https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-oman-report-positive-progress-on-strait-of-hormuz-shipping-framework-as-us-tehran-talks-advance-1.500630949 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/dcxv9j4k/20.jpg The joint statement of the two countries, containing the main considerations and points of agreement, is also in the final review and drafting stage," spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said, according to state news agency IRNA. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/i7mx2efj/HO_GctAXoAAjpec.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T20:17:44.505+04:00 Iran says new Strait of Hormuz shipping route agreed with Oman Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Iran, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-israel https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/woman-arrested-as-four-people-stabbed-in-central-london-1.500631668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/yne9sh4d/16.jpg Police officers stand beside cordon tape at Endell road in covent garden, central London. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T20:15:38.062+04:00 Woman arrested as four people stabbed in central London Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/who-is-abdul-al-sayed-the-public-health-reformer-who-could-become-americas-first-muslim-senator-1.500631797 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/5gyugb6u/newsml_afp_com_20260805T000000Z_PH_GTY_2289202909.jpeg Michigan Democratic Senate primary winner Abdul El Sayed leaves after holding a press conference in front of the Spirit of Detroit statue on August 05, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/6ahm89by/newsml_afp_com_20260805T000000Z_PH_GTY_2289203341.jpeg Michigan Democratic Senate primary winner Abdul Al Sayed speaks during a press conference in front of the Spirit of Detroit statue on August 05, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T20:02:41.208+04:00 Who is Abdul Al Sayed, the public health reformer who could become America's first Muslim senator? Americas, Mena, Egypt, americas https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-standing-desks-on-amazonae-2026-upgrade-your-home-office-with-the-right-height-adjustable-desk-1.500609731 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/ie5adert/standingdesk-1.png Modern standing desk workspace Gulf News en 2026-08-05T20:00:00.000+04:00 Best standing desks on Amazon.ae 2026: Upgrade your home office with the right height adjustable desk Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-rain-hits-al-dhafra-as-temperatures-soar-to-512c-1.500631491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-23/jh520oiy/Rain-brings-cooler-stormy-weather-to-Abu-Dhabi. NCM warns of unstable conditions as storms build over Al Dhafra and eastern areas Gulf News en 2026-08-05T19:37:07.839+04:00 UAE weather: Rain hits Al Dhafra as temperatures soar to 51.2°C Weather https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-allows-transfer-of-foreign-workers-from-companies-to-individuals-1.500631747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/civrdbsl/Saudi-Human-Resources.webp The service is available through its electronic platform, and is designed to regulate the transfer of expatriate workers from private sector establishments to individuals under specific rules and conditions. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T19:12:12.878+04:00 Saudi Arabia allows transfer of foreign workers from companies to individuals Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/dust-raising-winds-high-waves-forecast-along-saudi-red-sea-coast-1.500631728 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/42npwmke/Dust-blowing-winds.webp The weather conditions are expected to impact coastal areas between Yanbu and Al Qunfudhah, including the road linking the two cities, from August 5 to 7. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T19:11:43.255+04:00 Dust-raising winds, high waves forecast along Saudi Red Sea coast Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubais-etihad-rail-passenger-station-to-be-named-al-yalayis-station-1.500631739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/u2k73ga2/New-Etihad-Rail-Dubai-Station-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T19:01:57.620+04:00 Dubai’s Etihad Rail passenger station to be named ‘Al Yalayis Station’ UAE, Transport, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-resumes-lebanon-strikes-as-talks-underway-in-rome-1.500631716 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/6tye25z0/19.jpg A Lebanese man sits outside his damaged house in the village of Zawtar al-Gharbieh, south Lebanon. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T18:44:08.486+04:00 Israel resumes Lebanon strikes as talks underway in Rome Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-india-appoints-former-ethiopian-airlines-chief-as-ceo-1.500631705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/n3fmzao4/Tewolde-Gebremariam.jpg Tewolde Gebremariam Gulf News en 2026-08-05T18:39:24.383+04:00 Air India appoints former Ethiopian Airlines chief as CEO Aviation, India, India UAE travel https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/from-carter-to-trump-why-washington-keeps-getting-iran-wrong-1.500631655 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/152mh2v6/US-PRESIDENTS-1.jpg Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-30/spadfan6/Jimmy-carter-Iran.jpg US President Jimmy Carter signs the order blocking Iranian funds in US banks, on November 14, 1979 in Washington DC, as White House Counsel Lloyd Cutler (left), Secretary of the Treasury G. William Miller (second right) and Attorney General Benjamin Civiletti look on. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2014/5/14/1_16a08270018.1332555_1507392179_16a08270018_large.jpg Former president Ronald Reagan while admitting to missteps in the Iran-Contra scandal, said ‘mistakes were made’. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/mfwfj18n/Larry_King_with_US_President_Bill_Clinton_and_Vice_President_Al_Gore_1772f841fe9_original_ratio.jpg Larry King with US President Bill Clinton and Vice-President Al Gore https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/27/obama-1666872525697_1841958439f_large.jpg File photo: US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden host former US President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama for the unveiling of their official White House portraits, in the East Room of the White House, in Washington, US, September, 7, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T18:34:07.161+04:00 From Carter to Trump: Why Washington keeps getting Iran wrong Americas, Mena, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/sharjah-issues-caravan-safety-guidelines-to-prevent-fires-and-protect-occupants-1.500631632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/nnq6tfhc/Sharjah-Civil-Defence-issuses-Caravan-safety-guidelines.png The authority advised owners to inspect electrical wiring and connections regularly and ensure that suitable fire extinguishers are readily available and maintained in good working order. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T18:00:29.927+04:00 Sharjah issues caravan safety guidelines to prevent fires and protect occupants emergencies, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/banking/crypto-payments-in-uae-explained-1.500629742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/047qom32/Bitcoin_17ade1dcec2_original_ratio.jpg Bitcoin and other digital assets are gaining new payment uses, but strict regulations still shape how transactions work. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T17:28:29.782+04:00 Crypto payments in UAE: What can you buy with Bitcoin? Living-Banking, YourMoney-Cryptocurrency, Markets, UAE Central Bank, Cryptocurrency https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-unveils-dh80m-plan-to-light-up-dubai-creek-1.500631630 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/57q5nep6/Creek-2.jpg Six key locations will be illuminated to create a vibrant nighttime destination. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T17:18:49.580+04:00 Dubai unveils Dh80m plan to light up Dubai Creek Government, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-aims-to-increase-emirati-teachers-in-private-schools-to-3000-by-2033-1.500631614 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/u4kik3mf/Emirati-Educator-Forum.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/telnswoe/Amina_Alkawari_jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T17:07:36.991+04:00 Dubai aims to increase Emirati teachers in private schools to 3,000 by 2033 Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-consulate-in-dubai-clarifies-tatkal-service-for-urgent-applications-as-expats-face-passport-delays-in-uae-1.500631573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/wb5217c9/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-05-at-4.58.08-PM.jpeg Dr E Vishnu Vardhan Reddy Gulf News en 2026-08-05T17:03:56.645+04:00 Indian Consulate in Dubai clarifies Tatkal service for urgent applications as expats face passport delays in UAE UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/can-spider-man-become-cinemas-first-3-billion-film-only-seven-films-have-passed-2-billion-in-the-box-office-1.500631610 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/rhm5pw35/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-9.png Only seven films have made more than $2 billion worldwide. Here's why Avatar stopped short of $3 billion and whether Spider-Man or Avengers could become the first film to reach the milestone. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/816a2fbb/merlin136943931c7277997-0176-4aa2-af30-c52d693cfd7c-superJumbo.jpg Avengers: Infinity War (2018) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/kbx2l831/45.jpg Tom Holland in a scene from "Spider-Man: Brand New Day." Gulf News en 2026-08-05T17:01:55.788+04:00 Can Spider-Man become cinema's first $3 billion film? Only seven films have passed $2 billion in the box office Entertainment, hollywood, Marvel https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august-5-1.500631589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ht7g97se/preview.jpg Washington and Tehran move closer to a possible arrangement, but shipping risks and Red Sea attacks keep tensions elevated. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:57:12.364+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know this evening (August 5) Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/travel-scams-soar-as-cybercriminals-target-emirates-booking-sites-1.500631586 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/qzl57are/gulfnews2026-07-02si6hbtd0online-travel-booking.avif The attacks rely on fake airline websites, fraudulent ride-hailing platforms and deceptive booking pages designed to trick users into revealing sensitive financial information. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:46:55.592+04:00 Travel scams soar as cybercriminals target Emirates, booking sites Aviation, UAE, travel, Summer flights https://gulfnews.com/uae/were-hiring-abu-dhabi-business-reporter-1.500631572 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/35uh4loe/abu-dhabi-business-reporter.png Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:43:25.326+04:00 We're hiring: Abu Dhabi Business Reporter UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/spacex-rocket-stage-believed-to-have-slammed-into-moon-2-1.500631575 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-27/mrf1iol5/newsml_afp_com_20250227T003822Z_doc_36yn97q.jpeg Intuitive Machines' Athena lander on top of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, launches toward the moon from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, Florida, February 26, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:36:48.725+04:00 SpaceX rocket stage believed to have slammed into Moon Americas, Space https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-traffic-nears-normal-in-june-with-recovery-gaining-pace-in-q2-salik-ceo-1.500631531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/11/Stock-Salik_189e3128d31_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:27:13.447+04:00 Dubai traffic nears normal in June, with recovery gaining pace in Q2: Salik CEO Markets, Salik https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-adds-three-new-areas-to-dubai-bus-on-demand-network-as-ridership-rises-25-1.500631553 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/v0i4f4z7/حافلات-تحت-الطلب-تتوسع-إلى-20-منطقة-في-دبي-وتنقل-أكثر-من-نصف-مليون-راكب-في-ستة-أشهر-فقط-1.JPG 25.1 percent growth in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ba3ksftk/حافلات-تحت-الطلب-تتوسع-إلى-20-منطقة-في-دبي-وتنقل-أكثر-من-نصف-مليون-راكب-في-ستة-أشهر-فقط-2.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:20:27.762+04:00 RTA adds three new areas to Dubai Bus-On-Demand network as ridership rises 25% Transport, UAE, UAE, RTA, Dubai transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/fake-part-time-job-scams-dubai-police-warns-residents-of-bank-account-fraud-1.500631558 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/jywnck1t/HO9RPLIWIAA5fW.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:19:47.318+04:00 Fake part-time job scams: Dubai Police warns residents of bank account fraud Crime, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-advances-kalba-ring-road-expansion-project-1.500631525 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/l5rfi4uj/reader_picture_17b0720275c_original_ratio.jpg Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:08:16.091+04:00 Sharjah advances Kalba ring road expansion project Transport, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/cerave-moisturiser-review-the-dermatologist-favourite-explained-1.500617718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-23/k44wdoj7/cerave-1.png CeraVe Moisturising Cream Gulf News en 2026-08-05T16:00:00.000+04:00 CeraVe moisturiser review: the dermatologist favourite explained Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-and-georgina-rodriguez-wedding-this-weekend-heres-what-we-know-1.500631512 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/urcap2q7/Ron-wed.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:55:53.005+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez wedding this weekend? Here’s what we know Football, Lifestyle, football, Cristiano Ronaldo, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/why-is-it-raining-in-the-uae-when-its-nearly-50c-the-answer-starts-near-madagascar-1.500631464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/zveszo4z/Rain UAE summer rains https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/jt9dt1nb/residents.jpg Residents enjoying the rain in Manama, near Fujairah, on August 4. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:44:19.267+04:00 Why is it raining in the UAE when it's nearly 50°C? The answer starts near Madagascar UAE, Weather, UAE weather, Rain https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/sharjah-civil-defence-unveils-three-new-firefighting-and-rescue-vehicles-1.500631382 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/cdd2b7jd/HO8pt6DaMAAN1Wo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:40:27.271+04:00 Sharjah Civil Defence unveils three new firefighting and rescue vehicles emergencies https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-orders-cooperatives-to-retire-workers-aged-70-and-above-1.500631255 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/sg1ev68x/gulfnewsimport20190415Kuwaitresources116a4505d5b9large.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:34:45.428+04:00 Kuwait orders cooperatives to retire workers aged 70 and above Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shah-rukh-khan-replaces-virat-kohli-at-top-of-celebrity-brand-list-1.500631476 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-22/63022p36/newsml_afp_com_20250322T144943Z_doc_37j36vk.jpeg Shah Rukh Khan with Virat Kohli Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:21:03.476+04:00 Shah Rukh Khan replaces Virat Kohli at top of celebrity brand list Cricket, BollyWood, Lifestyle, celebrity wars, Virat Kohli, shah rukh khan, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/montenegro-visa-free-entry-uae-residents-1.500631440 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/tjftd82v/markfo-kotor-43729241920.jpg From dramatic Adriatic coastlines and medieval towns to direct flights from Dubai, Montenegro is fast becoming one of the UAE's most sought-after summer destinations. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:18:35.201+04:00 Montenegro visa-free entry for UAE residents: Why this European escape is booming this summer Living-UAE, Travel, Aviation, UAE Travel, Europe travel https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/the-price-of-waiting-why-clint-khan-says-dubais-strongest-investment-opportunities-are-becoming-more-selective-1.500631461 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/0qqqp08m/IMG3611.JPG Clint Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:08:57.038+04:00 The price of waiting: Why Clint Khan says Dubai’s strongest investment opportunities are becoming more selective Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/moviedom-launches-indian-film-festival-of-dubai-1.500631460 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/fascr4p2/Movie-Dom.