https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airport-operating-near-full-capacity-despite-regional-conflict-1.500614416 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/44cpa4nk/Stock-photo-of-Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths says operations are stable as airlines reroute flights around affected airspace. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-19/z73yanbr/STAFFBUS_251119_Dubai_Airshow_Paul_Griffiths_VSAKLANI_71763556361563.jpg Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:28:45.581+04:00 Dubai Airport operating near full capacity despite regional conflict Aviation, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-champions-spain-return-home-to-heroes-welcome-1.500614445 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0r7m3s2m/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286814075.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain is presented the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and U.S. President Donald Trump as they celebrate the World Cup champions following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:18:10.118+04:00 World champions Spain return home to heroes’ welcome World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/four-indian-sailors-killed-as-ship-hit-near-odesa-1.500614427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xwuly1zx/Leo.jpg The destroyed civilian cargo ship Golden Leo on the Black Sea, following an alleged Russian missile strike. Ukraine's navy said on July 19, 2026 that Russian missile strikes on a Turkish-owned cargo ship carrying grain had killed six people on board, while another four crew members were missing. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:12:07.250+04:00 Four Indian sailors killed as ship hit near Odesa India https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-king-of-the-north-in-no-10-downing-street-1.500614437 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cz7d4ons/newsml_afp_com_20260720T123140Z_doc_c2mr4tn.jpeg Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham gives his first speech in front of 10 Downing Street in central London on July 20, 2026, after being asked by the king to form the next government. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:09:03.859+04:00 Andy Burnham: ‘King of the North’ in No 10 Downing Street Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-president-says-country-in-full-scale-war-with-us-as-houthis-announce-saudi-maritime-blockade-1.500613551 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/e7yjsxxl/images.jpg 'The reality is that today the Islamic Republic of Iran is engaged in a full-scale war,' Pezeshkian said https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/nkhjhc37/Jet.jpg A US Air Force fighter pilot performs pre-flight checks on an F-16 fighter jet. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:04:47.531+04:00 Iran president says country in 'full-scale war' with US as Houthis announce Saudi maritime blockade Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-becomes-uks-seventh-prime-minister-in-a-decade-1.500614432 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/jymbrk1w/newsml_afp_com_20260720T114904Z_doc_c2mn3ma.jpeg Labour Party leader Andy Burnham and his wife Marie-France van Heel, wave after an audience at Buckingham Palace, London, where Britain's King Charles III invited the leader of the Labour Party to become Prime Minister and form a new government, on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:04:29.884+04:00 Andy Burnham becomes UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/al-ansari-financial-services-expands-western-union-partnership-across-bahrain-and-kuwait-1.500614391 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/t6p8c39z/MOHAMM1.JPG Mohammad Bitar, Deputy Group CEO of Al Ansari Financial Services, and Nicolas Levi, Regional Vice President and Head of the Middle East, Pakistan and Afghanistan at Western Union, with members of both teams at the signing ceremony. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:14:47.498+04:00 Al Ansari Financial Services expands Western Union partnership across Bahrain and Kuwait Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/a-200-jump-in-response-dubai-polices-ai-platform-is-transforming-protection-1.500614371 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/7aha2k74/Dubai-Police Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:02:49.735+04:00 A 200% jump in response: Dubai Police’s AI platform is transforming protection Government, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/rafid-call-exposes-stolen-vehicle-after-crash-in-sharjah-1.500614321 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/rh9uf7gh/Sharjah Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:01:34.855+04:00 Rafid call exposes stolen vehicle after crash in Sharjah UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/more-than-190000-emiratis-now-employed-by-uae-private-sector-1.500614308 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/afzzid2u/Mohre Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:00:56.335+04:00 More than 190,000 Emiratis now employed by UAE private sector UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/dubai-left-lane-rules-fines-speed-limits-and-restrictions-explained-1.500314249 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/nr3w0usu/gulfnews2026-01-2280txqjmtNAT-DUBAI-ROAD-1-Read-Only.avif From overtaking etiquette to penalties for not giving way, here’s what every driver should know when driving in the fast lane. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:10:40.243+04:00 Dubai left lane rules: Fines, speed limits, and restrictions explained Living-Transport, dubai traffic fines, UAE traffic fines, Dubai transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/dsp-mohammed-siraj-meets-telanganas-top-cop-1.500614305 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/b5wbfozc/Siraj-2.jpg Indian fast bowler and DSP Mohammed Siraj (second left) meets Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) C.V. Anand (third from left) in Hyderabad. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:09:19.954+04:00 DSP Mohammed Siraj meets Telangana's top cop Cricket, India https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-strongly-condemns-renewed-iranian-hostile-attacks-on-bahrain-and-kuwait-1.500614300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/jtk07kgu/Mofa.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:09:02.397+04:00 UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian hostile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait Government, Kuwait, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/what-spains-world-cup-win-can-teach-healthcare-marketing-1.500614293 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xzpws2v6/PHOTO-2026-03-29-09-06-43.jpg Anurag Kashyap, FCIM, is a communications, healthcare and sustainability enthusiast Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:01:26.111+04:00 What Spain's World Cup win can teach healthcare marketing GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/did-spain-edit-trump-out-cropped-world-cup-victory-photo-ignites-social-media-debate-1.500614276 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/nnurtu1t/Cropped-Trump A look at the cropped World Cup Victory photo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/54xhbr8y/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811689.