https://gulfnews.com/uae/ajman-police-shares-essential-home-safety-tips-before-travelling-1.500657295 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/n9tglbi7/travel Gulf News en 2026-08-30T18:34:17.513+04:00 Ajman Police shares essential home safety tips before travelling UAE, Travel https://gulfnews.com/world/nepal-flood-death-toll-rises-to-781-with-2502-missing-disaster-authority-1.500657252 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/5bxztmhh/20260828382.JPG Nepal flash floods: Death toll climbs Gulf News en 2026-08-30T18:06:35.468+04:00 Nepal flood death toll rises to 781, with 2,502 missing: disaster authority World https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-al-maleh-festival-draws-crowds-brings-uaes-centuries-old-fishing-traditions-to-life-1.500657258 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/8vdhj2oe/Fishing-Festival-2026.jpeg The festival, which concluded on Sunday, brought together more than 80 exhibitors, including over 50 productive families, 10 companies specialising in fishing equipment and about 20 government and private entities. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:57:39.730+04:00 Sharjah Al Maleh Festival draws crowds, brings UAE’s centuries-old fishing traditions to life UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/how-to-beat-the-uae-traffic-surge-expected-as-127-million-students-go-back-to-school-1.500657248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-30/xjhej8ho/1_16a08008690_686686_2186725148_16a08008690_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2en7uhk8/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_30_at_4_16_37_PM.jpeg Thomas Edelmann https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/rm8akih1/Stalin. Stalin Meledath Mohanan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2sn4l3vd/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_30_at_4_15_36_PM.jpeg Shahina Shabeer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/l7sjkzkh/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-4.31.38-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:35:06.200+04:00 How to beat the UAE traffic surge expected as 1.27 million students go back to school Transport, Education, UAE, UAE, Back-to-school, Traffic https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-heat-tops-50c-as-bada-dafas-records-countrys-highest-temperature-1.500657247 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qfg2x0sd/Hot-weather.avif UAE temperatures soar past 50°C as Bada Dafas in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafrah records the country’s highest reading of 50.1°C, NCM data shows. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:32:01.236+04:00 UAE heat tops 50°C as Bada Dafas records country’s highest temperature Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/marc-marquez-wins-aragon-motogp-grand-prix-1.500657228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/i9hijalv/newsml_afp_com_20260830T131745Z_doc_c6un3lz.jpeg Team Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez celebrates on the podium after winning the MotoGP race of the Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz, northeastern Spain, on August 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/an29htn1/newsml_afp_com_20260830T122621Z_doc_c6uk7er.jpeg Team Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez (R) competes against Team Red Bull KTM Factory Racing's Pedro Acosta in the MotoGP race during the Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz, northeastern Spain, on August 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:23:53.993+04:00 Marc Marquez wins Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-floods-teacher-rang-the-bell-1-643-children-escaped-minutes-later-school-was-swept-away-1.500657237 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ms5mxqs7/nepal_rescue_1788095045068.jpg An Army personnel carries a rescued infant in the aftermath of flash floods at Trishuli camp in Nepal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/mf3zgk9n/teacher.gif Dawadi, 47, principal and an English teacher at Tribhuvan Trishuli Secondary School in Nepal’s Nuwakot district. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/01ta24iy/nepal1q_1788095042419.jpg A young boy is helped by a women to put up a photograph of her missing relative on a wall alongside photographs of missing and deceased people displayed outside a government hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:22:17.464+04:00 Nepal floods: Teacher rang the bell, 1,643 children escaped. Minutes later, school was swept away Asia, World, China, india, China, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/sport/tour-de-france-champion-tadej-pogačar-shares-hospital-photo-after-frightening-crash-1.500657239 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zkdqui64/preview.jpg Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar, wearing the overall leader's red jersey celebrates on the podium after the second stage of the La Vuelta cycling race, with start in Monaco and finish in Manosque, France, Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/lztr3i3f/pod.png Tadej Pogačar Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:17:23.459+04:00 Tour de France champion Tadej Pogačar shares hospital photo after frightening crash Tadej Pogacar vuelta injury update https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/at-least-six-die-in-ferry-capsize-off-northern-cyprus-1.500657150 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/aoa5aaq8/boat.jpg The cause of the capsize was not immediately known. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:15:54.193+04:00 At least six dead after ferry capsizes off Northern Cyprus Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-lebanon-establish-joint-business-council-to-boost-trade-and-investment-1.500657223 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/0t9norrr/18p06q8x1ka15pnpn.jpeg The UAE-Lebanon Business Council aims to deepen economic ties, promote two-way investments and support strategic partnerships between companies in both countries. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T17:04:56.972+04:00 UAE, Lebanon establish joint business council to boost trade and investment Business, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/21-year-old-nurse-found-dead-in-hyderabad-hospital-quarters-after-suspected-assault-1.500657230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/kaxzyqv4/Crime-scene Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:51:32.230+04:00 21-year-old nurse found dead in Hyderabad hospital quarters after suspected assault India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/new-to-anime-10-beginner-friendly-series-to-start-with-and-where-to-stream-them-1.500657202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/mvgs7k3u/filters-quality95formatwebp.webp Demon Slayer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/x7a74lay/images-23.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6fj53s1b/Fullmetal-Alchemist.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/twwia8jy/250914-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-infinity-castle-vl-359p-43210c.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/44yzyakt/G4PH0WXVJ_backdrop_wide.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6syz4vk1/attack-on-titan.jpg.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/iiud90ex/jujutsu-kaisen-3.jpg.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qxyzyn2x/images-24.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/xquipsbp/images-25.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/w08al31k/haikyu-1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1ow95f6c/one-punch-mans-season-3-opening-saitama.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:49:06.864+04:00 New to anime? 10 beginner-friendly series to start with, and where to stream them Entertainment, anime https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-sends-903-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-to-gaza-in-five-convoys-1.500657203 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/8du2ls9j/uae.jpg 74 trucks delivered food, educational materials and shelter items under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:39:41.940+04:00 UAE sends 903 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza in five convoys UAE humanitarian aid, Gaza aid, Operation Chivalrous Knight, Gaza humanitarian, UAE Gaza support, aid convoys, Palestinian relief, Gaza relief, Al Arish hub, aid logistics, relief convoys, UAE relief efforts, humanitarian supplies, Palestinian aid, Gaza basic needs https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indias-airline-sector-faces-a-harsh-reality-check-after-years-of-rapid-growth-1.500656867 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/c5j7dwzo/Indian_Airlines__Indigo__Air_India_17ccc8f9458_original_ratio.jpg Air India and IndiGo’s troubles highlight the challenges facing the world’s third-largest domestic market. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:26:48.912+04:00 India’s airline sector faces a harsh reality check after years of rapid growth India aviation, Air India, IndiGo airlines, airline safety, Indian airlines, aviation crisis, airline losses, aviation regulation, pilot safety, airline duopoly, domestic aviation, jet fuel, airspace closure, aviation growth, airline competition https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-supreme-leader-calls-for-unity-among-muslim-countries-2-1.500656852 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/lsdx3c6s/gulfnews2026-08-30jgzny94wgulfnews2026-07-19fgwtbaykMojtaba-Khamenei.avif Khamenei has yet to be seen in public since his appointment, and authorities have not released any video or audio of him. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/x7nahw17/gulfnews2026-07-19fgwtbaykMojtaba-Khamenei.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/tp2p4546/HQ2PtK3XgAATSSA.jpg A US sailor stands lookout watch aboard USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) as ship sails through regional waters while enforcing the US blockade against Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:10:45.633+04:00 Iran supreme leader calls for unity among Muslim countries Mena, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/casio-g-shock-ga-2100-review-the-casioak-earned-its-cult-status-1.500651493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/4mq088d6/gshock-1.png Casio G-Shock GA 2100 in rugged style with a city backdrop Gulf News en 2026-08-30T16:00:00.000+04:00 Casio G-Shock GA 2100 review: the CasiOak earned its cult status Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/uae-markets-free-of-eggs-recalled-in-us-over-salmonella-fears-1.500657159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-18/0tz6mk9q/newsml_afp_com_20260818T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291059337.jpeg UAE markets are free of US-recalled eggs linked to salmonella fears, reassuring consumers after thorough food safety checks and import reviews. