families of social media victims see a pivotal moment for online safety Meta trial survivor parents advocates https://gulfnews.com/uae/onam-2026-in-uae-indian-expats-from-kerala-to-mark-not-10-but-11-day-festival-heres-why-1.500645028 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/ws8wlw5d/Thiruvathira.jpg.jpeg Shoppers join performers of traditional Thiruvathira dance from Kerala at a mall in Dubai during Onam celebrations. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/qvtpkt64/IMG_7556_JPG.jpeg RJ Akshay Uthaman and wife Akza Jose in Onam outfits with designs of Dubai landmarks Burj Khalifa and Museum of Future https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-19/il62u6nw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-18-at-4.24.59-PM.jpeg A chartered flight from Kochi to Abu Dhabi carried about 50 tonnes of produce on Tuesday https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/pyqb98t0/Pookkalam.jpg A pookkalam contest with Dh18,000 worth of prizes and gifts have been announced by a mall in Dubai Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:30:00.000+04:00 Onam 2026 in UAE: Indian expats from Kerala to mark not 10, but 11-day festival — here’s why UAE, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/ap-us-navy-destroyer-1.500645128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/oyu41b7o/preview.jpg FILE - In this photo provided by U.S. Navy, Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) conducts routine underway operations in the Philippines Sea on June 24, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:26:58.365+04:00 US Navy destroyer with 300 sailors aboard broke down for four days in the Pacific: report Navy destroyer breakdown USS Benfold Lincoln https://gulfnews.com/world/before-and-after-nasa-images-show-crater-carved-by-a-spacex-rocket-that-slammed-into-the-moon-1.500645147 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/2uk7304m/preview.jpg This combo made with photos provided by NASA on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, taken by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, shows before, left, and after images of a fresh crater on the moon created by a collision with a SpaceX rocket. (NASA via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:22:48.523+04:00 Before-and-after NASA images show crater carved by a SpaceX rocket that slammed into the moon spacex rocket moon crash crater https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/us-south-korea-drills-to-end-friday-ahead-of-aug-27-schedule-seoul-military-says-1.500645191 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/sk0ngoav/preview.jpg FILE - A vehicle from U.S. Army's the Stryker Combat Team crosses a floating bridge on the Namhan River during the combined river-crossing drill between South Korea and the United States as a part of the Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 in Yeoju, South Korea, Aug. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man, File) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-27/yq5v0wy4/newsml_afp_com_20250827T052239Z_doc_72jr2kf.jpeg A US Stryker infantry carrier vehicle (C) crosses a river over a floating bridge during a South Korea-US joint river-crossing drill as part of the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise in Yeoju on August 27, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:13:50.373+04:00 US-South Korea drills to end Friday, ahead of Aug. 27 schedule, Seoul military says Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/ap-us-amazon-drone-delivery-expansion-1.500645173 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/l5p77n8y/newsml_afp_com_20260604T134342Z_doc_b4z32cb.jpeg A delivery drone used by Amazon's Prime Air delivery service is pictured on the second day of 'Delivering the Future EMEA ‘26', at Amazon’s LCY3 Fulfillment Centre in Dartford, east of London, on June 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:05:17.014+04:00 Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities Amazon drone delivery expansion Walmart https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/help-us-close-our-doors-by-building-a-world-that-needs-less-aid-1.500644499 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/fpkryfkb/OPN-World-Humanitarian-Day-Mariam-Al-Hammadi-Read-Only.jpg Mariam Al Hammadi says the true success of humanitarian work is not measured only by the number of crises to which we respond, but also by the suffering we help prevent and the number of people who no longer need assistance. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:04:00.000+04:00 Help us close our doors by building a world that needs less aid Op-Eds, Future-Now https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-airfares-could-stay-high-through-much-of-2026-as-middle-east-aviation-faces-longer-disruption-1.500644560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jtfjieye/Flight_179f657b264_original_ratio.jpg Dubai International Airport is among the Gulf hubs at the centre of global air travel, with the Middle East crisis continuing to affect airline routes, capacity and fares. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE airfares could stay high through much of 2026 as Middle East aviation faces longer disruption Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/no1-sabalenka-slams-wang-to-power-ahead-in-cincinnati-1.500645140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/05/09/Belarus--Aryna-Sabalenka-poses-with-her-trophy-after-beating-Australia-s-Ashleigh-Barty-during-their-2021-WTA-Tour-Madrid-Open-tennis-tournament-singles-final-match-at-the-Caja-Magica-in-Madrid-on-May-8--2021._179502e4667_large.jpg Aryna Sabalenka. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T04:52:07.095+04:00 No.1 Sabalenka slams Wang to power ahead in Cincinnati Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-carney-talk-as-canada-seeks-to-hold-off-50-us-tariffs-1.500644939 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-24/ul80nbay/newsml_afp_com_20251024T030436Z_doc_79uw2t7.jpeg This combination of pictures shows Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump. Photo created on March 28, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T03:59:05.697+04:00 Trump, Carney talk as Canada seeks to hold off 50% US tariffs Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/alarming-surge-in-temperatures-climate-change-main-driver-of-european-ocean-warming-says-study-1.500645166 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/4eaf4b6v/OPN_210623_EDIT_17a37f5bca2_original_ratio.jpg The UN’s climate science advisers have given a bleak picture for the future of a warming planet: Widespread disease, unliveable heat, species extinction and coastal cities swallowed up by rising oceans. The report says prolonged warming on Earth beyond even the most ambitious target of 1.5 degrees Celsius could lead to “irreversible consequences”. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T03:53:30.015+04:00 'Alarming surge' in temperatures: Climate change main driver of European ocean warming, says study Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/59-magnitude-quake-shakes-chinas-central-qinghai-province-usgs-1.500645165 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/07/Stock-Earthquake_1777b559696_large.jpg A magnitude 5.9 struck in China's central Qinghai province early Wednesday, as per the USGS. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T03:36:35.363+04:00 5.9-magnitude quake shakes China's central Qinghai province: USGS Asia 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, Americas 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 Turkey rejected on Wednesday Israeli allegations that it posed a threat by preparing to send troops to a base in Syria, which was hit in a strike that the United States blamed on Israel. Gulf News en 2026-08-19T02:32:41.626+04:00 Turkey rejects Israeli claims 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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