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:07:38.525+04:00 Moviedom launches Indian Film Festival of Dubai Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/netflix-confirms-musafir-cafe-season-2-just-12-days-after-its-streaming-debut-release-date-and-details-1.500631430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/298h8cjj/MusafirCafe.jpg.avif Musafir Cafe started streaming on 24 July. Netflix confirmed a second season on Wednesday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ulpayo27/s87qdfn8mahima-625x30024July26.jpeg.webp Gulf News en 2026-08-05T15:00:02.272+04:00 Netflix confirms Musafir Cafe Season 2 just 12 days after its streaming debut: Release date and details Entertainment, TV, netflix https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/dubai-business-school-and-harvard-business-school-online-collaborate-to-advance-future-focused-business-education-1.500631407 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/1gs0ytzf/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-16-at-20.40.27-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ynior986/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-16-at-20.40.28-2.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:45:59.511+04:00 Dubai Business School and Harvard Business School Online collaborate to advance future-focused business education Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/sajid-khan-proves-pakistans-trump-card-yet-again-1.500631394 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/n7y6ofu5/newsml_afp_com_20260804T200452Z_doc_c3y928p.jpeg Sajid Khan of Pakistan celebrates the dismissal of unseen Amir Jangoo of West Indies during the third day of the second Test match between West Indies and Pakistan at Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, on August 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:41:56.480+04:00 Sajid Khan proves Pakistan’s trump card yet again Sport, Cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/watch-goalkeeper-shown-red-card-after-bizarre-incident-1.500631406 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/7dsez2mq/Goalie.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:38:06.573+04:00 Watch: Goalkeeper shown red card after bizarre incident Football, football https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/golden-dragon-marks-50-years-with-grand-opening-of-its-new-flagship-restaurant-1.500631398 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/0b6wprph/Golden-Dragon.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:36:45.811+04:00 Golden Dragon marks 50 years with grand opening of its new flagship restaurant Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/arab-monetary-fund-staff-and-families-gain-hotel-gym-and-leisure-discounts-1.500631395 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/26/The-UAE-s-competitive-dining-scene-often-features-promotions-and-discounts--making-it-an-attractive-option-for-cost-conscious-consumers._18b6c9455d7_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:32:11.226+04:00 Arab Monetary Fund staff and families gain hotel, gym and leisure discounts Retail https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/no-relief-for-sara-duterte-as-philippine-supreme-court-dismisses-impeachment-petitions-1.500631389 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/cyzpr62d/newsml_afp_com_20260707T051515Z_doc_b9fw96b.jpeg Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:29:19.378+04:00 No relief for Sara Duterte as Philippine Supreme Court dismisses impeachment petitions Philippines, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-tourists-can-claim-vat-refunds-at-19340-stores-and-on-noon-purchases-1.500631374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/yupsjafk/VAT-refund VAT refund Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:18:08.726+04:00 UAE tourists can claim VAT refunds at 19,340 stores and on Noon purchases Retail https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/we-thought-we-would-die-inside-air-indias-terrifying-turbulence-ordeal-and-what-caused-it-1.500631362 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/9ecxikyx/turbuilance.avif Overhead bin flaps hang open above the aisle after violent turbulence rocked the Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:16:03.514+04:00 ‘We thought we would die’: Inside Air India’s terrifying turbulence ordeal —and what caused it India, Aviation, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/mohamed-salah-set-to-join-trabzonspor-on-a-two-year-deal-1.500631149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/61ezr7i7/newsml_afp_com_20260805T100830Z_doc_c3z89pt.jpeg Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah gestures as he arrives at Istanbul Ataturk Airport to complete his transfer to Turkish football club Trabzonspor in Istanbul on August 5, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T14:13:48.729+04:00 Mohamed Salah arrives in Istanbul to ecstatic welcome from hundreds of fans Football, football, Mohamed Salah, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-south-fire-caused-by-workshop-accident-no-injuries-reported-civil-defence-1.500631361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/16/Dubai-Civil-Defence_18787d37ffd_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T13:55:06.489+04:00 Dubai South fire caused by workshop accident, no injuries reported: Civil Defence UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/fifa-president-infantino-holds-emergency-talks-with-directors-1.500631360 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/cxmb20br/preview.jpg FILE - FIFA President Gianni Infantino, right, talks to UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin during the FIFA 75th Congress at the Conmebol Convention Center in Luque, Paraguay, Thursday, May 15, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T13:53:08.291+04:00 FIFA president Infantino holds emergency talks with directors Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-99-of-uae-labour-disputes-settled-without-court-1.500631337 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/13/MOHRE-v1-1702473148143_18c634ea700_large.jpg The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) headquarters. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/p4vfmd3t/Dr-Ahmed-Al-Qara.jpg Ahmed Al Qara, Director of Labour Relations Department at MOHRE Gulf News en 2026-08-05T13:29:32.411+04:00 How 99% of UAE labour disputes settled without court? UAE, UAE Labour Law https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-revokes-visa-of-brazilian-ambassador-to-washington-2-1.500631332 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/6npqiy2z/preview.jpg Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva speaks to supporters during the Workers' Party convention, where he was confirmed as the party's presidential candidate for the next election in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T13:27:18.615+04:00 US revokes visa of Brazilian ambassador to Washington Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/pradeep-rawats-ghajini-scarred-audiences-with-one-iron-rod-clink-how-he-got-aamir-khan-on-board-1.500631290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/yqpj5rlm/praddep.webp Pradeep Rawat as Ghajini Gulf News en 2026-08-05T13:17:29.725+04:00 Pradeep Rawat’s Ghajini scarred audiences with one iron rod clink: How he got Aamir Khan on board Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dxb-turns-into-indoor-walking-track-as-dubai-mallathon-lands-at-worlds-busiest-airport-1.500631296 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/uem1tfuw/Dubai-Mallathon.jpg Dubai Mallathon to turn DXB into an indoor walking track as part of a citywide initiative to encourage healthier and more active lifestyles. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T13:16:24.644+04:00 DXB joins Dubai Mallathon, transforming world’s busiest airport into fitness venue Lifestyle, people, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/dubais-1m-global-water-award-targets-ai-powered-water-solutions-1.500631302 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-22/smk3jhar/Saeed_Mohammed_Al_Tayer_MD_CEO_of_DEWA.JPG Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer Gulf News en 2026-08-05T13:10:40.515+04:00 Dubai’s $1m Global Water Award targets AI-powered water solutions Environment, Environment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-duty-free-lets-uae-residents-pay-with-crypto-at-dxb-and-online-1.500631261 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/4ghx6cxr/HO8C0OqaQAA1g6l.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ggto3w6r/HO8C1AVbcAIh3vr.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:52:35.429+04:00 Dubai Duty Free lets UAE residents pay with crypto at DXB and online Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/yallah-eala-philippine-embassy-in-uae-celebrates-tennis-stars-remarkable-rise-1.500631247 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/r9t0o3m0/Capture1.PNG The Philippine Embassy in the UAE warmly congratulates Filipino tennis star Alex Eala on her recent landmark achievement https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/1xcq5tpc/Capture1.PNG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/a58nrw41/Capture2.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:50:45.280+04:00 'Yallah Eala': Philippine Embassy in UAE celebrates tennis star's remarkable rise Tennis, UAE, Pinoy, UAE, Filipina tennis player, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/al-wathba-date-festival-celebrates-uae-farming-heritage-1.500631259 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/k3skn23j/dtes.jpg The inaugural event welcomed dozens of farmers, hundreds of harvest baskets and crowned the winners of the Largest Date Bunch competition. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:45:52.625+04:00 Al Wathba Date Festival celebrates UAE farming heritage people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/why-financial-talent-will-shape-uae-wealth-management-1.500630428 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ojtbck98/Brendan-Gow-and-the-Capital-Haus-Team.jpg The Capital Haus team with Founder and Executive Chairman, Brendan Gow https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/oekan8la/Brendan_Gow___Co___Founder_of_Capital_Haus.jpg Brendan Gow, Founder and Executive Chairman of Capital Haus Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:33:00.918+04:00 Why financial talent will shape UAE wealth management Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-sees-sharp-rise-in-alternative-penalties-to-imprisonment-1.500631238 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/lnaigf8z/ADJD.jpg The Judicial Department says greater use of community service and electronic monitoring is helping rehabilitate offenders and support their reintegration into society. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:28:36.789+04:00 Abu Dhabi sees sharp rise in alternative penalties to imprisonment Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-adds-nine-african-routes-with-single-ticket-travel-through-saa-1.500631240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/sgwvpfs9/emiratesandsouthafricanairwaysexpandcodeshareagreement.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:28:25.540+04:00 Emirates adds nine African routes with single-ticket travel through SAA Aviation, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/list-of-all-movies-that-made-1-billion-as-spider-man-brand-new-day-joins-cinemas-elite-1.500631220 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/cdpa7fih/brandnewday.webp Zendaya and Tom Holland in Spider Man in Spider-Man Brand New Day https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-15/t815dyh8/preview.jpg This image released by A24 shows the characters Lady Yin, left, and Ne Zha in a scene from "Ne Zha 2." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/l2vgkglm/Richard_Attenborough__Laura_Dern__and_Sam_Neill_in_Jurassic_Park__1993__1579583274771_16fc67fff15_or.jpg Jurassic Park (1993): Spielberg strikes again with Jurassic Park, based on a 1990 novel, about a wealthy business man and a team of genetic scientists who create a park of resurrected dinosaurs. Of course, disaster ensues. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/pdwyo5sc/newsml_afp_com_20260609T000000Z_PH_GTY_2280809515.jpeg A view of Toy Story characters are seen during the Toy Story 5 Los Angeles World Premiere at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California on June 09, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-11/wi4bn9z7/preview.jpg This image released by Disney shows Lo'ak, performed by Britain Dalton, left, and Tsireya, performed by Bailey Bass in a scene from "Avatar: Fire and Ash." Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:22:29.561+04:00 List of all movies that made $1 billion as Spider-Man: Brand New Day joins cinema's elite Entertainment, HollyWood https://gulfnews.com/world/yemens-houthis-say-attacked-saudi-oil-tanker-in-the-red-sea-1.500631157 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/5ajvlj20/202608053892293.jpg Yemen condemns Houthi attack on Indian cargo vessel in Red Sea (File Image) Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:19:36.459+04:00 Yemen's Houthis say attacked Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea World https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/hiring-a-domestic-worker-in-the-uae-heres-what-you-need-to-know-1.500631216 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/exwllnz5/How_to_apply_for_refund_on_a_domestic_worker_s_visa_deposit__1753bb20f7e_original_ratio.jpg MoHRE says employers must understand the key differences between licensed recruitment agencies and direct hiring before signing a contract. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T12:07:19.577+04:00 Hiring a domestic worker in the UAE? Here's what you need to know Government, MoHRE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shame-on-you-for-calling-yourself-a-leader-khushbu-sundar-tears-into-udhayanidhi-stalin-over-trisha-krishnan-row-1.500631212 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ve6zp4jx/202603103703182.jpg Khushboo Sundar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-13/4t7jrj4k/VIJAY-TRISHA-11.jpg Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T11:56:29.119+04:00 'Shame on you for calling yourself a leader': Khushbu Sundar tears into Udhayanidhi Stalin over Trisha Krishnan row Entertainment, South-Indian, India, Tamil Cinema https://gulfnews.com/world/perez-hilton-hospitalised-after-police-respond-to-tiktok-livestream-concerns-what-happened-1.500631199 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/l23hlm6f/newsml_afp_com_20251111T000000Z_PH_GTY_2246294769.jpeg Authorities confirmed the man had been alone inside the home during the livestream. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T11:55:19.827+04:00 Perez Hilton hospitalised after police respond to TikTok livestream concerns: What happened World, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/how-overseas-filipino-workers-can-get-up-to-50000-to-complete-a-bachelors-degree-1.500631192 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/p21lz2t5/Graduation 500 qualified OFWs will form the first batch of LEAP-OFWs scholars. Photo for illustrative purposes only Gulf News en 2026-08-05T11:51:49.290+04:00 How overseas Filipino workers can get up to ₱50,000 to complete a bachelor's degree Philippines, UAE, Education, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/qasr-al-watan-named-among-worlds-top-100-travel-experiences-for-2026-1.500631178 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/zb07nxzq/xbg0619s1ka0shcpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T11:38:15.463+04:00 Qasr Al Watan named among world's top 100 travel experiences for 2026 UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/jyotika-once-earned-3-times-more-than-suriya-now-its-30-times-less-1.500631164 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/rfuuhhu0/jtotika.webp Jyotika and Suriya have been married for nearly 20 years. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T11:27:35.877+04:00 Jyotika once earned 3 times more than Suriya: ‘Now it’s 30 times less' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-shoppers-can-compare-8343-essential-goods-prices-across-525-outlets-1.500631150 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-04/at2ldy3g/UAEgrocery. UAE grocery Gulf News en 2026-08-05T11:20:49.898+04:00 UAE shoppers can compare 8,343 essential goods prices across 525 outlets Retail, Food https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/shandong-auto-and-auto-parts-matchmaking-event-held-in-sharjah-uae-1.500631148 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/uuvapafs/PHOTO-2026-08-04-16-48-08.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T11:05:14.569+04:00 Shandong Auto and Auto Parts matchmaking event held in Sharjah, UAE Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/apparel-group-launches-aivi-for-smarter-back-to-school-shopping-1.500631134 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/n0bki10k/PHOTO-2026-08-05-07-54-18.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:55:00.177+04:00 Apparel Group launches AIVI for smarter Back-to-School shopping Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-shuts18-illegal-warehouses-in-jeddah-in-enforcement-raid-1.500630924 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/i0c5fcr9/Jeddah.webp 18 illegal warehouses have been closed during a joint enforcement campaign targeting unlicensed storage and distribution activities in Jeddah. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:34:41.441+04:00 Saudi Arabia shuts18 illegal warehouses in Jeddah in enforcement raid Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/mohamed-salah-to-arrive-in-turkey-to-complete-free-transfer-with-trabzon-1.500630919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/56ejbchj/Mo-Salah.webp Turkish club Trabzonspor said Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah will arrive in Turkey on Wednesday to complete formalities for his proposed free transfer following his departure from Liverpool. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:34:10.372+04:00 Mohamed Salah to arrive in Turkey to complete free transfer with Trabzon Football, Football transfers https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-approves-partial-land-ownership-for-housing-developments-1.500630935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/sh2vpjmf/Riyadh.webp The new framework is expected to provide greater flexibility for real estate developers by allowing housing projects to be established under a partial ownership model, supporting the growth of integrated residential communities and broadening investment opportunities in the property market. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:33:18.833+04:00 Saudi Arabia approves partial land ownership for housing developments Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-warns-consumers-to-stop-using-benq-portable-projector-over-fire-risk-1.500630941 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/f0vp8ifb/adobe-express-template-26-21.jpeg Consumers have been urged to stop using the BenQ GV31 Portable Projector immediately after identifying a battery defect that could pose a fire risk. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:32:53.355+04:00 Oman warns consumers to stop using BenQ portable projector over fire risk Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/european-technical-llc-launches-annual-maintenance-contracts-for-dubai-landlords-ahead-of-peak-summer-season-1.500631100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/s6ckvyv1/image2-new.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:27:28.518+04:00 European Technical LLC launches annual maintenance contracts for Dubai landlords ahead of peak summer season Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/former-pakistan-cricketers-face-pcb-ban-over-unauthorised-league-1.500631097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-01/5nepqs03/8h1LvYF5_400x400.png PCB bars use of Pakistan’s name in private cricket leagues after WCL fiasco: Report Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:19:09.707+04:00 Former Pakistan cricketers face PCB ban over unauthorised league Cricket, cricket, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/analysis/dubai-real-estate-developers-prioritise-strategic-land-acquisitions-over-scale-1.500631096 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/tks9gaw0/STAFFNAT_260312_Dubai_Skyline_VSAKLANI_11773321046344.jpg Dubai skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/0xun5j6n/Casa.jpeg Luthfullah K Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:17:01.775+04:00 Dubai real estate developers prioritise strategic land acquisitions over scale Analysis https://gulfnews.com/uae/levoit-everestair-lands-in-the-uae-bringing-pure-air-to-families-battling-year-round-allergies-and-dust-1.500622711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-28/2mn2xenp/1.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-28/fattybr6/2.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-28/3zk8xgz4/4.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-28/uee29z31/3.png Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:16:16.645+04:00 Levoit EverestAir lands in the UAE, bringing pure air to families battling year-round allergies and dust UAE, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/my-life-with-the-walter-boys-a-snoozy-netflix-show-where-everything-happens-yet-nothing-happens-bring-on-season-3-1.500631072 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/h1i3ot5t/alex.jpg The poster of My Life with The Walter Boys, Nikki Rodriguez, Noah LaLonde and Ashby Gentry. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:08:09.788+04:00 My Life With the Walter Boys: A snoozy Netflix show where everything happens, yet nothing happens. Bring on Season 3 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/agthia-proposes-144-higher-dividend-after-h1-profit-jumps-147-1.500631085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/15/Stock---Agthia_186e4a5b837_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:08:07.165+04:00 Agthia proposes 14.4% higher dividend after H1 profit jumps 147% Markets https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-coolers-and-ice-boxes-on-amazonae-2026-keep-food-and-drinks-colder-for-longer-1.500603338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/cgand3vi/watercoolers-1.png Coolers by the beach Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:01:00.000+04:00 Best coolers and ice boxes on Amazon.ae 2026: Keep food and drinks colder for longer Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/therabody-theragun-review-a-premium-massage-gun-that-earns-its-place-for-regular-recovery-1.500599722 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/9bly9sl4/therabody-1.png Muscle Recovery Essentials Gulf News en 2026-08-05T10:00:00.000+04:00 Therabody Theragun review: A premium massage gun that earns its place for regular recovery Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/technology/top-10-billionaires-shaping-the-global-chip-industry-in-ai-age-leaders-behind-nvidia-tsmc-arm-intel-amd-samsung-asml-foxconn-cambricon-1.500629053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/rhg82i9r/top-chipmakers.jpg TOP CHIP EXECS: As AI adoption accelerates, demand for high-performance chips has surged, transforming semiconductor companies into some of the world's most valuable businesses and creating unprecedented wealth for their founders and major shareholders. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/q45aqk02/Jensen_Huang_1891c719820_original_ratio.jpg Jensen Huang https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/g4ob9rve/preview.jpg Masayoshi Son, chairman and CEO of SoftBank Group, speaks during a business event in Tokyo, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (Miyuki Saito/Kyodo News via AP) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/q00su88m/samuelisrz2527_720x4801.jpg Henry Samueli is a co-founder and chair of Broadcom, a US tech giant that supplies chips for wireless and broadband communication. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/xwp32h0e/newsml_afp_com_20260424T054639Z_doc_a8tw7vb.jpeg Lei Jun, Chairman and CEO of Chinese electronics company Xiaomi, introduces Xiaomi's Vision Gran Turismo concept car at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 24, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/fup8hrb5/Cambricon-CNS.webp Chen Tianshi, 41. His meteoric rise underscores how China’s robust support for its domestic AI industry is minting a new class of state-aligned tech elites. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/dmib9zr0/HenryNicholasNAC.jpeg Henry Thompson Nicholas III, 66, holds a Master's and PhD in Electrical Engineering from University of California Los Angeles. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/z5b5q7p0/jason-richard-chang-1.jpg Jason Chang (right) and Richard Chang. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/1ftsnptf/Morris-Chang.webp Morris Chang https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/p83hd5lj/Model_B_Terry_Gou__founder_of_Foxconn_Technology_Group___183ea55c20c_original_ratio.jpg Foxconn’s founder Terry Gou. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/nmq0h2sk/Mark_Liu_TSMC_18fe840b6d1_original_ratio.jpg Mark Liu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/5kdc4zbg/newsml_afp_com_20260706T172212Z_doc_b9et9rv.jpeg Intel Corporation CEO Lip-Bu Tan (R) watches as US President Donald Trump speaks during a Rose Garden Club event on the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, DC, on July 6, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-24/nfefpeh3/ANI_20260724075050.jpg Lisa Su, Chair and CEO, AMD Gulf News en 2026-08-05T09:58:42.118+04:00 Top billionaires shaping the global chip industry in AI age: Leaders behind NVIDIA, TSMC, Arm, Intel, AMD, Samsung, ASML, Foxconn, Cambricon Technology, Business https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/will-vvs-laxman-replace-ajit-agarkar-as-team-india-chief-selector-1.500631067 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/08/24/VVS-Laxman_182d0312965_large.jpg VVS Laxman Gulf News en 2026-08-05T09:53:36.779+04:00 Will VVS Laxman replace Ajit Agarkar as Team India chief selector? Cricket, cricket, india, BCCI https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-pmi-rises-to-four-month-high-after-june-slump-hiring-resumes-1.500631051 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-23/3h6k65z5/STAFFNAT_250923_Ru_ya_Careers_Fair_VSAKLANI_291758625557825.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T09:39:47.420+04:00 UAE PMI rises to four-month high after June slump, hiring resumes economy, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/adnoc-distribution-profit-jumps-59-to-record-568-million-dividend-approved-1.500631038 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/11/11/ADNOC-Distribution_175b5da6de9_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T09:23:02.548+04:00 ADNOC Distribution profit jumps 59% to record $568 million, dividend approved Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alcaraz-withdraws-from-cincinnati-masters-with-wrist-injury-2-1.500631037 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/6gnw3gfl/Copy_of_898682_01_02_1713267986471_18ee6bad039_original_ratio.jpg Carlos Alcaraz Gulf News en 2026-08-05T09:17:22.665+04:00 Alcaraz withdraws from Cincinnati Masters with wrist injury Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/dana-gas-begins-iraq-gas-supplies-to-support-kirkuk-electricity-generation-1.500631019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/i9xw25q8/03KhorMorKM250ExpansionFacilities.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T09:09:37.165+04:00 Dana Gas begins Iraq gas supplies to support Kirkuk electricity generation Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/south-korea-police-raid-starbucks-hq-over-tank-day-fiasco-1.500630974 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/389uk271/newsml_afp_com_20260622T075710Z_doc_b7uh963.jpeg The logo of Starbucks coffee company is seen on a shop's window in Seoul on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T09:08:16.781+04:00 South Korea police raid Starbucks HQ over 'Tank Day' fiasco Asia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/7-biggest-k-dramas-of-2026-still-to-come-ji-chang-wook-and-son-ye-jins-romance-song-kangs-return-and-more-1.500630224 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-27/2xgy8833/Untitled-design-1.png Scandal: The drama follows a web of intrigue and power as its characters engage in a high-stakes game of love and deception. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/mj05hl40/remarried-empress.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T08:57:18.464+04:00 7 biggest K-Dramas of 2026 still to come: Ji Chang-wook and Son Ye-jin's romance, Song Kang's return and more Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-5-2026-1.500630992 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/ts9v9cwt/DXB_Dubai_International_Airport_182d025b890_original_ratio.jpeg A scene inside Dubai International Airport (DXB). Gulf News en 2026-08-05T08:46:09.535+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 5, 2026) UAE https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dirham-strength-against-indian-pakistani-rupees-and-philippine-peso-opens-lucrative-transfer-window-for-expats-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/ynbdspij/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_101780888254797.jpg Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T08:38:02.950+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/south-1.500630538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/t29ls5w6/MOHAN-11.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/65v4921c/Chattakari.jpg A poster of the 1974 Malayalam film Chattakari, one of Mohan Sharma's breakthrough movies. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/fxp84hvn/Mohan-Sharma Mohan Sharma during the early years of his acting career. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T08:31:00.000+04:00 Veteran actor Mohan Sharma seeks help in old age home after decades on screen South-Indian, India https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/brazil-wants-argentine-ambassador-out-buenos-aires-1.500630933 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/sxzz962d/newsml_afp_com_20260803T020940Z_doc_c3tq8tb.jpeg This combination of pictures created on August 02, 2026 shows Argentina’s President Javier Milei speaking during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos on January 21, 2026, and Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva speaking during an event to highlight accomplishments in the first two years in office in Brasilia on April 3, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T08:19:27.567+04:00 Brazil wants Argentine ambassador out: Buenos Aires Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/no-shame-in-admitting-it-failed-adipurush-writer-on-prabhas-film-asks-fans-to-stop-ramayana-comparisons-1.500630978 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/9a47ddip/prabhas.webp Gulf News en 2026-08-05T08:14:52.894+04:00 ‘No shame in admitting it failed’: Adipurush writer on Prabhas film, asks fans to stop Ramayana comparisons Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-were-having-very-good-discussions-insists-iran-keen-to-find-a-way-to-end-conflict-1.500630944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/mck9ltjq/20260407007.JPG US-Iran tensions deepen after Trump’s fresh warning to Tehran Gulf News en 2026-08-05T08:07:54.197+04:00 Trump on Iran: 'We're having very good discussions', insists Tehran keen to find a way to end conflict Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/emirati-womens-day-this-dubai-label-turns-traditional-khoos-weaving-into-fashion-1.500630971 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/tztr0mvy/Dr.-Eng.-Suaad-Al-Shamsi-Amal-Ibrahim-Amani-Al-Shehhi-Reem-Al-Kaabi.JPG Dr. Eng. Suaad Al Shamsi, Amal Ibrahim, Amani Al Shehhi, Reem Al Kaabi, were panelists for the event. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T07:58:29.112+04:00 Emirati Women's Day: This Dubai Label turns traditional Khoos weaving into fashion Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/travel/flying-from-the-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flydubai-flights-cancellations-advisories-1.500630969 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/6oqi58s5/gulfnews2024-11-183b3019asflight18594ab55f7originalratio.avif Airlines continue to revise flight schedules due to operational constraints and temporary airspace restrictions across parts of the Gulf region. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T07:56:56.950+04:00 Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai flights cancellations, advisories Travel, Aviation, UAE Travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/singer-neha-bhasin-hits-out-at-bhumi-pednekar-over-scripted-neet-protest-remarks-keep-quiet-1.500630959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ggaciwoq/Untitled-design.png Bhumi's comments came amid protests led by the CJP over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T07:49:13.137+04:00 Singer Neha Bhasin hits out at Bhumi Pednekar over 'scripted' NEET protest remarks: ‘Keep quiet' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-why-are-there-two-routes-1.500630923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/iga1tcmh/isw.jpg Map from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) and Critical Threats Project showing competing maritime traffic separation schemes in the Strait of Hormuz as August 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T07:48:30.765+04:00 Strait of Hormuz: Why are there two 'routes'? Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/uaes-wynn-al-marjan-island-in-ras-al-khaimah-sets-opening-date-project-cost-climbs-to-57-billion-1.500630954 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-16/43v0q2go/Wynn-Al-Marjan-Island-1.jpg Construction is progressing rapidly at Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Wynn Resorts has confirmed the integrated resort will welcome its first guests in September 2027. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T07:35:47.743+04:00 UAE's Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah sets opening date; project cost climbs to $5.7 billion Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah tourism https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tom-hollands-spider-man-brand-new-day-crosses-1-billion-worldwide-in-just-six-days-1.500630952 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/wb62bldc/preview.jpg This image released by Sony Pictures shows Tom Holland in a scene from "Spider-Man: Brand New Day." (Sony Pictures via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-05T07:27:34.543+04:00 Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Brand New Day crosses $1 billion worldwide in just six days, leaves The Odyssey behind Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-says-us-iran-talks-underway-calls-it-irans-last-chance-before-decapitation-1.500629793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/6omo6uni/preview.jpg Iran outlines conditions for Strait of Hormuz shipping deal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/6omo6uni/preview.jpg FILE - A man sits on a surfboard as a container ship and other commercial vessels appear anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Monday, July 27, 2026. (Razieh Poudat/ISNA via AP, File) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/12/08/REG-Netanyahu-1575811098449_16ee5a92752_large.jpg Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ozlu6c4d/rezaee.jpeg Iranian Major Gen. Mohsen Rezaei https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-15/16igi7lz/newsml_afp_com_20250915T180837Z_doc_74l99md.jpeg Qatar's Foreign Mininstry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari Gulf News en 2026-08-05T07:23:19.031+04:00 US-Iran talks: Washington seeks denuclearisation deal as Europe weighs Hormuz role Mena, Donald Trump, Israel, Gaza, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-tops-79-oil-prices-edge-higher-as-markets-weigh-us-iran-talks-hormuz-reopening-1.500630928 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.797567_4219047303_16ada58c407_large.jpg As of 10:58 am (Aug. 5) Tokyo time on Wednesday, OilPrice.com data showed WTI crude at $75.88 a barrel, up 11 cents, or 0.15%, while Brent crude was at $79.61, up 27 cents, or 0.34%. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T06:55:58.739+04:00 Brent tops $79: Oil prices edge higher as markets weigh US-Iran talks, Hormuz reopening Energy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aishwarya-rai-bachchan-aaradhya-greet-airport-staff-with-namaste-as-they-return-from-us-trip-1.500630912 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/9j2oal8u/202608053892030.jpg Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Aaradhya greet airport staff with ‘Namaste’ as they return from US trip Gulf News en 2026-08-05T06:40:44.019+04:00 Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Aaradhya greet airport staff with ‘Namaste’ as they return from US trip Entertainment, ians https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-afternoon-rain-chances-persist-through-sunday-as-temperatures-near-49c-1.500630909 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-28/25euq17i/rain Partly cloudy skies, scattered rain chances to linger over eastern and southern areas Gulf News en 2026-08-05T06:39:55.620+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Afternoon rain chances persist through Sunday as temperatures near 49°C Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-long-can-rice-meat-and-dairy-stay-out-in-uae-summer-food-poisoning-risks-and-safe-storage-rules-1.500630645 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/mcsdmh4u/Person_sick_18b8a77d303_original_ratio.jpg High temperatures dramatically speed up bacterial growth, meaning food that looks, smells and even tastes perfectly normal may already be unsafe to eat. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/0mfdz78w/ruba.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/qmkdbr0l/unni3.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T06:00:00.000+04:00 How long can rice, meat and dairy stay out in UAE summer? Food poisoning risks and safe storage rules UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/from-surviving-on-rice-and-soy-sauce-to-creating-jobs-how-the-uae-changed-one-filipino-familys-future-1.500630166 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/52g3jkn8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-02-at-16.34.10.jpeg David family https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/pkt9wcg8/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_02_at_06_31_38.jpeg Joan David https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/fcrb0l5u/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-02-at-06.31.38.jpeg Joan David https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ev37vwsd/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-14.05.45.jpeg David family https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/hzcjvbhz/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-13.59.01.jpeg Joan David with her husband Russell https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/0chspu8z/Capture.PNG Handing out free pandesal Gulf News en 2026-08-05T06:00:00.000+04:00 From surviving on rice and soy sauce to creating jobs: How the UAE changed one Filipino family's future UAE Success Stories, people, UAE, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/princess-eugenie-has-given-birth-to-a-girl-in-portugal-palace-says-1.500630750 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/oua9jyad/preview.jpg FILE - Britain's Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank leave after attending the Christmas day service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham in Norfolk, England, Dec. 25, 2023.(AP Photo/Kin Cheung, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-05T05:45:07.183+04:00 Princess Eugenie has given birth to a girl in Portugal, palace says princess eugenie baby first daughter charles andrew https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/armed-man-arrested-at-trump-la-golf-course-before-presidents-visit-1.500630903 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/obtgolw8/Trump-assassin.jpg The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Jeanine John Taele from nearby Downey, California, was arrested on Sunday afternoon at the golf course in Rancho Palos Verdes. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T05:39:38.306+04:00 Armed man arrested at Trump LA golf course before president's visit Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-oman-make-positive-progress-on-strait-of-hormuz-shipping-framework-iran-foreign-ministry-spokesperson-1.500630899 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/81fajvc3/ANI_20260803072804.jpg Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei Gulf News en 2026-08-05T05:22:47.934+04:00 Iran, Oman make ‘positive’ progress on Strait of Hormuz shipping framework: Iran Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/watch-himmat-singhs-accidental-kick-sparks-one-of-crickets-craziest-run-outs-in-delhi-premier-league-1.500630821 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/jt4wi0t8/run-out.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T05:22:00.000+04:00 Watch: Himmat Singh’s accidental kick sparks one of cricket’s craziest run-outs in Delhi Premier League Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/one-dead-five-injured-after-russia-launches-overnight-attack-on-kyiv-1.500630885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/cz8bo1ts/ANI_20260804235638.jpg Representative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T05:08:15.979+04:00 One dead, five injured after Russia launches overnight attack on Kyiv Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/how-jaywan-cardholders-can-save-on-travel-dining-shopping-entertainment-1.500630639 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/pwf7vcvd/jaywan-4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-05T05:08:00.000+04:00 How Jaywan cardholders can save on travel, dining, shopping, entertainment Banking, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Government, UAE Central Bank https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/from-reactive-care-to-proactive-futures-the-growing-role-of-genetic-counselling-in-shaping-fertility-care-in-the-uae-1.500630633 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/4dpems0g/lab.jpg National premarital genetic screening helps identify carriers and at-risk couples early, supporting informed reproductive decision-making, while newborn screening enables early diagnosis and timely intervention. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/2ui2qyu9/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_03_at_10_41_47.jpeg Dr Arianna D'Angelo Gulf News en 2026-08-05T05:06:00.000+04:00 From reactive care to proactive futures: The growing role of genetic counselling in shaping fertility care in the UAE Op-Eds, Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/property/beyond-supply-glut-manila-condo-market-faces-repricing-what-it-means-1.500630690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-13/apc1snvo/Manila-high-rise-property-under-construction.png Towering high-rises above Manila’s skyline. The Philippine capital's condo market that "overheated" due to POGO-driven speculation is showing early signs of "healing". The problem of a lack of proper housing for millions of Filipinos is not an engineering one; rather, it's a "disconnect" between supply and demand. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/kvto50zq/Screenshot-2026-07-03-at-3.42.13-PM.png A view of the Vertis North development in Quezon City, one of the 16 cities comprising Metro Manila. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/kvto50zq/Screenshot-2026-07-03-at-3.42.13-PM.png A view of the Vertis North development in Quezon City, one of the 16 cities comprising Metro Manila. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/25/Condo-glut-in-Manila-condominium-oversupply_192c2bf07e8_large.jpg Recovery of the Manila condominium market depends on the area, with high-demand districts such as those near universities and rail stations vs low-demand "submarkets", where vacancy could hit up to 50%. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T04:36:03.198+04:00 Beyond supply glut, Manila condo market faces 'repricing': The numbers that matter Property, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/colleague-recalls-dubai-gas-cylinder-blast-that-killed-indian-expat-from-kerala-1.500630876 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/cw7r22h6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-7.56.25-PM.jpeg Shijin Paul Gulf News en 2026-08-05T04:04:55.765+04:00 Colleague recalls Dubai gas cylinder blast that killed Indian expat from Kerala UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/not-true-us-war-secretary-pete-hegseth-rejects-media-reports-claiming-us-missile-defence-stockpiles-dangerously-low-1.500630872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/md6ac2xf/ANI_20260804231602.jpg US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth (File Photo/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-08-05T04:01:23.232+04:00 'Not true': US War Secretary Pete Hegseth rejects media reports claiming US missile defence stockpiles 'dangerously low' Americas, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/lockheed-martin-eyes-more-uae-defence-work-and-deeper-local-talent-push-1.500630361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/yas63gb5/Lockheed-Martin https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/b1aambug/Dan_Mouton_Headshot_May_2024_2025__1__JPG.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/re2gmesi/Lockheed-Martin Gulf News en 2026-08-05T04:00:00.000+04:00 Lockheed Martin eyes more UAE defence work and deeper local talent push Business, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/podcasts/inside-abu-dhabis-rise-as-a-global-entertainment-powerhouse-etharas-david-powell-on-f1-ufc-and-year-round-live-concert-experiences-1.500630294 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/qojx00ib/DSC09109.JPG David Powell, Chief Portfolio and Strategy Officer at Ethara, with The Hustle host and Gulf News Entertainment, Lifestyle and Sports Editor Manjusha Radhakrishnan at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/f0lan18a/DSC09109.JPG David Powell, Chief Portfolio and Strategy Officer at Ethara, with The Hustle host and Gulf News Entertainment, Lifestyle and Sports Editor Manjusha Radhakrishnan at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/01/01/Jennifer-Lopez-performs-in-Times-Square-on-New-Years-Eve-in-New-York-City--U.S.--December-31--2020.-Gary-Hershorn-Pool-via-REUTERS_176bcfa80db_large.jpg Jennifer Lopez, Metallica, Katy Perry, Benson Boone, Post Malone and more headline a packed 2025 UAE concert calendar across Abu Dhabi and Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-15/k60ctoht/newsml_afp_com_20050204T000000Z_PH_GTY_52129866.jpeg Singer Ciara performs on the Pepsi Smash Concert Series for Superbowl XXXIX, February 3, 2005 at the Jacksonville Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/31/20220331-christina-aguilera_17fe0be3806_large.jpg Christina Aguilera https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/h2ujehmw/A_view_of_the_Etihad_Arena_that_will_host_the_IIFA_Awards_in_March_2022_17db80d751f_original_ratio.jpg A view of the Etihad Arena https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/0kleieqr/Fernando_Alonso_5_resources1_16a08524792_original_ratio.jpg Fernando Alonso acknowledges the crowd after his final F1 race at Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina circuit. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/l5h8j119/DSC09115.JPG David Powell of Ethara, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer, in Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-08-05T04:00:00.000+04:00 Inside Abu Dhabi’s rise as a global entertainment powerhouse: Ethara’s David Powell on F1, UFC and year-round live concert experiences Podcasts, UAE, Entertainment, Music, Motorsport, Football, Business, Formula-One, UAE, hollywood, Formula1, Music, Concert, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-deal-takes-shape-as-qatar-says-draft-agreement-is-circulating-1.500630861 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/prqzo6jr/Hormuz.jpg US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine speaks as a map of the Strait of Hormuz is displayed during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, DC. File photo taken on April 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/1wetdxui/newsml_afp_com_20250924T000000Z_PH_GTY_2237130678.jpeg Dr. Majed al-Ansari, Advisor to the Prime Minister of Quatar and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. File photo taken on September 24, 2025 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-08-05T03:27:44.372+04:00 US-Iran deal takes shape as Qatar says draft agreement is 'circulating' Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/cristiano-ronaldo-makes-first-appearance-with-al-nassr-after-world-cup-setback-1.500630805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/7gownny7/Copy_of_341421_01_02_1680344801715_1873c5ae1d1_original_ratio.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo Gulf News en 2026-08-05T00:00:07.028+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo makes first appearance with Al Nassr after World Cup setback Football, football, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-issues-safety-alert-as-rain-thunderstorms-and-strong-winds-forecast-1.500630659 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/40zr5q9o/Rain Residents should avoid leaving home unless necessary during periods of severe weather, stay away from valleys. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T23:57:59.588+04:00 UAE issues safety alert as rain, thunderstorms and strong winds forecast Weather, weatherforecast https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/c1kccb3-qatars-emir-president-discuss-efforts-de-escalate-1.500630795 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/p4ojpkvv/ifo0601z1ka1sw4po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T23:51:22.023+04:00 Trump, Qatar Emir discuss US-Iran de-escalation efforts Qatar, Americas, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/apple-pay-launches-in-the-philippines-with-support-from-major-banks-and-retailers-1.500630799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/qcg50zb3/15.jpg Apple said users' card numbers are not stored on their devices or on Apple servers. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T23:37:28.595+04:00 Apple Pay launches in the Philippines with support from major banks and retailers Technology, Retail, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/netanyahu-says-no-israeli-withdrawal-from-gaza-until-hamas-has-been-completely-disarmed-1.500630794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/01/20240101-netanyahu_18cc6118794_large.jpg Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Gulf News en 2026-08-04T23:25:46.556+04:00 Netanyahu says no Israeli withdrawal from Gaza until Hamas has been completely disarmed Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/yemen/indian-vessel-sinks-in-red-sea-after-projectile-strike-off-yemen-1.500630696 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/r96lh1r4/14.jpg The MEA said the continued attacks on commercial shipping in the region were "deeply worrisome". Gulf News en 2026-08-04T21:34:13.918+04:00 Indian vessel sinks in Red Sea after projectile strike off Yemen Yemen, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/manila-mrt-7-nears-finish-line-as-government-approves-changes-35-minute-commute-in-sight-instead-of-3-hrs-1.500630676 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-03/51cxnsb7/MRT-7-Commonwealth-Avenue-1.jpg A train undergoes a trial run on the under-construction Metro Rail Transit Line 7 (MRT-7). The $1.27-billion project is expected to boost connectivity between Manila and the province of Bulacan, running along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-01/u5od140a/MRT-7-main-depo-ni-QC.png The train depo of Metro Rail Transit Line 7 (MRT-7), the biggest such facility in Manila. San Miguel Corp (SMC), the concessionaire for MRT-7, handles the financing, design, construction, and operation of the 23-km rail system through their wholly-owned subsidiary, SMC MRT-7 Corp. (formerly Universal LRT Corp.). It is being built by San Miguel Infrastructure in Quezon City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/1h6w1gnx/MRT_7_train_Manila__18217374fea_original_ratio.jpg COMMON STATION: Construction of the common station, or the "grand unified station", connecting LRT-1, MRT-3, MRT-7, and the Metro Manila Subway. MRT-7 is the latest line, which spans 22.8km across 14 stations, running northeast from an interchange with Line MRT-3 at North Avenue and connecting it to San Jose del Monte in Bulacan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-03/jhbr6l8x/train-MRT-7-side-view.jpeg Test run: MRT Line 7 is expected to serve up to 300,000 passengers daily, providing a vital link between Metro Manila and neighboring provinces.  