https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-ceasefire-trump-says-war-in-iran-has-been-terminated-before-60-day-deadline-1.500525377 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/fuciltvr/tehran.jpg Iranian security forces stand guard during a rally to show solidarity and support to the new Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojataba Khamenei in Tehran, on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-29/xokgnesq/preview.jpg The American aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford, on its way into the Oslofjord, at Drobak in Norway, Sept. 12, 2025. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/5ymzt5jb/Iran.jpg Iranians wave Iran’s national flags during a rally to show their solidarity and support to the new Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Mojataba Khamenei in Tehran, on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/g90y4j53/Tehran.jpg Iranian women walk at the Revolution Square in Tehran. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T18:40:50.945+04:00 US-Iran ceasefire: Iran delivered new proposal for US talks via Pakistan Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/why-mexico-city-is-sinking-nearly-10-inches-a-year-according-to-nasa-1.500525996 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/43yw69zy/preview.jpg Ancient lake bed, overpumping and urban growth are driving dramatic subsidence. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T18:36:55.339+04:00 Why Mexico City is sinking nearly 10 inches a year, according to NASA Mexico City sinking NASA satellite imagery https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-is-big-ticket-turning-may-into-a-month-of-million-dirham-dreams-1.500526061 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/nr8gzy7x/Big-Ticket-May-Campaign-Final-Key-Visual.png Big Ticket returns this May with a dynamic line-up of promotions designed to keep the excitement going Gulf News en 2026-05-01T18:36:00.375+04:00 How is Big Ticket turning May into a month of million-dirham dreams UAE, UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/completely-unexpected-dubai-based-stock-controller-wins-dh25000-in-big-ticket-1.500526006 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/x5u39n28/Mohammed-Sameer.jpeg Mohammed Sameer Gulf News en 2026-05-01T17:48:08.676+04:00 ‘Completely unexpected’: Dubai-based stock controller wins Dh25,000 in Big Ticket people, UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/world/strange-and-stunning-offbeat-photos-of-the-week-1.500525975 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-25/ico9bw9a/newsml_afp_com_20260425T111624Z_doc_a8xf6au.jpeg A helmeted participant looks on as others cook lemang, a traditional glutinous rice dish stuffed into bamboo tubes and filled with coconut milk which are then placed over an open fire, during a mass cooking event in Blang Pidie, Indonesia's Aceh province. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-26/9rh99qur/newsml_afp_com_20260426T163007Z_doc_a8zy786.jpeg A participant poses, caked in mud as they compete in the annual Maldon Mud Race in Maldon, east England. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/tfm8fdyg/newsml_afp_com_20260428T102342Z_doc_a97j9wv.jpeg A couple with a dog ride a motorbike at Enqelab Square in Tehran. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/xo2hjkl9/newsml_afp_com_20260424T075603Z_doc_a8ua3kh.jpeg An aerial view shows people visiting a hillside in full bloom with azaleas during the annual Azalea Festival in Gunpo. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/4nsqaf22/newsml_afp_com_20260424T150259Z_doc_a8vn8ke.jpeg A female dolphin, standing 2 meters tall and weighing 200 kg, swims among bathers near the beach in the bay of Saint-Jean de Luz, southwestern France. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/n0lkt6db/newsml_afp_com_20260423T070857Z_doc_a8pl79l.jpeg Kindergarten students react as they are sprayed with water while learning to use hoses with firefighters in Banda Aceh. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/myxoe9vg/newsml_afp_com_20260422T144021Z_doc_a8mq6cq.jpeg A Eurasian coot, also known as the common coot (Fulica atra), feeds its chick as they swim in the lake of the Buttes-Chaumont park in Paris. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/fpsevvg8/newsml_afp_com_20260422T160725Z_doc_a8n38ut.jpeg Dancers perform during an audition for the Radio City Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/ea2ik3lk/newsml_afp_com_20260421T150710Z_doc_a8ja4g3.jpeg An Egyptian goose walks with her goslings along the Main river embankment in front of Frankfurt Cathedral in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, with air temperature reaching 13 degrees Celsius. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-26/r01avnbi/newsml_afp_com_20260426T134601Z_doc_a8zt3u4.jpeg Runners head down The Mall to the final stages of the 2026 London Marathon in central London. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/c8o6m79p/newsml_afp_com_20260423T112713Z_doc_a8qk8nq.jpeg An Airbus 320-214 aircraft of German airline Eurowings flies past the Waxing Gibbous Moon over Frankfurt am Main, western Germany. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T17:30:28.864+04:00 Strange and stunning: Offbeat photos of the week World, news-photos, Offbeat https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/hotpack-hosts-day-out-for-1500-employees-at-dubai-miracle-garden-1.500525964 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/0toq3m4f/Hotpack-workers-on-their-visit-to-Miracle-Garden.jpg Hotpack workers on their visit to Miracle Garden Gulf News en 2026-05-01T17:28:58.187+04:00 Hotpack hosts day out for 1,500 employees at Dubai Miracle Garden GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/war-has-paused-says-trump-what-it-means-for-us-iran-tensions-1.500525988 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/sjr2ioy4/President-Donald-Trump US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-05-01T17:20:45.858+04:00 ‘War has paused,’ says Trump: What it means for US-Iran tensions Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/polish-patient-travels-to-abu-dhabi-for-liver-cancer-surgery-and-recovers-1.500525976 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/yln757m1/88ef239c-d0f2-4f09-9892-33ff42a38543.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T17:14:50.666+04:00 Polish patient travels to Abu Dhabi for liver cancer surgery and recovers Health https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/how-much-control-does-opec-still-have-over-oil-prices-after-uaes-exit-1.500525981 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/m8kpigkx/OPN_EDITS__17fd4bf7156_original_ratio.jpg OPEC does not set oil prices directly but influences them by adjusting supply. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T17:13:51.642+04:00 How much control does OPEC still have over oil prices after UAE’s exit? Energy, Markets, Fuel prices, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-boosts-maternity-benefits-how-families-stand-to-gain-1.500525957 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/07/21/Can-Covid-be-passed-on-during-pregnancy-to-a-baby-in-the-womb-_1736fffbc82_large.jpg From prenatal check-ups to childbirth, services for mothers are now easier to afford Gulf News en 2026-05-01T17:07:53.835+04:00 Philippines boosts maternity benefits: How families stand to gain Philippines, Health, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-airways-expands-network-with-13-new-routes-1.500525944 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/88di293t/Kuwait-Airways The national carrier is fully prepared to manage its operations with flexibility and efficiency under varying condition Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:58:55.105+04:00 Kuwait Airways expands network with 13 new routes Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/dubai-flight-delay-passenger-rights-1.500525940 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/h18jf29n/Stock___Dubai_Airport_17de694af19_original_ratio.jpg Dubai's new Aviation Consumer Welfare Directive sets out the rights and responsibilities of passengers, airlines, and travel agents flying through Dubai. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/koyy0yrq/20220411_dubai_airport_18019b90349_original_ratio.jpg If your flight is disrupted by a force majeure event, airlines aren't liable for compensation but they're still required to provide care and assistance. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:57:09.182+04:00 Dubai airline refund rules: How to get your money back Living-Ask-Us, Aviation, Tourism, FlyDubai, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, Dubai International Airport DXB https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-taxi-company-bolt-launch-bolt-school-ride-service-1.500525953 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/i2z3f5su/DTC-Bolt-School-SD.jpg Available through the Bolt app, the new service allows parents and guardians to schedule school rides in advance. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:51:58.219+04:00 Dubai Taxi Company, Bolt launch ‘Bolt School’ ride service Markets, Dubai taxis https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/after-the-storm-why-one-dubai-adviser-says-the-uae-just-made-its-strongest-case-yet-1.500525955 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/y5iykz4m/GN.JPG Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:51:51.426+04:00 After the storm, why one Dubai adviser says the UAE just made its strongest case yet GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/in-germanys-spreewald-mail-has-been-delivered-by-boat-for-129-years-1.500525934 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/fpj020nk/newsml_afp_com_20260429T114440Z_doc_a9bu9zq.jpeg A woman wearing a traditional Sorb outfit (R) manouvers a so-called "Spreewaldkahn" barge carrying tourists along a canal in the Spreewald region in Luebbenau, eastern Germany, as in background can be seen a boat of the postal service. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/14jbcmro/newsml_afp_com_20260429T114258Z_doc_a9bu8nq.jpeg A woman wearing a traditional Sorb outfit manouvers a so-called "Spreewaldkahn" barge carrying tourists along a canal in the Spreewald region in Luebbenau, eastern Germany, on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/bpdq1c7t/newsml_afp_com_20260429T114655Z_doc_a9bv29f.jpeg Rental kayaks in different colours are seen stored on the bank of a Spreewald canal on April 29, 2026 in the Spreewald region in Luebbenau, eastern Germany, on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/8ju8k9tr/newsml_afp_com_20260429T114502Z_doc_a9bu9t3.jpeg A woman wearing a traditional Sorb outfit (R) manouvers a so-called "Spreewaldkahn" barge carrying tourists along a canal in the Spreewald region in Luebbenau, eastern Germany, on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/dfi035vd/newsml_afp_com_20260429T114332Z_doc_a9bu8wf.jpeg A woman wearing a traditional Sorb outfit manouvers a so-called "Spreewaldkahn" barge carrying tourists along a canal in the Spreewald region in Luebbenau, eastern Germany, on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ty98qnap/newsml_afp_com_20260429T112719Z_doc_a9bt2wf.jpeg Deutsche Post delivery staff member Andrea Bunar manoeuvers her vessel as she makes the season opening delivery tour of the Spreewald barge postal delivery service on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/57lbolkp/newsml_afp_com_20260429T112312Z_doc_a9br3g4.jpeg Deutsche Post delivery staff member Andrea Bunar (R) stands on her barge as she is greeted by a local resident and her dog as she makes the season opening delivery tour of the Spreewald barge postal delivery service on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/g1sgix3z/newsml_afp_com_20260429T112715Z_doc_a9bt6ct.jpeg Deutsche Post delivery staff member Andrea Bunar manoeuvers her vessel as she makes the season opening delivery tour of the Spreewald barge postal delivery service on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ja3mxnpg/newsml_afp_com_20260429T112139Z_doc_a9br69g.jpeg Deutsche Post delivery staff member Andrea Bunar manouvers her vessel past a tourist boat as she makes the season opening delivery tour of the Spreewald barge postal delivery service on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/vmnionkc/newsml_afp_com_20260429T112312Z_doc_a9br39g.jpeg Deutsche Post delivery staff member Andrea Bunar (R) stands on her barge as she is greeted by a local resident and her dog as she makes the season opening delivery tour of the Spreewald barge postal delivery service on April 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:37:56.164+04:00 In Germany’s Spreewald, mail has been delivered by boat for 129 years World, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/gcaa-joins-elite-group-issuing-aircraft-modification-stcs-1.500525914 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/n9t603io/GCAA GCAA becomes one of the extremely few aviation authorities able to issue Supplemental Type Certificates, an advanced airworthiness function that enables certified modifications to aircraft. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:37:13.461+04:00 GCAA joins elite group issuing aircraft modification STCs Aviation https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/six-smart-tech-picks-right-now-1.500525929 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/pg1zjoef/FRI260401PCYango-Yasmina2.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/k5z6oi76/Apple-Watch-Series-11.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/zlzdi0hz/Sony-PlayStation-5-Pro.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/wmps2khj/Amazon-Kindle-Colorsoft.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/c3zme69m/Meta-Quest-3S.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/z9sih0kt/Nothing-Phone-3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:35:35.296+04:00 Six smart tech picks right now Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/superdry-cofounder-james-holder-convicted-of-rape-1.500525924 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/g4kopwqj/Screenshot-2026-01-23-at-2.18.36-PM.png The cofounder of fashion brand Superdry James Holder was found guilty by a jury in Gloucester Crown Court of one count of rape but acquitted of a separate charge of assault. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:30:19.609+04:00 Superdry cofounder James Holder convicted of rape Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/google-gemini-is-rolling-out-to-millions-of-vehicles-1.500525900 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/xbcrtbaa/IO26GeminiAAEblogpost-He.width-1600.format-webp.webp From navigation to messages, Gemini is becoming the new voice behind the wheel. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T16:12:15.635+04:00 Google Gemini is rolling out to millions of vehicles Media https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dfm-profit-rises-43-as-foreign-investors-drive-dh61b-trading-surge-1.500525868 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/spy3n8pt/Traders_at_the_Dubai_Financial_Market__DFM__16bf1042e7d_original_ratio.jpg Traders at the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). Gulf News en 2026-05-01T15:49:25.010+04:00 DFM profit rises 43% as foreign investors drive Dh61b trading surge Markets, Dubai Financial Market (DFM) https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indias-cow-dung-biogas-offers-relief-amid-middle-east-energy-crunch-1.500525848 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/6zmnup2a/259359-01-02-Read-Only.jpg This photograph taken on April 24, 2026 shows a villager carrying cow dung from her cattle stable to a biogas plant at her residence in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/aipv6jqx/259348-01-02-Read-Only.jpg This photograph taken on April 24, 2026 shows residents pouring cow dung into their biogas plant at a village in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/ry2uevtf/259354-01-02-Read-Only.jpg This photograph shows villager Gauri Devi cooking using biogas at her residence in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T15:28:21.213+04:00 India’s cow dung biogas offers relief amid Middle East energy crunch India, india, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/fragile-ceasefire-deepening-stalemate-why-us-iran-tensions-remain-unresolved-1.500525824 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/irjyfq43/ANI_20260501095453.jpg Strait of Hormuz traffic drops over 90%, with fewer than 10 ships passing through it daily, amid West Asia tensions. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T15:09:34.824+04:00 Fragile ceasefire, deepening stalemate: Why US-Iran tensions remain unresolved Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/an-ai-run-cafe-stockholm-is-testing-it-1.500525812 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ku5trapl/newsml_afp_com_20260429T010047Z_doc_a97c4aq.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:58:21.852+04:00 An AI-run cafe? Stockholm is testing it World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/south-african-expat-in-dubai-wins-dh5m-in-historic-uae-lotterys-wednesday-draw-1.500525807 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/zap0g1r3/5-Million-Won.png It only takes one Lucky Day ticket to make a difference Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:57:01.332+04:00 South African expat in Dubai wins Dh5m in historic UAE Lottery’s Wednesday draw UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/patriot-puts-mammootty-and-mohanlal-in-the-same-frame-turns-a-fierce-fan-rivalry-into-a-shared-inside-joke-1.500525805 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/6wgoc4pr/Screenshot_2026_04_28_at_3_50_52_PM.png Mammootty and Mohanlal in Patriot (2026) Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:53:33.395+04:00 Patriot puts Mammootty and Mohanlal in the same frame, turns a fierce fan rivalry into a shared inside joke Entertainment, South-Indian, india https://gulfnews.com/technology/netflix-just-launched-a-tiktok-style-feed-called-clips-and-it-might-change-how-you-find-your-next-watch-1.500525791 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/2qfeygda/en-US-VVF-UI-Still.jpg Netflix has rolled out a major update to its mobile app, is a vertical video feed called Clips that works a lot like scrolling through short-form content on your phone. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/3utp4yam/en-US-Home-UI-Still.jpg Netflix says it plans to expand Clips in the future to include podcasts, live programming and genre-based collections. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:43:19.180+04:00 Netflix just launched a TikTok-style feed called 'Clips' and it might change how you find your next watch Technology, TV, netflix https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/star-wars-watchlist-best-films-and-series-on-disney-from-the-skywalker-saga-to-the-mandalorian-1.500525758 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/todkppec/babyyoda.jpg A still from the Mandalorian: Grogu, or Baby Yoda as he is known in the fandom. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/hwucnmf2/newhope.webp Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford in the original films. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:37:26.744+04:00 Star Wars watchlist: Best films and series on Disney+ from the Skywalker saga to The Mandalorian Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/gaza-aid-flotilla-activists-disembark-in-crete-after-israeli-detainment-1.500525796 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/7sewsxbq/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:32:05.551+04:00 Gaza aid flotilla activists disembark in Crete after Israeli detainment Mena, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-calls-for-immediate-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz-at-un-security-council-1.500525792 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/c1j99ouk/UAE-in-UN Speaking at a high-level open debate of the United Nations Security Council on maritime security,UAE Minister said recent developments posed a serious threat to the safety of international shipping lanes and global trade. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:29:43.165+04:00 UAE calls for immediate reopening of Strait of Hormuz at UN Security Council Government, Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sheikh-mohammed-meets-first-cohort-of-specialist-scholarship-programme-1.500525774 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/tg390glf/HHOD8uXbMAA7fy.jpg The scholarships are designed for Emirati government professionals and support study at leading global institutions, including New York University, Georgetown University. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:24:40.068+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed meets first cohort of specialist scholarship programme Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-warns-of-distracted-driving-dh400dh800-fines-1.500525766 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/ivrn8v7k/Accident The footage shows how brief lapses in attention or failure to check oncoming traffic can quickly escalate into serious collisions. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:23:51.927+04:00 Abu Dhabi warns of distracted driving, Dh400–Dh800 fines Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-calls-for-stronger-gulf-economic-cooperation-at-gcc-talks-1.500525751 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/wx3j0sgx/Minister-of-Economy The meeting focused on expanding trade and investment integration among GCC member states, with discussions centred on enhancing the resilience of the regional business environment. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:21:15.633+04:00 UAE calls for stronger Gulf economic cooperation at GCC talks economy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/friends-cast-still-cashing-20m-checks-as-kudrow-revisits-set-experience-1.500525747 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/bpyy16ij/Friends_25__21__1617429732462_17896531c72_original_ratio.jpg Cast of FRIENDS Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:19:43.701+04:00 Friends cast still cashing $20M checks as Kudrow revisits set experience Entertainment, HollyWood, hollywood, TV series https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/us-embassy-issues-alert-2-citizens-killed-during-philippine-anti-insurgency-operations-1.500525631 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/ukkrnl3j/Lyle-Prijoles-Kai-Soren.jpg Lyle Prijoles (left) and Kai Soren. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:16:46.476+04:00 US embassy issues alert: 2 citizens killed during Philippine anti-insurgency operations Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/corporate-3-1.500525765 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/zvrqozq9/Kings-College-Hospital-London.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:10:01.035+04:00 How parkinson’s patient achieves remarkable recovery in King’s College Hospital Dubai Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-police-to-host-proud-of-uae-cycling-race-this-sunday-1.500525764 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/yg17l271/race.jpg Community event brings together cyclists and families with Dh264,000 in prizes. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:03:37.642+04:00 Dubai Police to host ‘Proud of UAE’ cycling race this Sunday people, United in Strength, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/flying-home-for-eid-al-adha-8-gifts-that-fit-easily-in-your-luggage-from-the-uae-2026-1.500523199 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/31/eid-gift_18fcfb9e44b_large.jpg This Eid, give your loved one a luxurious gift. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:00:59.197+04:00 Flying home for Eid Al Adha? 8 gifts that fit easily in your luggage from the UAE (2026) Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dubai-restaurant-week-chef-kelvin-cheung-of-juns-talks-food-and-roots-1.500525692 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/0ha0uiii/be2fc407-6efe-4a78-8dfe-c6afacde49a4.jpeg Chef Kelvin Cheung on broth, potstickers, and Dubai’s changing dining scene https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/3ak4qzpf/bf1e424a-6892-4789-86fe-1def9cb125c1.jpeg 852 Bakery inside Jun's https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/ecs8qcoa/5d5ee347-6073-4ec5-bc06-62f26bbd2309.jpeg The dining inside Jun's Gulf News en 2026-05-01T14:00:36.641+04:00 Dubai Restaurant Week: Chef Kelvin Cheung of Jun’s talks food and roots Lifestyle, Food, Restaurants, UAE, Restaurants in Dubai, Dubai, lifestyle, Food https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-bin-mohammed-shares-tribute-to-family-legacy-1.500525735 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/6v5awjog/Sheikh-Hamdan Sheikh Hamdan speaks of seeing his grandmother “in the eyes of my father”, and of values passed down from one generation to the next Gulf News en 2026-05-01T13:52:31.439+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed shares tribute to family legacy UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/two-sri-lankan-u19-cricketers-arrested-over-alleged-bathroom-filming-of-women-1.500525734 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/2049l1wc/Srilankan-flag Two SL U19 players detained after shocking hotel incident https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/4xh6wrx2/Srilankan-flag Two SL U19 players detained after shocking hotel incident Gulf News en 2026-05-01T13:51:33.272+04:00 Two Sri Lankan U19 cricketers arrested over alleged bathroom filming of women Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstans-green-vanguard-caiers-push-to-transform-central-asias-esg-landscape-1.500525728 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/80wqt5cy/CAIER1.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/uh12orbc/CAIER2.jpg Aselle Tasmagambetova, Founder of CAIER https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/icpifccq/CAIER3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T13:35:06.817+04:00 Kazakhstan’s Green Vanguard: CAIER’s push to transform Central Asia’s ESG landscape GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/trust-gulf-news-best-buys-codes-for-exclusive-deals-in-the-uae-1.500517984 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/8ud2r9g0/Discounts-hero-image-2X.png Gulf News en 2026-05-01T13:32:20.452+04:00 Trust Gulf News’ Best Buys codes for exclusive deals in the UAE Best-Buys, UAE https://gulfnews.com/opinion/no-halt-no-hesitation-uae-moves-fast-even-in-uncertainty-1.500525706 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/obauixlp/STOCK-UAE-FLAG Gulf News en 2026-05-01T13:24:37.774+04:00 No halt, no hesitation: UAE moves fast, even in uncertainty Opinion https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mcu-star-evangeline-lilly-hits-out-at-disney-after-marvel-layoffs-and-ai-replacement-push-shame-on-you-1.500525711 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/tu04cq8b/newsml_afp_com_20180625T000000Z_PH_GTY_983914512.jpeg Evangeline Lilly has played the role of the 'Wasp' in the Marvel films. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T13:06:35.700+04:00 MCU star Evangeline Lilly hits out at Disney after Marvel layoffs and AI replacement push: 'Shame on you' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/why-unity-in-prayer-matters-inside-dubais-church-gathering-for-peace-1.500525693 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/zr1f154e/Apostolic-Vicariate-of-Southern-Arabia.jpg Leaders from six different Christian denominations came together “as one body in Christ” to pray for peace in the region https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/j1spf7sd/Bishop-Paolo-Martinelli.jpg Bishop Paolo Martinelli, apostolic vicar of Southern Arabia https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/gysd7gmm/St.-Mary’s-Catholic-Church.jpg Christian leaders and faithful across the UAE gathered at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Dubai for the National Ecumenical Prayer for Peace Gulf News en 2026-05-01T13:05:02.645+04:00 Why unity in prayer matters: Inside Dubai’s church gathering for peace UAE, UAE, Dubai, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/beyond-the-grade-why-uae-scholarships-must-innovate-for-the-2031-vision-1.500525700 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ombho49x/191107_scholarship_grants_16e44ca21f9_original_ratio.jpg Over the past decade, the UAE’s scholarship landscape has expanded dramatically, with government, private, and institutional programmes offering more than 10,000 scholarships annually to Emirati and expatriate students alike. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/0bt3s5dc/Graham_Beale.jpg Graham Beale Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:57:14.070+04:00 Beyond the grade: Why UAE scholarships must innovate for the 2031 Vision Op-Eds, Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-dubai-police-catch-driver-running-red-light-at-speed-without-front-plate-number-1.500525697 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/h3ujiru7/Dubai-Police Police shared a video of the incident, with the car moving at speed before crossing the junction against the signal without plate number, endangering other road users. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:54:22.074+04:00 In video: Dubai Police catch driver running red light at speed without front plate number UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-eastcomtrans-powers-kazakhstans-rise-as-a-regional-logistics-hub-1.500525694 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/8h074vuw/Eastcomtrans.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/g6xsmbae/Almas-Abaideldinov.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:52:20.217+04:00 How Eastcomtrans powers Kazakhstan’s rise as a regional logistics hub GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-launches-ai-powered-autonomous-patrol-boat-trials-to-strengthen-maritime-security-1.500525649 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/cxcfc12j/IMG4962.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:50:12.113+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches AI-powered autonomous patrol boat trials to strengthen maritime security UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/uae-hotels-will-hire-again-but-with-leaner-tech-driven-teams-after-renovations-1.500525691 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-09/akk34191/Tourists-at-Crown-Plaza-hotel-Dubai-Marina. Tourists checking in at the Crown Plaza hotel in Dubai Marina. The picture is used for illustrative purposes only. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-05/1he02l38/Ciel-Dubai-Marina-the-worlds-tallest-hotel Ciel Dubai Marina, the world's tallest hotel, recently opened in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:49:47.064+04:00 UAE hotels will hire again — but with leaner, tech-driven teams after renovations Tourism, UAE hotels https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/8-best-office-friendly-perfumes-for-both-men-and-women-uae-2026-1.500525648 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-15/nufjholt/shutterstock2105546834.jpg From elegant musks to crisp citruses and soft florals, our curated list brings 7 best perfumes to wear to the office in the UAE for 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:43:56.457+04:00 8 best office-friendly perfumes for both men and women, UAE 2026 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstan-emerges-as-a-strategic-middle-corridor-linking-asia-europe-the-gulf-1.500525679 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/lmeki3k9/Transport-and-Logistics.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:37:56.697+04:00 Kazakhstan emerges as a strategic middle corridor linking Asia, Europe, the Gulf GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-rejects-irans-leadership-role-at-nuclear-treaty-conference-1.500525669 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/x5rszdmu/gulfnews2026-03-23csly164lUAEflag.avif UAE warns that elevating Tehran to a leadership position would undermine the credibility of the global non-proliferation regime. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:32:49.683+04:00 UAE rejects Iran’s leadership role at nuclear treaty conference Government https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstans-new-champions-ceos-driving-global-standard-real-estate-industry-education-1.500525634 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/9iam77et/Tech-Leaders.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/92qtui5y/Lukasz-Skowronski.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/641iyyri/Yerkin-Tatishev.jpg Yerkin Tatishev https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/coze4fm7/Amangeldy-Omarov.jpg Amangeldy Omarov https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/p2dw1lq6/Farrukh-Makhmudov.jpg Farrukh Makhmudov https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/jqp8icfy/Dinmukhamet-Idrissov.jpg Dinmukhamet Idrissov https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/cweinfwg/Kanat-Kozhakhmet.jpg Kanat Kozhakhmet Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:27:34.214+04:00 Kazakhstan’s New Champions: CEOs driving global-standard real estate, industry, education GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubais-global-village-offers-unlimited-rides-for-dh99-1.500525659 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/o338dk6n/Global-Village-Carnaval-1.jpg A general view of Global Village Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:19:21.909+04:00 Dubai’s Global Village offers unlimited rides for Dh99 UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-rejects-unilateral-approach-to-strait-of-hormuz-security-1.500525653 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/vafe6rue/Anwar-Gargash3.jpg Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:13:57.721+04:00 UAE rejects unilateral approach to Strait of Hormuz security Government, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/opinion/chinese-evs-are-forcing-the-worlds-car-giants-to-rethink-the-race-1.500525637 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-25/7hi3kzzk/newsml_afp_com_20260425T150955Z_doc_a8xx24y.jpeg People visit the booth of Chinese automaker Arcfox at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 25, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/tsx1sdqn/newsml_afp_com_20260430T150206Z_doc_a9gq29e.jpeg People visit the BYD booth at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 30, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-25/ev6hea7e/newsml_afp_com_20260425T100011Z_doc_a8xg94v.jpeg A man looks at a Yangwang U7 at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 25, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/e1b3jaqg/newsml_afp_com_20260430T150205Z_doc_a9gq6zq.jpeg People queue for souvenirs as they visit the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:04:55.402+04:00 Chinese EVs are forcing the world’s car giants to rethink the race Opinion, Auto, China https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/former-leader-aung-san-suu-kyi-moved-from-prison-to-house-arrest-in-myanmar-1.500525639 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/hr9casox/202605013771506.jpg Suu Kyi was originally sentenced to 33 years in prison in late 2022. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T12:00:30.995+04:00 Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar Asia https://gulfnews.com/auto/lynk-co-debuts-time-to-shine-gt-concept-at-auto-china-2026-1.500525630 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/elnoz0mb/5.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/rwzu873f/9.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/v2e9ypzt/7.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T11:58:54.212+04:00 Lynk & Co debuts Time to Shine GT concept at Auto China 2026 Auto, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-holds-near-111-as-hormuz-closure-keeps-fuel-cost-risks-high-1.500525618 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-28/k6trzu7t/newsml_afp_com_20260328T120030Z_doc_a6293gy.jpeg Motorcyclists queue to refuel at a gas station operated by Pertamina, Indonesia’s state-owned oil and gas company, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran disrupts energy flows and global oil prices rise, prompting Indonesia to consider a weekly work-from-home policy to cut fuel use. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T11:45:46.090+04:00 Oil holds near $111 as Hormuz closure keeps fuel cost risks high Energy, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/fifa-president-infantino-ends-uncertainty-over-irans-world-cup-participation-1.500525615 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/shspqfpe/preview.jpg FIFA President Gianni Infantino reaffirmed that Iran will take part in its World Cup fixtures held in the United States https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/d109xdc4/newsml_afp_com_20260430T214509Z_doc_a9j679j.jpeg Infantino speaks during the 76th FIFA Congress at the Vancouver Convention Centre on April 30, 2026 in Vancouver, Canada https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/zkfwrgl3/Iran_Women_watching_football_16dbb719582_original_ratio.jpg Iran are expected to play at this summer's tournament as normal Gulf News en 2026-05-01T11:33:42.253+04:00 FIFA President Infantino ends uncertainty over Iran’s World Cup participation Sport, Football, FIFA World Cup, Iran https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-issues-warning-as-iran-deploys-ai-for-cyber-attacks-1.500525604 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/dkhvaxhz/gulfnews2026-01-300uavjbqngulfnews2026-01-12e0pbna0bAI.