https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/middle-east-conflict-saudi-arabia-intercepts-houthi-drones-missiles-trump-says-iran-war-will-end-soon-1.500714637 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/v4wfxcp6/newsml_afp_com_20261017T000000Z_PH_GTY_2300213132.jpeg President Donald Trump exits Air Force One at President Donald J. Trump International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/62ejp255/HU57NdqXwAA9Geq.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-18T17:39:34.236+04:00 Middle East conflict: Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drones targeting Riyadh; Trump says Iran war will end soon Mena, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war, houthis https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/trump-says-france-is-burning-country-shattered-by-immigration-truth-social-post-1.500715061 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/7w6wlf77/34.jpg US President Donald Trump on Sunday blamed immigration for unrest during protests in France and urged the country to tighten its migration rules. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T17:10:59.008+04:00 Trump says 'France is burning', country 'shattered' by immigration Europe, Americas, Donald Trump https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-municipality-completes-dh16-billion-worth-of-urban-development-projects-in-2026-1.500715066 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/ojgjnl6e/Projects-in-Dubai.png Dubai Municipality completed Dh1.6 billion in urban projects by 2026, enhancing public spaces, community facilities, and sustainable infrastructure. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T17:10:10.115+04:00 Dubai Municipality completes Dh1.6 billion worth of urban development projects in 2026 UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kolkata-stampede-did-collapse-warning-trigger-panic-that-killed-19-how-the-tragedy-unfolded-1.500715044 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/jlicaq3b/mainpic_1792325574019.jpg Purses and other belongings left behind by devotees lie on the floor of a worship venue for the Hindu festival of Durga Puja following a stampede, in Kolkata, on October 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/b8jkxj94/kol_1792325584730.jpg An injured person receives assistance at Kolkata Medical College following a stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal, in Kolkata on Saturday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/icocg7gm/kolkata_1792325570352.jpg One of the bereaved families sheds tears near the morgue following the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal stampede. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T17:05:27.335+04:00 Kolkata stampede: Did collapse warning trigger panic that killed 19? How the tragedy unfolded India, india https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/designer-looks-budget-prices-4-stylish-sunglasses-that-wont-cost-a-fortune-1.500712896 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/73pyeh4o/sunglassesbudget-1.png From classic frames to sporty designs, there's an affordable pair for every occasion. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T17:00:00.000+04:00 Designer looks, budget prices: 4 stylish sunglasses that won't cost a fortune BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/pope-leo-xiv-addresses-crowd-in-vatican-after-cancer-surgery-1.500714969 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/x6f7b9py/33.jpg Pope Leo XIV appears at the window of his study in the Apostolic Palace overlooking St. Peter's Square at the Vatican for the traditional noon blessing after praying the Angelus, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, a day after he returned from the hospital, where he had lung cancer removed on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T16:23:00.451+04:00 Pope Leo XIV addresses crowd in Vatican after cancer surgery Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-update-ncm-issues-yellow-and-orange-alerts-for-convective-clouds-until-7pm-1.500715030 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/ds0r4bhs/Weather-alert.jpg Stay alert! UAE's NCM issues yellow and orange weather warnings for convective clouds until 7pm. Exercise caution in affected areas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/94mfzsa8/gulfnews_2024_11_16_zornt1ye_Reader_picture_16faeae96e9_original_ratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-10-18T16:13:54.672+04:00 UAE weather update: NCM issues yellow and orange alerts for convective clouds until 7pm Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dont-just-pick-a-university-that-helps-you-pass-choose-one-that-builds-skills-say-experts-at-edufair-abu-dhabi-1.500714997 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/bk9biegy/PHOTO-2026-10-17-14-57-42.jpg Prof. Amir Zeid, Dean of Thumbay College of Management & AI in Healthcare, and https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/fe5cuskl/Amity_PHOTO_2026_10_17_14_58_06.jpg Dr Rajneesh Mishra, Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts and Applied Sciences at Amity University Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/5k79ydzo/Thumbay_PHOTO_2026_10_17_14_58_26.jpg Prof. Amir Zeid, Dean of Thumbay College of Management & AI in Healthcare Gulf News en 2026-10-18T16:03:11.412+04:00 Don’t just pick a university that helps you pass, choose one that builds skills, say experts at Edufair Abu Dhabi Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/from-beard-to-body-these-4-mens-trimmers-could-make-grooming-easier-1.500712798 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/lw5bqunt/trimmergrooming-1.png Versatile grooming tools can simplify everyday routines, making beard trimming, hair styling and body grooming more convenient. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T16:00:00.000+04:00 From beard to body: These 4 men's trimmers could make grooming easier BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/babar-azam-joins-elite-16000-run-club-but-short-ball-troubles-continue-1.500715015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/0ihtfc74/England_vs_Pakistan_0048.JPG Babar Azam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/0ihtfc74/England_vs_Pakistan_0048.JPG Babar becomes fifth Pakistan batter to complete 16000 international runs Gulf News en 2026-10-18T15:58:50.226+04:00 Babar Azam joins elite 16000 run club, but short-ball troubles continue Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-introduces-live-crowd-updates-to-help-umrah-pilgrims-avoid-congestion-at-two-holy-mosques-1.500715011 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/vncs17m1/Digital-Services.webp Saudi Arabia unveiled live crowd updates to help Umrah pilgrims avoid congestion at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, and Prophet's Mosque in Medina, enhancing their spiritual journey. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T15:57:50.992+04:00 Saudi Arabia introduces live crowd updates to help Umrah pilgrims avoid congestion at Two Holy mosques Saudi, umrah https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-96-probability-of-el-niño-persisting-until-march-2027-bringing-hotter-wetter-conditions-1.500714977 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/f1yxnj5j/El-nino El Niño effects are expected to become more noticeable from autumn and continue through the 2027 winter, potentially lingering until March 2027. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T15:16:20.809+04:00 UAE weather: 96% probability of El Niño persisting until March 2027, bringing hotter, wetter conditions Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-students-weighing-medical-and-engineering-jobs-what-to-know-about-indias-entrance-exams-1.500714966 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/1p8nok1h/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-18-at-12.43.29.jpeg Asanul Ameen, Head of Operations - Unique World Education during a spotlight session on the second day of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/mqbv8c8x/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_18_at_12_43_49.jpeg Students listening to Asanul Ameen, Head of Operations - Unique World Education during a spotlight session on the second day of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T15:11:12.924+04:00 UAE students weighing medical and engineering jobs: What to know about India’s entrance exams Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-issues-red-alerts-for-heavy-rain-flash-floods-in-four-regions-1.500714957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/ambzrazb/Saudi-weather.webp Red alerts issued for heavy rain and flash floods in Saudi Arabia's Jazan, Asir, Al Baha, and Mecca. Thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds expected. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T15:01:38.693+04:00 Saudi Arabia issues red alerts for heavy rain, flash floods in four regions Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/are-oci-cardholders-indian-citizens-privileges-and-restrictions-explained-after-imran-khans-case-1.500714952 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/k6trr876/HMOAevwbUAAuwJk.jpg Understanding the benefits and limits of OCI status for foreign citizens Gulf News en 2026-10-18T14:52:35.997+04:00 Are OCI cardholders Indian citizens? Privileges and restrictions explained after Imran Khan’s case India, india, travel https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/rolex-store-looted-in-marseille-as-violent-protests-sweep-france-1.500714951 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/d1f7k5e5/Rolex-Store-France.png Rolex store looted in Marseille amid violent protests sweeping France, leaving shops ransacked and public buildings damaged. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T14:48:17.719+04:00 Rolex store looted in Marseille as violent protests sweep France Europe, France https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-restores-citizenship-to-11-people-under-new-royal-decree-1.500714916 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/rkey56rw/Oman Gulf News en 2026-10-18T14:43:27.733+04:00 Oman restores citizenship to 11 people under new royal decree Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/priest-killed-after-giant-cross-falls-on-him-during-live-streamed-mass-in-ecuador-1.500714944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/17cw6rjq/Priest-dies.png Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was conducting the service at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help church when the heavy crucifix suddenly became detached from the wall behind him and fell directly onto him. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T14:34:45.883+04:00 Priest killed after giant cross falls on him during live-streamed Mass in Ecuador Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-cuts-university-registration-time-by-70-through-new-digital-platform-1.500714950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/mjaiaowp/UAE-university Gulf News en 2026-10-18T14:30:20.175+04:00 UAE cuts university registration time by 70% through new digital platform Education, Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/abu-dhabi-police-intensify-crackdown-on-e-scooter-violations-seize-9237-scooters-in-10-months-1.500714940 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/qaupszaf/Abu-Dhabi-Police Gulf News en 2026-10-18T14:18:20.304+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police intensify crackdown on e-scooter violations, seize 9,237 scooters in 10 months Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/abu-dhabi-launches-wildlife-rescue-network-to-give-injured-animals-a-second-chance-at-life-1.500714747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/h2r9ci2k/Flamingo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/fb0kpm1m/Wildlife-rescue https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/fg4o19vn/Wildlife-Rescue https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/3i2x8pdw/IMG_7757.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-10-18T14:04:20.319+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches wildlife rescue network to give injured animals a second chance at life Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/why-has-pakistan-temporarily-closed-trade-routes-with-iran-1.500714927 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-02/i9aw1172/newsml_afp_com_20260302T093943Z_doc_99ju2cq.jpeg A Pakistani national walks across the Pakistan-Iran border after returning from Iran at Taftan, Balochistan. File photo Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:54:38.128+04:00 Why has Pakistan temporarily closed trade routes with Iran? Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-approves-sending-troops-to-saudi-arabia-at-defence-council-level-1.500714917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/79t2ym2g/Egypt The parliamentary session follows Sisi’s call on Saturday for authorisation to take defensive measures in support of Saudi Arabia if requested by the kingdom. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:41:05.635+04:00 Egypt approves sending troops to Saudi Arabia at defence council level Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/abu-dhabis-mina-tunnel-cuts-travel-times-by-40-traffic-accidents-by-23-1.500714899 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/fv8uizjf/AD The department said the tunnel has continued to improve mobility across the emirate by making journeys shorter, roads safer and air cleaner. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:39:39.380+04:00 Abu Dhabi's Mina tunnel cuts travel times by 40%, traffic accidents by 23% Living-Transport, Abu Dhabi, transpsort https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-rental-contracts-exceed-1-million-for-first-time-as-value-hits-dh1274b-1.500714905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/e0ojkblo/DMO New rental agreements increased 10.5 per cent to 515,300 contracts, with a combined value of Dh69.1 billion. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:39:03.562+04:00 Dubai rental contracts exceed 1 million for first time as value hits Dh127.4b Property, Dubai, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/oman-air-signs-finnair-codeshare-deal-expanding-connections-to-finland-and-australia-1.500714896 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/iqmbc17a/Oman The agreement will allow passengers to travel to Helsinki via London Heathrow, where Oman Air operates 11 weekly flights from its Muscat hub. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:27:56.848+04:00 Oman Air signs Finnair codeshare deal, expanding connections to Finland and Australia Aviation, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/from-gym-cleaner-to-law-graduate-dubai-students-journey-1.500714854 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/8f60n650/01-Ana-Kristine-Elayda-headshot.jpg Dubai student Ana Kristine Elayda https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/eziou8bz/02-Senior-high-school-graduation-High-Honors-June-2022.jpg Ana Kristine Elayda's senior high school graduation with high honours https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/agac0x4l/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_18_at_12_49_09.jpeg Ana Kristine Elayda (right) with her aunt Mila Tañedo, her niece Amira, and attorney Antonio Maria Varvaro https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/96ukv77r/13-Study-desk.jpg Ana Kristine Elayda' study desk https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/umo3td80/06-Speaking-at-ICC-UAE-Campus-Connect-launch-Dubai-Chambers.jpg Ana Kristine Elayda speaking at a launch event at Dubai Chambers https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/abg1pelr/G10-Oxford-Centre-for-Leadership-volunteers.jpg Ana Kristine Elayda (third from left) together with Oxford Centre for Leadership volunteers Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:19:30.609+04:00 From tutoring and cleaning a gym to law school: How Dubai helped this student graduate with first class honours people, Dubai, UAE, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE, Dubai, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/watch-moment-historic-french-town-hall-spire-collapses-in-flames-amid-protests-1.500714883 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/0dfatc1y/Historic-Rooftop Rioters broke into the town hall at around 6pm and started the fire. Firefighters battled the blaze late into the night, while several nearby businesses were looted. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:12:05.732+04:00 Watch: Moment historic French town hall spire collapses in flames amid protests Europe, France https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/pakistan-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-november-24-1.500714891 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/28/Man-found-barely-alive-in-landing-gear-of-Algeria-flight-to-Paris_18cb1cf9601_large.jpg Airspace restrictions between India and Pakistan continue until 2026 Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:08:36.037+04:00 Pakistan extends airspace ban on Indian aircraft until November 24 Aviation, Pakistan, Pakistan, india https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-leads-gulf-investment-in-pakistan-bonds-with-130m-1.500714841 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/cydxzng2/SBP.jpeg The investment highlights growing interest from Gulf countries in Pakistan’s government securities, Gulf News en 2026-10-18T13:08:09.331+04:00 UAE leads Gulf investment in Pakistan bonds with $130m Business, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uaekerala-alert-thiruvananthapuram-airport-suspends-flights-briefly-on-october-20-1.500714873 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/odn4tc5z/20201019_THIRUVANANTHAPURAM_AIRPORT_17540dab496_original_ratio.jpg Thiruvananthapuram airport to halt flights for temple procession on October 20 Gulf News en 2026-10-18T12:56:25.921+04:00 UAE–Kerala alert: Thiruvananthapuram airport suspends flights briefly on October 20 Aviation, India, kerala, India UAE travel https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-plans-up-to-10-days-of-remote-learning-in-four-regions-1.500714834 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/oacyfd46/OKAZ Gulf News en 2026-10-18T12:15:57.686+04:00 Saudi Arabia plans up to 10 days of remote learning in four regions Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/dh500-fine-for-cycling-on-pedestrian-walkways-in-abu-dhabi-1.500714802 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/47cutzrv/AD The Dh500 fine applies to anyone riding a bicycle or e-scooter on paths exclusively designated for walking or jogging. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T12:12:33.348+04:00 Dh500 fine for cycling on pedestrian walkways in Abu Dhabi Living-Transport, Abu Dhabi, transport https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-status-today-full-list-of-cancellations-delays-and-travel-advisories-for-saudi-arabia-1.500714839 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-16/twnqy9b7/20260307324.JPG UAE travellers are advised to check flight status before heading to the airport as airlines continue to adjust selected regional services. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T12:06:29.160+04:00 UAE flight status today: Full list of cancellations, delays, and travel advisories for Saudi Arabia Aviation, Dubai, UAE Travel, Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/fight-breaks-out-on-ryanair-flight-after-passenger-ignores-seatbelt-sign-1.500714823 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/4rrx9gqc/UK Spanish police were waiting when the plane eventually landed at Ibiza Airport and removed the passenger accused of causing the disturbance. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T12:02:40.065+04:00 Fight breaks out on Ryanair flight after passenger ignores seatbelt sign Aviation, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-to-host-global-project-management-forum-in-2027-1.500714835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/mu6noc9t/RTA-forum.jpg RTA on Sunday announces to hold 12th Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF), from January 10 to 13, 2027. File photo Gulf News en 2026-10-18T11:56:12.390+04:00 Dubai to host global project management forum in 2027 Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/mohammed-bin-rashid-launches-7th-arab-hope-makers-with-dh1-million-prize-1.500714812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/9akljil7/MBR Sheikh Mohammed: Societies thrive on hope. People look forward to a better tomorrow, and young people live with hope for a better future. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T11:53:50.331+04:00 Mohammed bin Rashid launches 7th Arab Hope Makers with Dh1 million prize Government, Dubai, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/human-skills-will-matter-more-in-the-age-of-ai-educators-say-1.500714800 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/l2q3cl64/Edufair-panel-20265.jpeg Moderator Lachlan Kitchen, Dr. Anita Patankar, Executive Director, Symbiosis International University Dubai, Dr. Umesh Kothari, Assistant Dean GMBA/MGB/GCGM and Assistant Professor, S P Jain School of Global Management, Dr. Vishnu Nair, Program Director (LLM) and Assistant Professor at the College of Law, University of Dubai, Dr. Riham Ahmed Ibrahim, Associate professor and Chairperson in-charge of Pathology Department, RAKMSHU and Dr. Mohamed Baraka, Vice President Dubai Campus, Batterjee Medical College – Dubai during a panel discussion on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/w8sy7y4k/Edufair-day-1.jpeg Visitors getting their queries answered during a panel discussion on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T11:11:43.156+04:00 Human skills will matter more in the age of AI, educators say Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/jet-fuel-prices-surge-111-in-a-year-raising-fears-of-higher-airfares-1.500714789 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/69fvlspr/Fuel The sharp rise has raised concerns about airline profitability, the cost of operating flights and whether passengers could face higher fares. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T11:06:31.475+04:00 Jet fuel prices surge 111% in a year, raising fears of higher airfares Aviation, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-flight-to-abu-dhabi-diverted-to-jordan-after-passenger-medical-emergency-1.500714799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-07/3gv0moki/Etihad-to-fly-to-Damascus.webp Etihad Airways boosts Abu Dhabi-Damascus route to daily flights from November 14, offering greater flexibility and global connections for travellers. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T11:00:36.754+04:00 Etihad flight to Abu Dhabi diverted to Jordan after passenger medical emergency Aviation, Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-garden-leave-rules-salary-gratuity-notice-period-1.1723554349851 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/10/Resignation-stock_18461df1d46_large.jpg UAE Labour Law expert Thenji Moyo explained that while employers can place employees on 'garden leave,' they must still adhere to the contractual notice period and resolve dues within 14 days.Picture used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:46:38.770+04:00 UAE Labour Law: Can your employer put you on 'garden leave' during your notice period? Living-Ask-Us, UAE, UAE Labour Law https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-indonesia-after-deadly-fires-in-east-java-1.500714767 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/f7zgsex4/UAE Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:35:16.727+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Indonesia after deadly fires in East Java Government, Abu Dhabi, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-türkiye-after-deadly-floods-leave-people-missing-1.500714760 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/xy77b0oi/UAE The ministry expressed its sincere sympathy to Türkiye and its people over the tragedy, while wishing all those injured a speedy recovery. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:34:59.838+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Türkiye after deadly floods leave people missing Abu Dhabi, Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-schools-reopen-on-monday-after-mid-term-break-what-parents-need-to-know-1.500714774 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/7o1uv4ra/UAE The return marks the end of a week-long break that began on October 12 under the academic calendar for 2026–2027. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:34:34.549+04:00 UAE schools reopen on Monday after mid-term break: What parents need to know Education, Abu Dhabi, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/major-fire-breaks-out-in-canadas-alberta-after-deadly-incident-at-military-base-1.500714772 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/12/Stock-crime-police-jailed_17c752e1503_large.jpg Massive fire at Alberta military base claims lives, injures many Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:28:09.427+04:00 Major fire breaks out in Canada’s Alberta after deadly incident at military base Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-can-you-be-fined-for-insulting-someone-in-a-uae-court-document-1.500714768 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/gg9lxzte/Untitled-Design-1.png Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:21:35.182+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Can you be fined for insulting someone in a UAE court document? Ask Gulf News, UAE https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-can-uae-employers-set-their-own-rules-for-penalties-and-rewards-1.500714763 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/7t84vm8n/Untitled-Design-1.png Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:20:52.577+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Can UAE employers set their own rules for penalties and rewards? Ask Gulf News, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/what-growing-up-in-the-uae-taught-this-filipino-expat-about-identity-1.500714746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/gutg01ym/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-20.29.17.jpeg Dubai-based Filipino expat Aljon Fernandez https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/0kb5r8ir/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_16_at_20_15_10.jpeg Aljon Fernandez (third from left) with his parents and siblings in the UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/13om1qp5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-20.15.06.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/wmthwirk/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-20.17.49.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/4itpygr7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-20.17.50-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/2qmekbuv/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-20.17.50.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/act2xmql/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-20.27.15-2.jpeg Aljon Fernandez (left) with his fellow chefs Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:13:24.663+04:00 What growing up in the UAE taught this Filipino expat about identity people, Dubai, UAE, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/abu-dhabis-non-oil-trade-with-arab-countries-tops-dh87-billion-in-seven-months-1.500714755 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/cdzunmqo/Abu-Dhabi-trade Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:12:36.067+04:00 Abu Dhabi’s non-oil trade with Arab countries tops Dh87 billion in seven months Abu Dhabi, Business https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/lionel-messi-now-has-a-flower-named-after-him-and-the-reason-is-beautiful-1.500714749 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/i5hb1mwp/Slavia-Messi Flower named after Messi in Peru https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/i5hb1mwp/Slavia-Messi Flower named after Messi in Peru Gulf News en 2026-10-18T10:06:28.181+04:00 Lionel Messi now has a flower named after him, and the reason is beautiful Football, football, Lionel Messi https://gulfnews.com/business/how-did-dubais-economy-perform-in-the-first-half-of-2026-1.500714731 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/06/23/Stock-Dubai-Skyline-1_18190bcd73a_large.jpg Dubai's real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) stood at Dh473 billion between January and June 2026. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T09:29:47.758+04:00 How did Dubai’s economy perform in the first half of 2026? Business, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/iran-conflict-and-saudi-tensions-what-uae-residents-should-know-today-sept-18-1.500714723 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/10/Stock-UAE-travel---Dubai---Airport_18b1a1e957c_large.jpg Regional unrest and travel warnings: Updates for UAE residents this Sunday Gulf News en 2026-10-18T09:25:00.776+04:00 Iran conflict and Saudi tensions: What UAE residents should know today (Oct 18) UAE, Mena, Donald Trump, Saudi Arabia, Israel, US-Israel-Iran war, houthis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/a-love-other-than-yours-mid-season-k-drama-review-exhausting-frustrating-still-watching-1.500714712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/t298dn7d/alove.jpeg Seo Kang-joon and Ahn Eun-jin. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/w1knlrnp/eu.webp Gulf News en 2026-10-18T09:18:17.896+04:00 A Love Other Than Yours mid-season K-Drama review: Exhausting, frustrating, still watching Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/unreasonable-unconstitutional-imran-khan-challenges-leave-india-notice-cites-oci-status-1.500714692 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/l6apsy98/202610173982497.jpg Imran Khan files a writ petition seeking urgent stay on the Gulf News en 2026-10-18T08:31:12.479+04:00 ‘Unreasonable, unconstitutional’: Imran Khan challenges ‘Leave India’ notice, cites OCI status BollyWood, India, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/france-erupts-in-violence-nationwide-clashes-fires-and-looting-1200-arrested-1.500714675 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/pn0czezd/newsml_afp_com_20261017T203528Z_doc_d3lr764.jpeg This photograph shows a fire burning and destroying the city hall after a group of individuals forced entry into the building during ongoing protest action against the "high cost of living", in Limoges, central France on October 17, 2026 as part of a nationwide call for mobilisation bringing together various groups expressing their anger: former "Yellow Vest", secondary school and university students, climate activists and even farmers. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/q3kijk82/newsml_afp_com_20261017T200728Z_doc_d3lp3wg.jpeg This handout UGC image shows a fire burning and destroying the city hall after a group of individuals forced entry into the building during ongoing protest action against the "high cost of living", in Limoges, central France on October 17, 2026 as part of a nationwide call for mobilisation bringing together various groups expressing their anger: former "Yellow Vest", secondary school and university students, climate activists and even farmers. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/2jdy3mfi/newsml_afp_com_20261017T201259Z_doc_d3ln9nt.jpeg This photograph shows a fire burning and destroying the city hall after a group of individuals forced entry into the building during ongoing protest action against the "high cost of living", in Limoges, central France on October 17, 2026 as part of a nationwide call for mobilisation bringing together various groups expressing their anger: former "Yellow Vest", secondary school and university students, climate activists and even farmers. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T07:44:55.822+04:00 France erupts in violence: Nationwide clashes, fires and looting; 1,200 arrested Europe, Europe, France https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-reveal-10-ai-technologies-set-to-reshape-policing-1.500714588 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/u719qupi/Brigadier-Dr-Hamdan-Ahmad-Al-Ghassiya-an-expert-and-Director-of-the-Future-Foresight-Centre-at-Dubai-Police AI patrols and smarter crime probes: Dubai Police’s vision for 2040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/vdlpml2z/Dubai_Police_Outline_10_Emerging_AI_Opportunities_to_Shape_Policing_Through_2040_jpg__1_.jpg AI patrols and smarter crime probes: Dubai Police’s vision for 2040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/3d5rhxh2/Dubai-Police-Outline-10-Emerging-AI-Opportunities-to-Shape-Policing-Through-2040.jpg-1.jpg AI patrols and smarter crime probes: Dubai Police’s vision for 2040 Gulf News en 2026-10-18T07:36:05.898+04:00 Dubai Police reveal 10 AI technologies set to reshape policing UAE, Dubai, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-helicopter-crashes-in-najran-killing-two-crew-members-1.500714660 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/x4t1i1j6/HU4i0YEW4AAGaZn.jpg Reconnaissance helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia kills two officers Gulf News en 2026-10-18T07:19:19.808+04:00 Saudi helicopter crashes in Najran, killing two crew members Saudi, Saudi Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war, houthis https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/uae-fog-warning-abu-dhabi-lowers-speed-limits-tips-for-drivers-1.500714653 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-21/wrdylam8/fog.JPG UAE weather: Fog disrupts Abu Dhabi traffic; speed limits cut on key roads Gulf News en 2026-10-18T07:13:14.218+04:00 UAE fog warning: Abu Dhabi lowers speed limits; safety tips for drivers Abu Dhabi, Weather, UAEweather, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/gulf-news-edufair-abu-dhabi-ends-today-why-you-should-visit-before-it-wraps-up-1.500714182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/irueds3q/PHOTO-2026-10-17-12-42-48.jpg Young learners interacting with university representatives on the first day of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/ifaj3xrx/second-PHOTO-2026-10-17-12-42-48.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/rb7j2x9n/Panel-PHOTO-2026-10-17-14-57-43.jpg Visitors listening to experts during a panel discussion at Edufair Gulf News en 2026-10-18T07:00:00.000+04:00 Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi ends today: Why you should visit before it wraps up Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/middle-east-conflict-trump-lifts-russia-energy-sanctions-saudi-arabia-intercepts-missiles-1.500713832 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-07/ucsttcpt/newsml_afp_com_20260907T105919Z_doc_c7ju7zq.jpeg Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Saturday said two oil tankers were on fire in the Strait of Hormuz after hitting mines in the waterway at the heart of the Middle East war. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/10/1/1_16a08528633.2284652_2530697775_16a08528633_large.jpg Brigadier General Turki Al Maliki, spokesman of the Arab coalition https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/5bqkoae8/newsml_afp_com_20261016T000000Z_PH_GTY_2299967884.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to reporters as he departs the White House on October 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/w55d9rru/PHOTO-2026-10-17-10-30-35.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/rahuw3yo/newsml_afp_com_20261016T111924Z_doc_d3gj8mx.jpeg American freelance photojournalist Heidi Levine lies on a gurney in the emergency room of the government hospital in the Israeli-occupied city of Ramallah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/gwltztsx/yemen.JPG UKMTO https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/4qr5g8ix/HU13pbzWsAAqoWd.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/z49djunh/HU13pbiWQAELjvM.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/19fsowxf/HU13pbqWEAAclEX.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-18T06:52:06.979+04:00 Middle East conflict: Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drones; Iran reports Hormuz tanker fires Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Israel, Iran, America, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-israel, us-iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/babar-azam-could-be-dropped-from-pakistan-odi-team-warns-shoaib-akhtar-1.500714450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/8v7q8qjd/Shoaib-Akthar-and-Babar-Azam Shoaib Akhtar warns Babar Azam over Pakistan ODI spot https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/8v7q8qjd/Shoaib-Akthar-and-Babar-Azam Shoaib Akhtar warns Babar Azam over Pakistan ODI spot Gulf News en 2026-10-18T06:45:00.000+04:00 Babar Azam could be dropped from Pakistan ODI team, warns Shoaib Akhtar Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-12-devotees-killed-as-truck-runs-over-pilgrims-in-madhya-pradesh-1.500714628 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-21/qmvijcyl/Stock_crime_police_jailed_17c752f0df8_large.jpg Gwalior truck crash kills 12 devotees, several injured near Sheetla Mata Temple Gulf News en 2026-10-18T06:15:26.808+04:00 India: 13 devotees killed as truck runs over pilgrims in Madhya Pradesh India, india https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-property-rental-prices-fall-where-they-were-once-the-highest-1.500714361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/22/Stock-Dubai-Marina_18f0479851d_large.jpg Dubai property rental rates fall the most in prime areas while rise on the outskirts according to latest reports. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/pjppjudg/Screenshot-2026-10-17-181034.png Source: fam Properties https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/4hxthxhh/Screenshot-2026-10-17-181458.png Source: Property Finder https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/wlrn54b8/Screenshot-2026-10-17-181207.png Source: Fam Property https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/as8bvqdr/Screenshot-2026-10-17-181546.png Source: Property Finder Gulf News en 2026-10-18T06:02:38.441+04:00 Dubai property rental prices fall where they were once the highest Property https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/boys-and-girls-in-one-cricket-team-how-the-new-80-over-test-twenty-format-works-1.500714428 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/wrqyo886/Cricket-Rivals-at-Sunset.png Male and female cricketers in one team? How Test Twenty's new format works https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/vev7ent4/New-80-over-Test-Twenty-format New 80-over Test Twenty format is an interesting thought Gulf News en 2026-10-18T06:00:00.000+04:00 Boys and girls in one cricket team? How the new 80-over Test Twenty format works Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kolkata-pandal-stampede-19-dead-25-hurt-in-stampede-at-india-religious-gathering-1.500714622 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/i32w2f03/HU3-QafXoAAR1m4.jpg Eyewitnesses blame overcrowding and rain for tragic Kolkata pandal stampede https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-18/0sy56w8r/20261018009.jpg Kolkata Puja pandal stampede: Death toll rises to 19, CM Adhikari announces Rs 2.5 lakh compensation, job for victim’s families Gulf News en 2026-10-18T05:59:26.958+04:00 Kolkata pandal stampede: 19 dead, 25 hurt in stampede at India religious gathering India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-five-days-of-rain-forecast-winds-to-reach-50-kmh-1.500714544 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/j418bgop/Rain NCM said convective clouds could develop over eastern parts of the country on Sunday afternoon, bringing a chance of rain. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T05:40:58.729+04:00 UAE weather: Five days of rain forecast, winds to reach 50 km/h Weather, Abu Dhabi, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/starlink-in-india-better-access-needs-clearer-answers-1.500714481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/hldx20tl/Starlink_18cd81e5ad2_original_ratio.jpg Elon Musk has accused powerful business interests of blocking Starlink in India. Gulf News en 2026-10-18T05:08:00.000+04:00 Starlink in India: Better access needs clearer answers Op-Eds, India, technology, Elon Musk, Starlink satellite internet https://gulfnews.com/uae/rak-on-wheels-2026-opens-with-car-shows-and-engine-competitions-1.500714541 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/mcap84wx/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-11.12.36-PM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/giwnssv5/50f56b14-ff21-4e6b-b693-66558c96bcc7.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/0n7elfjq/e898d3e2-035d-4e3e-a0e8-385ba9694506.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-17T23:10:30.370+04:00 RAK on Wheels 2026 opens with car shows and engine competitions UAE, Ras Al Khaimah https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/us-issues-saudi-arabia-security-alert-urges-extreme-caution-at-airports-1.500714501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/lrw2dikg/KSA Gulf News en 2026-10-17T22:59:38.020+04:00 US issues Saudi Arabia security alert, urges extreme caution at airports Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/that-was-when-the-battle-for-survival-began-flydubai-captain-recounts-cockpit-attack-1.500714499 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/hsukzl3a/gulfnews2026-10-17vqzczmcvflydubai.avif Gulf News en 2026-10-17T22:17:43.930+04:00 ‘That was when the battle for survival began’: flydubai captain recounts cockpit attack UAE, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-lucky-day-marks-100th-draw-were-you-among-the-latest-winners-1.500714484 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/bwz3hpec/Screenshot-2026-10-17-at-9.39.17-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 261017 Gulf News en 2026-10-17T21:54:34.988+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Lucky Day marks 100th draw - were you among the latest winners? UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/it-warms-our-hearts-over-15000-people-celebrate-iraq-in-dubai-1.500714454 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/24ft8mt6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-20.41.57.jpeg More than 15,000 people attended, including Iraqi residents, Emiratis, and members of other communities https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/23ittqie/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-20.41.56.jpeg The Iraqi community waves UAE and Iraqi flags at the second edition of “Emirates Loves Iraq” https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/7zqmttqg/Sheikh-Nahyan.jpeg Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/qo9u275k/Rashed-Al-Tamimi.jpeg Rashed Al Tamimi, director of Emirates Loves https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/zd8i9hh5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-20.42.01-4.jpeg An entrance inspired by the historic Ishtar Gate has welcomed guests https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/aogvzeyu/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-20.42.00.jpeg Iraqi residents proudly raises their flag along with the UAE flag https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/oa5s66s9/Zainab-Al-Eqabi.jpeg Zainab Al Eqabi, social media influencer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/mkvluhpe/Abdulla-Ameen.jpeg Abdulla Ameen, doctor https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/ufu5r7kn/Ritaj-Al-Makawi.jpeg Ritaj Al Makawi, Year 12 student https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/pb1d5a77/Islam-Ajlan.jpeg Islam Ajlan (left) together with his nephew and sister Gulf News en 2026-10-17T21:11:47.966+04:00 ‘It warms our hearts’: Over 15,000 people celebrate Iraq in Dubai people, Dubai, UAE, UAE, events, Dubai, Iraq https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/he-is-our-main-player-shaheen-afridi-backs-pakistan-star-despite-poor-form-1.500714442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/xgtju0pi/45.jpg Pakistan's Babar Azam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-05/0dn915xb/45.jpg Pakistan's Babar Azam Gulf News en 2026-10-17T20:27:08.541+04:00 'He is our main player': Shaheen Afridi backs Babar Azam despite poor form Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-bound-emirates-flight-delayed-overnight-after-bird-strike-in-delhi-1.500714418 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/04/emirteslandinginriogaleatildeo-1667554112188_18441f872e7_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-17T20:03:53.434+04:00 Dubai-bound Emirates flight delayed overnight after bird strike in Delhi Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-launches-initiatives-to-protect-children-in-family-disputes-1.500714173 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/s4v92v5p/f52d993d-9387-4c85-ad3e-d7a31776e02d.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-17T19:31:30.505+04:00 UAE launches initiatives to protect children in family disputes UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-updates-saudi-arabia-travel-warning-amid-missile-threats-flags-airport-attack-risks-1.500714345 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-14/wr4u4rbk/King-Khalid-International-Airport-in-Saudi-Arabia Travel insurance may be invalidated for trips against UK advice to Saudi Arabia Gulf News en 2026-10-17T18:35:20.023+04:00 UK updates Saudi Arabia travel warning amid missile threats, flags airport attack risks Europe, Saudi, Saudi Arabia, UK, US-Israel-Iran war, houthis https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-pilot-reveals-how-he-was-struck-from-behind-and-repeatedly-lost-consciousness-1.500714277 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/vqzczmcv/flydubai The captain explained that he was checking information on his computer, including flight timings, when he suddenly felt a powerful blow to the back of his head. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T18:07:09.244+04:00 flydubai pilot reveals how he was struck from behind and repeatedly lost consciousness Aviation, Dubai, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/dubai-police-mcdonalds-teach-children-how-to-stay-safe-online-1.500714302 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/im2l7z1a/حملة-الإمارات-آمنة-بوعيك-الرقمي-تعزز-وعي-الأطفال-بالتعاون-مع-ماكدونلز-Dubai-Police-and-McDonald’s-Jo-2.jpg Dubai Police and McDonald’s join forces to promote online safety for children Gulf News en 2026-10-17T18:03:07.616+04:00 Dubai Police, McDonald’s teach children how to stay safe online Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/abu-dhabi-launches-wildlife-rescue-network-to-save-injured-and-stranded-animals-1.500714290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/v7tm3znu/AD The network provides an integrated digital framework for wildlife rescue operations, reporting and case management. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T17:53:35.522+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches wildlife rescue network to save injured and stranded animals Environment, Abu Dhabi, Environment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/watch-rain-hits-eastern-al-ain-police-urge-caution-on-roads-1.500714273 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/hi0lvgt1/Al-Ain Showers were reported in Khatm Al Shiklah, east of Al Ain, where rain-bearing clouds developed during the afternoon. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T17:25:10.459+04:00 Watch: Rain hits eastern Al Ain, police urge caution on roads Weather, Abu Dhabi, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/flying-out-of-the-uae-soon-these-4-travel-accessories-are-worth-a-look-1.500712438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/mc63quua/travelessentials1-1.png A few smart travel essentials can make packing easier, keep luggage organised and help ensure a more comfortable holiday. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T17:00:00.000+04:00 Flying out of the UAE soon? These 4 travel accessories are worth a look BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/cat-goes-missing-at-dubai-airport-before-sri-lanka-flight-owner-still-waiting-five-days-on-1.500714239 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/6mo06mbz/FotoJet-1.jpg Avishka Kaumadi with her cat. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T16:55:57.020+04:00 Cat goes missing at Dubai airport before Sri Lanka flight, owner still waiting five days on UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/why-abu-dhabi-residents-queue-despite-delivery-culture-1.500714058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/1olpi0xv/IMG7690.jpeg A long queue in front of Marmellata at Mina Zayed Port in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/xh9o7vdn/IMG7692.jpeg Renelvie 29, Orlane 51 and Rovane 25 were standing in the line together and had only been waiting for a couple of minutes, and their answers were as unceremonious as the question. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/xwis3nbw/IMG7689.jpeg Barbara Yamshchikova 21, was standing a bit further down the line, well away from the front. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/rtt7sv7b/IMG7700.jpeg Raj Dagstani with his son, who also works with the team. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/rnrhhhvz/IMG7699.jpeg Raj Dagstani with this team. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T16:53:38.742+04:00 Why Abu Dhabi residents queue despite delivery culture Abu Dhabi, Food https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/edufair-abu-dhabi-explored-how-students-can-prepare-for-jobs-that-dont-exist-yet-1.500714252 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/ebrtjqxn/Students-at-edufair.jpeg Students from various schools turned out in large numbers on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/a8xxdoup/Chirag-Nanda-edufare-2026.jpeg Chirag Nanda, Managing Partner, Connect To World Consultancy during a spotlight session on the opening day of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T16:52:47.469+04:00 Edufair Abu Dhabi explored how students can prepare for jobs that don’t exist yet Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/delhi-tiranga-rally-cjp-founder-abhijeet-dipke-gets-conditional-bail-1.500714242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/4o7ka5tr/newsml_afp_com_20261017T120050Z_doc_d3kj7r8.jpeg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke reacts as he leaves after the Special Executive Magistrate ordered him released in New Delhi on October 17, 2026 a day after police detained him amid ongoing protests demanding removal of India's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter roll irregularities linked to the "special intensive revision" (SIR). Gulf News en 2026-10-17T16:36:25.862+04:00 Delhi Tiranga rally: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke gets conditional bail India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-records-over-13800-residency-labour-and-border-security-violations-in-a-week-1.500714210 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-16/366rp87i/Residency-and-labour-violators.webp Illegal entry attempts lead to over 2,000 arrests in Saudi Arabia Gulf News en 2026-10-17T16:04:22.371+04:00 Saudi Arabia records over 13,800 violations in a week; 34,834 expats face action Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/home-and-kitchen/can-four-speakers-really-turn-your-living-room-into-a-cinema-sonys-bravia-theatre-quad-makes-a-convincing-case-1.500712691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/qfbn83ka/sonyspeakers-1.png A four-speaker surround sound system can bring cinema-like audio into your living room, making everyday entertainment more immersive. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T16:00:00.000+04:00 Can four speakers really turn your living room into a cinema? Sony's BRAVIA Theatre Quad makes a convincing case BestBuys-Home-and-Kitchen https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-executes-five-citizens-convicted-of-terrorism-related-offences-1.500714186 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/s9tvkyj7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-06-at-12.02.55-PM.jpeg Saudi Interior Ministry announces execution of five for terror-related offenses Gulf News en 2026-10-17T15:40:19.711+04:00 Saudi Arabia executes five citizens convicted of ‘terrorism-related’ offences Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/dubai-introduces-new-guidelines-for-outdoor-ads-across-the-emirate-1.500714177 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/f9xhk2cw/HU0-iNgaUAAi6O1.jpg Dubai sets unified standards for outdoor ads to enhance urban aesthetics Gulf News en 2026-10-17T15:31:37.009+04:00 Dubai introduces new guidelines for outdoor ads across the emirate Dubai, Dubai, Dubai Municipality https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/bangladesh-beach-resort-fire-kills-10-including-children-1.500714160 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-24/e9w3hvqm/gulfnewsimport20200806Stock-fire-flame173c352cb4flarge.avif Tuptup Resto and Resort fire leaves tragedy in its wake Gulf News en 2026-10-17T15:15:20.983+04:00 Bangladesh beach resort fire kills 10, including children Asia, Bangladesh https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-students-explore-courses-from-cybersecurity-to-criminology-at-edufair-abu-dhabi-1.500714035 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/fxujjofc/lead-PHOTO-2026-10-17-12-42-47.jpg Students from various Abu Dhabi schools turned out in large numbers on the opening day of Edufair Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/2f1hd1fj/Sunrise-IMG2357.jpeg Jeanna John, Akshaya Jampana and Bhavya Naradala with their friends at Edufair in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/rqkotbp4/IMG2356.jpeg Mithra Jayesh, Maryam Shaikh and Ayesha Faraz from Bright Riders Schools https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/41at3cea/Boy-IMG2354.jpeg Mohammed Omer Yasser Gulf News en 2026-10-17T15:01:42.586+04:00 UAE students explore courses from cybersecurity to criminology at Edufair Abu Dhabi Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/dubai-police-return-tourists-lost-bag-with-all-valuables-1.500714143 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/09/NEW_Dubai-Police-Smart-Lost---Found-System-returns-more-than-80K-Valuables-to-Owners-1646827214918_17f6e8d185c_large.jpg Dubai Police reunite tourist with lost valuables, showcasing professionalism https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/jj9b4olr/.jpeg Dubai Police ensure safe return of tourist’s belongings left at airport Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:56:20.140+04:00 Dubai Police return tourist’s lost bag with all valuables Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypts-sisi-calls-for-emergency-parliament-session-to-approve-possible-defence-of-saudi-arabia-1.500714123 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/jzoamn0u/Egypt "We will take any action Saudi Arabia requests to defend its security and sovereignty," Sisi said. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:44:28.864+04:00 Egypt's Sisi calls for emergency parliament session to approve possible defence of Saudi Arabia Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/weekend-digest-saudi-deportations-br-shettys-15b-lawsuit-and-mrbeast-surprise-1.500713874 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/37npc08b/weekend-digest-collage.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-11/0fh1kef3/KSA The ministry also reported the arrest of 1,382 people attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally across its borders. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-12/zxtre455/PIC https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-08/s7zbhjxu/Vijay-and-Washington-Sundar Vijay and Washington Sundar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/d0yqmjql/Saudi-flag Saudi Arabia executed Bangladeshi man and woman for committing indecent acts inside Mecca mosque, reaffirming its stance on upholding Islamic law. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-12/j2xde5jp/Sara-Tendulkar-and-Sachin-Tendulkar Sara Tendulkar and Sachin Tendulkar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-14/oh3y0dsg/saba.jpg Saif Ali Khan and Saba share a bond rooted in family and memories. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/xcv1tm21/br_shetty_resources1_16a3106a28c_original_ratio.jpg B.R. Shetty is a multi-billionaire non-resident Indian (NRI) who has dedicated a large part of his life building an empire of healthcare facilities and other companies in the country. Forbes set his personal net worth at a whopping $4.2 billion in August 2018. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-13/qrgfycbo/PHOTO-11.jpg Maya Gupta, a content creator from Surat, documented her 365-day challenge to meet YouTube star MrBeast on social media. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-12/fv15ervv/Oman Businesses and employers are required to provide suitable accommodation for their workers in designated areas that meet health and safety requirements. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-09/yevwxx3o/Uttar-Pradesh-Police-sub-inspector-Nishant-Mishra Uttar Pradesh Police sub-inspector Nishant Mishra sings the popular Pakistani Saraiki song ‘Chalre Chalre Waal’ while playing the guitar in a video that has gone viral on social media. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:44:24.100+04:00 Weekend Digest: Saudi deportations, BR Shetty's $15b lawsuit and MrBeast surprise UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-shares-new-letter-on-mercy-the-greatest-danger-to-societies-is-hardened-hearts-1.500714137 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/tqj0mtb8/MBR Sheikh Mohammed argued that compassion was not simply a personal virtue but an essential element of social stability, human relationships and good governance. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:43:10.391+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed shares new letter on mercy: 'The greatest danger to societies is hardened hearts' UAE, Dubai, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/rajinikanth-pays-tribute-to-late-music-director-deva-calls-him-pure-gold-1.500714136 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/6ufgpmh5/ANI_20261017084306.jpg Deva’s music and character leave a lasting impact, says Rajinikanth Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:39:28.071+04:00 Rajinikanth pays tribute to late music director Deva, calls him ‘pure gold’ Music, Tamil Cinema, Music https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-strengthens-global-financial-stability-and-innovation-insights-from-cbuae-governor-1.500714021 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/17/STOCK-Central-Bank-of-the-UAE--CBUAE_17f96f570b1_large.jpg CBUAE Governor highlights UAE's role in shaping global economic dialogue Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:32:31.579+04:00 UAE continues to support global financial stability, international cooperation: CBUAE Governor Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/sisi-says-egypt-presidential-term-will-end-in-2030-rules-out-constitutional-changes-1.500714124 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-11/qw1oqf07/newsml_afp_com_20261011T090424Z_doc_d2w669d.jpeg Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi attends a joint press conference with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on October 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:24:54.984+04:00 Sisi says Egypt presidential term will end in 2030, rules out constitutional changes Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/delhi-court-issues-bailable-warrant-against-youtuber-dhruv-rathee-in-2018-defamation-case-2-1.500714089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/h8v6sog0/20261011506F.jpg Delhi court issues bailable warrant against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in 2018 defamation case Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:10:38.230+04:00 Delhi court issues bailable warrant against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in 2018 defamation case India, india https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-work-permits-13-types-eligibility-rules-1.1646663995436 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/06/STOCK-OFFICE-STAFF-IN-DUBAI---EMPLOYEES---JOBS---UAE_18c3e679e77_large.jpg UAE work permits - With the right work permit, you can unlock exciting opportunities across the UAE. Picture used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T14:00:00.000+04:00 UAE work permit guide: All 13 types explained and who is eligible to apply Living-Ask-Us, Ask Gulf News, UAE, UAE Labour Law, MoHRE https://gulfnews.com/uae/anwar-gargash-calls-for-gulf-unity-condemns-online-insults-and-hostility-1.500714096 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/iqdd638c/Gargash Gulf News en 2026-10-17T13:58:35.286+04:00 Anwar Gargash calls for Gulf unity, condemns online insults and hostility UAE, Abu Dhabi, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/pope-leo-to-leave-hospital-after-lung-cancer-surgery-1.500714098 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-11/ja6zdnid/newsml_afp_com_20250511T102400Z_doc_469e6ne.jpeg The surgery confirmed he had adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T13:54:47.284+04:00 Pope Leo leaves Rome's Gemelli hospital 4 days after lung cancer surgery Europe, Pope https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-company-making-half-the-worlds-kiteboards-and-wakeboards-wins-dubai-it-award-1.500714086 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/yudflpjy/hh Gulf News en 2026-10-17T13:44:54.108+04:00 Dubai company making half the world's kiteboards and wakeboards wins Dubai-it award UAE, Dubai, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/heavy-rain-hail-and-near-zero-visibility-saudi-arabia-issues-weather-warnings-1.500714079 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/36c9xdgc/KSA The affected areas include Mecca, Jazan, Asir, Al Baha, Hail, Al Jouf and the Northern Borders, while lighter to moderate rainfall is forecast across parts of Medina, Tabuk and the Eastern Province. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T13:27:11.074+04:00 Heavy rain, hail and near-zero visibility: Saudi Arabia issues weather warnings Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/private-jet-door-falls-off-at-3500-feet-forcing-emergency-landing-1.500714064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/0zjxlu2f/Door Air traffic controllers immediately directed the pilots to return to Abuja, while firefighters, rescue personnel and medical teams were placed on standby. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T13:26:37.497+04:00 Private jet door falls off at 3,500 feet, forcing emergency landing Aviation, Africa, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-india-air-india-express-extend-saudi-flight-suspension-refund-options-explained-1.500714054 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-01/7671x274/Air-India-Express-3.jpg Air India halts Saudi flights; flexible rebooking and refund options detailed Gulf News en 2026-10-17T13:09:36.485+04:00 Air India, Air India Express extend Saudi flight suspension; refund options explained Aviation, Saudi, Saudi Arabia, air india, houthi https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sultan-bin-ahmed-inaugurates-dinas-health-clinic-in-philippines-1.500714040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/lyfw2nhn/x7v082xi1ka0yrrpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-10-17T13:08:27.748+04:00 Sultan bin Ahmed inaugurates Dinas Health Clinic in the Philippines Government, Philippines, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/cjps-abhijeet-dipke-detention-ahead-of-tiranga-rally-lawyer-challenges-police-action-in-delhi-1.500714002 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/jjvkr2yn/20261016638F.jpg New Delhi: Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke is detained by Delhi Police ahead of the party’s ‘Lehra Do Tiranga’ protest at Connaught Place in New Delhi on Friday, October 16, 2026. (Photo: IANS) Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:58:06.871+04:00 CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke detention ahead of Tiranga rally: Lawyer challenges police action in Delhi India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/edufair-opens-in-abu-dhabi-mapping-the-road-from-classroom-to-career-1.500713995 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/3jwisony/Edufair-Abu-Dhabi-2026.jpeg Dr. Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates inaugurating along with Vijay Vaghela Chief Executive Officer, Gulf News; Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, President of the University of Dubai. Also seen in the picture, (extreme left) Dr Balaji Ramaswamy, Counsellor, Visa and Education, Indian embassy; and Abdullah Al Rasheed, Abu Dhabi Editor, Gulf News; (extreme right) Tina Bhakthavalsalan, Director-GN Media Events & Spl; features at the opening of Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/70jmoc5v/Edufair-2026.-jpeg Dr. Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates, tours at Edufair Abu Dhabi, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:39:38.156+04:00 Edufair opens in Abu Dhabi, mapping the road from classroom to career Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/51-magnitude-quake-hits-southern-iran-after-uae-tremor-1.500713959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/8lwd8vn3/GN The NCM's National Seismic Network recorded the earthquake in southern Iran at 1.30am UAE time on Saturday. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:22:47.694+04:00 5.1-magnitude quake hits southern Iran after UAE tremor UAE, Fujairah, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-warns-citizens-in-california-as-wildfires-destroy-homes-and-force-evacuations-1.500713982 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/lsgw3qv8/Fire Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:22:27.264+04:00 UAE warns citizens in California as wildfires destroy homes and force evacuations UAE, Abu Dhabi, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/two-dead-six-injured-after-fire-breaks-out-at-home-in-oman-1.500713990 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/5hp3u1mq/Oman Emergency crews in South Al Batinah Governorate responded to the blaze, with the six injured taken to medical facilities for treatment. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:22:06.744+04:00 Two dead, six injured after fire breaks out at home in Oman Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/high-cholesterol-affects-more-than-half-of-uae-adults-1.500713997 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/lzmylbhj/high-cholesterol Obesity fell from 27.8 per cent to 22.4 per cent, while smoking declined from 9.1 per cent to 8.7 per cent. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:21:51.483+04:00 High cholesterol affects more than half of UAE adults Health, Abu Dhabi, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-braces-for-wetter-months-is-el-niño-about-to-change-the-weather-1.500714000 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/66ju4js0/Oman Although rainfall in December is expected to remain close to seasonal averages across most of the country. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:21:35.550+04:00 Oman braces for wetter months: Is El Niño about to change the weather? Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-deputy-ruler-opens-orphanage-launches-housing-project-in-philippines-1.500713008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/5nwm193y/pzi081u71ka131xpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:08:40.278+04:00 Sharjah Deputy Ruler opens orphanage, launches housing project in Philippines Government, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/magnitude-56-earthquake-strikes-pakistans-balochistan-province-1.500713898 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/8lwd8vn3/GN Earthquake of 5.6 magnitude shakes Khuzdar, Balochistan Gulf News en 2026-10-17T12:01:49.578+04:00 Magnitude 5.6 earthquake strikes Pakistan's Balochistan province Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-this-british-expat-champions-community-spirit-and-sustainability-in-the-uae-1.500713950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/kb6l21tl/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-17.39.14.jpeg Dubai-based British expat Rajat Sabharwal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/9wd3uik4/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_17_at_10_06_05.jpeg Rajat Sabharwal during his earlier days in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/y5o7k1j8/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_17_at_10_47_20.jpeg Rajat Sabharwal (third from left) participating in the “One Million Meals from Surplus Food” initiative during Ramadan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/91pbycmu/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_16_at_17_39_24.jpeg Rajat Sabharwal with his wife Karina Chelengirova Gulf News en 2026-10-17T11:49:02.561+04:00 How this British expat champions community spirit and sustainability in the UAE people, Dubai, UAE, Stories-of-success, UAE, Indian expats, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/anirudh-ravichander-and-kavya-maran-reception-date-confirmed-venue-details-revealed-1.500713962 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/kojqmvv2/HUz7DJFbQAA7QQS.jpg Maran, founder and chairman of Sun Group, also invited the Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the wedding reception Gulf News en 2026-10-17T11:36:53.363+04:00 Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran: Reception date confirmed, venue details revealed Music, South-Indian, Tamil Cinema, Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-eases-villa-construction-rules-for-emiratis-allows-second-family-homes-1.500713942 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/2pwxrpuz/DM The regulations also set limits on the height, size and location of family accommodation and service annexes. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T11:16:59.163+04:00 Dubai eases villa construction rules for Emiratis, allows second family homes UAE, Dubai, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/legendary-tamil-music-composer-deva-the-man-behind-iconic-rajinikanth-themes-dies-at-75-1.500713953 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/trfl911y/202610173981747.jpg Eminent Tamil film music director Deva passes away; film industry plunges into gloom Gulf News en 2026-10-17T11:13:48.655+04:00 Legendary Tamil music composer Deva, the man behind iconic Rajinikanth themes, dies at 75 South-Indian, Music, Tamil Cinema https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-saudi-flight-updates-today-full-list-of-cancellations-suspensions-and-travel-warnings-1.500713938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/huitbnsr/Stock_UAE_travel___Dubai___Airport_18b1a1e987c_original_ratio.jpg Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia and international carriers extend suspensions Gulf News en 2026-10-17T11:03:00.367+04:00 UAE-Saudi flight updates today: Full list of cancellations, suspensions and travel warnings Aviation, Saudi, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flights-may-face-delays-due-to-poor-visibility-gcaa-warns-1.500713927 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/04/STOCK-plane_18f429e9a0f_large.jpg Passengers advised to check airline updates as reduced visibility affects some areas. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T10:45:25.536+04:00 UAE flights may face delays due to poor visibility, GCAA warns Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/middle-east-war-7-key-developments-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-october-17-2026-1.500713919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/dg00gncj/newsml_afp_com_20261016T000000Z_PH_GTY_2300567557.jpeg President Donald Trump departs a campaign rally at Dalton Municipal Airport on October 16, 2026 in Dalton, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T10:36:32.518+04:00 Middle East war: 7 key developments UAE residents need to know today, October 17, 2026 UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ajay-devgns-juhu-bungalow-bmc-demolishes-part-of-alleged-illegal-construction-1.500713893 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/45ngv1vo/202610083971443.jpg BMC demolishes unauthorised interior work at Ajay Devgn's Juhu bungalow Gulf News en 2026-10-17T09:47:30.411+04:00 Ajay Devgn’s Juhu bungalow: BMC demolishes part of alleged illegal construction BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/mental-health-and-workplace-privacy-what-uae-employees-need-to-know-1.500713696 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/4y1b4azr/pexels-mart-production-7699526.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/io589t3q/LY_1.jpg Ludmila Yamalova, founder and managing partner of HPL Yamalova & Plewka FZCO Legal Consultancy. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/d444aqnf/Aoun-Alsmadi02.png Aoun AlSmadi, CEO, Shory UAE Gulf News en 2026-10-17T09:39:43.890+04:00 Mental health and workplace privacy: What UAE employees need to know Health, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-led-coalition-releases-footage-of-strikes-on-houthi-weapons-smuggling-operations-1.500713879 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/hwatlhdu/Capture.JPG Saudi coalition targets Houthi weapons-smuggling network in Red Sea strikes Gulf News en 2026-10-17T09:33:55.364+04:00 Saudi-led coalition releases footage of strikes on Houthi weapons-smuggling operations Saudi, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, US-Israel-Iran war, houthis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/5-k-dramas-with-brilliant-beginnings-and-messiest-endings-when-the-phone-rings-to-memories-of-the-alhambra-1.500713869 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-18/g1brmufl/whenthephone.webp A still from When The Phone Rings Gulf News en 2026-10-17T09:21:47.529+04:00 5 K-Dramas with brilliant beginnings and messiest endings: When The Phone Rings to Memories of the Alhambra Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-this-dubai-student-turns-clothing-waste-to-sustainable-giving-1.500713857 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/lsb2z6w7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-16.11.36.jpeg Azura Lal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/4xw4m81g/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_16_at_18_21_38.