Gulf News en 2026-08-04T21:15:17.271+04:00 Manila: MRT-7 nears finish line as government approves changes — 35-minute commute in sight, instead of 3 hrs Energy, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/veteran-indian-actor-pradeep-rawat-dies-at-74-after-battle-with-cancer-1.500630658 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/laferdsz/nawat.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-04T20:41:39.206+04:00 Veteran Indian actor Pradeep Rawat dies at 74 after battle with cancer BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-earthquake-mother-dies-after-shielding-children-during-tremor-1.500630553 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/79eet7y0/Egypt Family members said the deceased had been in good health and had no known chronic medical conditions. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T20:00:20.559+04:00 Egypt earthquake: Mother dies after shielding children during tremor Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-marathon-super-shoes-hide-a-carbon-plate-1.500626372 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-31/z4luug1k/shoescarbonplate-1.png Layered marathon racing shoe revealing its carbon plate Gulf News en 2026-08-04T20:00:00.000+04:00 Why marathon super shoes hide a carbon plate Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-reports-fewer-births-and-deaths-in-first-half-of-2026-1.500630585 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/k440af0f/OMAN Gulf News en 2026-08-04T19:59:23.957+04:00 Oman reports fewer births and deaths in first half of 2026 Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/why-europes-heatwaves-can-feel-harsher-than-the-gulfs-despite-lower-temperatures-1.500630623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/d2u5ouja/Europ Despite lower temperatures than the Gulf, Europe's heatwaves can feel more exhausting because of longer daylight, sun angle and urban conditions. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T19:58:39.715+04:00 Why Europe's heatwaves can feel harsher than the Gulf's despite lower temperatures Weather, weatherforecast https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/filipina-bound-for-dubai-stopped-at-clark-airport-over-fake-oec-1.500630618 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/yx2aofa9/gulfnews2024-11-28xcjfpiabSampleofOEC16516774730531808fa62921originalratio.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/9od8ue56/762893156_1048869551025350_7249079967551983802_n.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T19:53:28.579+04:00 Filipina bound for Dubai stopped at Clark airport over fake OEC Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-from-kerala-killed-in-dubai-gas-cylinder-blast-confirms-consulate-1.500630603 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/027cgczc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-7.56.25-PM.jpeg Shijin Paul Gulf News en 2026-08-04T19:38:35.989+04:00 Indian expat from Kerala killed in Dubai gas cylinder blast, confirms consulate UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/weather-update-uae-summer-heat-crosses-50c-as-thunderstorms-heavy-rain-hit-parts-of-the-country-1.500630554 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/rmld54ph/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-6.50.06-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T19:12:59.786+04:00 Weather update: UAE summer heat crosses 50°C as thunderstorms, heavy rain hit parts of the country Weather https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/six-years-after-beirut-port-blast-victims-families-say-wound-has-not-healed-2-1.500630557 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/69njdfk1/newsml_afp_com_20260804T094811Z_doc_c3wl7g3.jpeg Family members carry the portraits of the victims of 2020 Beirut port blast as they gather near the blast's ground zero on the sixth anniversary of the explosion, in Beirut on August 4, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ntxvjncw/newsml_afp_com_20260804T093149Z_doc_c3wk4ke.jpeg This photograph shows a view of the destroyed silos of Beirut port on August 4, 2026, on the sixth anniversary of the port blast. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T19:02:11.754+04:00 Six years after Beirut port blast, victims’ families say ‘wound has not healed’ Mena, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/italian-garbagemen-help-recover-lost-1-mln-euro-lottery-ticket-1.500630541 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/cdczcihq/12.jpg A one-million-euro lottery ticket was found in the rubbish in Italy after the panicked winner asked binmen to help her retrieve it, Gulf News en 2026-08-04T18:56:14.090+04:00 Italian garbagemen help recover lost 1 mln euro lottery ticket Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/palestinians-hold-mass-funeral-for-112-bodies-finally-recovered-from-a-2023-gaza-strike-1.500630550 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/619byybd/preview.jpg Bodies of members of the Hassayna and Abu Sharia families, killed in an Israeli strike in 2023 and recently recovered from the rubble, are draped in Palestinian flags during their funeral in Gaza City, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/di4g2oae/newsml_afp_com_20260804T120718Z_doc_c3wt4ra.jpeg Palestinian mourners carry the bodies of members of the Abu Sharia and Al Hasayna families, whose remains were recently recovered from the rubble of residential buildings in the Al Sabra neighbourhood which were struck by Israeli bombardments in November 2023, during their funeral in Gaza City on August 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T18:53:39.294+04:00 Palestinians hold mass funeral for 112 bodies finally recovered from a 2023 Gaza strike Mena, Israel, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-iran-facing-last-chance-before-decapitation-1.500629043 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/1yc861lk/20200901_Top_News_donald_trump_174490d977e_large.jpg The United States was hopeful that a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would be done "today or tomorrow", a top US official said Tuesday, hours after yet another cargo ship was hit in the vital waterway. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T18:47:44.072+04:00 US hopeful Hormuz strait deal will be done 'today or tomorrow' after ship hit Americas, Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/ramadan/when-does-ramadan-2027-begin-everything-you-need-to-know-1.500630523 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/f1ai4x9o/Ramadan In 2027, astronomical calculations indicate Ramadan is expected to begin on Monday, 8 February, subject to the official sighting of the crescent moon. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T18:35:06.563+04:00 When does Ramadan 2027 begin? Everything you need to know Ramadan, Ramadan https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-correctional-system-earns-global-eagle-award-from-aca-1.500630512 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/zeftdmtp/11.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T18:13:14.118+04:00 Dubai correctional system earns Global Eagle Award from ACA UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/team-india-arrive-in-sri-lanka-for-test-series-1.500630506 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/htyigy9d/Tean-India.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T18:12:21.679+04:00 Team India arrive in Sri Lanka for Test series Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-us-iran-talks-flight-updates-and-travel-advisories-this-evening-1.500630493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/uv58yu8u/gulfnews2026-07-27ts9v9cwtDXBDubaiInternationalAirport182d025b890originalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-04T18:00:24.947+04:00 What UAE residents need to know today: US-Iran talks, flight updates and travel advisories this evening Mena, Gulf, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/girl-rape-case-entire-police-station-staff-suspended-in-pakistan-1.500630434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/w9e5lk39/shutterstock_640095790_rape_sexual_abuse_generic_174a458361f_original_ratio.jpg DIG Operations Lahore has suspended entire 78 members staff of a police station for negligence in an alleged rape case of an intellectually challenged girl. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:54:37.460+04:00 Girl rape case: Entire police station staff suspended in Pakistan Pakistan, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/c1kcbqz-uae-president-receives-uae-pavilion-team-from-expo-1.500630431 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ytr3a3sc/rhv0606y1ka1aelpn.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/q59svdcl/vtn060701ka1aelpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:50:29.118+04:00 UAE President receives UAE Pavilion team from Expo 2025 Osaka Government https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/one-killed-four-injured-after-vehicle-overturns-in-oman-1.500630407 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-12/hnfhygd2/camel.jfif The ROP said the victim, an Omani citizen, died at the scene, while the four injured passengers were treated by the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority before being transferred to Nizwa Hospital and Khoula Hospital for further medical care. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:40:05.460+04:00 One killed, four injured after vehicle overturns in Oman Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-schools-to-have-185-teaching-days-in-2026-2027-academic-year-1.500630354 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/rq0s0lh6/gulfnews2026-04-20i15cpkdeCopy-of-Copy-of-Gems-Metropole-Schoolerreee.avif Schools across the UAE will begin new academic year on August 31, welcoming students back to classrooms after two-month summer break. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:33:35.013+04:00 UAE schools to have 185 teaching days in 2026-2027 academic year Education, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/meet-indian-expat-student-in-dubai-chosen-to-represent-uae-in-building-and-launching-satellite-1.500630370 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/6pbb4zbj/MDX2V7A8414.JPG.jpeg Shafaq Mandha https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/o6s1drgl/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-4.23.59-PM.jpeg Shafaq Mandha with her mentors at the university. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:31:29.811+04:00 Meet Indian expat student in Dubai chosen to represent UAE in building and launching satellite UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-sets-two-week-deadline-for-students-to-switch-academic-streams-in-new-school-year-1.500630322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/vk4ur4x9/STAFFNAT_2260105_Back_to_School_VSAKLANI_71767607266865.jpg New rules give students two weeks to change school streams, with academic assessments, counselling and approvals to ensure better learning outcomes. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:29:11.732+04:00 UAE sets two-week deadline for students to switch academic streams in new school year Education, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-do-i-exit-a-project-i-never-entered-farhan-akhtar-shuts-down-lalkaara-rumours-with-aamir-khan-1.500630362 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/l71243ft/newsml_afp_com_20190913T000000Z_PH_GTY_1174524557.jpeg The rumours suggested Farhan had walked away from Lalkaara to make room for his upcoming RD Burman biopic. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:20:46.369+04:00 'How do I exit a project I never entered?': Farhan Akhtar shuts down Lalkaara rumours with Aamir Khan Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-merino-wool-doesnt-smell-after-days-of-wear-1.500618269 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-23/g8w2bxwk/merinowool-1.png Merino Wool Essentials Gulf News en 2026-08-04T16:00:00.000+04:00 Why merino wool doesn't smell after days of wear Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/readers-share-their-summer-sunset-photos-1.500628979 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/snqb0ebc/IMG2160.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/esck7j11/Alia-Fayed.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/9l8j5k2f/Jayson-Esguerra.jpeg "This breathtaking view captures the core identity of the United Arab Emirates. The contrast between the natural, timeless desert sun and the ultra-modern skyline mirrors a nation deeply rooted in its heritage while relentlessly engineering the future. The glowing towers do not just represent structural heights; they reflect the UAE's golden era of global leadership, visionary ambition, and unified progress." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/7rbvrqd5/Jayson-Esguerra-2.jpeg "The Sentinel of Tomorrow— A tiny observer bridging past traditions and future horizons." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/abids1nh/Sajjad-Salam.jpeg "Taken during a vibrant sunset along with Etisalat Head Office standing tall as usual, June 25, 2026, Sunset at Capital City, Muroor Rd. Abu Dhabi." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/cbcg85iq/Sajjad-Salam-2.jpeg "Framing the Sunset, minarets cut against an endless gradient in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi on July 29." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/77oemg1p/Ritika-Saxena.jpg The Ocean's Last Prayer Location - Umm Al Quwain beach https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/xnl60j2y/Ritika-Saxena-2.jpg "The Last Ray of Hope Dubai Production City May 2021." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/6j16zrzh/Ritika-Saxena-3.jpg "Whispering Dunes Location: Sharjah, UAE (Desert Safari)" https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/1kz5l96z/Joy-Gonzales.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/itoa5i1g/Nick-Griffiths.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/7p2t04rp/Florencia-Cuestas.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/suphcml6/Astha-Balwani.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/t0tdsxhw/Hussain.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/p82amdkd/Isma-Kausar.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/htq5v5ba/Rohith-Menon-VP.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/6sbh9e8p/IMG1918.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/v2e6v53e/IMG6441.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/p1igkn62/IMG1538.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/w25dh7d8/Yan-Ma.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/elwfcj1d/Diana-Shayamalie.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/rupb5dpl/Ahmad-Malulein.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/vyz1t8c1/Bandana-Dhakal.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/wo9j2egz/shiron-Lun.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/6gcecaqt/Fatma-Asghari.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/quz8nu6d/Sarah-Hammond.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/j78fgadj/Ajmal-Anas.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/z9adkjc7/Cynde-Paderna.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/e9bn88sg/inbound202337894234094035.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/j2kqlpgp/Cheryl-Tejano.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/fvrf8f6l/Elie-Elias.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/0cwt417v/IMG2374.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/fz4qp9pc/Nivedan-Sivapragasam.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/14vtmb0l/Liza-Baquiran.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/hom5fzr8/IMG2160.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/v0d6isls/Ralph-Benedict-Navos.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/a8nujjfw/Roberta-Fantato.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/4d1l5boy/Muhammad-Mustafa-Mustafa.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/vaq0d6ax/Muhammad-Muhammad.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/04xlic1v/MARK-ONYX-TAGGUEG.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/o9f98acm/Aysha-Siddiqui.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/s09oaqxv/Dennis-Fontanos.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/8r7jrrcw/Laarni-Angeline-David-.