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-01T11:31:44.450+04:00 UAE issues warning as Iran deploys AI for cyber attacks Government https://gulfnews.com/technology/apples-foldable-iphone-oled-macbook-and-ultra-push-explained-what-it-means-for-the-future-of-premium-tech-1.500525571 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-10/0j9qci3j/Screen-Shot-2025-07-10-at-4.47.35-PM.png With production kicking off potentially in late 2025, tech industry leaders have speculated that the foldable iPhone could happen in 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T11:21:28.776+04:00 Apple’s Foldable iPhone, OLED MacBook and ‘Ultra’ push explained: What it means for the future of premium tech Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/auto/omoda-jaecoo-showcases-smart-valet-parking-tech-in-beijing-uae-roll-out-soon-1.500525584 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/3wzqdfix/Grand-Launch-of-the-VPD-Intelligent-Parking-Co-creation-Camp-NEW.JPG Gulf News en 2026-05-01T11:04:50.791+04:00 OMODA & JAECOO showcases smart valet parking tech in Beijing, UAE roll-out soon Auto, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-establishes-ai-special-zone-in-muscat-1.500525462 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/0u1fpqor/Muscat_city_resources1_16a310788ba_original_ratio.jpg A view of the Muscat city. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T11:01:23.572+04:00 Oman establishes AI Special Zone in Muscat Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/florida-man-executed-for-the-killing-of-his-brothers-teenage-stepdaughter-nearly-50-years-ago-1.500524059 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/des3szj1/preview.jpg Lynn Cobb, center, speaks about her younger sister Cynthia Driggers while Driggers' niece Tanya Clement holds up photos of Cynthia Driggers after her killer, James Ernest Hitchcock, was executed on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Starke, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Collins) Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:52:03.400+04:00 Florida man executed for the killing of his brother's teenage stepdaughter nearly 50 years ago florida execution James Ernest Hitchcock https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-gratuity-salary-guide-1.500263867 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/6ztmnog8/Stock_Gratuity_186df1c654e_original_ratio.jpg Many workers are unsure whether their end of service benefits include just their basic salary or the full gross wage with allowances. A UAE-based lawyer explains how the law defines gratuity and what the two-year wage cap means for your payout. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/l7e36w4m/Rajiv_Suri__senior_associate_at_Alsuwaidi_and_company_advocates_and_legal_consultants_188bfa724f0_au.jpg Rajiv Suri, senior associate at Alsuwaidi and company advocates and legal consultants Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:50:23.910+04:00 Is UAE gratuity calculated on basic salary or gross salary? Living-Ask-Us, UAE Labour Law, UAE gratuity https://gulfnews.com/sport/biggest-sporting-events-happening-in-may-1.500525532 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-28/s50jm27y/newsml_afp_com_20250828T160543Z_doc_72qd4vv.jpeg May brings some of the world’s most exciting international sporting events https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/n1mveit8/newsml_afp_com_20260428T201054Z_doc_a9a47tf.jpeg The Champions League final will be held in Hungary this month https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/06/12/French-open-djokovic-nadal_179fe5898cc_large.jpg The start of the tennis season begins in Paris https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/iikw9uic/preview.jpg Who will we see win the Canadian GP this year? https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-05/1mboob2t/newsml_afp_com_20110630T000000Z_PH_GTY_117729236.jpeg David Hearn of Canada hits his tee shot on the 12th hole during the first round of the AT&T National at Aronimink Golf Club https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/4hhclf5c/PFL_MENA___Pride_of_Arabia_KV.jpg Two UAE based fighters will compete on this card Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:37:52.640+04:00 Biggest Sporting Events Happening in May Sport, Formula1, football, Dubai, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-2026-is-el-nino-about-to-make-this-the-hottest-summer-on-record-1.500525275 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/fyew8lba/gulfnewsimport20200126Reader-picture16fe208047alarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:33:56.344+04:00 UAE weather forecast 2026: Is El Niño about to make this the hottest summer on record? Weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/our-homes-are-alive-theme-focuses-on-family-values-in-friday-sermon-1.500525552 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/w1gcqgpq/WEB_201204_FRIDAY_PRAYER_SHARJAH_1_1607075141767_1762d249889_original_ratio.jpg Khutbah says faith, unity and remembrance of Allah bring life to households. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:30:11.720+04:00 ‘Our homes are alive’ theme focuses on family values in Friday sermon people https://gulfnews.com/uae/adjd-strengthens-business-competitiveness-with-dh309-million-labour-settlements-in-2025-1.500525542 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/1g7e79gb/Abu-Dhabi-Labour-Court.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:19:51.935+04:00 ADJD strengthens business competitiveness with Dh309 million labour settlements in 2025 UAE, Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-uae-families-adapt-to-new-lifestyle-adjust-spending-habits-1.500525502 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/uo15jryw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-30-at-16.23.39.jpeg "Despite the challenges happening around the region, we still feel secure here," said Carren Valdez. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/ff00dtp6/Fahad-Keviden.jpeg Indian family: Fahad Keviden together with his wife Fasna, daughter Emine, and son Emir https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/oye8tl21/Carren-Valdez.jpeg Filipino family: Carren Valdez together with her husband Jomar and sons Israel and Zion https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/i79g4ubb/Kamal-Jung-karki.jpeg Nepali family: Kamal Karki together with his wife Bipana and daughter Samrriddhi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/u6fu5ta7/Asim-Muhammad-Sharif.jpeg Pakistani family: Asim Sharif together with his son Rayyan and daughters Ishaal and Marwa Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:11:49.285+04:00 How UAE families adapt to new lifestyle, adjust spending habits people, United in Strength, Community, UAE, lifestyle, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/habitat-for-humanity-is-developing-a-new-atlanta-community-with-help-from-the-carters-initiative-1.500525434 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/cyk1zwjk/preview.jpg Home owners Phileena Daniel and Oswaldo Herrera pose for a photo in Langston Park, April 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:11:29.304+04:00 Habitat for Humanity is developing a new Atlanta community with help from the Carters' initiative Carter Habitat housing affordable Atlanta community https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/dana-gas-clears-egypt-dues-after-20-million-payment-production-returns-to-growth-1.500525528 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/10/15/Stock-Dana-gas-in-Egypt_1752c47dc42_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T10:09:41.934+04:00 Dana Gas clears Egypt dues after $20 million payment, production returns to growth Energy, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/i-miss-him-a-lot-emotional-hema-malini-pays-tribute-to-dharmendra-says-shes-struggling-to-cope-with-his-loss-1.500525497 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-11/u60z37lt/202512113604671.jpeg Hema Malini honours late Dharmendra’s memory. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T09:46:38.650+04:00 'I miss him a lot': Emotional Hema Malini pays tribute to Dharmendra, says she’s struggling to cope with his loss Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irans-mojtaba-khamenei-unveils-new-legal-frameworks-for-hormuz-makes-shock-appeal-to-gulf-states-in-daring-defiance-of-us-1.500525471 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/fh2zhd3c/Mojtaba-placard.jpg A woman holds a poster of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojataba Khamenei during a rally in Tehran on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/prqzo6jr/Hormuz.jpg US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine speaks as a map of the Strait of Hormuz is displayed during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T09:41:42.515+04:00 Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei unveils 'new legal frameworks' for Hormuz — makes shock appeal to Gulf states in daring defiance of US Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/zayn-maliks-family-breaks-silence-on-his-hospitalisation-and-makes-a-request-of-fans-1.500525488 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/2xdyajrd/Screenshot-2026-05-01-at-9.20.21-AM.png Zayn Malik was hospitalised in April Gulf News en 2026-05-01T09:39:32.492+04:00 Zayn Malik's family breaks silence on his hospitalisation and makes a request of fans Entertainment, Music, Music https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/how-much-water-do-you-need-to-drink-in-uae-summers-hydration-hacks-explained-1.500525469 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/bm48ioy1/drinking_water_16a88492731_original_ratio.jpg Drinking small amounts regularly helps maintain steady hydration and supports your kidneys, which can't handle large volumes of fluid all at once Gulf News en 2026-05-01T09:12:29.796+04:00 How much water do you need to drink in UAE summers? Hydration hacks explained Lifestyle, Summer vibes https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-devil-wears-prada-2-review-timely-take-on-fading-newsroom-power-that-cant-outshine-the-original-1.500525452 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/qjdj1qd7/preview.jpg Meryl Streep, left, and Anne Hathaway in a scene from "The Devil Wears Prada 2 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/zkclayo6/newsml_afp_com_20260420T000000Z_PH_GTY_2272308003.jpeg Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, and Anne Hathaway attend "The Devil Wears Prada 2" New York premiere on April 20, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/kq3h4dp6/newsml_afp_com_20260420T232405Z_doc_a8fy7ef.jpeg US actress Meryl Streep attends the world premiere of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" at Lincoln Center in New York City, on April 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T08:52:49.716+04:00 The Devil Wears Prada 2 review: Timely take on fading newsroom power that can’t outshine the original Entertainment, HollyWood, Americas, UAE, hollywood, oscarwinners, Movie review https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anti-bezos-campaign-urges-met-gala-boycott-in-new-york-1.500523858 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/03/Amazon-founder-Jeff-Bezos-_18d70126113_large.jpg Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos Gulf News en 2026-05-01T08:13:43.849+04:00 Anti-Bezos campaign urges Met Gala boycott in New York Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/preity-zinta-lifts-spirits-after-punjab-kings-first-ipl-2026-loss-to-rajasthan-royals-more-games-ahead-of-us-1.500525416 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/42fl6ua7/newsml_afp_com_20260428T133716Z_doc_a98h342.jpeg Bollywood actress and Punjab Kings' co-owner Preity Zinta (2R) gestures alongside actor Kunal Khemu (2L) before the start of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 match between Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on the outskirts of Chandigarh on April 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T07:57:06.323+04:00 Preity Zinta rallies Punjab Kings after first IPL 2026 loss to Rajasthan Royals: ‘More games ahead of us' Entertainment, Sport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/vampire-diaries-star-ian-somerhalder-says-fraud-left-him-in-eight-figure-debt-had-to-sell-everything-1.500525380 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/fgxzvxzl/newsml_afp_com_20241026T000000Z_PH_GTY_2181282549.jpeg Ian Somerhalder rose to fame due to the popularity of The Vampire Diaries Gulf News en 2026-05-01T07:17:45.788+04:00 Vampire Diaries star Ian Somerhalder says ‘fraud’ left him in eight-figure debt: 'Had to sell everything' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/irans-ghalibaf-schools-hegseth-with-brutal-geography-lesson-good-luck-blockading-us-1.500525373 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/ag44vzcx/Ghalibaf-Hegseth.jpg A combination photo showing Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf (left) and US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T07:01:58.324+04:00 Iran’s Ghalibaf schools Hegseth with brutal geography lesson: ‘Good luck blockading us’ Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uab-well-positioned-as-uae-banking-sector-shows-resilience-says-chairman-1.500524713 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/z4i7dv2e/Sheikh-Mohammed-Bin-Faisal-Al-QassimiUAB-Chairman.png Sheikh Mohammed Bin Faisal Al Qassimi, Chairman of United Arab Bank (UAB) Gulf News en 2026-05-01T07:00:00.000+04:00 UAB well-positioned as UAE banking sector shows resilience, says Chairman Banking, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/no-workforce-reduction-at-dubai-taxi-says-ceo-1.500524850 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/t6a3wh28/dubai_taxis_report_27__growth_1664783635092_1839cd652af_original_ratio.jpg Recently, Dubai Taxi announced that it has acquired 600 new taxi licence plates through the latest auction conducted by the Dubai RTA. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/nm5r44je/Mansoor-Alfalasi-CEO-03.jpg With a fleet exceeding 11,000 vehicles and a strong presence across the emirate, Dubai Taxi Company delivers reliable, accessible, and citywide transportation solutions across various vertical, says Mansoor Rahma Alfalasi. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-19/rply5vvb/taxi.jpg RTA reveals that mor than 104,000 items were left behind by passengers in Dubai taxis in 2025. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/11/13/Stock_Dubai-Taxi_18bc7b21d07_large.jpg DTC also plans on accelerating its transition to electric vehicles (EVs) as part of a long-term sustainability strategy. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/7gndp6eg/newsml_afp_com_20260225T112630Z_doc_98vu7ma.jpeg A Joby Aviation's all-electric air taxi performs a flight demonstration during a media presentation in Dubai on February 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T07:00:00.000+04:00 No workforce reduction at Dubai Taxi, says Group CEO Markets, Dubai taxis https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-iran-ceasefire-irans-supreme-leader-says-us-suffered-disgraceful-defeat-1.500523989 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/0o510y4v/newsml_afp_com_20260424T095814Z_doc_a8ul99q.jpeg Iranians stand on a pavement along a street next to a billboard depicting Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, in Tehran on April 24, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/p7hglj39/newsml_afp_com_20260417T152531Z_doc_a87m988.jpeg An Iranian woman holds up an image of Iran’s new supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as she takes part in a rally dubbed “Sacrificed Girls” to pay tribute to women killed during the Middle East war, in Tehran on April 17, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/05/FIFA-President-Gianni-Infantino_18aff0a74be_large.jpg Fifa President Gianni Infantino Gulf News en 2026-05-01T06:58:53.659+04:00 US-Iran ceasefire: Iran's supreme leader says, 'US suffered disgraceful defeat' Americas, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/britney-spears-formally-charged-with-dui-in-california-1.500525271 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/cevbto9l/newsml_afp_com_20260501T015739Z_doc_a9jf89h.jpeg US singer Britney Spears arrives for the premiere of Sony Pictures' "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood" at the TCL Chinese Theatre. File photo taken in Hollywood, California on July 22, 2019. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T06:52:35.531+04:00 Britney Spears formally charged with DUI in California Entertainment, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/temperatures-top-40c-inland-stable-weather-continues-across-uae-1.500525356 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-25/szehgfxl/UAE-Weather Into early next week, humidity is forecast to build during the night and early morning hours, especially along coastal stretches, creating a slightly more uncomfortable start to the day. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T06:36:17.790+04:00 UAE weather: Humidity, mist to set in starting next week Weather https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-mulls-us-troop-cuts-in-italy-spain-over-iran-row-1.500525205 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/btplr2g3/OPN_210308_micro_17810efb970_original_ratio.jpg President Donald Trump said US strikes were the "last, best chance" to stop Iran building a nuclear bomb, as the war raged through a third day and Israel traded fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T06:31:52.489+04:00 Trump mulls US troop cuts in Italy, Spain over Iran row Americas, Europe, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/what-is-dark-eagle-us-plans-hypersonic-missile-move-in-iran-war-1.500524892 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/vbnvvjis/Long-Range-Hypersonic-Weapon-Dark-Eagle.jpg Dark Eagle is a ground-launched hypersonic missile designed for long-range precision strikes against heavily defended, time-sensitive targets. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T06:01:00.000+04:00 What is Dark Eagle? US plans hypersonic missile move in Iran war Americas, Mena, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/was-jason-holders-catch-legal-heres-what-the-rules-say-as-ashwin-calls-it-out-1.500525298 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/w2pm48qz/Holders-catch Jason Holder's catch is the talk of the town https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/w2pm48qz/Holders-catch Jason Holder's catch is the talk of the town Gulf News en 2026-05-01T06:00:00.000+04:00 Was Jason Holder’s catch legal? Here’s what the rules say as Ashwin calls it out IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/ronaldo-tells-players-they-came-to-saudi-because-of-him-urges-respect-for-referees-1.500525291 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/isrzugf3/newsml_afp_com_20260430T072322Z_doc_a9ey4ke.jpeg Nassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Ahli at the Al-Awwal Park Stadium in Riyadh on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/isrzugf3/newsml_afp_com_20260430T072322Z_doc_a9ey4ke.jpeg Nassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Ahli at the Al-Awwal Park Stadium in Riyadh on April 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T05:30:00.000+04:00 Ronaldo tells players they came to Saudi because of him, urges respect for referees Football https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/south-asia-expected-to-receive-below-average-monsoon-rainfall-1.500525301 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-31/nwczlntm/202512313623971.jpg Below-normal rainfall is expected during the June–September 2026 southwest monsoon season across much of South Asia, say forecasters. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T05:04:18.317+04:00 South Asia expected to receive below-average monsoon rainfall Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/how-long-can-the-us-blockade-of-iran-ports-and-the-strait-of-hormuz-last-1.500524491 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/qeohkbm1/newsml_afp_com_20260422T125629Z_doc_a8m96we.jpeg This US Navy handout photograph released on April 21, 2026, by US Central Command Public Affairs shows Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy patrolling the Arabian Sea during a maritime blockade on April 15, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-19/smcwhhwr/hormuz111_1776587998168.jpg AH-64 Apaches flying above the Strait of Hormuz during a patrol on April 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T05:00:00.000+04:00 How long can the US blockade of Iran ports — and the Strait of Hormuz — last? Mena, Americas, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/russia-says-ukrainian-drone-attack-kills-2-teenagers-1.500525295 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-15/bv1l1dy8/202508153481496.jpg A Ukrainian drone attack on Russia. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T04:40:54.073+04:00 Russia says Ukrainian drone attack kills 2 teenagers Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/trump-gives-go-ahead-to-major-new-canada-us-oil-pipeline-1.500525244 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/6zp1rv8y/preview.jpg President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) Gulf News en 2026-05-01T04:36:11.456+04:00 Trump gives go-ahead to major new Canada-US oil pipeline Canada US pipeline Trump oil https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-is-dying-to-make-a-deal-i-dont-call-it-a-war-trump-1.500525286 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/gsdcks0e/ANI_20260430225010.jpg US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T04:32:11.769+04:00 'Iran is dying to make a deal, I don't call it a war': Trump Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/technology/europes-powerful-ariane-6-rocket-launches-32-amazon-internet-satellites-to-orbit-1.500525299 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/693zlhwd/newsml_afp_com_20260430T092424Z_doc_a9fd7d3.jpeg Arianespace's Ariane 6 rocket carrying the Amazon Leo LE-02 payload launches as part of Flight VA268, at the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, on the French overseas department of Guiana on April 30, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-12/ffqt25kg/newsml_afp_com_20260212T185331Z_doc_97av7nq.jpeg An Ariane 6 rocket carrying 32 satellites for the Amazon Leo constellation launches at the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, on the French overseas department of Guiana. File photo taken on February 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T04:18:53.630+04:00 Europe's powerful Ariane 6 rocket launches 32 Amazon internet satellites to orbit Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/mali-militants-call-for-united-front-to-bring-down-ruling-junta-1.500525226 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-14/vilg0b5d/newsml_afp_com_20251104T010008Z_doc_82tt79e.jpeg Pedestrians cross a street in Boundiali, northern Ivory Coast, on November 1, 2025 where Ivorians truck drivers refuse to go to Mali due to militant attacks. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T04:06:59.149+04:00 Mali militants call for united front to bring down ruling junta Africa https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/your-visa-card-payments-in-the-uae-are-about-to-get-a-lot-faster-and-smoother-1.500525161 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-30/e8e3qvwj/_1x_1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T04:04:00.000+04:00 Your Visa card payments in the UAE are about to get a lot faster and smoother Banking, Living-Banking, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Emirates NBD, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubais-creative-sector-resilience-portfolio-gives-creatives-space-grants-and-visibility-1.500524555 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/07/Stock---Dubai-Culture_17bc0c9d91c_large.jpg A cultural performance in progress, organised by Dubai Culture. The 12th edition of Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre will be held from November 19-25 at ‘The Theatre’ in Mall of the Emirates. Picture for illustrative purposes only. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/4yw0los2/Dubai_Culture_opens_the_door53_1630237078446_17b91b3b3c7_original_ratio.jpg This new plan to offer long-term cultural visas is one of the initiatives of the Al Quoz Creative Zone committee’s development project. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/bdc47xi5/Dubai_Culture_opens_the_door4_1630237076654_17b91b3acbe_original_ratio.jpg Dubai Culture has invited all target groups in Al Quoz Creative Zone to submit their applications to obtain the cultural visa. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T04:01:00.000+04:00 Dubai’s Creative Sector Resilience Portfolio gives creatives space, grants and visibility Retail https://gulfnews.com/technology/apple-earnings-beat-forecasts-on-iphone-17-demand-1.500525225 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-05/fpw7oqnm/_1x_1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T03:58:26.045+04:00 Apple earnings beat forecasts on iPhone 17 demand Technology, Markets https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/venezuela-leader-hikes-minimum-wage-package-by-26-1.500525215 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/io68j0vw/newsml_afp_com_20260430T215738Z_doc_a9j899e.jpeg Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez (C) poses for a selfie with supporters during a march calling for the lifting of all US sanctions in Caracas on April 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T03:31:45.304+04:00 Venezuela leader hikes minimum wage package by 26% Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-raises-terror-threat-to-severe-after-golders-green-stabbings-starmer-unveils-anti-semitism-drive-1.500525289 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/exwtgfsd/newsml_afp_com_20260430T184735Z_doc_a9hp7d6.jpeg Police arrest a demonstrator during a rally organised by the Campaign Against Antisemitism, opposite Downing Street in central London on April 30, 2026, following the stabbing of two Jewish men the day before in the Golders Green neighbourhood of north London. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T03:15:48.892+04:00 UK raises terror threat to ‘severe’ after Golders Green stabbings, Starmer unveils anti-semitism drive Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/i-am-not-a-lawyer-musk-grilled-over-ai-profits-at-openai-trial-1.500525224 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-20/w3ea28j0/Elon-Musk Elon Musk Gulf News en 2026-05-01T02:59:01.672+04:00 'I am not a lawyer': Musk grilled over AI profits at OpenAI trial Americas https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/carmaker-stellantis-swings-back-into-profit-as-sales-climb-1.500524168 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/7kwa2wng/newsml_afp_com_20260430T064031Z_doc_a9et8t4.jpeg Peugeot cars are seen parked outside the Stellantis multinational car manufacturer's plant in Poissy, west of Paris, on April 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T02:51:49.375+04:00 Carmaker Stellantis swings back into profit as sales climb Auto News https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/ap-us-united-states-congo-1.500525214 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/h8kijict/preview.jpg FILE -Internally displaced people (IDPs) fleeing fighting in Congo's South Kivu province arrive in Cibitoke, Kansega, Burundi, Dec. 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Berthier Mugiraneza, File) Gulf News en 2026-05-01T02:44:29.470+04:00 US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels us sanctions congo kabila rwanda https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/talks-deadlocked-trump-weighs-options-to-force-tehran-into-a-deal-1.500525268 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/s32vsgzg/Iran_Nuclear_Timeline_66804_16ad61ffccf_original_ratio.jpg Prior to the war, confidential International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reports in early 2026 indicated that Iran had continued to increase its stockpile of uranium enriched to 60% purity, a level just a technical step away from the 90% weapons-grade threshold. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T02:27:00.819+04:00 Talks deadlocked: Trump weighs 'options' to force Tehran into a deal Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/high-oil-prices-due-to-the-iran-war-weigh-on-everything-from-the-petrol-pump-to-consumer-goods-1.500525212 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/baav8dap/preview.jpg Gasoline prices are displayed at a Mobil gas station on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) Gulf News en 2026-05-01T02:01:35.325+04:00 High oil prices due to the Iran war weigh on everything from the petrol pump to consumer goods oil retail iran war trump https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/air-defences-in-tehran-countered-small-aircraft-drones-iranian-media-1.500525216 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-12/5xjyhpjh/newsml_afp_com_20251112T183100Z_doc_83u8447.jpeg Iranian women sit on an anti-aircraft gun displayed during an exhibition showcasing missile and drone achievements in Tehran. File photo taken on November 12, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-01T01:42:06.979+04:00 Air defences in Tehran countered small aircraft, drones: Iranian media Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-shares-video-of-kenyan-mum-comforting-son-who-wants-to-visit-dubai-1.500525231 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/trtqbjfn/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-01-at-1.32.32-AM.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/bpii06hr/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-01-at-1.48.20-AM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-01T01:38:36.126+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan shares video of Kenyan mum comforting son who wants to visit Dubai UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-announces-travel-ban-to-iran-lebanon-and-iraq-1.500525206 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/pw6cf38f/UAE-Flag Gulf News en 2026-05-01T00:09:28.126+04:00 UAE announces travel ban to Iran, Lebanon, Iraq UAE, Travel https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/fujairah-joins-uae-digital-fisheries-system-to-strengthen-traceability-1.500525146 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/rnwspedj/2.jpg.jpeg The agreement was signed by Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, co-founder of Seafood Souq and Mahmood Hassan Al Ali, Chairman Fujeirah Fisherman Coop. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Ibrahim Al Jamali is the Regional Director – Northern Region at the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment; Sulaiman Rashid Al Khadeem, Chairman of the UAE federation of fisherman associations. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T22:24:54.030+04:00 Fujairah joins UAE digital fisheries system to strengthen traceability Markets, Government, Fujairah https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-honours-winners-of-erth-dubai-awards-1.500525101 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/on9uqjfi/Erth-Dubai-Awards https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/p4wqdqo2/HHK7c5HbIAALOdc.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/73hzgft7/HHK7ZzgaUAAAN5K.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ngaqjqak/HHK04oZbEAAImQ5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T21:57:28.917+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed honours winners of Erth Dubai Awards UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/from-taco-to-nacho-new-label-questions-trumps-hormuz-strategy-1.500525002 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/30/20210330-donald-trump-2021_17881428e63_large.jpg Responding to the label last year, Trump dismissed the criticism. “I chicken out? Oh, I’ve never heard that,” he said, calling his approach “negotiation.” Gulf News en 2026-04-30T20:27:30.568+04:00 From ‘TACO’ to ‘NACHO’: New label questions Trump’s Hormuz strategy Americas, Mena, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-foils-13-million-arms-deal-1.500524989 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/3u7x164q/Airport-arrest Airport arrest https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/bmyy7yq3/Airport-arrest Airport arrest https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/opaqdp4s/airport-arrest Airport arrest Gulf News en 2026-04-30T20:10:17.510+04:00 UAE foils $13 million arms deal, refers 13 to security court UAE, Crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/united-in-strength/sheikh-hamdan-says-the-soul-of-dubai-is-found-in-its-people-and-residents-are-proving-him-right-1.500524824 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/vaveon70/newsml_afp_com_20260328T143144Z_doc_a62h64j.jpeg ‘The soul of Dubai is its people’: Sheikh Hamdan’s message sparks outpouring of gratitude and belonging https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/pwk3kjq4/Capture.PNG Gulf News en 2026-04-30T19:35:51.292+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan says the soul of Dubai is found in its people, and residents are proving him right United in Strength, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/uganda-kindergarten-murderer-sentenced-to-death-2-1.500524785 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-06/ybtogu74/625081cca8bc7d42215d0ca24609dd18.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T18:45:20.833+04:00 Uganda kindergarten murderer sentenced to death World https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-south-korea-activate-trade-deal-to-boost-investment-and-exports-1.500524811 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/15/UAE-South-Korea_185b2143118_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T18:21:56.061+04:00 UAE, South Korea activate trade deal to boost investment and exports Government, Markets, Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/japan-airlines-trials-robots-in-ground-handling-operations-1.500524842 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/4us02ncv/pics.png Gulf News en 2026-04-30T18:07:35.223+04:00 Japan Airlines trials robots in ground handling operations Aviation, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-miracle-garden-to-offer-free-entry-for-families-on-weekdays-1.500524828 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-15/8p0axcx2/STAFFNAT_260315_Miracle_Garden_VSAKLANI_211773572462245.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:59:28.721+04:00 Dubai Miracle Garden to offer free entry for families on weekdays UAE, Dubai Miracle Garden https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/taalouf-program-drives-inclusive-education-at-abu-dhabi-school-1.500524812 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/8hcazw7f/jalila.jpg Amal Mohammed Al Mansoor, principal of a private school in Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:49:29.018+04:00 Ta’alouf program drives inclusive education at Abu Dhabi School Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstan-emerges-as-central-eurasias-tech-powerhouse-bridging-gulf-and-global-markets-1.500524748 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/wmktfxcj/5-pic-Combo.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/j55pxf0l/Magzan-Madiyev.jpg Magzhan Madiyev https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/qye1nfvg/Murat-Abdrakhmanov.jpg Murat Abdrakhmanov https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/4s8pcc88/Ainur-Temirkhankyzy.jpg Ainur Temirkhankyzy https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/43z6ejfz/Oleksii-Sharavar.jpg Oleksii Sharavar https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/afh3uefi/Ayan-Ispola.jpg Ayan Ispola Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:40:54.742+04:00 Kazakhstan emerges as Central Eurasia’s tech powerhouse, bridging Gulf and Global Markets GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/good-news-pakistan-cuts-passport-delivery-time-1.500524772 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/19/PAKISTAN-ID-AND-PASSPORT_17c98fcc843_large.jpg Pakistan on Thursday announces to reduce the ordinary passport delivery time. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:29:20.799+04:00 Good news: Pakistan cuts passport delivery time Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/rescue-teams-pull-survivor-from-afrin-river-search-for-child-continues-1.500524738 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/qn8fg4ft/Syrian-Civil-Defence Syrian Civil Defence teams rescued a man and recovered the body of another following a drowning incident in the Afrin River, while search efforts continue for a missing child in Northern Syria. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:24:20.622+04:00 Rescue teams pull survivor from Afrin River, search for child continues Mena, Syria https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-launches-national-register-to-protect-modern-architectural-heritage-1.500524747 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/mkev9g4u/IMG4875.jpeg New register to highlight key buildings from post-1960s development. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/7t2ynu4b/IMG4878.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/gy6yamub/IMG4876.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:18:31.665+04:00 UAE launches national register to protect modern architectural heritage UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/insurancemarketae-recognised-among-the-2026-best-workplaces-in-the-uae-1.500524732 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/1ouj2bgb/Insurance-Market.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:07:14.910+04:00 InsuranceMarket.ae recognised Among the 2026 Best Workplaces in the UAE Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/slight-relief-for-passengers-as-philippines-lowers-fuel-surcharge-level-1.500524701 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/08/19/Stock---Global-Airlines_17b5da95e40_large.jpg The interim measure shall be in effect until the current situation stabilises, or may be revised or revoked accordingly Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:01:24.978+04:00 Slight relief for passengers as Philippines lowers fuel surcharge level Aviation, Philippines, Philippines, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/tristar-safety-is-not-what-we-do-it-is-who-we-are-1.500524723 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ap9uyqjm/Tristar.