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/j25s6wcq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-16.46.11.jpeg Azura Lal with her parents https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/gk0uhza8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-16.06.17.jpeg Azura Lal with the items collected https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/4y7zjb64/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_16_at_18_21_38.jpeg Azura Lal giving goodies to a nanny https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/4aysqelz/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_16_at_17_41_53.jpeg Azura Lal (right) organising the collected items Gulf News en 2026-10-17T09:18:55.477+04:00 How this Dubai student turns clothing waste to sustainable giving people, Dubai, UAE, UAE, indian students, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/zayed-national-museum-to-showcase-7000-years-of-camel-history-in-landmark-exhibition-1.500713106 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/10czj7an/camel_1761e8c9262_original_ratio.jpg The museum said it is the first show anywhere to explore more than 7,000 years of camel history. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-03/mb1o3q9l/The-Zayed-National-Museum-in-Abu-Dhabi The Zayed National Museum building in Abu Dhabi was inspired by a falcon's wing https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-06/3j6nh0yc/newsml_afp_com_20261006T163752Z_doc_d2en4gq.jpeg A 2016 study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences recovered ancient DNA from wild dromedary bones up to 7,000 years old, including remains from UAE sites such as Al Sufouh, Tell Abraq and Al-Buhais. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/12/06/tight-race-1638794123282_17d8fbdd833_large.jpg The UAE Camel Trek Marathon for Expats was a tight race from start to finish among the competitors who came from diverse backgrounds, representing 18 countries. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T08:52:12.005+04:00 Zayed National Museum to showcase 7,000 years of camel history in landmark exhibition Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/middle-east-conflict-houthis-strike-yemens-presidential-palace-us-issues-new-iran-sanctions-1.500712575 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/tb9krku5/newsml_afp_com_20261015T133620Z_doc_d3dt9g3.jpeg The Saudi-led military coalition spokesman Turki Al-Malki speaks during a press conference in Riyadh on October 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/aydxhgz9/HUq7fwWWEAAjhUX.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/ack69oev/Amir_Hatami.jpeg Maj. Gen. Amir Hatami, Iran’s army chief. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/c7eh1zwc/newsml_afp_com_20261015T101626Z_doc_d3cr48q.jpeg Palestinians pick their olives during the harvest season at a field, near the controversial Israeli separation wall, in the village of Beit Awwa, west of Hebron City in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on October 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/de7mwpcu/newsml_afp_com_20261015T101626Z_doc_d3cr493.jpeg A Palestinian woman picks olives during the harvest season at a field, near the controversial Israeli separation wall, in the village of Beit Awwa, west of Hebron City in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on October 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/ju3fsrlj/newsml_afp_com_20261015T101626Z_doc_d3cr48v.jpeg A Palestinian woman scoops a handful of olives at an olive tree field during the harvest season, near the controversial Israeli separation wall, in the village of Beit Awwa, west of Hebron City in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on October 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-15/apcthio0/newsml_afp_com_20261015T101626Z_doc_d3cr499.jpeg A Palestinian man scoops a handful of olives at an olive tree field during the harvest season, near the controversial Israeli separation wall, in the village of Beit Awwa, west of Hebron City in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on October 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/5bqkoae8/newsml_afp_com_20261016T000000Z_PH_GTY_2299967884.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to reporters as he departs the White House on October 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T08:29:32.499+04:00 Middle East conflict: Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi threats; Trump rules out nukes, ground troops in Iran Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Israel, Iran, America, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-israel, us-iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/made-in-abu-dhabi-moving-the-world-stories-of-the-citys-talents-1.500713820 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/t5b84uai/Student-performing-at-ADFs-Festival-in-the-Park-2024.jpg Student performing at ADF's Festival in the Park 2024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/cj1io555/Ihab-Darwish-picture-by-Ali-Arbes.jpeg Ihab Dawrish and his love music intertwined with culture https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/6g0ddk0e/ADMAF_Youth_Ambassador_Dana_Alkatheeri_performs_at_Expo_2025_Osaka.jpg ADMAF Youth Ambassador Dana Alkatheeri performs at Expo 2025 Osaka https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/rk8p8pje/ADMAF_30_Noura_Al_Serkal.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-17T08:00:11.833+04:00 From Abu Dhabi to the world: Meet the Emirati artists making their mark Abu Dhabi, Community https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-signs-executive-order-waiving-new-russia-sanctions-tariffs-1.500713793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/xclbyxpl/preview.jpg President Donald Trump speaks at a dinner at his Mar-a-Lago club. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T07:46:30.230+04:00 Trump signs executive order waiving new Russia sanctions, tariffs Americas https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/iphone-duo-uae-orders-face-2027-delivery-dates-as-demand-surges-1.500713806 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-09-09/n28p31xt/newsml_afp_com_20260909T200315Z_doc_c7uf8cx.jpeg Those planning to buy the device should check the date displayed at checkout before confirming their purchase. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T07:08:26.554+04:00 iPhone Duo UAE orders face 2027 delivery dates as demand surges Consumer-Electronics, Retail https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/gerwigs-narnia-goes-rock-opera-but-the-bbcs-white-witch-haunted-childhoods-on-a-shoestring-budget-1.500713640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/4lcr8dv6/whitewitch.jpg Barbara Kellerman as the White Witch. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/dj57xo8i/witch.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-17T07:00:00.000+04:00 Gerwig’s Narnia goes rock opera, but the BBC’s White Witch haunted childhoods on a shoestring budget Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/dubai-scientist-explores-new-treatments-that-could-slow-or-reverse-osteoarthritis-1.500713368 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/2wavkfg8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-15-at-1.00.01-PM-1.jpeg Dr. Nerissa Naidoo, Associate Professor of Anatomy, College of Medicine, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/ryu6x45x/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-15-at-1.00.01-PM.jpeg More than 500 million people worldwide live with osteoarthritis, a disease that damages joint cartilage. According to Dr Nerissa Naidoo, there is no cure, and current treatments only provide temporary relief. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/enyxtzvf/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-15-at-1.00.02-PM-1.jpeg Dr. Nerissa Naidoo's research focuses on developing treatments that target the underlying causes of cartilage damage, with the aim of slowing, stopping or potentially reversing osteoarthritis, rather than simply relieving pain. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T07:00:00.000+04:00 Dubai scientist explores new treatments that could slow or reverse osteoarthritis Health, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/will-ms-dhoni-convince-hardik-pandya-to-join-csk-ashwin-makes-big-revelation-1.500713737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-02/mb9xcnyg/newsml_afp_com_20260502T185933Z_doc_a9mf9vq.jpeg Mumbai Indians' captain Indian cricket player Hardik Pandya (R) congratulates Chennai Super Kings' captain Indian cricket player Ruturaj Gaikwad after winning the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 match between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on May 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-14/8iht77h1/newsml_afp_com_20260412T154518Z_doc_a7jh3cm.jpeg Mumbai Indians' captain Indian cricket player Hardik Pandya (L) speaks with teammate India's Rohit Sharma during the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 match between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T06:40:00.000+04:00 Will MS Dhoni convince Hardik Pandya to join CSK? Ashwin makes big revelation Cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-five-days-of-possible-rain-fog-and-dusty-winds-ahead-1.500713781 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/qkxm82sa/UAE NCM forecast fair to partly cloudy skies, with convective clouds expected to develop over eastern parts of the country, potentially bringing rain. Gulf News en 2026-10-17T06:37:03.344+04:00 UAE weather: Five days of possible rain, fog and dusty winds ahead Weather, Abu Dhabi, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/real-madrid-demand-la-liga-presidents-resignation-over-nazi-comparison-1.500713735 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/sv8oduhh/preview.jpg Relak Madrid President Florentino Perez https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/sv8oduhh/preview.jpg Relak Madrid President Florentino Perez Gulf News en 2026-10-17T06:13:00.000+04:00 Real Madrid demand La Liga president's resignation over Nazi comparison Football, Real Madrid https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/gulf-news-edufair-abu-dhabi-gets-underway-today-with-top-institutions-1.500712762-1.500712762 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/8c18amnp/109800324.jpg Dr Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/x89ulu1d/Dr.-Eesa.jpg Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, President of the University of Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/bk9j19o9/My_Photo.jpeg Dr Mohamed Baraka, Vice President, Dubai Campus, Batterjee Medical College https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/rvywnzw0/ProfessorCedwyn.jpg Professor Cedwyn Fernandes, Provost and Director, Middlesex University Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/42lyix64/Dr_Rami_Headshot.JPG Dr Rami El Khatib, Vice President – Student Affairs at Canadian University Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/pi3f54x0/Xavier_Y_Axis6800.jpg Xavier Augustin, CEO of Y-Axis, Platinum Sponsor of Edufair Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/objnzy97/Dr_Kavitas_Pic.jpeg Dr Kavita Shukla, Head of Campus, SP Jain School of Global Management, Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/jqvuf66s/shared-image.jpg Bhakti Reen, Head of Dubai Student Recruitment, De Montfort University Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/mqq6vsi4/1000108661.jpg Clint Khan, Managing Director, Realtor Signature Properties Gulf News en 2026-10-17T06:00:00.000+04:00 Gulf News Edufair Abu Dhabi gets underway today with top institutions Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/a-year-ago-he-was-ranked-903-now-he-makes-tennis-history-at-shanghai-masters-ranked-13-1.500713731 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/82bl1t7x/preview.jpg Spain's Rafael Jodar reacts after winning the men's singles quarterfinals match against Norway's Casper Ruud at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament in Shanghai, China, Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/82bl1t7x/preview.jpg Spain's Rafael Jodar reacts after winning the men's singles quarterfinals match against Norway's Casper Ruud at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament in Shanghai, China, Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) Gulf News en 2026-10-17T05:45:00.000+04:00 A year ago, he was ranked 903; now he makes tennis history at Shanghai Masters, ranked 13 Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/daughter-opens-up-about-abu-dhabi-crash-victims-she-took-my-brother-and-saved-my-dad-for-me-1.500713518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/tgp32h5q/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-5.29.15-PM.jpeg The Biswas family in an undated photo. From left: Anushua Biswas, Aritra Biswas, Ashima Chowdhury and Sree Swarup Kanti Biswas https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/wrpatwvt/WhatsApp_Image_2026_10_16_at_5_26_23_PM.jpeg The inseparable souls: Ashima Chaudhury and Aritra Biswas Gulf News en 2026-10-17T05:30:00.000+04:00 Daughter opens up about Abu Dhabi crash victims: “She took my brother and saved my dad for me” UAE, emergencies, people, UAE, Bangladesh https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/gulf-european-security-inseparable-strategic-partnership-demands-mutual-commitments-fnc-speaker-1.500713492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/qoaf9ojz/he0081u81ka1i04po.jpg Saqr Ghobash calls for institutionalised GCC-EU dialogue to address shared challenges. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T23:50:05.601+04:00 Gulf, European security inseparable; strategic partnership demands mutual commitments: FNC Speaker Government, UAE, Europe https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/burjeel-holdings-to-unveil-intelligent-healthcare-ecosystem-at-abu-dhabi-future-health-summit-2026-1.500713668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/zvu78fq5/Burjeel-Holdings.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-16T23:48:45.077+04:00 Burjeel Holdings to unveil intelligent healthcare ecosystem at Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026 Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-earthquake-16-magnitude-tremor-recorded-off-dibba-al-fujairah-1.500713651 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/07/Stock-Earthquake_1777b559696_large.jpg Minor tremor of 1.6 magnitude recorded off Fujairah coast https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/mc6hp7ta/oyj081va1ka1t1npd.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-16T22:49:30.353+04:00 UAE earthquake: 1.6-magnitude tremor recorded off Dibba in Fujairah UAE, UAE, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-crew-safe-after-tanker-incidents-in-strait-of-hormuz-and-romania-minister-1.500713630 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/07/RDS-190802-INDIA-FLAG-1565186119725_16c6c5cd82e_large.jpg Indian crew unharmed in tanker incidents in Hormuz and Romania Gulf News en 2026-10-16T22:17:08.029+04:00 Indian crew safe after tanker incidents in Strait of Hormuz and Romania: Minister India, Mena, india, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-casts-doubt-on-press-secretary-katie-zacharias-future-1.500713619 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-13/vwutv53y/newsml_afp_com_20261013T000000Z_PH_GTY_2300010311.jpeg President Donald Trump is followed by White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia (L) as he departs on the South Lawn of the White House on October 13, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump is traveling to Alaska to headline a rally for incumbent Sen. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T21:59:39.164+04:00 White House shake-up: Trump fires Katie Zacharia as press secretary after five days Americas, Donald Trump, America https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-issues-saudi-arabia-security-alert-over-airport-attack-risks-1.500713605 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/6zpjs4ty/HUcGY7uXAAA0cEf.jpg US warns of potential airport attacks in Saudi Arabia, urges caution for travelers Gulf News en 2026-10-16T21:43:55.057+04:00 US issues Saudi Arabia security alert over airport attack risks Americas, Saudi, Saudi Arabia, America https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/abu-dhabi-road-closures-this-weekend-routes-affected-and-weather-warning-1.500713573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/4085iz13/1_16a08504267_2274565_3087315337_16a08504267_original_ratio.jpg Weekend road closures in Abu Dhabi may impact travel plans for drivers https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/swo67doe/Capture.JPG Closure of Two Left Lanes on Shakhbout Bin Sultan Street - Al Ain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/bjbozm7d/Capture1.JPG Closure of Right Lane on Sheikh Zayed Bridge Towards Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/ku2jme57/Capture2.JPG Closure of the Etisalat Underpass in Stages on Khalid Bin Sultan Street - Al Ain Gulf News en 2026-10-16T21:24:52.597+04:00 Abu Dhabi road closures this weekend: Routes affected and weather warning Abu Dhabi, Transport, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-urges-full-implementation-of-trumps-gaza-peace-plan-warns-against-west-bank-escalation-1.500713511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/4ewscdim/UAE The UAE reaffirmed its support for the Lebanese government's efforts to extend its authority across the country's entire territory. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T20:49:41.354+04:00 UAE urges full implementation of Trump's Gaza peace plan, warns against West Bank escalation UAE, Abu Dhabi, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-residents-update-saudi-flight-disruptions-security-alerts-and-latest-regional-developments-1.500713547 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/44cpa4nk/Stock-photo-of-Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Airlines suspend Saudi routes; travellers advised to confirm flight status Gulf News en 2026-10-16T20:47:04.655+04:00 UAE residents' update: Saudi flight disruptions, security alerts and latest regional developments UAE, Mena, UAE, Saudi Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-flight-disruptions-australia-urges-travellers-to-consider-uae-qatar-hubs-1.500713481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-14/d3oufqzb/King-Khalid-International-Airport-in-Saudi-Arabia King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia Gulf News en 2026-10-16T20:06:01.213+04:00 Saudi flight disruptions: Australia urges travellers to consider UAE, Qatar hubs Saudi, Oceania, Saudi Arabia, Australia, houthis https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/hail-heavy-rain-sweep-parts-of-uae-with-more-showers-expected-1.500713465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/23bj3owg/FotoJet.jpg NCM said it is monitoring several convective cloud cells, with weather radar showing pink areas north of Al Ain, indicating the presence of hail. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T19:35:34.089+04:00 Hail, heavy rain sweep parts of UAE with more showers expected Weather, Abu Dhabi, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/al-shifaa-summit-returns-to-abu-dhabi-to-explore-tradition-science-and-ai-in-integrative-medicine-1.500713438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-17/s3b3mil0/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-3.56.45-PM.jpeg Integrative medicine takes center stage at Al Shifaa Summit 2026 Gulf News en 2026-10-16T19:17:08.145+04:00 Al Shifaa Summit returns to Abu Dhabi to explore tradition, science and AI in integrative medicine UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-rain-alert-abu-dhabi-police-warn-motorists-over-wet-roads-and-poor-visibility-1.500713449 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/d8m97djw/AD Abu Dhabi Police called on drivers to check weather conditions before setting off, reduce their speed and maintain a safe distance between vehicles to minimise the risk of accidents. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T19:10:51.124+04:00 UAE rain alert: Abu Dhabi Police warn motorists over wet roads and poor visibility Weather, Abu Dhabi, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/dubai-summit-puts-ai-and-money-laundering-in-focus-1.500713448 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/d8g2aesu/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-5.52.29-PM-1.jpeg World Police Summit dialogue brings global law enforcement leaders together ahead of November event. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/01a38a0k/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-16-at-5.52.29-PM.jpeg World Police Summit dialogue brings global law enforcement leaders together ahead of November event. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T19:02:51.338+04:00 Dubai summit puts AI and money laundering in focus Dubai, AI, technology, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi/the-city-in-a-thousand-frames-abu-dhabis-oldest-photo-studios-capture-time-1.500713352 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/1qb2kms1/Vivi-studio-sponsor.-jpeg Jose Vazhappilly takes portraits at one of the oldest studios of Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/v26ghl86/Rima_Dandan.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/exps9ym8/Vivi-studio.jpg The memories are lingering the lanes of the studio streets in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/zj6i8z42/IMG_8531_JPG.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/68a0iezc/Jose-Vazhapilly.jpg Jose Vazhapilly at the inauguration of Vivi Studio, 1985, Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/6uqyods6/1985.jpg 1985 studios portrait more than simply a camera, they displayed art https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/ls25snwe/Golden-camera-photography.jpeg Through the archives of Rima Dandan, saving the portraits of Abu Dhabi residents since 1995 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/hug65e3l/Golden-Camera.jpeg Rima Dandan shares her collection of old cameras Gulf News en 2026-10-16T18:55:33.929+04:00 The city in a thousand frames, Abu Dhabi's oldest photo studios capture time Abu Dhabi, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-warns-of-drifting-hazardous-containers-after-ship-sinks-off-musandam-coast-1.500713410 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-25/xpjfbh2p/newsml_afp_com_20250625T141456Z_doc_63r989d.jpeg Small boats loaded with merchandise sail past the St Kitt's and Nevis-flagged container ship Marsa Victory while crusing in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Khasab in Oman’s northern Musandam peninsula on June 25, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T18:42:36.168+04:00 Oman warns of drifting hazardous containers after ship sinks off Musandam coast Oman, Mena, Oman, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/hrithik-roshans-jailer-2-cameo-reunites-him-with-rajinikanth-after-40-years-1.500713391 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/w64own3i/Cinematic-Embrace-and-Archway-Showdown.png Hrithik Roshan as a child actor with Rajinikanth in Bhagwan Dada (left), and the stars reunite in Jailer 2 nearly four decades later. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T18:27:53.772+04:00 Hrithik Roshan’s ‘Jailer 2’ cameo reunites him with Rajinikanth after 40 years BollyWood, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/business/analysis/uae-expats-are-your-financial-plans-keeping-pace-with-your-life-1.500713388 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ihkyhzfc/Stock_Pension_Fund_1_183c5f487de_original_ratio.jpg Financial planning can help UAE expats align savings, investments and retirement goals with changing career and family plans, particularly as temporary stays turn into longer-term commitments. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/jkw385xw/Daniel-George.jpg Gulf News en 2026-10-16T18:22:26.124+04:00 UAE expats: Are your financial plans keeping pace with your life? Analysis https://gulfnews.com/business/dp-world-says-planned-fujairah-terminals-could-cut-indian-ocean-sailing-times-by-up-to-five-days-1.500713356 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/5vg06wx1/Fujairah-port DP World’s planned Fujairah terminals are expected to expand the UAE’s east coast trade gateway, with the company saying vessel calls could cut sailing times on Indian Ocean services by up to five days. Gulf News en 2026-10-16T18:07:55.413+04:00 DP World says planned Fujairah terminals could cut Indian Ocean sailing times by up to five days Business, UAE Free Zones https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-miracle-garden-to-host-breast-cancer-awareness-walk-and-run-1.500713355 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/uk1cyhs2/hope-in-bloom-background.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-10-16T17:53:24.353+04:00 Dubai Miracle Garden to host Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and Run UAE, Dubai, Lifestyle, Dubai Miracle Garden https://gulfnews.com/sport/lions-rugby-player-found-dead-in-hotel-hours-before-scheduled-match-1.500713312 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-10-16/tmyb63kn/rugby.avif Tragic news coming from the South African team Gulf News en 2026-10-16T17:40:24.244+04:00 Lions rugby player found dead in hotel hours before scheduled match Sport