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T15:35:39.762+04:00 UAE markets free of eggs recalled in US over salmonella fears Environment, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/wolverine-magneto-and-more-who-is-still-missing-from-marvels-new-x-men-team-1.500657102 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zf3wxov1/Wolverine-attacks-Magneto.avif Feige confirmed more casting is coming in the months ahead, which means the lineup unveiled in Anaheim is a first wave, not the finished team. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/07/26/Deadpool---Wolverine_190eea481d5_large.jpg Deadpool & Wolverine https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1z8mkbyi/MaxEisenhardt28Magneto29fromInvincibleIronManVol517.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/nmjq5oak/why-do-many-x-men-characters-have-blue-skin-the-beast-v0-oLQTs8CGEjxUi3seSnqpz7U7hLRUeD83ClruId0ydMM.jpg.webp Mystique, Nightcrawler and Beast https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/40qzfydy/images-22.jpeg Iceman Kitty Pryde by Deniz de leon Gulf News en 2026-08-30T15:02:02.753+04:00 Wolverine, Magneto and more: who is still missing from Marvel's new X-Men team? Entertainment, HollyWood, Marvel https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/tearful-roger-federer-inducted-into-international-tennis-hall-of-fame-1.500656809 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/8wfrfi2w/newsml_afp_com_20260829T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292635914.jpeg Roger Federer tries to hold back his tears during his induction ceremony at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Newport, R.I. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:48:45.702+04:00 Tearful Roger Federer inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame Roger Federer, Tennis Hall, Hall of Fame, International Tennis, Federer induction, Grand Slam, Swiss legend, Wimbledon champion, tennis legend, retired star, emotional speech, Newport ceremony, tennis tribute, ATP tour, Stefan Edberg https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/how-the-uae-could-turn-longer-lives-into-a-longevity-economy-1.500657119 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/bmhsd0fr/People_jog_during_early_hours_in_Dubai_with_the_foreground_of_greenery_in_Dubai_on_August_23__2023__.jpg Picture used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/9v6815p3/Dmitry-Kaminskiy-General-Partner-Deep-Knowledge-Group.png Dmitry Kaminskiy Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:35:44.186+04:00 How the UAE could turn longer lives into a longevity economy Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-hospital-fire-8-officials-suspended-as-probe-reveals-failures-behind-14-newborn-deaths-1.500656793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/ubrlckwo/newsml_afp_com_20260827T154727Z_doc_c6nb2cq.jpeg Activists light candles next to flowers placed outside the Mother and Child Health ward to protest against the death of infants in a fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital in Islamabad on August 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:31:38.091+04:00 Pakistan hospital fire: 8 officials suspended as probe reveals failures behind 14 newborn deaths Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/taco-bell-returns-to-uae-after-14-years-as-americana-plans-gcc-expansion-1.500657116 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/btsgaatt/newsml_afp_com_20260714T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286105584.jpeg In an aerial view, a person enters a Taco Bell restaurant on July 14, 2026 in Pasadena, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:28:04.690+04:00 Taco Bell returns to UAE after 14 years as Americana plans GCC expansion Retail, UAE, Retail https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/iceland-voters-reject-proposal-to-revive-eu-membership-talks-1.500657047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/o5xiclmg/preview.jpg Leaders of the 'No' campaign react as early results from rural Iceland put the 'No' side ahead during an election-night gathering in Reykjavik, Iceland, Saturday, August 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:26:18.953+04:00 Iceland voters reject proposal to revive EU membership talks Iceland referendum, EU membership, EU talks, accession talks, Iceland EU, EU referendum, Iceland voters, euroskepticism, Iceland politics, European solidarity, fishing rights, Cod Wars, Schengen zone, Iceland economy, Kristrun Frostadottir https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/will-iranians-revolt-as-economic-pain-deepens-tehran-is-already-preparing-1.500657103 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6zo0zxxk/uiranpetrl_1788083679662.jpg Motorists queue for fuel in Iran as economic pressure and uncertainty over petrol prices add to concerns about renewed public unrest. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/h8my9oqx/Iran_protests_1574229548777_16e87649ee9_original_ratio.jpg File picture: A sudden increase in petrol prices triggered nationwide demonstrations in 2019. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:10:31.875+04:00 Will Iranians revolt as economic pain deepens? Tehran is already preparing Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-president-establishes-national-program-for-advanced-sciences-and-technologies-1.500657100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/omzj3u4b/flag The programme aims to strengthen industrial capabilities, increase the competitiveness of Emirati products and support national sovereignty in vital sectors. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T14:04:31.885+04:00 UAE President establishes National Program for Advanced Sciences and Technologies Education, UAE, technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-china-floods-death-toll-reaches-752-as-more-than-3000-remain-missing-1.500656838 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/te1hkoyy/1.jpg The number of people missing in the catastrophic flood that sliced through the border area between Nepal and Tibet exceeded 3,000 on Sunday, as rescuers searched for survivors. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/fa901r21/6.jpg In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescuers carry out search and rescue operations at the mudslide-hit Gyirong Port in Gyirong County, southwestern China's Tibet Autonomous Region on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026. (Lhasa fire and rescue mobile detachment//Xinhua via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:57:55.721+04:00 Nepal-China floods death toll reaches 752 as more than 3,000 remain missing Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-back-to-school-2026-record-127-million-students-to-return-with-phased-start-and-new-reforms-1.500657076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-25/q6vfwmz2/NAT_250825_DPS_Amna.jpg First day after summer break at Delhi Private school in Sharjah in 2025. Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:39:24.864+04:00 UAE Back to School 2026: Record 1.27 million students to return with phased start and new reforms Education, UAE, UAE, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-deports-more-than-14900-after-nationwide-residency-crackdown-1.500657053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/0rtzu6gv/KSA The campaign also resulted in the arrest of 1,450 people attempting to enter Saudi Arabia illegally. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:29:19.649+04:00 Saudi Arabia deports more than 14,900 after nationwide residency crackdown Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-school-year-starts-monday-how-many-teaching-days-and-holidays-are-there-1.500657064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/zc9hhen2/UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/6veve13z/gulfnews2026-03-05kw4mmsogBack-to-school.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:23:06.750+04:00 UAE school year starts Monday, how many teaching days and holidays are there? Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/man-stabs-brother-four-times-after-row-over-who-should-care-for-elderly-mother-1.500657060 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/97nnnzhc/Stabbing The victim suffered one stab wound to the back and three to the thigh and was taken to Mabarra Maadi Hospital in critical condition. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/a866rfwz/congerdesign_hands_4052466.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:19:02.682+04:00 Man stabs brother four times after row over who should care for elderly mother Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/chelsea-sign-argentine-goalkeeper-emiliano-martinez-from-aston-villa-1.500657054 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/olsaqra3/newsml_afp_com_20260719T194902Z_doc_c2l69kt.jpeg Emiliano Martinez Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:17:10.318+04:00 Chelsea sign Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa on three-year deal Emiliano Martinez, Chelsea transfer, Chelsea goalkeeper, Aston Villa, Argentina keeper, Chelsea signing, transfer deadline, World Cup winner, Golden Glove, UEFA Europa, Premier League, Arsenal career, FA Cup, Argentina goalkeeper, Chelsea news https://gulfnews.com/world/offbeat/indian-army-pilots-carry-out-daring-high-altitude-rescue-at-18600-feet-near-nun-kun-1.500657059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/c28vgvih/rescue.jpg Pilots evacuate the patient from steep mountain slope with no space to land. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:01:08.217+04:00 Indian Army pilots carry out daring high-altitude rescue at 18,600 feet near Nun Kun Indian Army rescue, high altitude, Nun Kun, Army aviation, casualty evacuation, helicopter rescue, one skid landing, mountain rescue, Fire and Fury Corps, thin air, last light, strong winds, steep slope, Indian military, air wing rescue https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/back-to-school-5-laptops-on-noon-that-combine-performance-portability-and-value-for-students-1.500650435 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/8ktpvi56/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-24-2026-020317-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/g7btncui/d910e2a9-6f16-40bc-af9b-df11276e574e.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/idc634il/b6a25ffd-ce68-4516-9bf0-97dbbb373e04.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/g96t53z6/10bc901b-f37f-4d97-a0ab-1f7ad529e427.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/shrik8xq/cfc2ca57-6cf1-4f76-b09c-d48887c2b5ac.