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:01:07.185+04:00 Tristar: “Safety is not what we do, it is who we are” GN Focus, Company News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/karisma-kapoors-children-win-relief-in-sunjay-kapur-court-case-kareena-celebrates-justice-will-always-prevail-1.500524693 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/mlzzo94c/1_16a07ff7329_851928_1936499211_16a07ff7329_original_ratio.jpg Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur Gulf News en 2026-04-30T17:00:37.821+04:00 Karisma Kapoor’s children win relief in Sunjay Kapur court case; Kareena celebrates: 'Justice will always prevail' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-commissions-first-hangor-class-submarine-in-china-boosts-naval-capability-1.500524614 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/o3n2f73q/submarine.gif The Hangor-class is a diesel-electric attack submarine equipped with Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology, enabling it to remain submerged for longer durations and operate more stealthily, according to Dawn. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:56:35.148+04:00 Pakistan commissions first Hangor-class submarine in China, boosts naval capability Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/sport/two-semi-finals-two-controversial-handball-decisions-1.500524686 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/0y682jes/Referee Handball controversary amongst both Champions League semi-final first-leg ties https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/yyncdq8g/newsml_afp_com_20260429T204839Z_doc_a9dw89n.jpeg Arsenal had to settle for a draw in the first-leg of their semi-final tie https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/vs0r7d8l/Steve_Mcmanaman.jpg Steve Mcmanaman wants the UEFA handball rule to be scrapped following the two decisions https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/cz7t9yrj/Jamie_Carragher.jpg Jamie Carragher was also critical of the handball decisions Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:53:06.629+04:00 Two semi-finals, two controversial handball decisions Sport, Football, football, Champions League https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/your-smart-home-could-be-spying-on-you-warn-dubai-police-1.500524664 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/e5xb1tsk/Dubai-Police-Call-for-Enhanced-Protection-of-Home-Surveillance-and-Smart-Devices.jpg Dubai Police have called on residents to strengthen the security of home surveillance Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:47:54.467+04:00 Your smart home could be spying on you, warn Dubai Police Crime, My-community, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police, cybercrime, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-hosts-kurdistan-region-president-in-abu-dhabi-talks-1.500524231 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/qql158kh/MBZ.jpg UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:47:53.165+04:00 UAE President hosts Kurdistan Region President in Abu Dhabi talks Government, Sheikh mohamed https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-pours-ps25m-into-jewish-security-after-london-attacks-1.500524665 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/dhwf8bhq/another_one_better_1777551658914.jpg Protesters hold posters near the scene where two people were stabbed yesterday in the Golders Green neighbourhood, that has a large Jewish community, in London, Thursday, April 30, 2026.(AP Photo/Alastair Grant) (Photo: AP) Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:47:33.034+04:00 UK pours £25m into Jewish security after London attacks Europe, Mena, Gaza, Iran, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/watch-shipping-slows-dramatically-at-strait-of-hormuz-amid-rising-blockade-fears-1.500524680 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/bu6be3id/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:46:21.568+04:00 Watch: Shipping slows dramatically at Strait of Hormuz amid rising blockade fears Mena, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/dubai-health-marks-research-milestone-with-global-impact-1.500524655 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/iztd4ckm/health.jpg Researchers from Dubai Health and MBRU have published 2,362 papers in leading international peer-reviewed journals Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:23:40.235+04:00 Dubai Health marks research milestone with global impact Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-sentences-four-to-three-year-in-prison-for-sectarian-incitement-acquits-eight-1.500524634 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/g4kopwqj/Screenshot-2026-01-23-at-2.18.36-PM.png Kuwait Court jailed four, acquitted eight and refrained from punishing 50 others in cases linked to sectarian incitement on social media, placing them under good conduct pledges. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:20:45.984+04:00 Kuwait sentences four to three year in prison for sectarian incitement, acquits eight Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/grand-games-where-gaming-meets-global-ambition-1.500524636 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/84axepms/Roman-Lineitsev.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/obu7fg2j/Grand-Games2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:18:46.308+04:00 Grand Games: Where gaming meets global ambition GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/yami-gautam-on-life-after-dhurandhars-success-nothing-has-changed-us-1.500524639 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-24/5xv7kx3v/SnapInsta.to589075880185656926040114983419670664807839875n.jpg Yami has opened up about the quiet, organic way their relationship began, and what made her fall for the man behind the camera. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/3act0bdm/202603273722816.jpg Yami Gautam watches ‘Dhurandhar 2’ secretly in packed theatre, sister Surilie shares video https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/n0vcel0y/202510083533895.jpeg Haq movie collage Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:14:24.826+04:00 Yami Gautam on life after Dhurandhar's success: 'Nothing has changed us' Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-may-2026-7-major-changes-residents-need-to-know-1.500524628 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/4y6bm9p3/Dubaiskyline2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/gcauhw8x/newsml_afp_com_20260428T130659Z_doc_a98d464.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/23/artificial-intelligence--AI-_192b7a86014_large.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/cqcqndcc/STAFFNAT_260424_Global_Village_VSAKLANI_311777063578027.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/10/Stock-UAE-travel---Dubai---Airport_18b1a1e957c_large.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/11/25/181125_whatsapp_users_resources1_16a08524071_large.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-11/mbk9rjt2/emiratesintroducesthirdnon-stopservicebetweenmelbourneanddubaiwithnewlyretrofittedboeing777.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/q3ob7oz2/Eid-fireworks Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:09:17.338+04:00 What's changing in the UAE this May and what it means for you Living-Ask-Us, Government, Global Village, UAE banks, Dubai International Airport DXB https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/todays-best-amazon-deals-coffee-machines-smart-fans-and-beauty-tools-from-top-brands-1.500524454 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/03/shopping_18ea4b8f6ea_large.jpg Keep checking back daily for fresh steals, and don’t forget to join Prime for speedy, free shipping. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T16:00:00.000+04:00 Today’s best Amazon deals: Coffee machines, smart fans and beauty tools from top brands Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstan-at-the-heart-of-indrives-global-push-toward-a-user-driven-super-app-1.500524603 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/iujfjixr/Aray-Bekembayev.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:59:51.625+04:00 Kazakhstan at the heart of inDrive’s global push toward a user-driven super-app GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/us-settled-malayali-sisters-die-by-suicide-in-kanyakumari-1.500524608 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/metu64j3/DSS.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:51:00.139+04:00 US-settled Malayali sisters die by suicide in Kanyakumari India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/formula-rossa-ride-at-ferrari-world-sets-new-speed-record-1.500524610 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/6rqafrie/Ride.jpg Ferrari World ride Formula Rossa recognised by Guinness World Records for fastest rollercoaster launch in Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:49:49.866+04:00 Formula Rossa ride at Ferrari World sets new speed record Entertainment, people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/cfi-secures-brazil-central-bank-licence-advancing-latin-america-expansion-1.500524609 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/brgzcbq8/Lead-Brazil-EN-S2.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/eqqirgi1/Lead-Brazil-EN-S2.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ggkcz4wh/Lead-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:48:57.488+04:00 CFI secures Brazil Central Bank licence, advancing Latin America expansion Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/technology/why-is-chatgpt-talking-about-goblins-the-ai-glitch-behind-creature-laced-responses-explained-1.500524595 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/zdv7qk12/greengoblin.avif According to OpenAI’s analysis, usage of creature-related terms rose noticeably following the launch of GPT-5.1. The company reported: Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:46:04.526+04:00 Why is ChatGPT talking about goblins? The AI glitch behind creature-laced responses explained Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstan-unveils-vision-to-make-alatau-the-business-capital-of-eurasia-1.500524568 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/t5houcyf/Zhaslan-Madiyev.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:36:35.797+04:00 Kazakhstan unveils vision to make Alatau the business capital of Eurasia GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-warns-against-phone-scams-fake-websites-impersonating-icp-logo-1.500524560 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/h21hegpi/ICP.webp Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has warned customers against scammers exploiting its name and logo through fake phone calls and websites run by unknown parties Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:36:08.712+04:00 UAE warns against phone scams, fake websites impersonating ICP logo Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/fifa-and-afc-clear-path-for-afghan-womens-national-team-to-compete-in-official-matches-1.500524554 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ph5skl1g/Afghan-women.jpg Afghan female players will now be able to represent their country in official matches https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/04/27/FIFA-president-Gianni-Infantino_171bcf9b559_large.jpg FIFA President Gianni Infantino has pushed the involvement of women in football Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:33:23.418+04:00 FIFA and AFC clear path for Afghan women’s national team to compete in official matches Sport, Football, football, Afghanistan https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-the-uae-is-celebrating-its-workers-this-international-workers-day-1.500524562 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/9oow2wti/MoHRE-new-building-photo.jpg The initiative forms part of the ministry’s ongoing commitment to bringing joy to workers and highlighting their role in the UAE’s development Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:27:59.003+04:00 How the UAE is celebrating its workers this International Workers’ Day UAE, UAE, MoHRE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/enjoyed-the-experience-former-australian-captain-hails-psl-after-exit-1.500524549 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/12/04/Australian_cricket_captain_Tim_Paine_resources1_16a0853aa59_large.jpg Former Australian cricket captain Tim Paine https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/12/04/Australian_cricket_captain_Tim_Paine_resources1_16a0853aa59_large.jpg Former Australian cricket captain Tim Paine Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:20:59.577+04:00 “Enjoyed the experience” Former Australian captain hails PSL after exit Cricket, psl, cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/new-difc-rule-could-change-how-uae-investors-set-up-companies-1.500524546 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-15/pk30tmq8/DIFC-Image.gif Prescribed Companies are widely used as cost-efficient vehicles for holding assets such as shares, real estate and intellectual property, and are popular among high-net-worth individuals Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:15:59.781+04:00 New DIFC rule could change how UAE investors set up companies Banking, UAE banks, Dubai Financial Market (DFM) https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/ipl-penalises-riyan-parag-over-vaping-incident-1.500524550 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/pszsadiq/Rajasthan-Royals-Skipper-Riyan-Parag.jpg Rajasthan Royals' Skipper Riyan Parag Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:15:36.929+04:00 IPL penalises Riyan Parag over vaping incident IPL, IPL-Rajasthan https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/eresidency-launches-online-access-to-kazakhstan-1.500524499 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/wxz38053/Kanat-Amirkin-and-Askar-Zhambakin.jpg Kanat Amirkin, CEO of eResidency and Askar Zhambakin, CEO, Kcell. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/oqnpn5c4/Kanat-Amirkin-Mug.jpg Kanat Amirkin, CEO - eResidency https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/29skf6nk/Askar-Zhambakin-Mug.jpg Askar Zhambakin, CEO, Kcell Gulf News en 2026-04-30T15:04:54.985+04:00 eResidency launches online access to Kazakhstan GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-india-express-boosts-uae-flights-as-gulf-routes-resume-from-april-30-1.500524521 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-10/a2zn8619/Air-India-Express-2.jpg Air India Express ramps up UAE flights as Gulf routes reopen. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:58:23.161+04:00 Air India Express boosts UAE flights as Gulf routes resume from April 30 Aviation, india, India UAE travel https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-launches-instant-bank-account-service-for-tourists-1.500524513 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-21/brjgvljq/Digital_banking_resources1_16a085160c0_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:52:40.128+04:00 UAE launches instant bank account service for tourists Banking, Government, Tourism, UAE digital banking, UAE government services https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/meet-lucky-loser-potapova-who-just-made-history-at-madrid-open-1.500524512 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/f259oywp/Tennis.jpg Austria's Anastasia Potapova returns the ball to Czech Republic's Karolina Pliskova during her 2026 WTA Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament singles match at the Caja Magica in Madrid, on April 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:50:08.998+04:00 Meet ‘lucky loser’ Potapova who just made history at Madrid Open Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-skycargo-launches-toronto-freighter-service-1.500524506 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/9fef8hzj/emiratesskycargoyyzinaugural.jpg Emirates SkyCargo freighter at Toronto Pearson Airport Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:46:24.887+04:00 Emirates SkyCargo launches Toronto freighter service Aviation, Travel, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/this-rare-vintage-cartier-watch-fetched-2million-after-intense-bidding-battle-1.500524184 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/87gk41l3/Cartier-WATCH Cartier London Crash, circa 1987. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:45:04.993+04:00 This rare vintage Cartier watch fetched $2 million after intense bidding battle Entertainment, Lifestyle, Luxury, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/singer-d4vd-took-horrifying-steps-to-dispose-of-14-year-olds-body-say-prosecutors-1.500524305 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/dojmcmd0/Untitled-Project.jpg Case details include alleged Amazon orders and forensic links to crime scene Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:41:30.619+04:00 Singer D4vd took 'horrifying' steps to dispose of 14-year-old's body, say prosecutors Entertainment, HollyWood, Music, hollywood, Music, Murder https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/abu-dhabi-civil-defence-ramps-up-safety-awareness-drive-1.500524504 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/cnyozcgk/aud-parks.jpg Interactive sessions held to educate residents on emergency response. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:41:18.915+04:00 Abu Dhabi Civil Defence ramps up safety awareness drive people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/what-to-expect-at-zayed-national-museums-uae-armed-forces-unity-programme-1.500524484 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/f5ofth3m/13.-Zayed-National-Museum-–-متحف-زايد-الوطني-1.jpg ‘The Journey of Unity Through Time’ explores the unification of the Armed Forces in 1976 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/0kcku8aj/Hamad-Al-Amri-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:38:49.202+04:00 What to expect at Zayed National Museum’s UAE Armed Forces unity programme UAE, UAE, Zayed National Museum, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-cyclist-discovers-injured-gazelle-prompts-swift-rescue-by-dubai-municipality-1.500524436 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/46rq4ow4/PHOTO-1.jpg Dubai cyclist praised after reporting injured gazelle on track Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:30:11.463+04:00 Dubai cyclist discovers injured gazelle, prompts swift rescue by Dubai Municipality UAE, people, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/youtube-wants-to-stay-on-your-screen-even-when-you-leave-the-app-1.500524480 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/03/youtube-2617510_1920_16b1dc1d82b_large.jpg Picture-in-picture is rolling out worldwide, making mobile multitasking much easier. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:29:58.733+04:00 YouTube wants to stay on your screen — even when you leave the app Media https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/1thirty-holding-an-industrial-bridge-from-kazakhstan-to-the-emirates-1.500524451 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/n42lo7pl/1Thirty-Holding.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ex8ydov6/Zhandos-Temirgali.jpg Zhandos Temirgali, President and CEO, 1Thirty Holding https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/fsnz4k43/Alexander-Glukhov.jpg Alexander Glukhov, Chairman of the Board of Directors - 1Thirty Holding Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:19:51.295+04:00 1Thirty Holding: An industrial bridge from Kazakhstan to the Emirates GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/american-hospital-dubai-ushers-in-new-era-of-scar-minimising-breast-surgery-1.500523407 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/31u2etlh/BCCSP.jpg The key benefits for patients undergoing breast surgery with the da Vinci System include a virtually scar-free breast, less trauma to surrounding tissue, reduced pain, a faster recovery and optimal sensory retention Gulf News en 2026-04-30T14:14:34.880+04:00 American Hospital Dubai ushers in new era of scar-minimising breast surgery Health, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-announces-eid-al-adha-holiday-mid-term-break-for-schools-1.500524455 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/q3ob7oz2/Eid-fireworks File photo of visitors enjoying a fireworks display at the Dubai Frame on the occasion of Eid Al Adha. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:53:52.187+04:00 Nine-day Eid Al Adha holiday in UAE for schools Education https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/doha-flights-resume-uaes-flydubai-air-arabia-return-to-hamad-international-1.500524420 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-20/5aztpmqc/Doha’s-Hamad-International-Airport Doha’s Hamad International Airport (DOH), the main hub for Qatar Airways, has expanded with the addition of the new Concourse D Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:53:04.659+04:00 Doha flights resume: UAE’s flydubai, Air Arabia return to Hamad International Aviation, Travel, Qatar Airways https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/semurg-invest-positions-kazakhstan-as-a-pivotal-eurasian-logistics-hub-1.500524434 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/58xdmzzb/Semurg-Invest.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/h7qx79nm/Nurzan-Marabayev.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:46:37.749+04:00 Semurg Invest positions Kazakhstan as a pivotal Eurasian logistics hub GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/duty-free-area-opens-to-non-travellers-at-zayed-international-airport-in-abu-dhabi-1.500524435 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/7w7mhooz/ZAYED-AIRPORT-1.jpg Residents can get access to duty-free outlets through pre-booked entry pass in this in limited-time initiative. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:46:27.298+04:00 Duty-free area opens to non-travellers at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi Aviation, people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/experts-warn-oil-could-climb-to-150-within-weeks-as-hormuz-disruption-drags-on-1.500524417 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/a4q989q1/Screenshot_2026_04_29_at_7_31_41_AM.png US Marines board the commercial ship M/V Blue Star III in the Arabian Sea, near the Strait of Hormuz. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/b9nisxhy/1659c788_681c_4a37_b819_dbbb138d1884.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-22/r2vzc7vj/Vijay_Mugshot_2_17853017e75_author.jpg Vijay Valecha https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/3j4fgyi2/Ole_Hansen__Head_of_Commodity_Strategy__Saxo_Bank__3_.webp Ole Hansen, Head of Commodity Strategy at Saxo Bank Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:36:16.210+04:00 Experts warn oil could climb to $150 within weeks as Hormuz disruption drags on Energy, US-Israel-Iran war, oil price https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-celebrates-in-the-face-of-toney-amid-cheating-allegations-1.500524344 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/g9rg7zz6/RonaldoIvanToney.png Ronaldo gave the perfect response to Toney's cheating claims https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/isrzugf3/newsml_afp_com_20260430T072322Z_doc_a9ey4ke.jpeg Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Ahli Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:34:33.212+04:00 Ronaldo celebrates in the face of Toney amid cheating allegations Sport, Football, football, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/uae/why-the-philippine-consulate-in-dubai-is-strict-about-appointments-and-how-it-benefits-you-1.500524391 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2013/5/15/1_16a0829a361.1183872_890175029_16a0829a361_large.jpg The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai requests the cooperation of clients as it strictly implements its appointments policy Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:32:19.671+04:00 Why the Philippine Consulate in Dubai is strict about appointments and how it benefits you UAE, Philippines, UAE, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/kimi-antonelli-bids-for-hat-trick-of-wins-as-f1-returns-in-miami-1.500524422 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-12/mv1ctfb5/newsml_afp_com_20250501T000000Z_PH_GTY_2212942172.jpeg Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Italy and Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team looks on in the Paddock. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:32:13.204+04:00 Kimi Antonelli bids for hat-trick of wins as F1 returns in Miami Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/iran-war-hearing-key-takeaways-as-hegseth-faces-2nd-day-of-grilling-1.500524403 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/krohat4c/hegseth_1777540337018.jpg Hegseth testifies before the House Armed Services Committee in the Rayburn House Office Building on April 29, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:24:24.406+04:00 Iran war hearing: Key takeaways as Hegseth faces 2nd day of grilling Americas, Mena, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/referees-want-al-nassr-to-win-ronaldos-ex-teammate-sparks-rigging-claims-in-saudi-pro-league-1.500524368 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ovt4cc3j/Al-Nassr-vs-Al-Ahli Refees want Al Nassr to win, says Demiral https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/bk6vfbhz/Screenshot-from-2026-04-30-13-13-58.png Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:17:29.383+04:00 “Referees want Al Nassr to win” Ronaldo’s ex-teammate sparks rigging claims in Saudi Pro League Football, football, Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Pro League https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shakib-al-hasan-hopeful-of-fresh-start-for-bangladesh-cricket-after-political-change-1.500524396 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/27/Shakib-Al-Hasan_19192405508_large.jpg Shakib Al Hasan Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:15:27.009+04:00 Shakib Al Hasan hopeful of fresh start for Bangladesh cricket after political change Cricket, Bangladesh https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/home-and-kitchen/5-best-cooling-fans-for-indoor-outdoor-and-misting-comfort-in-uae-summers-2026-1.500524326 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/03/06/electric-fan_18e14240b18_large.jpg Fans work by constantly displacing warmer air in their vicinity, so you can enjoy ‘cool’ winds in the process. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:15:06.552+04:00 5 best cooling fans for indoor, outdoor and misting comfort in UAE summers (2026) BestBuys-Home-and-Kitchen https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/uae-borrowers-get-repayment-relief-after-central-banks-interest-rate-pause-1.500524387 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-02/xgvf6v5c/loan-apps-e1674036225732.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:11:45.544+04:00 UAE borrowers get repayment relief after central bank's interest rate pause YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Banking, Living-Banking, UAE Central Bank, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kurdistan-mosque-blends-faith-and-sustainability-in-regional-first-1.500524386 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ja7k1e8n/mosque-3.jpg Led by Idris Nechirvan Barzani under the Rwanga Foundation, the Haji Jabar Braghi Mosque has been launched as the region’s first sustainable mosque. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/gg4pm9b0/mosque-1.jpg Guests at the mosque opening. The mosque is part of a broader environmental strategy by the Rwanga Foundation https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/xasuv4gr/mosque-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:09:54.912+04:00 Kurdistan mosque blends faith and sustainability in regional first Mena, Environment https://gulfnews.com/sport/saudi-arabia-set-to-end-financial-backing-of-liv-golf-next-season-1.500524377 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/xqz79s3f/newsml_afp_com_20260415T000000Z_PH_GTY_2271514415.jpeg Bryson DeChambeau is one of many golf stars who made the switch to Liv Golf https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/l8pyi6w2/preview.jpg FILE - LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman, left, applauds Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Governor of Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, at the LIV Golf Invitational-Chicago tournament https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/uwlq5a62/newsml_afp_com_20250406T000000Z_PH_GTY_2208926250.jpeg There has been growing speculation that PIF are set to part ways with Liv Golf Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:06:09.888+04:00 Saudi Arabia set to end financial backing of LIV Golf next season Sport, Golf-in-UAE, LIV Golf https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sarah-jessica-parker-anna-wintour-join-queen-camilla-for-star-studded-nyc-literary-evening-1.500524370 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/8pghdq0u/newsml_afp_com_20260429T192031Z_doc_a9dm4ey.jpeg Britain’s Queen Camilla smiles next to US actresss Sarah Jessica Parker during a visit to the New York Public Library for a literary event in New York City on April 29, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/fcrlmn1w/newsml_afp_com_20260429T000000Z_PH_GTY_2273144814.jpeg Anna Wintour and Sarah Jessica Parker attend a literacy event at the New York Public Library during a state visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla on April 29, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T13:01:02.798+04:00 Sarah Jessica Parker, Anna Wintour join Queen Camilla for star-studded NYC literary evening Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/uae-urged-to-rethink-waste-focus-beyond-plastics-1.500524365 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/xqz5vhzr/experts.jpg Experts highlighted gaps in policy, infrastructure and implementation during a recent roundtable held at American University of Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:52:38.167+04:00 UAE urged to rethink waste focus beyond plastics Environment, Environment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstan-targets-150bn-by-2029-as-central-asias-investment-hub-deepens-gulf-ties-1.500524359 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/7tdc9gx7/AIFC.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:51:28.623+04:00 Kazakhstan targets $150bn by 2029 as Central Asia’s investment hub deepens Gulf ties GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/uae-launches-ai-and-robotics-project-to-boost-labour-market-productivity-1.500524348 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/8mhzw80h/IMG4934.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:46:52.076+04:00 UAE launches AI and robotics project to boost labour market productivity people, Technology https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/uaeturkiye-cepa-a-strategic-trade-bridge-anchored-in-friendship-and-forward-strategy-1.500524306 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/nabjif5m/OPN-UAE-TURKEY-Read-Only.jpg The UAE has established itself as a global hub for logistics, finance, and advanced services, while Turkiye brings a strong industrial base and a strategic position bridging Europe and Asia. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/o6dc2k6g/COMBO-11.jpg Onur Saylan, Areej Siddiqui, and Sania Ashraf Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:45:50.975+04:00 UAE–Turkiye CEPA: A strategic trade bridge anchored in friendship and forward strategy Op-Eds, Mena, Government, Europe, UAE, UAE economy, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/ipl-2026-spin-legend-muthiah-muralidaran-reflects-on-t20s-batting-boom-1.500524327 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/yu5akahq/Murali.jpg Mumbai Indians mentor Sachin Tendulkar, right, speaks with Sunrisers Hyderabad bowling coach Muthiah Muralidaran before the start of the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Mumbai, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:33:42.163+04:00 IPL 2026: Spin legend Muthiah Muralidaran reflects on T20’s batting boom IPL, IPL-Hyderabad, IPL-Mumbai https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-launches-mobile-passport-counters-for-hajj-pilgrims-1.500524307 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/cekl6lqv/TEA_HAJJ_1654506373386_1813843c118_original_ratio.jpg Pilgrims arrive at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coastal city of Jeddah. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:32:10.206+04:00 Saudi Arabia launches mobile passport counters for Hajj pilgrims Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/public-sector-voices-how-sovereign-funds-drive-investment-and-diversification-1.500524270 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/sj6q9f8y/Kazakhstan.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/faxw1b9y/Rauan-Zhumabek-Ambassador-of-Kazakhstan-to-the-UAE.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/44p0902n/Nurlan-Zhakupov.jpg Nurlan Zhakupov https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/2u2twmgu/Renat-Bekturov-Mug.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/t9kli0yw/Timur-Onzhanov.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/9yo4kzvp/Marat-Yelibayeb-and-Didar-KArimsakov.jpg Marat Yelibayeb, Chariman of Development Bank of Kazhakstan and Didar Karimsakov, Chairman of Qazaqstan Investment Corporation. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:16:39.502+04:00 Public Sector Voices: How sovereign funds drive investment and diversification GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/abu-dhabi-anchors-capital-through-scale-and-stability-1.500524299 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/jl1baqxe/SU260417BusinessLeadersAbu-Dhabi-Capital-LEAD-shutterstock1879165087.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:10:25.158+04:00 Abu Dhabi anchors capital through scale and stability GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/innovest-assets-presents-a-modern-vision-of-real-estate-1.500524288 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/m93pm7x0/SU260417BusinessLeadersInnovest-AssetsMohammad-Sadegh-Sharafati-NEW.jpg Mohammad Sadegh Sherafati, CEO and Owner, Innovest Assets Gulf News en 2026-04-30T12:04:20.670+04:00 Innovest Assets presents a modern vision of real estate GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubais-meraas-awards-dh24-billion-contracts-for-dubailand-project-1.500524284 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/9yynkel6/The-Acres-communities.jpg An artist’s impression of The Acres and The Acres Estates in Dubailand, where Meraas is developing a new community of villas. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:58:35.438+04:00 Dubai’s Meraas awards Dh2.4 billion contracts for Dubailand project Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/for-sterling-ark-holdings-its-platforms-over-deals-with-leadership-that-endures-1.500524280 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/h7h30b1s/SU260417BusinessLeadersSterling-ArkSankey-Prasad.jpg Sankey Prasad, Chairman, Sterling Ark Holdings Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:54:37.578+04:00 For Sterling Ark Holdings, it's platforms over deals, with leadership that endures GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-passport-services-halt-enters-second-day-in-uae-ksa-1.500524275 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/12/17/Stock-Pakistan-passport_17670d2c47c_large.jpg Pakistan passport services remained suspended in the UAE for the second day Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:48:00.575+04:00 Pakistan passport services halt enters second day in UAE, KSA Pakistan, UAE, UAE, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/soon-humanoid-robots-will-handle-your-baggage-clean-aircraft-at-tokyo-haneda-airport-1.500524255 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/4us02ncv/pics.png Being human-shaped allows their introduction without significant modifications to existing airport facilities or aircraft structures, JAL said in a statement. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:39:26.850+04:00 Soon, humanoid robots will handle your baggage, clean aircraft at Tokyo Haneda Airport Aviation, technology, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/digital-sukuk-opens-doors-to-everyday-investors-1.500524266 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/iv2v1znw/SU260430Capital-ForwardADIB.jpg Mohammed Abdelbary, Group Chief Executive Officer, ADIB Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:39:18.328+04:00 Digital Sukuk opens doors to everyday investors GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstan-pivots-beyond-oil-11bn-investment-drive-gulf-ties-renewable-energy-push-1.500524243 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/rs8ccuc3/Nikolai-Arman-Yerlan-Combo.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/t55a02fs/Nikolai-Podguzov.jpg Nikolai Podguzov, Chairman, Eurosian Development Bank https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/3a2nu5nx/Arman-Shakkaliyev.jpg Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade & Integration https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/y1rewkby/Yerlan-Akkenzhenov.jpg Yerlan Akkenzhenov, Minister of Energy Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:34:58.445+04:00 Kazakhstan Pivots Beyond Oil: $11bn investment drive, Gulf ties, renewable energy push GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/veteran-korean-actor-park-dong-bin-found-dead-at-restaurant-he-planned-to-open-aged-56-1.500524245 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/aw4d80r0/dongbin.webp Born Park Jong-moon in 1970, he made his acting debut in the 1998 film Shiri. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:19:39.568+04:00 Veteran Korean actor Park Dong-bin found dead at restaurant he planned to open, aged 56 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/youre-cooling-yourself-wrong-common-mistakes-uae-residents-make-in-summer-1.500524229 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/got4rap7/RDS_SUMMER_HEAT_1558187550966_16acb3728f7_original_ratio.jpg A boy tries to cool himself by pouring the water on his head to beat the heat as temperatures rise https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/xfansxk2/Dr.-Aslam-Saleem.jpeg Dr. Aslam Saleem, emergency doctor at Medcare Shaikh Saqr Al Qasimi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/2sfdbpgp/Dr.-Anoop-James-George.jpeg Dr. Anoop James George, emergency medicine specialist at Prime Hospital https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/cp6yxyxx/DR.-KHOLOUD-KHATTAB.jpeg Dr. Kholoud Khattab, general medicine specialist at Aster Royal Clinic Arabian Ranches Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:19:25.213+04:00 You’re cooling yourself wrong: Common mistakes UAE residents make in summer Health, Lifestyle, UAE, heatwave, Summer, lifestyle, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/report-us-weighs-short-powerful-strikes-on-iran-regime-targets-as-crisis-sends-oil-prices-to-highest-level-since-2022-1.500524187 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/2xmn3k95/US-carrier-F15.jpeg Amid the diplomatic deadlock between the US and iran, a new military plan to be presented to US President Donald Trump by the Central Command (CentCom) reportedly calls for a “short and powerful” wave of military strikes on the Iranian regime, including oil export facilities, military bases, command nodes, and regional militia‑support networks. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/t9f9nhqs/Screenshot_2026_04_29_at_7_31_41_AM.png US Marines board the commercial ship M/V Blue Star III in the Arabian Sea, near the Strait of Hormuz. On Tuesday (April 28, 2026) in the Arabian Sea, US Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit boarded M/V Blue Star III, a commercial ship suspected of attempting to transit to Iran in violation of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. U.S. forces released the vessel after conducting a search and confirming the ship’s voyage would not include an Iranian port call. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:15:25.148+04:00 Report: US weighs ‘short, powerful’ strikes on Iran regime targets as crisis sends oil prices to highest level since 2022 Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-drop-again-24k-now-down-dh41-from-april-peak-1.500524219 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/w0s7jwkw/Stock___Gold___Gold_shopping___Gold_in_UAE___UAE_Gold__189ea23b039_original_ratio.jpg Shoppers at a gold and diamond jewellery store in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:11:31.514+04:00 Dubai gold prices drop again, 24K now down Dh41 from April peak Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/kazakhstans-digital-push-gains-momentum-with-ai-led-reforms-and-uae-partnership-1.500524220 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/oi9tbg3n/Kassym-Jomart-Tokayev.jpg Kassym Jomart Tokayev, President of Kazakhstan Gulf News en 2026-04-30T11:02:57.263+04:00 Kazakhstan’s digital push gains momentum with AI-led reforms and UAE partnership GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hezbollah-deploys-hard-to-stop-fiber-optic-drones-against-israel-1.500524206 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/l4tlui9r/IsraelLebanonDrones2871-63021-Read-Only.jpg The nearly invisible drone weapon now changing the Israel-Hezbollah war. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T10:51:36.958+04:00 Hezbollah deploys hard-to-stop fiber-optic drones against Israel Mena https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-kazakhstans-digital-transformation-fuels-gdp-leap-1.500524178 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/f41kb1to/KAzakhstan.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/561q5ord/Zhaslan-Madiyev.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/taaiqvys/Renat-Bekturov.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/aarufsle/Magzhan-Madiyev.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T10:33:48.551+04:00 How Kazakhstan's digital transformation fuels GDP leap GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-lottery-one-lucky-player-takes-home-dh5m-check-the-winning-numbers-1.500523772 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/bt7oahhc/Screenshot-2026-04-29-at-10.31.20-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260429 Gulf News en 2026-04-30T10:19:29.586+04:00 UAE Lottery: One lucky player takes home Dh5m – check the winning numbers UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-announces-petrol-and-diesel-prices-for-may-2026-1.500524014 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/a2tnu9h7/gulfnews2026-02-27a0rc6027petrol-price-2.jpg Here is the official breakdown of what you’ll be paying per litre starting May 1st. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T10:11:08.527+04:00 UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for May 2026 Energy, Transport https://gulfnews.com/world/return-the-kohinoor-nyc-mayor-zohran-mamdanis-pointed-message-to-king-charles-reignites-colonial-era-debate-during-us-tour-1.500524162 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/fvfim9if/newsml_afp_com_20260429T000000Z_PH_GTY_2273131462.jpeg King Charles III, standing next to Queen Camilla, interacts with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a state visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla on April 29, 2026, in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/09/17/kohinoor-1663413596571_1834b2d31b1_large.jpg There are multiple theories about Kohinoor’s origins and the most established story is that the diadem was extracted from Kollur Mine, located in Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur District, which has been variously part of the Vijayanagara Empire, Qutub Shahi Kingdom, Mughals and the Asaf Jahi Nizams. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/75y93t6v/newsml_afp_com_20260429T000000Z_PH_GTY_2273134556.jpeg King Charles III standing next to Queen Camilla interacts with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a state visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla on April 29, 2026, in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T10:05:04.842+04:00 ‘Return the Kohinoor’: NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani’s pointed message to King Charles reignites colonial-era debate during US tour World, Americas, India, india, America, americas, United Kingdom, Donalad Trump https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/it-was-a-lesson-meryl-streep-reveals-she-almost-passed-on-the-devil-wears-prada-and-doubled-her-ask-1.500524155 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/qjdj1qd7/preview.jpg This image released by 20th Century Studios shows Meryl Streep, left, and Anne Hathaway in a scene from "The Devil Wears Prada 2." (Macall Polay/20th Century Studios via AP) Gulf News en 2026-04-30T10:01:52.259+04:00 'It was a lesson': Meryl Streep reveals she almost passed on The Devil Wears Prada and doubled her ask Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/yashs-toxic-delay-clears-the-way-varun-dhawans-hai-jawani-toh-ishq-hona-hai-reclaims-prime-post-ipl-release-slot-1.500524151 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/qr999cq8/YASH-TOXIC.jpg Yash in Toxic https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/dfx4njj7/ANI_20260424082554.jpg ‘WOW’ from ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ (Photo/Instagram/ @varundvn) Gulf News en 2026-04-30T09:50:46.991+04:00 Yash’s ‘Toxic’ delay clears the way: Varun Dhawan’s ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ reclaims prime post-IPL release slot Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, Bollywood icons, india https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/rupee-hits-record-low-uae-remitters-get-nearly-rs26-for-dh1-1.500524131 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/nhahpen5/455130214-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T09:50:39.394+04:00 Rupee hits record low, UAE remitters get nearly Rs26 for Dh1 YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Markets, UAE, Indian Rupee, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/akshay-kumars-bhooth-bangla-crosses-rs-2-billion-worldwide-beats-stree-and-thamma-1.500524101 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/wdhjutj0/akshay23.webp Gulf News en 2026-04-30T09:14:54.629+04:00 Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla crosses Rs 2 billion worldwide, beats Stree and Thamma Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/google-gemini-can-now-create-word-excel-and-latex-files-in-one-tap-1.500524092 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/lzzcvell/OPN_Google_Gemini_AI_19122297608_original_ratio.jpg From Word docs to spreadsheets and LaTeX, Gemini is becoming a productivity engine. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T09:00:12.267+04:00 Google Gemini can now create Word, Excel and LaTeX files in one tap Media https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/trump-says-uaes-opec-exit-may-ease-oil-price-pressure-1.500524094 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/bvyt2x7q/202604303770315.jpg File photo of US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-04-30T08:58:53.994+04:00 Trump says UAE’s OPEC exit may ease oil price pressure Energy, World, UAE, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/google-translate-gets-ai-pronunciation-coach-in-major-update-1.500524075 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/17/Google-Translate_185c01ff80d_large.jpg For a product born as a text translation engine in 2006, the evolution is striking. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T08:36:12.692+04:00 Google Translate gets AI pronunciation coach in major update Media https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/jujutsu-kaisen-season-4-release-date-nobaras-fate-and-culling-game-part-2-explained-1.500524048 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/hxbiy79t/Nobara-Kugisaki.Jujutsu-Kaisen.webp Gulf News en 2026-04-30T08:31:50.799+04:00 When will Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 release? Nobara’s fate and Culling Game Part 2 explained Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/rupee-and-peso-dip-turns-into-a-remittance-boost-for-uae-expats-1.500301712 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/tk6g5aq3/Indian_rupee_17f585eb4d4_original_ratio.jpg Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T08:23:16.802+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso remain soft, boosting dirham for expats. Remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aashiqui-actor-rahul-roy-addresses-viral-reels-financial-struggles-after-stroke-help-me-find-work-1.500524035 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/w7dgoz1d/1_16a080aec0e_1174640_2331192775_16a080aec0e_original_ratio.jpg Anu Agarwal and Rahul Roy in Aashiqui (1990). Gulf News en 2026-04-30T07:43:42.369+04:00 Aashiqui actor Rahul Roy addresses viral reels, financial struggles after stroke: 'Help me find work' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/arts-culture/father-and-daughter-sold-fake-warhols-and-banksys-in-2-million-art-scam-1.500524033 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/7by0ill1/ArtFakesNYC435-4cebf-Read-Only.jpg A painting, purportedly by Andrew Wyeth, left by Karolina Bankowska is seen at RoGallery in New York, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T07:41:02.719+04:00 Father and daughter sold fake Warhols and Banksys in $2 million art scam Arts Culture, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/iran-world-cup-loom-over-fifa-congress-2-1.500524029 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-14/anb7pfnv/FIFA-World-Cup Iranian football officials said last month they had suggested moving their three World Cup group games from the United States to co-hosts Mexico. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T07:25:49.055+04:00 Iran, World Cup loom over FIFA Congress Football, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-ceasefire-the-war-has-cost-estimated-25-billion-says-us-while-trump-plans-long-blockade-of-irans-ports-1.500522623 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/05/19/REG-200519-IRAN-PORT12-1589881428327_1722c515968_large.jpg Shahid Rajaee port in Iran. The cyber-attack by the Israeli regime, snarled traffic around the port for days. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/nnssgzgn/newsml_afp_com_20260429T013040Z_doc_a9aj2r3.jpeg Donald Trump applauds following a speech by King Charles III during a State Dinner in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on April 28, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/7ovjvarv/newsml_afp_com_20260429T012025Z_doc_a9aj2p3.jpeg Britain's King Charles III and US President Donald Trump attend a State Dinner in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on April 28, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/5u3kyvbc/newsml_afp_com_20260428T000000Z_PH_GTY_2273614167.jpeg King Charles III speaks as U.S. President Donald Trump listens during a state dinner in the East Room of the White House on April 28, 2026 in Washington, DC. In his first visit to the U.S. as the British monarch, King Charles III addressed a joint meeting of Congress as part of a multi-day trip to the nation's capital, New York City, and Virginia celebrating the United States of America's 250th anniversary of its independence. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/9glj928g/newsml_afp_com_20260429T013048Z_doc_a9aj2r2.jpeg Donald Trump applauds following a speech by King Charles III during a State Dinner in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on April 28, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/9d0v1y0v/newsml_afp_com_20260428T000000Z_PH_GTY_2273616263.jpeg King Charles III speaks as U.S. President Donald Trump looks on during a state dinner in the East Room of the White House on April 28, 2026 in Washington, DC. In his first visit to the U.S. as the British monarch, King Charles III addressed a joint meeting of Congress as part of a multi-day trip to the nation's capital, New York City, and Virginia celebrating the United States of America's 250th anniversary of its independence. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/tq1kizqn/preview.jpg President Donald Trump greets Britain's King Charles III at the South Portico of the White House for a State Dinner Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/0w72eooh/newsml_afp_com_20260429T011846Z_doc_a9aj2p8.jpeg Britain's King Charles III speaks beside a bell inscribed “Trump 1946” a gift to US President Donald Trump during a State Dinner in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on April 28, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/eryg9597/33acb7e0-979f-4aa2-9e8d-14c97fed3931.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T07:11:11.639+04:00 US-Iran ceasefire: The war has cost estimated $25 billion, says US, while Trump plans long blockade of Iran's ports Mena, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/after-31-years-in-jail-rajiv-gandhi-case-convict-becomes-high-court-lawyer-1.500523513 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/6w6d7e11/rajiv.gif Perarivalan, one of the life convicts in the assassination of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, has enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T07:07:00.000+04:00 After 31 years in jail, Rajiv Gandhi case convict becomes High Court lawyer India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/may-weather-forecast-uae-to-see-50c-heat-in-peak-summer-1.500523998 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ghicci8j/gulfnews2025-03-24xosvn501Manju-Hareesh-Pic-mar-10.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/cl57sp5p/gulfnews2025-07-14hkyqoi49Mayur-Raut-2.-Dubai-Skyline-at-Golden-Hour.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:47:32.316+04:00 May weather forecast: UAE to see 50°C heat in peak summer Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-crude-tops-120-after-trump-says-hormuz-blockade-will-continue-till-iran-agrees-to-deal-1.500523988 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/mxt85uoh/ANI_20260430022006.jpg Representative Image (File Photo-ANI) Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:35:16.277+04:00 Oil price jumps to $125 after Trump says Hormuz blockade will continue till Iran agrees to deal Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-sets-hajj-health-rules-restricts-pilgrims-with-serious-illnesses-1.500523820 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ecf1opny/Saudi-Ministry-of-Health.webp Health conditions barred from Hajj include advanced kidney failure, severe heart failure, liver cirrhosis, serious mental illnesses, dementia, advanced aging, and pregnancy in the final trimester. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:33:43.579+04:00 Saudi Arabia sets Hajj health rules, restricts pilgrims with serious illnesses Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/technology/samsung-electronics-q1-net-surges-over-fivefold-on-ai-driven-demand-1.500523955 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/aztxejd6/yje03cnw1ka0ebhpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:27:13.624+04:00 Samsung net profit surges fivefold in A1 2026 on AI-driven demand Technology, Markets https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/salil-arora-hits-no-look-six-off-bumrah-as-srh-chase-244-break-records-against-mi-1.500523854 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/gwcxn41n/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-010920-AM.png Salil Arora with an incredible no look six https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/gwcxn41n/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-010920-AM.png Salil Arora with an incredible no look six Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:15:00.000+04:00 Salil Arora hits "no look" six off Bumrah as SRH chase 244, break records against MI IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-hits-milestone-renewable-energy-generation-5-years-ahead-of-2030-paris-agreement-target-1.500523480 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/ssih2tny/202604163751221.jpg India’s renewable push seen as template amid global energy disruptions Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:12:56.368+04:00 India hits milestone: Renewable energy ramps — 5 years ahead of 2030 Paris Agreement target India, Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-appeal-court-upholds-death-sentences-for-three-iranians-in-drug-case-1.500523843 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-10/io8us269/court.jpg Three Iranians found guilty of attempting to traffic more 120 kilograms of hashish and 10,000 psychotropic pills Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:12:16.933+04:00 Kuwait appeal court upholds death sentences for three Iranians in drug case Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-to-see-fair-weather-rising-winds-through-early-next-week-1.500523838 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/22/Stock-weather-_177ca5cf21f_large.jpg Cloudy and windy weather in UAE Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:11:22.478+04:00 Weather: UAE braces for 43°C heat, stronger winds Weather, UAEweather https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-a-dubai-food-hall-became-a-lifeline-for-local-musicians-1.500523255 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/bbflvqqa/STAFFNAT_260418_Neighbourhood_Food_Hall_VSAKLANI_81777389943080.jpg Mohamed Al Zarooni, Dubai-based Emirati singer-songwriter performing, along with his band Zarooni Sound Society at Neighbourhood Food Hall in Green Community Motor City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/99rnitpn/STAFFNAT_260418_Neighbourhood_Food_Hall_VSAKLANI_31777389640676.jpg Nicky Ramchandani, founder of Neighbourhood Food Hall in Green Community Motor City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ei867x47/WhatsApp_Image_2026_04_29_at_5_43_58_PM.jpeg Lana Hamideh, an architect and aspiring singer and songwriter based in Dubai. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/ynwpp9or/STAFFNAT_260418_Neighbourhood_Food_Hall_VSAKLANI_71777389645618.jpg The food hall was never built for live performance - they carved out a small space at the entrance, invested in a speaker and a microphone and got the ball rolling. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/ugpfwiwu/STAFFNAT_260418_Neighbourhood_Food_Hall_VSAKLANI_41777389356422.jpg Mohamed Al Zarooni, Dubai-based Emirati singer-songwriter performing at Neighbourhood Food Hall in Green Community Motor City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/un4anidm/DSC05884.JPG “The goal is not only to provide these artists with a gig, but also to give them exposure. The customers are happy, our restaurants are happy, everyone wins in the end.” https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/deacy3vd/STAFFNAT_260418_Neighbourhood_Food_Hall_VSAKLANI_21777389356688.jpg Nicky Ramchandani, founder of Neighbourhood Food Hall in Green Community Motor City. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:00:00.000+04:00 How a Dubai food hall became a lifeline for local musicians people, United in Strength, Community, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-is-refusing-to-work-during-your-notice-period-considered-unlawful-absence-1.500523768 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/mbjildx4/Untitled-design-50.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:00:00.000+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Is refusing to work during your notice period considered unlawful absence? Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/it-started-with-dh8-dubai-teen-now-owns-1000-diecast-cars-1.500523015 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/5vjr50l3/20260428185259.jpg.jpeg Chuck Soriano, 17, has over a thousand diecast cars in collection https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/wrmac00y/20260428182949.jpg.jpeg Chuck's cars collections on his wall https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/t0e9ru85/20260428182938.jpg.jpeg Chuck has over 900 hot wheels in his collection https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/bk28xs6l/20260428183134.jpg.jpeg There are skate decks that have the marks of a well loved and used skateboard. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/515hgr38/motionphoto1143374507236865676.jpg.jpeg His money bill collection includes bills that are no longer in circulation. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/vmodzal4/20260428183048.jpg.jpeg Chuck's Tamiya model kits. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/k201qdoy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-29-at-11.47.49-AM.jpeg Gweys Soriano and Jeff Soriano, Chuck's parents from two decades ago. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/lu4b3jlt/20260428182702.jpg.jpeg A red Volkswagen beetle that Chuck painted blue for his parents. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/lja611gi/20260428183007.jpg.jpeg Alongside collecting he bikes, plays the drums and guitar and has other hobbies. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/c7udavnd/motionphoto4367829039783210068.jpg.jpeg Chuck's favourite car to collect is the Nissan. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/lar6wn0o/20260428_184643_jpg.jpeg Chuck with Gweys Soriano and Jeff Soriano, his parents. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/sh69j6tr/motion_photo_5666478528612529313_jpg.jpeg Chuck's room is a treasure trove full of a decade's worth of collectibles. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T06:00:00.000+04:00 'It started with Dh8': Dubai teen now owns 1,000 diecast cars Lifestyle, Auto, UAE, Dubai, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-congratulates-iraqs-prime-minister-designate-in-phone-call-1.500523847 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/aam4j3e2/Iraq-PM.jpeg UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated Ali Al Zaidi, Iraq’s Prime Minister-designate, during a phone. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T05:47:06.905+04:00 UAE President congratulates Iraq’s Prime Minister-designate in phone call UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/kenya-gives-a-heros-welcome-to-marathon-record-breaker-sabastian-sawe-1.500523956 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/6oslr5ws/preview.jpg Sabastian Sawe poses for a selfie with an airport worker after arriving on a plane from London, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, after setting a new world record in the marathon. (AP Photo/Brian Inganga) CORRECTION: Corrects spelling of first name to Sabastian, not Sebastian Gulf News en 2026-04-30T05:39:08.745+04:00 Kenya gives a hero's welcome to marathon record breaker Sabastian Sawe kenya marathon sebastian sawe return london record https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/abu-dhabi-forum-for-peace-launches-trilateral-uae-us-uk-initiative-for-sustainable-peace-in-nigeria-1.500523828 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/j483pxyi/h7203bnr1ka1ujkpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T05:33:10.645+04:00 Abu Dhabi Forum for Peace launches trilateral UAE-US-UK initiative for sustainable peace in Nigeria Europe, Africa, Gulf, Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/ai-chip-in-his-bat-vaibhav-suryavanshi-says-god-fitted-it-1.500523825 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/80f27u5j/Suryavanshi Vaibhav Sooryvanshi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/80f27u5j/Suryavanshi Vaibhav Sooryvanshi Gulf News en 2026-04-30T05:32:00.000+04:00 AI chip in his bat? Vaibhav Suryavanshi says “God fitted it” IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-celebrates-international-workers-day-amid-exceptional-achievements-1.500523897 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/dvsvk3xz/IMG4920.jpeg On the occasion of the International Workers’ Day on May 1, the UAE has reaffirmed its commitment to workers’ welfare, rights, and the provision of a dignified life for them and their families. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/p5pe7p47/IMG4921.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/lhncvqux/IMG4918.jpeg In 2025, a drop of 13% in violations was recorded compared to 2024, despite a 4% increase in inspection visits, exceeding 695,000 inspections, according to MoHRE. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T04:26:56.177+04:00 UAE celebrates International Workers’ Day amid exceptional achievements UAE, Government https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/why-airfares-change-quickly-now-what-uae-travellers-can-do-before-booking-1.500523551 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/ywzl5em6/Airline_ticket_travel_booking_price_card_1882f4ae5aa_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-30T04:04:00.000+04:00 Why airfares change quickly now — what UAE travellers can do before booking Tourism, Aviation, UAE Travel https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/gold-buyers-are-moving-away-from-jewellery-and-buying-this-instead-1.500523408 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-19/1348zl28/newsml_afp_com_20260419T124717Z_doc_a8bn2k9.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/ilq32f4n/DubaiGold Dubai Gold https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-26/90qqm5is/newsml_afp_com_20260126T011055Z_doc_93yd2zw.jpeg A saleswoman adjusts gold jewellery for sale at a shop in Lianyungang, in China’s eastern Jiangsu province on December 24, 2025. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/12/Stock---Powell---Fed_1846c2133b7_large.jpg Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T04:01:00.000+04:00 Gold buyers are moving away from jewellery and buying this instead Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irans-ghalibaf-mocks-trumps-blockade-no-wells-exploded-in-3-days-try-30-and-well-livestream-it-1.500523900 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ptzbugrd/Trump.jpg Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (left) and US President Donald Trump. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/bl5blhcs/ANI_20260421032855.jpeg Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Commander Major General Ahmad Vahidi. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T03:52:06.117+04:00 Iran's Ghalibaf mocks Trump's blockade: 'No wells exploded in 3 days — try 30 and we'll Livestream it' Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/41-iran-oil-tankers-redirected-blockade-highly-effective-us-military-1.500523888 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/x1tjnyj8/Screenshot-2026-04-30-at-5.44.06-AM.png US troops enforcing a naval blockade on Iran, preventing maritime commerce from entering or exiting its ports. Trump officials have signaled that "leverage" — including the blockade and sustained military operations — will remain in place until a deal with Iran is arrived at, contingent on it acceding to Washington’s core demands, i.e. giving up its nuclear enrichment program. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T02:30:59.352+04:00 41 Iran oil tankers laden with crude worth $6 billion redirected: Blockade 'highly effective' — US military Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-us-having-talks-with-iran-theyve-come-a-long-way-1.500523874 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/uovz2k3t/Trump_1874abdefbe_original_ratio.jpg US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T01:57:12.303+04:00 Trump: US having talks with Iran — 'they’ve come a long way' Americas, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-fuel-prices-for-may-out-today-petrol-diesel-costs-to-rise-as-oil-surges-1.500523775 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/07/31/The-UAE-s-Fuel-Price-Committee-revises-_19107884ef4_large.jpg The UAE’s Fuel Price Committee revises retail petrol prices at the end of every month to align with global rates. Gulf News en 2026-04-30T00:01:00.000+04:00 UAE fuel prices for May out today: Petrol, diesel costs to rise as oil surges? Markets, Energy, Fuel prices, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/i-literally-was-a-fool-musk-grilled-in-openai-trial-1.500523800 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-20/w3ea28j0/Elon-Musk Elon Musk Gulf News en 2026-04-29T23:35:06.193+04:00 'I literally was a fool': Musk grilled in OpenAI trial Americas, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/putin-trump-discuss-iran-ukraine-in-phone-call-kremlin-1.500523708 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-17/aawgkjkl/dcb77860bd4d7aa2c9b7ac9312b389e9.jpg Trump-Putin Gulf News en 2026-04-29T22:33:11.347+04:00 Putin, Trump discuss Iran, Ukraine in phone call: Kremlin Americas, World https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/ex-fbi-director-james-comey-appears-in-court-over-trump-threat-charge-1.500523723 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-19/bia3msvw/preview.jpg Ex-FBI Director James Comey Gulf News en 2026-04-29T22:28:13.550+04:00 Ex-FBI director James Comey appears in court over Trump threat charge Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-keeps-key-interest-rate-unchanged-mirroring-us-fed-move-1.500523706 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/17/STOCK-Central-Bank-of-the-UAE--CBUAE_17f96f570b1_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-04-29T22:07:53.679+04:00 UAE keeps key interest rate unchanged, mirroring US Fed move Banking, Markets, Americas, UAE Central Bank https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/us-interest-rates-unchanged-at-fed-meeting-likely-powells-last-as-chair-1.500523707 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-18/9jw3aoz1/newsml_afp_com_20260318T000000Z_PH_GTY_2267263117.jpeg Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell departs after speaking during a press conference following the Federal Open Markets Committee meeting at the Federal Reserve on March 18, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-04-29T22:00:46.226+04:00 US interest rates unchanged at Fed meeting, likely Powell's last as chair Banking, Americas, Markets, UAE Central Bank, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-led-global-sting-nets-276-in-fraud-crackdown-1.500523675 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/7xbatvqy/Man-on-machine Gulf News en 2026-04-29T20:47:51.044+04:00 Dubai Police-led global sting nets 276 in fraud crackdown Crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-honours-vasu-shroff-textile-king-remembered-as-a-regal-man-1.500523638 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/oiil6v9z/Raju-Shroff.jpeg Hundreds gathered in Dubai on April 29 to pay tribute to textile pioneer Vasu Shroff, remembered for his legacy of business, generosity and community service. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/fry3difu/Vasu-4.jpeg Well-wishers gathered to honour Dubai's Textile King Vasu Shroff. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/b05txy70/Vasu-3.jpeg Hundreds gathered in Dubai on April 29 to pay tribute to textile pioneer Vasu Shroff, remembered for his legacy of business, generosity and community service. Gulf News en 2026-04-29T20:31:06.848+04:00 Dubai honours Vasu Shroff: ‘Textile King’ remembered as a 'Regal' man UAE, india https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-supreme-court-curbs-race-based-voting-maps-in-landmark-ruling-1.500523583 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/di2dtnlb/newsml_afp_com_20260429T144106Z_doc_a9ck78b.jpeg Members of the National TPS Alliance rally at the US Supreme Court in Washington, DC, on April 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-04-29T19:32:39.704+04:00 US Supreme Court curbs race-based voting maps in landmark ruling Americas, americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-drug-authority-approves-first-nasal-spray-for-severe-allergic-reactions-1.500523560 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ovngmwh7/Nasal-spray Gulf News en 2026-04-29T19:15:06.389+04:00 UAE Drug Authority approves first nasal spray for severe allergic reactions Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/desert-vipers-talent-pathway-bridging-the-gap-to-the-elite-game-1.500523492 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/tc8xju67/STAFFSPO_260423_Desert_Vipers_VSAKLANI_151776961848581.jpg The Desert Vipers are going the extra mile to develop local talent through elite pathways and coaching https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/wavusbp1/Jabel_Ali_Resort.jpg The facilities at the JA Lake View Hotel offers athletes a professional environment https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/o58bmh35/STAFFSPO_260423_Desert_Vipers_VSAKLANI_111776961860951.jpg The Desert Vipers Talent Pathway welcomes players of all abilities https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/a316wqof/STAFFSPO_260423_Desert_Vipers_VSAKLANI_51776962137595.jpg The Desert Vipers Talent Pathway offers young players top-level coaching https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-26/23qsb4u5/Khuzaima_Tanveer_DV_1737887856647.jpg Khuzaima Bin Tanveer is a product of the Desert Vipers Development Programme Gulf News en 2026-04-29T19:07:18.344+04:00 Desert Vipers Talent Pathway: Bridging the Gap to the Elite Game Sport, UAE-Sport, Cricket, UAE, cricket, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/sharjah-police-launch-proactive-team-to-enforce-workplace-safety-1.500523499 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/unuakr7w/شرطة-الشارقة-تطلق-فريقاً-استباقياً-لتعزيز-الامتثال-لنظام-السلامة-والصحة-المهنية-ورفع-جاهزية-بيئات-العمل.jpeg Sharjah Police expand workplace safety push, boosting compliance and preparedness Gulf News en 2026-04-29T19:02:28.482+04:00 Sharjah Police launch proactive team to enforce workplace safety emergencies, Sharjah, Company News, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/edge-highlights-growth-in-defence-manufacturing-at-make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-1.500523531 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/gy60ta24/newsml_afp_com_20250212T120845Z_doc_36xl98e.jpeg Faisal Al Bannai, the secretary general of the Advanced Technology Research council (ARTC) and chairman of the board of directors of EDGE Group Gulf News en 2026-04-29T18:51:26.870+04:00 EDGE highlights growth in defence manufacturing at Make it in the Emirates 2026 UAE https://gulfnews.com/food/matchas-successor-ube-gains-ground-across-global-menus-1.500523518 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/lrwx4k3x/ube.JPG The crop has transitioned from a local staple to a premium export ingredient https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/z1wazizj/ube-halaya.JPG Ube halaya, a thick jam made by simmering mashed ube with condensed milk or coconut milk https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/pfiogpiv/ube-export.JPG The Philippines has generated $3.06 million in ube and ube-based product exports in 2025 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/4vsrtyuy/ube-cake.JPG Ube cake https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/2pw2sv30/ube-drink.JPG Ube shake https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/1r80t06k/ube-ice-cream.JPG Ube ice cream https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/vlmpbz3r/ube-pandesal.JPG Ube pandesal bread https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/okcmfs0l/hot-ube.JPG Hot ube drink https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/gw9ol2pq/ube-yogurt.JPG Ube yogurt Gulf News en 2026-04-29T18:44:16.771+04:00 Matcha’s successor? Ube gains ground across global menus Food, Philippines, Philippines, Asia, Food