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:54:58.503+04:00 Readers share their summer sunset photos UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/gulf-news-honours-top-distributors-as-2026-subscription-campaign-delivers-strong-results-1.500630063 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/1sp55bts/PHOTO-2026-08-04-11-25-38.jpg Top performing GN news boys honoured on August 3 for subscription campaign success https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/87hp74zg/IMG8015.JPG Vijay Vaghela, CEO of Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:49:01.536+04:00 Gulf News honours top distributors as 2026 subscription campaign delivers strong results UAE, Gulfnews, people, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/beyond-the-sun-meet-the-rain-chasers-tracking-the-uaes-summer-storms-1.500630323 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/2wph97oc/hameed1.jpg Hameed Ali and his wife, Aneesa Hameed and children. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/jt9dt1nb/residents.jpg Residents enjoying the rain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/9ci8b1gi/group3.jpg Muhammed Sajjad KP, known as the UAE weatherman, at the centre, with other UAE residents enjoying the rain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/rnd7meep/imtiaz.jpg Imtiaz Ahmad Gondal with his six-year-old son, Mohammad Zian, and seven-year-old daughter, Hareem Fatima. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:38:31.099+04:00 Beyond the sun: Meet the rain-chasers tracking the UAE’s summer storms UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-india-flights-which-new-destinations-can-you-now-fly-to-from-abu-dhabi-1.500630325 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/6lrku4r4/202606213833247.jpg Air India Express has expanded its Abu Dhabi operations with new direct flights to Navi Mumbai, Indore and Lucknow, while services to Guwahati will begin on August 7. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:36:59.813+04:00 UAE-India flights: Which new destinations can you now fly to from Abu Dhabi? Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, India UAE travel, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/precision-medicine-advances-in-uae-with-3d-printed-guides-for-spinal-surgery-at-medcare-orthopaedics-and-spine-hospital-1.500629898 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/9n82bsjx/Doctors-in-OT.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/5nzv2ehq/Doctor-in-OT.png Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:19:41.315+04:00 Precision medicine advances in UAE with 3D-printed guides for spinal surgery at Medcare Orthopaedics and Spine Hospital GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/property/early-completion-sets-new-pace-for-abu-dhabi-housing-1.500630309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/3e7fastn/building.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:19:03.319+04:00 Early completion sets new pace for Abu Dhabi housing Property, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-floods-kill-21-as-fresh-rain-fuels-concerns-1.500630300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/t7ayaw54/WIN-KERALA-FLOOD-11-Read-Only.jpg Vehicles make their way through a waterlogged street after rainfall, in Kozhikode on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:13:17.919+04:00 Kerala floods kill 21 as fresh rain fuels concerns India, kerala https://gulfnews.com/uae/you-can-now-eat-at-160-dubai-restaurants-for-just-dh10-heres-how-1.500630293 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/i8c25lvj/Chicken_wings_and_gochujang__188c476967b_original_ratio.jpg IlUSTRATIVE PHOTO ONLY Gulf News en 2026-08-04T15:11:05.826+04:00 You can now eat at 160+ Dubai restaurants for just Dh10 —here's how UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/respect-the-law-embrace-the-culture-pakistani-influencer-shares-lessons-from-his-uae-journey-1.500630249 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/g51x8qnx/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-13.16.17.jpeg Fahad Asad https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ygru8tni/FotoJet.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/wf8q6suo/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-13.43.48.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:54:31.776+04:00 'Respect the law, embrace the culture': Pakistani influencer shares lessons from his UAE journey UAE Success Stories, people, UAE, Stories-of-success, UAE, Pakistani expats https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-hits-ras-al-khaimah-showers-to-reach-eastern-southern-regions-today-and-through-the-week-temperatures-near-50c-1.500630202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/lqreqy5c/gulfnewsimport20200113NAT-120120-RAK-RAIN-19-157891692762816f9ec8588dlarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:50:49.500+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain hits Ras Al Khaimah; showers to reach eastern, southern regions today and through the week; temperatures near 50°C Weather, UAE, UAE weather, Weather forecast, Rain https://gulfnews.com/uae/guggenheim-abu-dhabi-appoints-dr-valerie-hillings-as-inaugural-director-1.500630267 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/0s8qowin/valerie.jpg Since 2018, she has served as Director of the North Carolina Museum of Art, where she led a reimagining of the permanent collection galleries, added roughly 400 works to the collection, and oversaw a doubling of annual attendance to 1.2 million visitors. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:48:20.083+04:00 Guggenheim Abu Dhabi appoints Dr. Valerie Hillings as inaugural director UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/when-will-uae-fuel-prices-return-to-pre-war-levels-what-motorists-can-expect-1.500630206 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/m86hifw0/Petrol-price-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:36:41.989+04:00 When will UAE fuel prices return to pre-war levels? What motorists can expect Energy, Markets, Government, Fuel prices, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/safety-security/uae-gas-cylinder-safety-tips-lpg-home-guide-1.500630243 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/hty34dj7/LPG-gas-cylinders-for-kitchen-cooking From illegal suppliers to storage mistakes, these LPG safety tips can help UAE residents prevent fires and gas leaks. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:35:08.344+04:00 Gas cylinder safety in UAE: Essential LPG tips every resident should know Living-Safety-Security, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-shows-patience-is-her-biggest-asset-1.500630253 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/0d0pfiqh/newsml_afp_com_20260802T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288790486.jpeg Rising ace proves composure on court matters more than raw power Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:34:54.025+04:00 Alex Eala shows patience is her greatest strength Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/suspected-heatstroke-kills-three-lions-at-japan-zoo-2-1.500630250 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/16/lion_19296d0ff37_large.jpg Illustrative image. Three lions at a Tokyo zoo have died from suspected heatstroke. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:34:19.326+04:00 Suspected heatstroke kills three lions at Japan zoo Asia, Japan https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-summons-firms-influencers-over-food-ad-violations-misleading-health-claims-1.500630229 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/56m6pxt7/adobe-express-template-26-19.jpeg Several companies and social media influencers have been summoned over alleged violations of regulations governing the advertising and promotion of food products, including infant and toddler foods. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:31:35.915+04:00 Oman summons firms, influencers over food ad violations, misleading health claims Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/new-rta-road-changes-cut-traffic-congestion-by-30-1.500630248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/cc8u30e2/rta-rd-two.JPG Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reduced peak-hour congestion by adding more lanes on Latifa bint Hamdan Street in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/3uydu3o5/road.jpg Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reduced peak-hour congestion by adding more lanes on Latifa bint Hamdan Street in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:29:30.083+04:00 New RTA road changes cut traffic congestion by 30% Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/emma-raducanu-sidelined-for-us-open-2026-by-stress-fracture-1.500629716 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/2fagrgrw/newsml_afp_com_20210908T000000Z_PH_GTY_1339098895.jpeg Emma Raducanu of the United Kingdom serves against Belinda Bencic of Switzerland during her Women’s Singles quarterfinals match on Day Ten of the 2021 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 08, 2021 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:28:06.984+04:00 Emma Raducanu sidelined for US Open 2026 by stress fracture Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/surfing-dogs-ride-waves-for-charity-at-california-world-championships-1.500630232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/j814y9hb/newsml_afp_com_20260801T212214Z_doc_c3rk9u3.jpeg Stella (R) and Moxy compete during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/9k5qd5e0/newsml_afp_com_20260801T211928Z_doc_c3rk9tu.jpeg Iza Surf Dog competes during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California, on August 1, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/ouhlqt0e/newsml_afp_com_20260801T211738Z_doc_c3rk9tn.jpeg Rusty competes during the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California, on August 1, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/lojysx3q/newsml_afp_com_20260801T212038Z_doc_c3rk9ty.jpeg Rocket jumps off his board while competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California, on August 1, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/d2hnn5lm/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288658154.jpeg A dog competes in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/p234du7x/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288658019.jpeg Sally jumps off her board while competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships, rides a wave on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/y731565r/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288658080.jpeg Rusty (L) and Iza Surf Dog compete in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/kszx0l97/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288658065.jpeg Bradley "Shortboard" Cooper, Rippin' Rosie and Charlie compete as the "dream team" in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/yckvsi9i/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288658140.jpeg Dogs compete in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/era8t0zj/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288658102.jpeg Roxy competes in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/wdn0aceo/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288654241.jpeg Roxy sits in the sunshine after competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/to9ujn44/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288655010.jpeg A crowd of over a thousand people and their dogs gather to watch the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/zjetv1v6/newsml_afp_com_20260801T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288655058.jpeg Bradley "Shortboard" Cooper is celebrated after competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:25:23.431+04:00 Surfing dogs ride waves for charity at California world championships World, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/shooting-on-film-is-back-and-its-becoming-advertisings-most-coveted-craft-1.500630230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ogcjzd9y/PHOTO-2026-07-30-12-41-43.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:18:35.301+04:00 Shooting on film is back, and it's becoming advertising's most coveted craft Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/why-libraries-are-booming-in-the-uae-and-house-of-wisdom-is-leading-the-way-1.500630153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/ge7cnd5u/STAFFNAT_260723_House_of_Wisdom_VSAKLANI_81785145284791.jpg The House of Wisdom in Sharjah features a landscaped central courtyard garden and interiors filled with natural light. Its modern architectural design, which seamlessly blends with nature, is one of the many reasons the library has become a popular destination for visitors. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ljt8ahmm/STAFFNAT_260723_House_of_Wisdom_VSAKLANI_11785145257374.jpg Ali Al Blooshi, Executive, Cultural & Literary at House of Wisdom in Sharjah. Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/864ibc6n/STAFFNAT_260723_House_of_Wisdom_VSAKLANI_71785145282179.jpg House of Wisdom in Sharjah. Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/uiymex6w/STAFFNAT_260723_House_of_Wisdom_VSAKLANI_121785145260005.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/ge7cnd5u/STAFFNAT_260723_House_of_Wisdom_VSAKLANI_81785145284791.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/pikbik7y/STAFFNAT_260723_House_of_Wisdom_VSAKLANI_161785145264336.jpg Gerry Judah created The Scroll, a massive 36-meter-tall spiraling public art piece standing in front of the House of Wisdom cultural center in Sharjah, UAE. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/nceoq01o/IMG6052.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/x92nwswj/STAFFNAT_260723_House_of_Wisdom_VSAKLANI_111785145256406.jpg House of Wisdom in Sharjah. Virendra Saklani/Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-08-04T14:07:00.637+04:00 Why libraries are booming in the UAE, and House of Wisdom is leading the way people, Community, Arts Culture, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/udhayanidhi-stalin-released-after-arrest-no-judicial-remand-over-trisha-remark-case-1.500630203 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/i3lttwje/20260804187f.jpg Madras HC orders Udhayanidhi Stalin’s release after questioning Gulf News en 2026-08-04T13:57:14.022+04:00 Udhayanidhi Stalin released after arrest: No judicial remand over Trisha remark case Entertainment, South-Indian, India, crime, Tamil Cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/is-shah-rukh-khan-co-hosting-bigg-boss-20-salman-khans-cryptic-karan-arjun-comment-sends-fans-guessing-1.500630193 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/zp5qx192/Indian_bollywood_actors_Shah_Rukh_Khan_with_Salman_Khan_on_the_sets_of_Bigg_Boss_season_10_during_th.jpg Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-04T13:56:32.315+04:00 Is Shah Rukh Khan co-hosting Bigg Boss 20? Salman Khan's cryptic Karan Arjun comment sends fans guessing Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/when-indias-cricket-icon-sachin-tendulkar-played-for-pakistan-1.500630155 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-27/pofng65t/newsml_afp_com_20240609T000000Z_PH_GTY_2156778606.jpeg Sachin Tendulkar Gulf News en 2026-08-04T13:30:06.303+04:00 When India’s cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar played for Pakistan Cricket, Sport, cricket, Pakistan, india https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-professionals-taking-on-more-responsibilities-without-more-pay-study-finds-1.500630052 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/06/STOCK-OFFICE-STAFF-IN-DUBAI---EMPLOYEES---JOBS---UAE_18c3e679e77_large.jpg A new study by Robert Walters found that 79 per cent of UAE professionals say their job responsibilities have expanded over the past year, with many reporting longer working hours and increased use of AI to manage growing workloads. Picture used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T13:06:35.656+04:00 UAE professionals taking on more responsibilities without more pay, study finds Markets, UAE work visa https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-spider-man-brand-new-day-success-proved-superhero-fatigue-wasnt-the-problem-bad-films-were-1.500630108 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/cdpa7fih/brandnewday.webp Zendaya and Tom Holland in Spider Man in Spider-Man Brand New Day https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ochnx8ia/spider.