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-24/j7lzxyi1/ee4047b5-5695-4e2f-b4b1-47badaa7c751.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T13:00:00.000+04:00 Back to School: 5 laptops on noon that combine performance, portability and value for students Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/stray-kids-lee-know-donates-100-million-won-to-help-nepal-flood-victims-1.500657050 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/o0uio69i/LeeKnowofStrayKidsSeptember220258.png Lee Know made the donation on 28 August through the international relief organisation World Vision Korea Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:50:32.668+04:00 Stray Kids' Lee Know donates 100 million won to help Nepal flood victims Entertainment, Music, Kpop https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-police-warns-dh1000-fine-for-passing-stopped-school-buses-1.500657042 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/kwgwijhb/School Failing to stop carries a Dh1,000 fine and 10 traffic points, police said, reiterating traffic rules designed to protect pupils crossing roads around school buses. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:42:08.851+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police warns: Dh1,000 fine for passing stopped school buses Education, Living-Transport, Education, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/nafis-sets-two-cases-for-emirati-women-in-private-sector-to-receive-child-allowance-1.500657039 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2fumfyoe/NAFIS The allowance is available where the husband has died, or where the woman is supporting her children because her husband is unable to earn or is unemployed. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:33:47.645+04:00 Nafis sets two cases for Emirati women in private sector to receive child allowance UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-readies-10000-school-buses-for-more-than-279000-pupils-1.500657031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/bxhk14vs/AD Abu Dhabi Mobility has declared more than 10,000 licensed school buses ready to operate, with the fleet expected to transport more than 279,000 students during the 2026-27 academic year. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:24:28.610+04:00 Abu Dhabi readies 10,000 school buses for more than 279,000 pupils Education, Transport, Education, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/addisu-gobena-peres-jepchirchir-smash-course-record-in-historic-sydney-marathon-wins-1.500656804 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2dv9vsyi/newsml_afp_com_20260829T232823Z_doc_c6ty4uj.jpeg Ethiopia's Addisu Gobena celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the 2026 Sydney Marathon in Sydney on August 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/sbs8vc4r/newsml_afp_com_20260829T233631Z_doc_c6ty4ur.jpeg Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir celebrates as she crosses the finish line to win the Women’s section of the 2026 Sydney Marathon in Sydney on August 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:18:19.337+04:00 Addisu Gobena, Peres Jepchirchir smash course record in historic Sydney Marathon wins Sydney Marathon, Addisu Gobena, Peres Jepchirchir, World Marathon Major, course record, marathon results, Ethiopian runners, Kenyan runners, Sydney race, marathon winners, Harbour Bridge, Opera House finish, wheelchair race, Daniel Romanchuk, Manuela Schar https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-steps-in-to-help-iraqi-boy-with-sma-facing-two-month-treatment-deadline-1.500657022 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/drmpv489/UAE Abdulrahman Muhannad Al Ajili, who is 11 years and 10 months old, is at a critical stage in his treatment journey, with the window for receiving the appropriate therapy narrowing rapidly. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T12:14:27.193+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed steps in to help Iraqi boy with SMA facing two-month treatment deadline UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salim-khan-sent-his-son-to-apologise-to-me-subhash-ghai-on-physical-fight-with-salman-khan-1.500656997 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/2y93r7l2/images-21.jpeg Subhash Ghai and Salman Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:47:20.464+04:00 'Salim Khan sent his son to apologise to me': Subhash Ghai on physical fight with Salman Khan Entertainment, Salman Khan https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-expands-global-sports-partnerships-to-build-future-champions-1.500656714 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/rens4869/fco06pqu1ka1pgmpo.jpeg Partnerships span football, basketball, UFC, golf, rugby, badminton and more. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:42:37.352+04:00 UAE expands global sports partnerships to build future champions Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/old-kingdom-officials-tomb-uncovered-in-egypts-saqqara-necropolis-1.500656736 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/bmgi9qhc/fup06p6r1ka1tj1po.jpeg Find includes inscribed alabaster objects bearing the name of Sekhentyu-Ptah. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:38:49.594+04:00 Old Kingdom official’s tomb uncovered in Egypt’s Saqqara necropolis Saqqara tomb, Old Kingdom, Sekhentyu-Ptah, Egypt archaeology, Saqqara necropolis, Bubasteion sector, Royal chamberlain, burial shafts, false door, alabaster tools, mortuary practices, faience ushabti, stone sarcophagi, wooden falcon, Egyptian tombs https://gulfnews.com/sport/abu-dhabi-chess-festival-enters-32nd-edition-with-record-global-reach-1.500656801 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/otj19li3/Chess.jpg The 32nd edition brings together more than 2,400 players from across the world. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:28:24.600+04:00 Abu Dhabi Chess Festival enters 32nd edition with record global reach Abu Dhabi Chess, Chess Festival, Abu Dhabi tournament, World Chess Olympiad, international chess, FIDE calendar, Grandmasters, UAE chess, Abu Dhabi Sports, chess legacy, global tournament, Emirati players, Salem Abdulrahman, Rouda Al Serkal, chess infrastructure https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/rare-white-falcon-sells-for-dh15-million-at-adihex-2026-in-abu-dhabi-1.500656776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/wsqb25fl/54c06qqx1ka01zmpo.jpeg This white Gyr Garmousha chick was bred by a falcon farm in the US. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:21:17.132+04:00 Rare white falcon sells for Dh1.5 million at ADIHEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi ADIHEX 2026, white falcon, falcon auction, Abu Dhabi, Ultra White Gyr, Dh1.5 million, falconry heritage, Emirati heritage, falcon breeding, Mark Moglich farm, ADNEC Group, Sheikh Hamdan, falcon exhibition, hunting exhibition, equestrian show https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/one-dead-five-wounded-in-shooting-near-rave-in-northern-switzerland-1.500656924 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/o7o66i50/images.jpg One person was killed and five others were wounded, some of them seriously, in a shooting at a rave party in northern Switzerland, local police said on Sunday. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:13:49.109+04:00 One dead, five wounded in shooting near rave in northern Switzerland Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-sends-83-tonnes-of-urgent-aid-to-flood-hit-nepal-1.500656953 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/1oqyzjcw/aid.jpg UAE aid includes food, shelter supplies and other essentials for affected communities. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:09:32.503+04:00 UAE sends 83 tonnes of urgent aid to flood-hit Nepal Government, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/tom-cruise-on-days-of-thunder-2-the-speed-the-excitement-and-all-that-danger-1.500656971 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/5oqkdkjz/anne-tom-2.jpg.webp Days of Thunder 2 races into cinemas on 2 June 2028. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T11:09:10.629+04:00 Tom Cruise on Days of Thunder 2: 'The speed, the excitement and all that danger' HollyWood, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-to-build-a-new-highway-parallel-to-al-khail-road-and-mohammed-bin-zayed-road-1.500656972 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/g8dsnk9r/Meydan-road.jpg The new Dubai road project will include 17 kms of roads and 3.7 km of bridges. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/by9a7rb7/gulfnews_2026_08_30_nntt0laf_meydan_three.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/7n0pwaf3/Medyan-two.jpg New road project would improve traffic distribution, enhance mobility between key areas and provide alternative routes across the main road network. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/41t6jgi0/info-rta.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/nntt0laf/meydan-three.jpg The projects will connect major arterial roads including Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:59:54.975+04:00 RTA to build a new highway parallel to Al Khail Road and Mohammed bin Zayed Road Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/palestinian-ambassadors-message-touched-hearts-gargash-says-1.500656969 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qw728mdm/Palestine The event was attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan as well as diplomats, business leaders and community figures. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:59:40.587+04:00 Palestinian ambassador’s message ‘touched hearts’, Gargash says UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-bin-zayed-hails-adihex-role-in-preserving-uae-heritage-1.500656944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/qsgyo0tg/IMG6750.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/xif3uoba/IMG6756.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/fb1d7z19/IMG6757.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:15:45.421+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed hails ADIHEX role in preserving UAE heritage UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-compression-socks-help-on-long-flights-1.500652667 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/b9rajbab/travelsocks-1.png A passenger wearing compression socks while seated on a long flight Gulf News en 2026-08-30T10:00:00.000+04:00 Why compression socks help on long flights Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/toxic-box-office-day-4-yash-film-crosses-rs-190-crore-but-slows-sharply-on-saturday-1.500656923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-17/7p3i2o83/202504203383128.jpg Yash plays dual roles in the film. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T09:58:29.123+04:00 Toxic box office day 4: Yash film crosses Rs 190 crore but slows sharply on Saturday Entertainment, South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/god-saved-us-all-36-member-malayali-group-caught-in-nepal-flash-floods-returns-to-keralam-1.500656900 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/syn9sizl/4.jpg Houses lie partially submerged in muddy water along a riverside after flash floods at Trishuli Bazar in Nepal's Nuwakot district. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T09:07:36.214+04:00 'God saved us all': 36-member Malayali group caught in Nepal flash floods returns to Keralam Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-and-flydubai-flight-updates-1.500656881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/190y7f8m/gulfnews2026-03-018qzb1p7wEK-Collage.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/wr70gtxf/gulfnews2026-03-061q8wxkljDubaiairport.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-30T08:11:37.366+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai flight updates Aviation, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nearly-3000-missing-as-nepal-tibet-flood-search-continues-1.500656805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ybagl0wg/3.jpg Nepali soldiers prepare helicopters for morning rescue sorties at Trishuli in Nepal's Nuwakot district. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T07:27:29.550+04:00 Nearly 3,000 missing as Nepal-Tibet flood search continues Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-at-six-months-82-ships-redirected-under-us-blockade-hezbollah-rejects-israel-lebanon-deal-1.500656040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/raep2rzg/HQ0DNriXoAAspzp.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/21/190821-Hormuz_16cb1f27d57_large.jpg File picture: US Navy keep watch on Iranian fast attack craft in the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/4qvlmk0y/HQ2PtK3XgAATSSA.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T07:11:32.265+04:00 US-Iran war at six months: 82 ships redirected under US blockade, Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon deal Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Israel, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-sweeps-awards-hyun-bins-k-drama-feud-flares-up-and-han-so-hee-talks-heartbreak-this-week-in-k-entertainment-1.500656638 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/mj3u3glo/hyun-bin.jpeg Hyun Bin is ready for Round 2: Made in Korea. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wxgkrpb4/hyun-bin.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T07:00:00.000+04:00 BTS sweeps awards, Hyun Bin's K-Drama feud flares up and Han So-Hee talks heartbreak: This week in K-Entertainment Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/aishwarya-was-cosmetic-subhash-ghai-recalls-casting-her-in-taal-1.500656833 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/lhpri2u7/TAAAA.jpg Aishwarya Rai, Akshaye Khanna and Anil Kapoor starred in lead roles in Subhash Ghai’s 1999 musical hit Taal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/tx5w0wr3/aaaa.jpg Aishwarya Rai became a global sensation in 1994 after winning the prestigious Miss World crown. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/ob3exch6/dddd.jpg Aishwarya Rai made her acting debut in Mani Ratnam’s 1997 film Iruvar, starring alongside Mohanlal. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:40:00.000+04:00 ‘Aishwarya was cosmetic’: Subhash Ghai recalls casting her in Taal BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dil-chahta-hai-at-25-aamir-saif-farhan-reunite-as-akshaye-misses-out-1.500656840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/c11gswnm/SSSS.jpg Farhan Akhtar, Dimple Kapadia, Aamir Khan and Saif Ali Khan at ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ reunion in Mumbai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/dp3ve51w/Dil_Chahta_Hai_173d850c2af_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:38:24.548+04:00 ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ at 25: Aamir, Saif, Farhan reunite as Akshaye misses out BollyWood https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-temperatures-could-hit-49c-on-sunday-before-rain-chances-return-1.500656835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/mlasun7y/Weather Fair to partly cloudy conditions on Sunday, with humidity increasing overnight and into Monday morning. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:30:45.859+04:00 UAE weather: Temperatures could hit 49°C on Sunday before rain chances return Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/a-warrior-how-a-97-year-old-survived-nepals-devastating-floods-1.500656829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-30/b2rupjy7/NEPAL-091367.jpg Rescuers use an earthmover to carry 97-year-old Guna Maya Bohara to safety after she was rescued from beneath rubble following flash floods along the Trishuli River in Nepal’s Nuwakot district Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:15:00.000+04:00 ‘A warrior’: How a 97-year-old survived Nepal’s devastating floods Asia, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/back-to-school-uae-is-your-childs-lunchbox-safe-in-the-heat-from-ice-packs-to-hygiene-what-matters-most-1.500656794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/sd1j59r1/pexels-katerina-holmes-5905686.jpg The clock starts ticking the moment perishable food leaves the fridge. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/2nidnmcq/ruba.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/lgzzj31z/anika.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/phx6xysv/shruthi.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-30T06:00:00.000+04:00 Back to school UAE: Is your child’s lunchbox safe in the heat? From ice packs to hygiene, what matters most Education, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/our-vibes-didn-t-match-how-india-s-marriage-checklist-is-getting-a-makeover-1.500656786 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/07/06/Indian-wedding_17a7aeac244_large.jpg India’s traditional marriage checklist is changing as younger generations increasingly prioritise compatibility, independence and shared values. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T05:11:00.000+04:00 ‘Our vibes didn’t match’: How India’s marriage checklist is getting a makeover India, Lifestyle, india, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-china-over-deadly-tibet-floods-1.500656616 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/nmvu8655/mql06pqm1ka1l6qpo.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/43ul7eu5/newsml_afp_com_20260829T024656Z_doc_c6ru8a6.jpeg Fire and rescue personnel prepare to conduct search and rescue operations at Gyirong Port, which was damaged after a mudslide two days earlier, in Gyirong County, in China’s western Tibet region on August 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-30T00:09:45.215+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with China over deadly Tibet floods Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/tadej-pogacar-to-undergo-collarbone-surgery-after-vuelta-crash-1.500656719 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/7m9b9jx4/newsml_afp_com_20260825T160953Z_doc_c6gp4zq.jpeg UAE Team Emirates - XRG team's Slovenian rider Tadej Pogacar celebrates on the podium after winning the fourth stage of the Vuelta a Espana 2026, a 104,8 km race between Andorra-la-Vella and Andorra-la-Vella on August 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T23:36:14.648+04:00 Tadej Pogacar to undergo collarbone surgery after Vuelta crash Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-returns-to-us-open-as-tennis-stardom-beckons-1.500656469 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/6zf5y6n9/preview.jpg Alexandra Eala, of the Philippines, waves to the crowd in Toronto, Aug. 9, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T23:32:39.907+04:00 Alex Eala returns to US Open as tennis stardom beckons Tennis, tag https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/trumps-biggest-oil-deal-in-history-what-we-know-1.500656603 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/mzf52v8s/preview.jpg The 100-year agreement covers fields with a reported potential of 65 billion barrels. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T23:18:31.497+04:00 Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in history’: What we know economy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/jordanian-toddler-heads-to-dubai-for-24m-treatment-funded-by-sheikh-mohammed-1.500656708 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/bot3mvwl/Katia Katia Abu Al Saud travelled with her mother from Queen Alia International Airport and is due to receive treatment at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T22:58:36.621+04:00 Jordanian toddler heads to Dubai for $2.4m treatment funded by Sheikh Mohammed UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-central-bank-orders-urgent-banque-misr-review-after-us-proposal-1.500656705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/xpn1eq7y/UAE Gulf News en 2026-08-29T22:46:09.200+04:00 UAE Central Bank orders urgent Banque Misr review after US proposal Banking, UAE Central Bank https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-one-participant-takes-home-dh100000-check-if-you-won-a-prize-1.500656263 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/evnugyah/Screenshot-2026-08-29-at-9.31.41-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260829 Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:55:43.182+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: One participant takes home Dh100,000 – check if you won a prize UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/ely-buendia-chito-miranda-take-opm-back-to-dubai-2-rock-icons-2-bands-one-night-of-nostalgia-1.500656625 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wsznout4/Chito-and-Ely.jpg Between Eraserheads nostalgia and Parokya ni Edgar sing-alongs: Filipino music legends Chito Miranda (left) and Ely Buendia, are set to stage a concert in Dubai on Sunday August 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/23/coca_cola_arena_16a49050d6b_large.jpg The Coca Cola Arena in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/mgja9wak/ParokyaniEdgar.jpg Parokya ni Edgar at a live performance in 2016. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/1v528b95/Eraserheads.png The Eraserheads during their landmark Huling El Bimbo reunion concert in 2022. From left: Marcus Adoro, Ely Buendia, Buddy Zabala and Raimund Marasigan — the four men who helped redefine the sound and spirit of OPM. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:39:49.389+04:00 Ely Buendia, Chito Miranda take OPM back to Dubai: 2 rock icons, 2 bands, one night of nostalgia Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/c1z869f-uae-president-and-mohammed-bin-rashid-meet-marmoom-1.500656647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/ihpivtsl/5yf06p5s1ka1me4po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:34:46.875+04:00 UAE President and Mohammed bin Rashid meet at Al Marmoom in Dubai Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/kufiyas-flags-music-and-food-thousands-gather-in-dubai-for-inaugural-celebration-of-palestinian-culture-1.500656620 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wdd191ax/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.14.jpeg The inaugural edition of “Emirates Loves Palestine” opened on August 29 at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/f2vedsok/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.13.jpeg Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/4scg61ci/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.13-2.jpeg Attendees wave UAE and Palestinian flags https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/gyex28oi/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.17-2.jpeg Tarek Sakik, Palestinian video content creator and podcaster https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/fva82dic/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.17.jpeg Abeer Al Ramahi, ambassador of the state of Palestine to the UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/dzzlh4lk/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-20.45.14.jpeg Fuad Naser https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wka8yl02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.17-3.jpeg Taleen Younis, Year 2 student in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/vhb38u75/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.16.jpeg Palestinians gather to chant and sing along https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/f0mxgolh/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-20.45.13.jpeg Basem Abu Dagga, board member of the Palestinian Business Council https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/ep8mhr4w/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-19.51.18.jpeg From left to right: Kenan Jaber Jawabra, Rasha Mohammed Jawabra, and Rayan Jaber Jawabra Gulf News en 2026-08-29T21:14:54.602+04:00 Kufiyas, flags, music, and food: Thousands gather in Dubai for inaugural celebration of Palestinian culture people, UAE, UAE, events, Dubai, Palestine https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/the-physics-of-a-fidget-why-spinning-and-clicking-help-focus-1.500654024 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/uywu09fg/fidgetspinners-1.png The small movements of fidgeting may give restless energy an outlet, making it easier to stay engaged and focused. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T20:00:00.000+04:00 The physics of a fidget: why spinning and clicking help focus Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/steel-coil-truck-triggered-deadly-15-vehicle-samail-crash-oman-police-say-1.500656522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/zetqt1f3/oman When the truck reached the congestion, its driver lost control and the load of steel coils became dislodged. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T18:34:45.691+04:00 Steel-coil truck triggered deadly 15-vehicle Samail crash, Oman police say Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/sharjah-private-schools-prepare-for-new-term-with-204000-pupils-and-six-new-campuses-1.500656513 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/f6208ekf/SPEA Sharjah welcomes new term with more schools, nurseries and Emirati teachers. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T18:33:13.771+04:00 Sharjah private schools prepare for new term with 204,000 pupils and six new campuses Living-Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/zimbabwe-crash-involving-church-minibus-kills-27-1.500656320 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-15/2py75ovm/STOCK-AMBULANCE [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-08-29T18:04:16.335+04:00 Zimbabwe crash involving church minibus kills 27 Zimbabwe crash, church minibus, road accident, fatal crash, Chivhu crash, Harare road, truck collision, Zimbabwe road safety, churchgoers killed, head-on collision, haulage truck, Zimbabwe tragedy, 27 dead, social media footage, ZBC video https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/lando-norris-extends-mclaren-stay-until-2030-1.500656309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/kvmhc5t8/newsml_afp_com_20260716T155531Z_doc_c2dv2z4.jpeg McLaren's British driver Lando Norris Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:58:59.244+04:00 Lando Norris extends McLaren stay until 2030 Lando Norris, McLaren, F1 champion, contract extension, Formula 1, McLaren F1, Norris contract, drivers title, Dutch Grand Prix, Abu Dhabi, Oscar Piastri, Andrea Stella, constructors titles, MCL39, back-to-back wins https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-august-29-1.500656491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-21/2v6qlfu3/20260301227f.jpg Pezeshkian said Iran's imports and exports had fallen by between 25 and 35 per cent in recent months. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:52:21.668+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know tonight, August 29 UAE, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/sport/neeraj-chopra-ruled-out-of-2026-season-with-ankle-ligament-tear-to-miss-asian-games-title-defence-1.500656391 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/k0ya2ng4/newsml_afp_com_20260731T204408Z_doc_c3qb2en.jpeg India's Neeraj Chopra Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:52:01.235+04:00 Neeraj Chopra ruled out of 2026 season with ankle ligament tear, to miss Asian Games title defence Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/jose-mourinho-says-kylian-mbappe-worthy-of-ballon-dor-1.500656439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/rgx3fsmn/newsml_afp_com_20260704T000000Z_PH_GTY_2291884354.jpeg Kylian Mbappe Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:44:46.465+04:00 Jose Mourinho says Kylian Mbappe worthy of Ballon d'Or Kylian Mbappe, Ballon d'Or, Jose Mourinho, Real Madrid, best player, World Cup, Champions League, La Liga, France captain, top scorer, World Cup record, Harry Kane, Rodri, Ousmane Dembele, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-china-flood-death-toll-rises-to-682-disaster-authority-1.500656016 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/m3leix0m/newsml_afp_com_20260827T021922Z_doc_c6l7769.jpeg Residents look at buildings submerged by mud following flash floods and a landslide disaster in Trishuli Bazar, in Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:25:53.680+04:00 Nepal-China flood death toll rises to 682: disaster authority Asia, China, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/nagarjunas-100th-film-titled-king100-set-for-december-release-1.500656450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/uqkx3l10/Nagu.jpg Nagarjuna in ‘King100’. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T17:03:57.623+04:00 Nagarjuna’s 100th film titled ‘King100’, set for December release South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-flood-sweeps-bank-safe-down-river-then-29-people-allegedly-break-it-open-1.500656442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/s1zz2tww/92-lakh-nepalese-rupees-is-roughly-equivalent-to-rs-58-lakh-in-indian-currency-290704529-16x90.avif Flood carried the safe downstream before police say locals broke it open and took cash. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:42:02.919+04:00 Nepal flood sweeps bank safe down river — then 29 people allegedly break it open Asia, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/scientists-asked-1000-people-to-bury-their-underwear-what-they-found-surprised-them-1.500656410 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/fxwdyl2n/buried-cotton-underwear.webp The more the cotton disappeared, the more active the microscopic life beneath the ground. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:17:18.299+04:00 Scientists asked 1,000 people to bury their underwear — what they found surprised them Europe, Offbeat https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-plan-to-scrap-h-1b-grace-period-clears-key-review-1.500656019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/2rjr7jj6/WhatsApp_Image_2023_07_28_at_13_24_49.jpeg Proposal cleared White House review with changes but has not yet been published. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:12:36.123+04:00 US plan to scrap H-1B grace period clears key review H-1B grace period, H-1B visa, US immigration, Trump administration, DHS proposal, foreign workers, Indian professionals, visa grace, USCIS rule, Federal Register, H-1B fee, tech hiring, visa policy, regulatory review, Ajay Bhutoria https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-some-sneakers-bounce-and-others-feel-flat-foam-and-drop-1.500653134 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/x8yc7tv6/cushionshoe-1.png How foam and heel drop shape a running shoe’s ride Gulf News en 2026-08-29T16:00:00.000+04:00 Why some sneakers bounce and others feel flat: foam and drop Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-join-onam-celebrations-in-karama-viral-video-wins-hearts-1.500656330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/0a4r5wsq/ONAAA.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T14:34:08.843+04:00 Dubai Police join Onam celebrations in Karama, viral video wins hearts UAE, viral https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/i-am-a-wicket-taker-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-enjoys-surprise-bowling-role-1.500656326 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/lgqqh6mq/Sooryavanshi.jpg Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Gulf News en 2026-08-29T14:31:51.809+04:00 ‘I am a wicket-taker’: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi enjoys surprise bowling role Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Duleep Trophy, wicket taker, East Zone, teenage sensation, left arm spin, Ishan Kishan, India cricket, vice captain, first class, North East Zone, Rahul Dravid, BCCI Domestic, Bihar cricketer, batting all rounder https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-warns-ai-users-to-check-permissions-before-granting-camera-or-location-access-1.500656300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/oedb7y9s/UAE The Council said the greatest privacy risk posed by an AI tool may not be the information a user types into it, but the data and device functions the tool is allowed to access Gulf News en 2026-08-29T14:20:11.897+04:00 UAE warns AI users to check permissions before granting camera or location access UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/djokovic-alcaraz-sabalenka-and-williams-five-reasons-to-watch-us-open-2026-1.500656219 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/i133wh28/Novo.jpg Novak Djokovic of Serbia practices against Denis Shapovalov of Canada during Fan Week as part of the 2026 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 27, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/cy7olc2v/Novak.jpg Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, serves to Alexander Zverev, of Germany, during a practice at the US Open tennis championships Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, in New York. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/slcjy0ch/preview.jpg Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, returns the ball during a mixed doubles match at the US Open tennis championships, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, in New York. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/c4aq5mdf/preview.jpg Serena Williams and Venus Williams https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/il5t3gio/preview.jpg Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, returns the ball during a mixed doubles match at the US Open tennis championships, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, in New York. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T13:58:58.851+04:00 Djokovic, Alcaraz, Sabalenka and Williams: Five reasons to watch US Open 2026 Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/17000-children-need-urgent-aid-after-nepal-floods-unicef-1.500656189 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/9n22ynmo/newsml_afp_com_20260829T071334Z_doc_c6rx79g.jpeg Army personnel carry rescued children in the aftermath of flash floods at Trishuli camp in Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T13:55:43.158+04:00 17,000 children need urgent aid after Nepal floods: UNICEF Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/gargash-calls-anti-uae-media-campaigns-desperate-says-nations-achievements-speak-louder-than-attacks-1.500656285 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/1njh2bvm/Gargash Gargash said the campaigns were based on distortion and rumours set against determination and achievement. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T13:49:48.214+04:00 Gargash calls anti-UAE media campaigns ‘desperate’, says nation’s achievements speak louder than attacks UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-floods-leave-934-hydropower-workers-out-of-contact-1.500656223 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/jd91e7lr/newsml_afp_com_20260828T211217Z_doc_c6rl79k.jpeg This handout satellite image released by Vantor on August 28, 2026 shows the Rasuwagadhi Hydropower plant on the Trishuli river in the Rasuwa District, Northern Nepal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/16kz4ksp/Nuwakot.jpg This aerial photograph shows houses covered heavily in sludge in the aftermath of flash floods at Devighat in Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T13:40:17.231+04:00 Nepal floods leave 934 hydropower workers out of contact Nepal floods, hydropower workers, Rasuwa floods, Nuwakot floods, Bhote Koshi, Upper Trishuli-1, Upper Trishuli-3B, Rasuwagadhi project, IPPAN Nepal, NDRRMA, Nepal hydropower, flood damage, World Bank IFC, South Korean investors, disaster response https://gulfnews.com/world/leaders-of-russia-china-iran-to-attend-summit-in-kyrgyzstan-1.500656012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-26/pepto3nf/newsml_afp_com_20250626T050705Z_doc_63ue7np.jpeg Russia, China, Iran and India Leaders Meet in Bishkek for 25th Anniversary SCO Summit Gulf News en 2026-08-29T12:31:45.879+04:00 Leaders of Russia, China, Iran to attend summit in Kyrgyzstan World https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/falcons-worth-up-to-dh1m-steal-the-show-at-adihex-2026-in-abu-dhabi-1.500656220 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/8rn42nt9/ANS8629.JPG Visitors flock to Abu Dhabi exhibition as falconry, heritage and equestrian displays take centre stage. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/2klqeewz/DSC8226.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/o5qbjock/DSC6435.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/r2kzypwi/MB19284.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/n3ilvw2e/MB19461.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/ge2vt66h/DSC6442.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wo9zals8/DSC7926.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/sdgkwwmi/JR800457.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/b88gbd2o/MM11396.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/gqwotnil/SOO07871.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/rn2z68ws/SOO02253.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/adhgxi6o/SM25381.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-29T12:19:01.680+04:00 Falcons worth up to Dh1m steal the show at ADIHEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-police-trains-school-security-guards-on-traffic-safety-1.500656212 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/wr81xono/dubai-police.jpg Guards from 35 schools learned how to manage traffic and respond to minor incidents. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T12:02:03.146+04:00 Dubai Police trains school security guards on traffic safety Transport, Dubai, Dubai transport https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/six-killed-18-injured-in-multi-vehicle-crash-in-omans-samail-1.500656194 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/i211vhpv/Oman Gulf News en 2026-08-29T11:42:31.014+04:00 Six killed, 18 injured in multi-vehicle crash in Oman’s Samail Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/england-pace-quartet-might-keep-jofra-archer-going-until-he-is-40-1.500655924 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/fcei8mjo/newsml_afp_com_20260828T150107Z_doc_c6qw4fm.jpeg England's Jofra Archer (L) celebrates with teammates after bowling Pakistan's Ali Usman on day two of the second Test match at Lord's cricket ground in Leeds, London on August 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T11:26:44.347+04:00 England pace quartet might keep Jofra Archer going until he is 40 Cricket, UK https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-war-at-six-months-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-29-2026-1.500656163 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/3/30/1_16a08142d49.1701028_2236591801_16a08142d49_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T11:26:10.714+04:00 US-Iran war at six months: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 29, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/nepal-floods-four-member-australian-malayali-family-among-missing-1.500656181 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/kgbyi2mm/ssss.jpg (From left) Rishab Sreedharan Iyer, Sreedharan Iyer, Lakshmi Sreedharan Iyer and Rudra Sreedharan Iyer, the four family members missing in Nepal. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T11:20:04.487+04:00 Nepal floods: Four-member Australian Malayali family among missing India https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/donald-trump-to-mark-911-at-pentagon-not-new-york-1.500655954 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/1fll1fe2/newsml_afp_com_20260828T000000Z_PH_GTY_2292496944.jpeg President Donald Trump walks to a vehicle after stepping off Marine One after landing at the Ellipse near the White House on August 28, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T11:18:15.068+04:00 Donald Trump to mark 9/11 at Pentagon, not New York Donald Trump, 9/11 anniversary, Pentagon ceremony, New York memorial, September 11, Twin Towers, Al-Qaeda, terror attacks, JD Vance, White House, Maggie Haberman, New York Times, Truth Social, first responders, 9/11 victims https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-parents-urged-to-check-discounts-in-final-back-to-school-shopping-rush-1.500656162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/grvw8a7m/back-to-school-shopping Pupils across the UAE are scheduled to return to classrooms on Monday, Aug. 31, while Dubai private schools following September-start calendars begin the 2026-27 academic year that day. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T10:53:27.721+04:00 Dubai parents urged to check discounts in final back-to-school shopping rush UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-diplomats-families-begin-return-to-middle-east-embassies-1.500656158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/djh6awpr/embassy.jpg A Bahraini armored personnel vehicle and personnel reinforce US Embassy security just outside of a gate to the building, surrounded in barbed wire, in Manama, Bahrain. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T10:42:01.269+04:00 US diplomats, families begin return to Middle East embassies US diplomats, Middle East embassies, Iran war, restricted operations, ordered departure, authorised departure, State Department, diplomat families, US embassies, US Iran policy, Qatar embassy, Kuwait embassy, Bahrain embassy, Israel embassy, Lebanon embassy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/salman-khans-raksha-bandhan-celebration-wins-praise-for-its-secular-message-1.500656149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/zcan5hye/PIC22.jpg Arpita shared pictures and videos from the Raksha Bandhan celebrations on her Instagram stories, showing her tying a rakhi on Salman's wrist. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T10:31:29.078+04:00 Salman Khan’s Raksha Bandhan celebration wins praise for its secular message BollyWood, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-this-19-year-old-indian-student-in-sharjah-uses-ai-to-tackle-farming-fuel-and-deepfakes-1.500656128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/aiqpw5ps/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-28-at-12.12.04.jpeg Bashaar Naik https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/m8zs8dn8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-28-at-14.00.39.jpeg Bashaar Naik (second from left) with his family https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/x48ryu6d/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_28_at_14_00_39_2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/f79i3q3q/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_28_at_14_02_29.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/5ewj6283/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-28-at-12.12.03-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/76fixk9c/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-28-at-12.12.03-3.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T10:06:11.455+04:00 How this 19-year-old Indian student in Sharjah uses AI to tackle farming, fuel, and deepfakes people, UAE, UAE, AI, indian students, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/why-moisturiser-works-better-on-damp-skin-1.500651551 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/7m00mci9/moisturiser1-1.png A woman applying moisturiser to damp skin, highlighting how moisture helps support hydration. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T10:00:00.000+04:00 Why moisturiser works better on damp skin Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/the-rise-of-quiet-socialising-why-uae-residents-are-choosing-plans-that-dont-feel-like-plans-1.500652837 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/769kyx85/shutterstock2583179453-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T10:00:00.000+04:00 The rise of ‘quiet socialising’: Why UAE residents are choosing plans that don’t feel like plans Living-UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-inflight-catering-bill-rises-12-to-dh53-billion-1.500656107 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/xfacv03v/Emirates The figure was 12 per cent higher than the Dh4.746 billion recorded a year earlier and works out to an average of about Dh443 million a month. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T09:38:08.916+04:00 Emirates’ inflight catering bill rises 12% to Dh5.3 billion Aviation, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-the-uae-today-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flydubai-flight-status-and-cancellations-1.500656096 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-26/y2xgohfi/Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 UAE travellers urged to check flight status as Bahrain, Kuwait routes face cancellations amid regional tensions Gulf News en 2026-08-29T09:32:46.320+04:00 Flying from the UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai flight status and cancellations Aviation, Gulf, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-floods-first-batch-of-106-stranded-maharashtra-tourists-reaches-india-84-more-expected-today-1.500656097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/qq7q18m0/202608293922321.jpg Nepal floods: First batch of 106 stranded Maharashtra tourists reaches India; 84 expected today (Ld) Gulf News en 2026-08-29T09:19:43.430+04:00 Nepal floods: First batch of 106 stranded Maharashtra tourists reaches India; 84 more expected today Asia, ians https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/gunfire-and-explosions-shake-niamey-after-attackers-target-airport-and-presidency-1.500656098 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/pzkcn20u/NIGER Two Reuters witnesses reported heavy exchanges of fire around Diori Hamani International Airport and near the presidential palace. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T09:15:29.429+04:00 Gunfire and explosions shake Niamey after attackers target airport and presidency Africa, Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/strengthening-strategic-ties-pm-modi-embarks-on-four-day-visit-to-uzbekistan-kyrgyzstan-1.500656071 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/oypd6tyb/202608293922269.jpg PM Modi begins four-day Central Asia tour to boost strategic ties with Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan Gulf News en 2026-08-29T08:16:52.632+04:00 'Strengthening strategic ties': PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan India, ians https://gulfnews.com/world/trump-announces-deal-for-huge-us-stake-in-venezuelan-oil-reserves-2-1.500655990 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/5bh4qnn6/newsml_afp_com_20260423T201110Z_doc_a8tg8dy.jpeg US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-08-29T08:12:02.527+04:00 Trump announces deal for huge US stake in Venezuelan oil reserves World https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/ecuador-ex-president-sentenced-to-5-years-for-corruption-1.500656047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/kil22njp/newsml_afp_com_20260828T213031Z_doc_c6rn3zy.jpeg Ecuador's former president (2017–2021) Lenin Moreno speaks with the media as he leaves the National Court of Justice over a corruption case in Quito, on May 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T08:05:02.877+04:00 Ecuador ex-president sentenced to 5 years for corruption Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-declares-hormuz-mine-cleared-as-qatar-iran-seek-de-escalation-and-new-carrier-heads-to-middle-east-1.500654981 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/04/13/The-aircraft-carrier-USS-Theodore-Roosevelt-_17174751618_large.jpg The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) transits the Pacific Ocean while conducting a tailored ship’s training availability off the coast of Southern California on April 30, 2017. The Sailor assigned to the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) who was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the US Naval Hospital Guam April 9 died of COVID-related complications reported by the US Navy on April 13, 2020. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/pgjn3c0x/newsml_afp_com_20260810T095419Z_doc_c4az2jp.jpeg Vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on August 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T07:32:43.204+04:00 US declares Hormuz mine-cleared as Qatar, Iran seek de-escalation and new carrier heads to Middle East Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Israel, Iran, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, us-israel, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/5-k-drama-pairs-so-good-they-kept-coming-back-for-more-lee-dong-wook-and-yoo-in-na-hyun-bin-and-son-ye-jin-1.500656020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/dx6ygrme/touch.jpeg Lee Dong-wook and Yoo In-Na in Touch Your Heart https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/7wswz8nx/lee.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/ef09mvdl/dongwook.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-29T07:00:00.000+04:00 5 K-Drama pairs so good, they kept coming back for more: Lee Dong-wook and Yoo In-na, Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-alert-temperatures-to-hit-48c-with-blowing-dust-and-chance-of-rain-1.500656028 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-29/m7i63p1q/Weather Partly cloudy conditions across the country, with humidity increasing overnight and into Sunday morning over some coastal areas. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T06:47:43.775+04:00 UAE weather alert: Temperatures to hit 48°C with blowing dust and chance of rain Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-world-is-absorbing-irans-oil-shock-can-tehran-absorb-its-own-1.500655667 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-26/zdhzyjab/37.jpg Vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz, off the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T05:43:00.000+04:00 The world is absorbing Iran’s oil shock. Can Tehran absorb its own? Op-Eds, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/ronaldo-answers-substitution-drama-with-goal-no-978-but-was-it-already-going-in-1.500655993 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/n9jzjptw/newsml_afp_com_20260828T193836Z_doc_c6rg7ra.jpeg Nassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo controls the ball during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Taawoun at the Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh on August 28, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/hhcc97fz/newsml_afp_com_20260828T193836Z_doc_c6rg2xq.jpeg Nassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo controls the ball during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Taawoun at the Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh on August 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-29T04:35:07.826+04:00 Ronaldo answers substitution drama with goal No. 978 but was it already going in? Football, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-algeria-after-deadly-wildfires-1.500655919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/sg0mxulp/Mofa Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T23:55:31.737+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Algeria after deadly wildfires UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/england-seize-control-as-pakistan-collapse-at-lords-1.500655882 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/tj77ln8o/newsml_afp_com_20260828T144426Z_doc_c6qt9kc.jpeg England's Ollie Robinson appeals for a LBW decision against Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan, given after a successful review on day two of the second Test match at Lord's cricket ground in Leeds, London on August 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T23:17:41.993+04:00 England seize control as Pakistan collapse at Lord’s Cricket, Pakistan, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/donald-trump-announces-new-us-space-academy-1.500655862 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/drasvvff/newsml_afp_com_20260828T175111Z_doc_c6rd6nw.jpeg US President Donald Trump holds up an executive order establishing a new US Space Academy after signing it at NASA's Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, on August 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T23:06:29.878+04:00 Donald Trump announces new US 'Space Academy' Space Academy, Trump space, US Space Force, NASA training, space recruits, military space, China rivalry, Johnson Space Center, West Point model, Artemis 2, Moon race, Mars missions, space strategy, space industry, space medal https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-to-allow-online-passport-renewal-for-citizens-living-abroad-1.500655690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/0p9fuviz/ecc415cb714cbb8c2519af70ebcf39cf.jpg US online passport renewal platform could add 220,000 overseas users by 2027, streamlining applications and reducing consular workload. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T22:23:51.088+04:00 US to allow online passport renewal for citizens living abroad online passport renewal, US passports, Americans abroad, digital renewal, State Department, overseas citizens, embassy visits, consular services, travel documents, online platform, passport fees, processing time, Form DS-82, passport security, Federal Register https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/saif-ali-khan-stabbing-case-accused-moves-to-plead-guilty-1.500655742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/kjlt9rg9/202608283922111.jpg Saif Ali Khan Gulf News en 2026-08-28T22:16:18.883+04:00 Saif Ali Khan stabbing case: Accused moves to plead guilty Saif Ali Khan, stabbing case, Saif stabbing, guilty plea, Mohammad Shariful, Bollywood crime, Bandra residence, Lilavati Hospital, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, robbery weapon, grievous hurt, Foreigners Act, celebrity security, social media debate, Mumbai court https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/dolly-parton-streams-skyrocket-after-her-death-up-2109-in-the-us-and-1280-globally-1.500655696 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/mwj6hy0u/preview.jpg A portrait of the late Dolly Parton surrounded by flowers and cards in a memorial sits outside her home Thursday, August 27, 2026, in Brentwood, Tennessee. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/s2xwwx0i/preview.jpg Dolly Parton performs at Glastonbury music festival, June 29, 2014. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T21:20:10.390+04:00 Dolly Parton streams skyrocket after her death, up 2,109% in the US and 1,280% globally Music, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepal-flood-toll-hits-469-1400-missing-as-china-pauses-rescue-on-overflowing-lake-1.500655104 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/1o2t1o9m/preview.jpg In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a drone photo shows a flood-hit area in Nuwakot, Nepal on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026. (Sulav Shrestha/Xinhua via AP) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/emq37j6f/Screenshot-2026-08-27-at-10.58.04-AM.png A horrific scene of severe flooding at the Rasuwagadhi border point on the Nepal-Tibet border. The strong currents wreaked havoc across the area, leaving 400 pilgrims and 105 Indian tourists also missing in the Nepal floods. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/ltnh55az/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192303Z_doc_c6ny266.jpeg satellite image taken on October 18, 2023 showing the Pasang Lhamu Highway running alongside the Trishuli river near Thulo Bharku in the Rasuwa District of Bagmati Province in Nepal and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/r7oa7gcu/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192251Z_doc_c6nx2nq.jpeg Image taken on October 18, 2023 showing the Trishuli Bridge in Nepal before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/1no0wxsu/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192217Z_doc_c6nu9zt.jpeg Satellite image taken on April 19, 2024 showing an overview of overview of bridges and buidlings along the Trishuli River before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/6vt06pnj/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192204Z_doc_c6nv6zu.jpeg Satellite image taken on October 18, 2023 showing an overview of overview of bridges and buidlings along the Trishuli River before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/boga8ucg/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192149Z_doc_c6nv4wg.jpeg Satellite image taken on October 18, 2023 showing the mountain village of Syapru Besi in the Rasuwa District of northern Nepal before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/tla4k5kh/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192134Z_doc_c6nu6g3.jpeg Satellite image taken on April 19, 2024 showing an overview of the China-Nepal border and Gyirong Port/Rasuwagadhi border post before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/p5xhngbs/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192119Z_doc_c6nt4nq.jpeg Satellite image taken on April 19, 2024 showing an overview of the China-Nepal border and Gyirong Port/Rasuwagadhi border post before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/ltnh55az/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192303Z_doc_c6ny266.jpeg satellite image taken on October 18, 2023 showing the Pasang Lhamu Highway running alongside the Trishuli river near Thulo Bharku in the Rasuwa District of Bagmati Province in Nepal and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/r7oa7gcu/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192251Z_doc_c6nx2nq.jpeg Image taken on October 18, 2023 showing the Trishuli Bridge in Nepal before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/1no0wxsu/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192217Z_doc_c6nu9zt.jpeg Satellite image taken on April 19, 2024 showing an overview of overview of bridges and buidlings along the Trishuli River before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/6vt06pnj/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192204Z_doc_c6nv6zu.jpeg Satellite image taken on October 18, 2023 showing an overview of overview of bridges and buidlings along the Trishuli River before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/boga8ucg/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192149Z_doc_c6nv4wg.jpeg Satellite image taken on October 18, 2023 showing the mountain village of Syapru Besi in the Rasuwa District of northern Nepal before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/tla4k5kh/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192134Z_doc_c6nu6g3.jpeg Satellite image taken on April 19, 2024 showing an overview of the China-Nepal border and Gyirong Port/Rasuwagadhi border post before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/p5xhngbs/newsml_afp_com_20260827T192119Z_doc_c6nt4nq.jpeg Satellite image taken on April 19, 2024 showing an overview of the China-Nepal border and Gyirong Port/Rasuwagadhi border post before flooding and (R) a handout satellite image taken on August 27, 2026 after flash floods and landslides hit the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/yp85oqw2/ANI_20260828064251.jpg Flash flood ravages Nepal’s Nuwakot (Photo/ANI) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/s2vseyc8/People-walk-past-damage-in-the-aftermath-of-flash-floods-in-Devighat-in-the-Nuwakot-district-in-Nepal-Thursday-Aug-27-2026. People walk past damage in the aftermath of flash floods in Devighat in the Nuwakot district in Nepal, Thursday, Aug 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/n8dpbeer/preview.jpg In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a drone photo shows a flood-hit area in Nuwakot, Nepal on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026. (Sulav Shrestha/Xinhua via AP) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/airq1m3e/20260827671.JPG Trump offers aid after Nepal-Tibet floods https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/zd8yahh7/PG1-NEPAL-1-Read-Only.jpg An aerial view shows houses lying deluged in sludge after flash floods at Devighat, Bidur Municipality in Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 27, 2026. Nepal's disaster agency said that 823 people remained out of contact on August 27, more than 24 hours after a deadly flood tore through the border region with Tibet. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/wqtgsz0u/preview.jpg People walk past damage in the aftermath of flash floods in Devighat in the Nuwakot district in Nepal, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Niranjan Shrestha) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-27/h0xagjia/ANI_20260827203712.jpg Flash flood ravages Nepal’s Nuwakot (Photo/ANI) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/o98uym46/ANI_20260828024817.jpg Flash flood ravages Nepal’s Nuwakot (Photo/ANI) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/9f74m2zr/newsml_afp_com_20260828T044431Z_doc_c6pf7ke.jpeg Army personnel guide rescued residents at an army camp following flash floods, in Battar Bazar town of Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T20:54:10.399+04:00 Nepal flood toll hits 579, 2,400 missing as China pauses rescue on overflowing lake Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/indias-forex-reserves-hit-record-7293-billion-on-strong-dollar-inflows-1.500655519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/ou3m1l9w/Stock_Reserve_Bank_of_India_RBI__174074147d6_original_ratio.jpg The sharp rise in reserves has been supported by strong foreign currency inflows following measures introduced by the RBI in June to attract overseas capital. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T20:34:05.628+04:00 India’s forex reserves hit record $729.3 billion on strong dollar inflows India forex reserves, RBI reserves, foreign exchange, dollar inflows, rupee support, diaspora deposits, FCNR deposits, overseas capital, carry cost, US interest rates, rupee recovery, oil prices, external position, capital flows, RBI intervention https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-and-kuwait-agree-to-strengthen-defence-cooperation-1.500655613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/3pq46wu9/202608283921914.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-28T20:27:45.475+04:00 India and Kuwait agree to strengthen defence cooperation India Kuwait defence, defence cooperation, Joint Defence Committee, strategic partnership, military cooperation, defence industry, military exercises, defence training, defence medicine, defence R&D, DRDO, DPSUs, National War Memorial, Amitabh Prasad, Raed Alsakran https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-laptop-sleeves-and-tech-organisers-on-amazonae-2026-5-picks-for-students-1.500651427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-25/n374adkw/laptopsleeve-1.png Laptop sleeves and a tech organiser arranged with everyday student essentials. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T20:00:00.000+04:00 Best laptop sleeves and tech organisers on Amazon.ae 2026: 5 picks for students Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/metas-landmark-us-teen-settlement-faces-major-age-verification-and-privacy-challenges-1.500655679 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/jqwhh8le/preview.jpg Meta's new teen restrictions could require ID checks, selfies or activity-based age estimates. Gulf News en 2026-08-28T19:51:14.419+04:00 Meta’s landmark US teen settlement faces major age verification and privacy challenges Meta settlement, teen safety, age verification, Instagram teens, Facebook teens, parental controls, privacy concerns, data surveillance, social media regulation, online curfew, time limits, digital rights, age estimation, VPN workarounds, US states https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/emirati-racer-alia-abdulsalam-breaks-formula-4-powerboat-world-speed-record-1.500655695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-28/5a1xdbmm/ly906opz1ka1c5qpo.jpeg Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam Fairooz Gulf News en 2026-08-28T19:17:24.001+04:00 Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam breaks Formula 4 powerboat world speed record Alia Abdulsalam, Formula 4, powerboat racing, world speed record, Emirati racer, marine motorsport, Lake Songe, UIM F4, Norway racing, women in motorsport, UAE sports, speed record, Alia Fairooz, John Brewer, UIM championship