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/p9tb1lrl/sadiesink.webp Sadie Sink in Brand New Day Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:55:11.596+04:00 How Spider-Man: Brand New Day success proved superhero fatigue wasn't the problem — bad films were Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/indias-food-regulator-halts-dabur-product-sales-over-100-claims-1.500630113 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/r0qks40k/202605073779642.jpg Dabur India to hike prices by up to 4 pc, cut pack sizes amid rising input costs Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:50:46.529+04:00 India’s food regulator halts Dabur product sales over ‘100%’ claims Retail, India https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-phuket-delhi-flight-drops-300-feet-in-turbulence-passengers-injured-1.500630114 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/8ltmvsk6/FotoJet-7.jpg Flight AI2379 landed safely after a sudden altitude change; injured passengers were taken for medical checks https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/o2eu25bt/ANI_20260804093945.jpg Passengers assisted in wheelchairs before being taken for medical evaluation from Airport (Photo/ANI) Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:44:01.629+04:00 Air India Phuket-Delhi flight drops 300 feet during turbulence, passengers and crew injured India, air india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/opinion/from-trisha-to-anushka-sharma-how-women-become-weapons-in-battles-between-powerful-politicians-and-cricketers-1.500630021 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/dh6ngi23/COMBO-11.png Actress Trisha and actor-politician Vijay, actress Anushka Sharma and cricketer-husband Virat Kohli, former US first lady Michelle and husband/former US president Barack Obama https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-04/27cnd17j/K4.jpg Virat Kohli with Anushka Sharma https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/w7w0f9gk/Macron_brigitte_netherlands_18770ab9490_original_ratio.jpg French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:41:40.761+04:00 From Trisha to Anushka Sharma: How women become weapons in battles between powerful politicians and cricketers Opinion, India, South-Indian, Entertainment, World, Americas, Europe, Cricket, bollywood, cricket, Tamil Cinema, india, Kerala politics, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/yas-marina-circuit-gears-up-for-another-blockbuster-motorsport-season-1.500629878 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-25/wvle4azx/David-White-CEO-of-DP-World-ILT20-web.jpg David White Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:22:14.753+04:00 Developing UAE cricket remains the ILT20’s biggest priority: David White UAE-Sport, DP World ILT20, Cricket, UAE, cricket, ILT20 https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/adnoc-deploys-ai-across-120-rigs-to-cut-downtime-speed-up-drilling-decisions-1.500630065 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-19/h7m6bw3f/xzj03uwm1k91cqepo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:18:26.440+04:00 ADNOC deploys AI across 120 rigs to cut downtime, speed up drilling decisions Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-police-warn-against-overloading-vehicles-with-passengers-1.500630044 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-14/1t22t3zv/police.jpg Overcrowded vehicles heighten crash risks, leave passengers without seat belts Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:10:06.477+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police warn against overloading vehicles with passengers Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-gdp-grows-3-to-dh485-billion-in-first-quarter-of-2026-1.500630054 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/puooiyog/STOCK_DUBAI_TOURISTS__17e304549ed_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:03:58.204+04:00 UAE GDP grows 3% to Dh485 billion in Q1 2026, non-oil economy expands 4.8% economy, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/spider-man-brand-new-day-breaks-avengers-endgames-opening-weekend-record-with-360m-debut-1.500630048 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/kbx2l831/45.jpg Tom Holland in a scene from "Spider-Man: Brand New Day." Gulf News en 2026-08-04T12:01:56.695+04:00 Spider-Man: Brand New Day breaks Avengers: Endgame's opening weekend record with $360m debut Entertainment, HollyWood, Marvel https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/first-us-deaths-in-cyclospora-outbreak-symptoms-causes-and-safety-tips-1.500630038 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/rc18fvtb/gulfnews2026-07-07mdqiywvhCDC-7827lores.avif Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal infection that spreads when people ingest food or water contaminated with stool. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:59:06.649+04:00 First US deaths in cyclospora outbreak: Symptoms, causes and safety tips Americas, Health, America https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-steps-up-integration-of-national-economic-register-with-licensing-authorities-1.500630003 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/juc11zyp/Image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:48:56.535+04:00 UAE steps up integration of national economic register with licensing authorities economy, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/saudi-aramco-says-houthi-attacks-had-no-material-impact-reports-334-billion-adjusted-q2-net-income-1.500630014 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/24/STOCK-SAUDI-ARAMCO_17fba9d0013_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:34:59.349+04:00 Saudi Aramco says Houthi attacks had no material impact, reports $33.4b adjusted Q2 net income Energy, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/our-new-champion-manny-pacquiao-hails-alex-ealas-historic-wta-triumph-1.500630002 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/sfoiqqgh/newsml_afp_com_20260803T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288166382.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines reacts after winning the women's singles championship match against Jessica Pegula of the United States on the final day of the Mubadala DC Open 2026 at William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center on August 3, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:33:38.936+04:00 Our new champion: Manny Pacquiao hails Alex Eala’s historic WTA triumph Tennis, Filipina tennis player, Philippines, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/12-best-kunafa-spots-in-dubai-abu-dhabi-and-sharjah-as-summer-holidays-wind-down-1.500629970 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/no2plrhk/Ramadan_Sweets_in_the_UAE_16a4f596e01_original_ratio.jpg Al Baba Sweets is a treasure trove of Lebanese desserts that’s as fun to explore as it is delicious. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/2fhr3i1d/Graffiti_Kunafa_177a506b506_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-31/f2vtygiv/shutterstock2169049367.jpg Kunafa is a rich Middle Eastern dessert made of delicate shredded pastry or semolina dough, layered with melted cheese or cream. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/gio3212o/Kunafa_1739ad6f6db_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:26:22.903+04:00 12 best kunafa spots in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah as summer holidays wind down Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/udhayanidhi-stalin-detained-in-chennai-after-alleged-derogatory-remark-about-actor-trisha-sparks-political-firestorm-1.500630010 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/ak3br3uo/20260604447f.jpg Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Udhayanidhi Stalin https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/vwo93a0x/Trisha_Krishnan166_1664455979628_183894eb294_original_ratio.jpg Trisha Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:24:15.424+04:00 Udhayanidhi Stalin detained in Chennai after alleged derogatory remark about actor Trisha sparks political firestorm Entertainment, South-Indian, India, Tamil Cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/world/training-the-uk-surgeons-of-the-future-using-robots-2-1.500629998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/wipttkn5/newsml_afp_com_20260803T010012Z_doc_b97u32d.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:21:57.979+04:00 Training the UK 'surgeons of the future' using robots World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-close-103-social-media-fraud-accounts-in-three-months-1.500629975 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/yv69shux/gulfnews2025-05-05r0zg7lh91x1.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:12:53.084+04:00 Dubai Police close 103 social media fraud accounts in three months Crime, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mary-rivera-whose-daughter-found-the-facebook-casting-call-that-led-to-spider-man-dies-at-82-1.500629952 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/7f8ey3j4/Mary-Rivera-Obituary-Spider-Man-Lola-Ned-Leeds-Grandma.jpg Mary Rivera had one screen credit. It happened to be in one of the highest-grossing films ever made, and it gave the Filipino language a moment in a Marvel blockbuster that had never quite happened before. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T11:04:48.608+04:00 Mary Rivera, whose daughter found the Facebook casting call that led to Spider-Man, dies at 82 Entertainment, HollyWood, Marvel https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/amis-development-records-dh300-million-sell-out-before-launch-of-all-6-jacob-cos-signature-fleurs-de-jardin-mansions-within-weeks-of-groundbreaking-1.500629967 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/eoxmmwe4/Fleurs-De-Jardin-Mansion-Rear-View.png Gulf News en 2026-08-04T10:43:01.417+04:00 AMIS Development records Dh300 million sell-out before launch of all 6 Jacob & Co.'s signature Fleurs de Jardin Mansions within weeks of groundbreaking Company News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/cleartax-urges-uae-businesses-to-prioritise-execution-assurance-as-e-invoicing-decisions-gather-pace-1.500629948 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/3jwotc3w/Archit-Gupta Archit Gupta, Founder and CEO of ClearTax Gulf News en 2026-08-04T10:32:38.184+04:00 ClearTax urges UAE businesses to prioritise execution assurance as e-invoicing decisions gather pace Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/womens-t20-asia-cup-2026-likely-to-be-held-in-uae-1.500629940 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/lgc7byjv/Lanka-women.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T10:11:13.389+04:00 Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 likely to be held in UAE Cricket, UAE-Sport, UAE, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubais-viral-robot-bu-sunaidah-announces-wedding-to-fellow-robot-moza-1.500629907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/xhxtkldy/Screenshot-2026-08-04-at-10.01.52-AM.png Bu Sunaidah, it turns out, has a wife. Her name is Moza. She is also a robot. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T10:04:37.330+04:00 Dubai's viral robot Bu Sunaidah announces wedding to fellow robot Moza UAE, Technology https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/crocs-review-the-classic-clog-still-earns-its-place-as-summers-go-to-sandal-1.500606240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/14m68ucu/crocs-1.png Beach ready Crocs Gulf News en 2026-08-04T10:00:00.000+04:00 Crocs review: The Classic Clog still earns its place as summer's go to sandal Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-led-amazon-crackdown-nets-839-arrests-seizes-280m-in-environmental-crime-operation-1.500629925 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/5j9k2hao/n.PNG UAE-led ‘Operation Green Shield 2026’ in Amazon Basin nets 839 arrests, seizes $280m in major environmental crime crackdown Gulf News en 2026-08-04T09:55:29.004+04:00 UAE-led Amazon crackdown nets 839 arrests, seizes $280m in environmental crime operation UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-surge-amid-us-iran-tensions-and-fed-uncertainty-1.500629917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/rb026hex/gold_dubai_2019jan_resources1_16a3106d4a3_original_ratio.jpg The key gold price levels to watch now are the round numbers, $3,900 and $4,000. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T09:53:35.443+04:00 Dubai gold prices surge amid US-Iran tensions and Fed uncertainty Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/house-of-the-dragon-season-3-episode-7-the-dead-dragon-returns-and-rhaenyras-fate-changes-1.500629903 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/zo7jhzt4/rhaenyra.avif Season 3 has steadily pushed both sides of the Targaryen conflict towards collapse. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T09:52:41.909+04:00 House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 7: The 'dead' dragon returns — and Rhaenyra's fate changes Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/pakistan-appoint-mike-smith-as-new-batting-coach-1.500629916 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/zytplr6u/202608033890610.jpg Pakistan appoints South African Mike Smith as batting coach ahead of their upcoming Test tour of England. Photo credit: SA Cricket/X Gulf News en 2026-08-04T09:44:10.635+04:00 Pakistan appoint Mike Smith as new batting coach Cricket, cricket, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/you-created-magic-within-group-rohit-sharma-hails-fielding-coach-t-dilip-1.500629887 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-27/bhzt0sba/202505273414399.jpg T. Dilip Gulf News en 2026-08-04T09:19:15.639+04:00 You created magic within group: Rohit Sharma hails fielding coach T Dilip Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/imran-khan-ends-a-decade-long-wait-confirms-bollywood-comeback-with-netflix-film-adhure-hum-adhure-tum-1.500629888 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/zmyf1rau/newsml_afp_com_20260114T162518Z_doc_92p26zc.jpeg Imran's last full-fledged film appearance came in Nikkhil Advani's Katti Batti (2015), opposite Kangana Ranaut Gulf News en 2026-08-04T09:17:01.300+04:00 Imran Khan ends a decade-long wait, confirms Bollywood comeback with Netflix film Adhure Hum Adhure Tum Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-price-and-ownership-cost-what-uae-buyers-may-spend-beyond-the-phone-1.500629856 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-08/o472jn9k/MatTrang911.jpeg FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY: A render of the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max presented by AppleTrack. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:58:37.376+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro price and ownership cost: What UAE buyers may spend beyond the phone Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-sharjah-traffic-alert-heavy-congestion-hits-key-uae-roads-during-morning-rush-1.500629852 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/x67v6vhu/Dubai-Sharjah-traffic-Dubaisharjahtraffic Commuters warned of delays as slow traffic, minor accidents hit key routes Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:49:29.719+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic alert: Heavy congestion hits key UAE roads during morning rush Transport, traffic fines, Dubai, UAE traffic fines, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-august-4-2026-1.500629848 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/10/Stock-UAE-travel---Dubai---Airport_18b1a1e987c_large.jpg A scene at the Dubai International Airport: Air travel across the UAE remains largely operational despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with major airports and airlines maintaining most services. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:48:27.837+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (August 4, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kim-soo-hyun-makes-first-public-appearance-after-16-months-with-philippine-brand-bench-ive-missed-you-so-much-1.500629840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/olmzkv6s/kimsoohun.jpg Kim stepped away from public activities last year after Kim Sae-ron's family and the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute alleged that the actor had been in a relationship with her while she was a minor. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:29:30.826+04:00 Kim Soo-hyun makes first public appearance after 16 months with Philippine brand Bench: 'I've missed you so much' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/japan-says-combat-drones-key-to-adapting-to-new-warfare-as-tension-rises-in-the-region-1.500629802 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/50juqt1t/preview.jpg FILE - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Mogami-class stealth frigate JS Mikuma is seen anchored at the JMSDF naval base in Yokosuka, Japan, Friday Sept. 5, 2025. (Yuichi Yamazaki/Pool Photo via AP, File) Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:16:31.964+04:00 Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the region Japan defense paper China drones https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-flight-delay-how-kerala-man-won-136000-compensation-after-9-year-legal-battle-1.500629826 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/jiyzcsa9/WIN_AIR_INDIA_1588076949284_171c0c32f25_original_ratio.jpg Kerala worker wins compensation after Air India delay derails Saudi trip Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:00:30.455+04:00 Air India flight delay: How Kerala man won ₹136,000 compensation after 9-year legal battle India, india, air india, travel https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/after-spider-man-and-the-odyssey-the-biggest-blockbusters-still-to-come-this-year-from-ramayana-to-avengers-1.500629191 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/2ohx39ou/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-8.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-31/rzx5z21l/rrrrr.jpg Ranbir Kapoor in Ramayana. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-13/jnh19qle/ANI_20260413150609.jpg The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/rh0e50rg/ANI_20260416061539.jpg Focker-In-Law poster https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/mm33wl6x/Timothee_Chalamet_and_Josh_Brolin_in__Dune__Part_2__18d8d2a1a9c_original_ratio.JPG Timothee Chalamet and Josh Brolin in 'Dune: Part 2' https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/ant0d1bv/MixCollage-16-Sep-2025-06-40-PM-6751.jpg.webp Robert Downey Jr. will be back as Doctor Doom Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:00:00.000+04:00 After Spider-Man and The Odyssey: The biggest blockbusters still to come this year, from Ramayana to Avengers Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rakul-preet-singh-on-playing-surpanakha-in-ramayana-roles-that-challenge-perceptions-are-the-most-exciting-1.500629819 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ns04t8k0/surpanakha.webp A fan wrote a letter to Rakul Preet, asking her why she chose Surpanakha. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T08:00:00.000+04:00 Rakul Preet Singh on playing Surpanakha in Ramayana: 'Roles that challenge perceptions are the most exciting' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-jimin-battles-heat-exhaustion-at-arirang-concert-army-worries-he-gave-every-ounce-of-himself-on-stage-1.500629815 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-30/ab6nqh8f/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286794759.jpeg . Clips of the moment spread rapidly across social media, with fans voicing concern that Jimin may have been battling heat exhaustion even as he continued performing. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T07:35:34.845+04:00 BTS' Jimin battles heat exhaustion at Arirang concert; ARMY worries: 'He gave every ounce of himself on stage' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-the-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flydubai-cancellations-latest-travel-advisories-1.500629449 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-26/cnf3khdl/Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Passengers at Dubai International Airport (DXB). While flights from the UAE remain largely operational, several airlines continue to suspend or reroute services to parts of the Gulf as they monitor the evolving security situation and airspace restrictions across the Middle East. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T07:33:55.475+04:00 Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai cancellations, latest travel advisories Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/whatsapp-accounts-under-review-why-some-users-lost-access-for-24-hours-1.500629812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/d3vsjy4s/Stock_WhatsApp_17738c38a76_original_ratio.jpg Confusion grows as WhatsApp stays mum on scale and cause of account blocks Gulf News en 2026-08-04T07:15:16.432+04:00 WhatsApp accounts under review? Why some users lost access for 24 hours Technology, India, technology, social media, WhatsApp https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/russian-strikes-kill-one-in-ukraines-northeast-regional-authorities-1.500629771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/qfiyglna/newsml_afp_com_20260721T062932Z_doc_c2pz79e.jpeg This photograph shows a fire at the site of a drone strike on a shopping centre in Sumy late at night on July 20, 2026, amid the Russian strikes in Ukraine. File photo. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T07:00:20.706+04:00 Russian strikes kill one in Ukraine's northeast: regional authorities Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-general-warns-us-warships-any-attempt-to-open-new-hormuz-route-could-trigger-attack-1.500629797 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/ozlu6c4d/rezaee.jpeg Iranian Major Gen. Mohsen Rezaei: Gulf News en 2026-08-04T06:47:06.210+04:00 Iran general warns US warships: Any attempt to open new Hormuz route could trigger attack Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-scorch-to-50c-as-afternoon-rain-chances-continue-1.500629789 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/yed9zlc5/Hot-weather.avif Temperatures are forecast to range between 45°C and 50°C inland, 42°C to 47°C along the coast and islands, and 33°C to 39°C in the mountains. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T06:16:14.650+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures scorch to 50°C as afternoon rain chances continue Weather, UAE, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-says-iran-talks-ongoing-as-irgc-warns-it-is-ready-for-any-threat-1.500628738 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/mv4ant5m/4.jpg Trump tells Iranians 'Deal, or Total Surrender' https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/is0fpyaa/ANI_20260720085334.jpg Esmail Baghaei, Spokesman for the Iran https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-02/muumn4hp/newsml_afp_com_20260802T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288805684.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One on August 02, 2026 on a return flight to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T06:13:45.864+04:00 Trump says Iran talks ongoing as IRGC warns it is ready for any threat Mena, Donald Trump, Israel, Gaza, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/did-your-smartwatch-get-your-1000-calorie-burn-right-uae-experts-explain-what-it-really-measures-1.500629557 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/y0lvcj74/Apple-watch-1-1.jpg Some things your smartwatch measures directly, while others are intelligent estimates based on algorithms. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/on3rjfqm/qualcomm.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/mz3j8vh6/abhi.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/2vnxz1y4/Ashish-Panjabi-COO-Jackys200x190.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T06:00:00.000+04:00 Did your smartwatch get your 1,000-calorie burn right? UAE experts explain what it really measures UAE, Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/cargo-vessel-reports-being-struck-by-unknown-projectile-near-oman-ukmto-1.500629786 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/vpt33ilo/Screenshot-2026-08-04-at-9.50.50-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-08-04T05:58:26.317+04:00 Cargo vessel reports being struck by 'unknown projectile' near Oman: UKMTO Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/ukraine-strike-kills-six-including-three-children-russian-governor-1.500629280 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/1i2e32nt/Screenshot-2026-08-04-at-8.55.44-AM.png Smoke rises following a blast that killed six people, including three children, following a reported Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian resort village on the Black Sea. At least 40 others were wounded, the regional governor said Monday. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T05:35:20.636+04:00 Ukraine strike kills six, including three children: Russian governor Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/filipino-expat-baker-uae-resident-since-1988-shares-how-he-won-big-tickets-dh20m-grand-prize-1.500629729 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/h2tf43ux/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-04-at-12.49.29-AM.jpeg Reynaldo Herboso, 61, has shared how his group of 10 friends finally struck lucky https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/77tc0qsz/Ash_Bahadur_Dura_.jpeg Ash Bahadur Dura Gulf News en 2026-08-04T05:30:00.000+04:00 Filipino expat baker, UAE resident since 1988, shares how he won Big Ticket's Dh20m grand prize UAE, Philippines, UAE, Philippines, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irans-power-struggle-is-mojtaba-khamenei-sidelining-pezeshkian-over-the-strait-of-hormuz-dispute-over-approach-to-us-1.500629776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-04/dpqnlans/pez-and-moj.jpg Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei (right) and President Masoud Pezeshkian. Senior Iranian cleric Mohammad Bagher Kharrazi, who has family ties to Khamenei, has reportedly stated that the supreme leader would accept the president's resignation if Pezeshkian threatened to quit again. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/w2k6dcah/newsml_afp_com_20260508T083244Z_doc_b2984am.jpeg This US Navy handout photo released on May 8, 2026 by US Central Command Public Affairs, shows the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) implementing a maritime blockade against the Iran-flagged crude oil tanker vessel Herby while the latter was attempting to sail toward an Iranian port, on April 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T05:27:06.380+04:00 Iran's power struggle: Is Mojtaba Khamenei sidelining Pezeshkian over the Strait of Hormuz, dispute over approach to US? Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/beyond-classrooms-the-future-of-learning-is-personal-1.500629538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/rsvfbq4r/computers.jpg As global economies evolve, it is critical to equip students with future-ready skills – nurturing a new generation of capable leaders. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T05:04:00.000+04:00 Beyond classrooms: The future of learning is personal Op-Eds, Technology, AI, technology, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expats-in-uae-hopeful-of-passport-fee-relief-after-delhi-high-court-order-1.500629472 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/7eia5qf3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-5.54.20-PM.jpeg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-08-04T04:30:00.000+04:00 Indian expats in UAE hopeful of passport fee relief after Delhi High Court order UAE, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/exxon-chevrons-265-billion-windfall-why-trump-is-angry-and-americans-fume-as-petrol-prices-remain-sky-high-1.500629026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/d37do70w/newsml_afp_com_20260710T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285568292.jpeg Exxon gas prices are displayed on July 10, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T04:25:12.599+04:00 Exxon, Chevron's $26.5 billion windfall: Why Trump is angry — and Americans fume as petrol prices remain sky-high Energy https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/bab-al-mandab-disruption-could-raise-petrol-airfares-and-grocery-costs-across-asia-1.500629242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/25offsj8/newsml_afp_com_20260312T123753Z_doc_a2yf6j8.jpeg People queue up to refuel their vehicles at a gas station in Chennai as oil price spike caused by the war in the Middle East has sparked exasperation at petrol pumps around Asia, where many economies are heavily dependent on fossil fuel imports. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/swy4mf5p/d6ec42d9-e761-428a-8c81-3cffb2212f95.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/1vg2c2r4/photo_page_0001.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-04T04:00:00.000+04:00 Bab al-Mandab disruption could raise petrol, airfares and grocery costs across Asia Markets, Asia, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/qatar-egypt-turkiye-condemn-israels-actions-in-gaza-as-fresh-strikes-kill-two-1.500629763 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/70ezdyma/ANI_20260803223540.jpg Representative Image (FilePhoto/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-08-04T03:52:20.269+04:00 Qatar, Egypt, Turkiye condemn Israel's actions in Gaza as fresh strikes kill two Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/death-toll-from-venezuela-quakes-rises-past-6000-and-17000-injured-1.500629737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-01/ohulagp7/202607013846851.jpg Venezuela quake death toll rises to 6,000; over 10,000 injured Gulf News en 2026-08-04T03:23:22.354+04:00 Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises past 6,000, and 17,000 injured Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-iran-talks-to-resolve-quickly-strait-of-hormuz-must-open-completely-by-tuesday-1.500629692 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-29/anqx8qq4/202607293882313.jpg US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T02:24:00.000+04:00 Trump: Iran talks to resolve 'quickly,' Strait of Hormuz must open 'completely' by Tuesday Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/three-storey-house-collapses-beside-mosque-in-northern-egypt-1.500629700 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/nwmdekba/Building Videos widely shared on social media captured the moment the building gave way as people rushed away from the area. Gulf News en 2026-08-04T00:01:05.474+04:00 Three-storey house collapses beside mosque in northern Egypt Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/london-shoppers-surprised-to-meet-sheikh-mohammed-on-city-stroll-1.500629711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/4xm5hp34/9.jpg Sheikh Mohammed stopped to greet members of the public and posed for pictures. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T23:51:44.068+04:00 London shoppers surprised to meet Sheikh Mohammed on city stroll UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/rafael-nadal-congratulates-alex-eala-on-historic-wta-triumph-1.500629708 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/ervu94ne/newsml_afp_com_20260803T000000Z_PH_GTY_2288162600.jpeg Alexandra Eala of the Philippines poses with the Championship Trophy after winning the women's singles championship match against Jessica Pegula of the United States on the final day of the Mubadala DC Open 2026 at William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center on August 3, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T23:34:46.927+04:00 Rafael Nadal congratulates Alex Eala on historic WTA triumph Tennis, Filipina tennis player, Tennis, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/trump-says-oil-firms-making-too-much-money-from-iran-shortage-1.500629681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/16u3k738/7.jpg High gasoline prices are a key political issue for Trump as his Republican Party heads into the elections in November. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T23:26:55.848+04:00 Trump says oil firms making 'too much money' from Iran shortage Energy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/palestinian-police-arrest-beggar-found-driving-163500-range-rover-1.500629684 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/slttqkp4/Palestine The suspect also owned a gold-plated iPhone 17 Pro Max, raising further questions about the source of his assets. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T23:11:57.662+04:00 Palestinian police arrest beggar found driving $163,500 Range Rover Mena, Palestine https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-police-warn-against-fake-holiday-booking-scams-1.500629695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/1bn13lm5/Police Police urged the public to verify the credibility of advertisers and deal only with licensed businesses. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T23:09:04.913+04:00 Sharjah Police warn against fake holiday booking scams UAE, Crime, Travel, Tourism, UAE https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/life/the-kurators-summer-destination-round-up-beyond-the-obvious-1.500629696 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/u56xhp77/6.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-03T23:05:25.769+04:00 The Kurator's summer destination round-up: Beyond the obvious Life https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/first-us-cyclospora-deaths-confirmed-as-michigan-reports-2-fatalities-1.500629689 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/rc18fvtb/gulfnews2026-07-07mdqiywvhCDC-7827lores.avif Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal infection that spreads when people ingest food or water contaminated with stool. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T22:49:08.759+04:00 First US cyclospora deaths confirmed as Michigan reports 2 fatalities Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabis-aleria-deploys-16000-nvidia-ai-chips-across-us-and-uae-1.500629651 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/dr35dcue/UAE-AI-Chips The infrastructure, built on Nvidia’s accelerated computing technology and DDN’s high-performance storage architecture, is already operational in both countries. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T21:51:04.192+04:00 Abu Dhabi's Aleria deploys 16,000 Nvidia AI chips across US and UAE UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-beats-jessica-pegula-to-win-historic-mubadala-dc-open-title-1.500629645 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/qwi1wsa9/Pure-joy-😃🏆-alex.eala-MubadalaDCOpen-1.jpg Alex Eala wins her first WTA title! Gulf News en 2026-08-03T21:40:09.165+04:00 Alex Eala beats Jessica Pegula to win historic Mubadala DC Open title Tennis, Philippines, Alex Eala https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/us-regulators-grant-long-awaited-boeing-737-max-7-certificate-1.500629570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/hi98rknp/5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-03T20:57:58.774+04:00 US regulators grant long-awaited Boeing 737 MAX 7 certificate Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/abu-dhabi-warns-of-thunderstorms-strong-winds-and-possible-hail-this-week-1.500629555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/s3vf33hq/Rain-AD Gulf News en 2026-08-03T20:40:39.631+04:00 Abu Dhabi warns of thunderstorms, strong winds and possible hail this week Weather, weatherforecast https://gulfnews.com/uae/filipino-expat-wins-dh20m-abu-dhabi-big-ticket-grand-prize-1.500629520 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-03/8bxcoblk/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-03-at-9.00.58-PM.jpeg Last month's winner Kanika Arora chooses the winning ticket of this month as show host Richard assists her. Gulf News en 2026-08-03T20:31:00.415+04:00 Filipino expat in UAE wins Dh20 million Abu Dhabi Big Ticket grand prize UAE, UAE, Big Ticket