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy alongside U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino after the team’s victory following during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:59:43.578+04:00 Did Spain edit Trump out? Cropped World Cup Victory photo ignites social media debate World Cup, Americas, Donald Trump, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/2-days-to-galaxy-unpacked-samsungs-countdown-begins-with-a-new-shape-2-1.500614095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/p64otqks/nick.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/0plf5hyl/1200x900ReachTEASER-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:48:00.015+04:00 2 days to Galaxy unpacked: Samsung's countdown begins with a new shape GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/world-sports-summit-hosts-leaders-and-stars-at-a-world-cup-dinner-in-new-york-1.500614271 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/y52opfpw/WSS-3.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:38:40.076+04:00 World Sports Summit hosts leaders and stars at a World Cup dinner in New York UAE-Sport, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hamas-says-khalil-al-hayya-elected-as-groups-new-chief-1.500614272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ad2l7mn9/newsml_afp_com_20260720T114508Z_doc_c2mq6t7.jpeg Khalil Al Hayya Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:38:37.426+04:00 Hamas says Khalil Al Hayya elected as group's new chief Mena, Gaza, Palestine, Hamas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/yemens-iran-backed-houthis-announce-maritime-blockade-of-saudi-arabia-1.500614140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/alpn9zo8/gulfnews2026-04-304f3iz99onewsmlafpcom20260430T150004Zdoca9da6zq.avif Cranes and shipping containers at a loading dock of Jeddah's Islamic Seaport on Saudi Arabia's western Red Sea coast. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:29:14.266+04:00 Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announce maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/has-the-us-quietly-changed-its-objectives-in-iran-1.500614180 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/mruqyx4n/bridge.jpg A heavily-damaged bridge which was hit by a US strike is pictured along the road connecting Roudan and Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:49:26.166+04:00 Has the US quietly changed its objectives in Iran? Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-rolls-out-jaywan-the-first-national-payment-card-banks-launch-new-schemes-1.500614102 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/oj7mresn/Jaywan-WAM.jpg Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan launches Jaywan, the UAE’s first national card scheme, in the presence of senior Central Bank, banking and payments industry officials. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:40:05.881+04:00 UAE rolls out Jaywan, the first national payment card: Banks launch new schemes Banking, Living-Banking, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/is-cristiano-ronaldo-all-set-to-retire-from-international-football-1.500614175 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/3gwdo8qf/newsml_afp_com_20260703T003643Z_doc_b94m39z.jpeg Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his team's first goal from the penalty spot during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Portugal and Croatia at the Toronto Stadium in Toronto on July 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:38:26.581+04:00 Is Cristiano Ronaldo all set to retire from International football? World Cup, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-leaders-congratulate-uks-new-pm-andy-burnham-1.500614151 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/arhdpfdw/preview.jpg Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham and his wife Marie-France van Heel wave as they arrive at 10 Downing Street in London, on Monday, July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:23:50.228+04:00 UAE leaders congratulate UK's new PM Andy Burnham Government, Europe, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Sheikh mohamed https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-paper-trail-of-vp-sara-dutertes-unexplained-wealth-to-be-presented-during-impeachment-trial-what-you-need-to-know-1.500614011 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/9atyzg1x/newsml_afp_com_20260720T084725Z_doc_c2m44ev.jpeg Michael Poa, counsel for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, answers questions during the impeachment trial of Duterte at the Senate in Pasay City, Metro Manila on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/vb9zsoyl/newsml_afp_com_20260720T083301Z_doc_c2m44e9.jpeg Congressman Chel Diokno speaks during the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate in Pasay City, Metro Manila on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ce1oofjj/newsml_afp_com_20260720T094243Z_doc_c2ma9pw.jpeg Presiding Officer Senator Francis Escudero bangs the gavel during the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate in Pasay City, Metro Manila on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:05:58.762+04:00 Philippines: Paper trail of VP Sara Duterte's 'unexplained wealth' to be presented during impeachment trial — what you need to know Philippines https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-fitness-trackers-and-smartwatches-on-amazonae-2026-find-the-right-fit-for-your-routine-1.500606447 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/15w4ppyk/smartwatch-1.png Range of Smartwatch collection Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best fitness trackers and smartwatches on amazon.ae 2026: Find the right fit for your routine Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-joins-brics-talks-on-sustainable-transport-1.500613783 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/euz8adzk/c0y05llh1ka0vajpo.jpeg Ministers endorsed a joint declaration on sustainable infrastructure and cleaner mobility. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:55:26.949+04:00 UAE joins BRICS talks on sustainable transport Transport, India, economy https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/riyadh-air-confirms-order-for-six-more-airbus-a350-jets-at-farnborough-airshow-1.500614094 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/dq392m1e/AirbusRIYADHAIRrendering.png Riyadh Air confirms order for six more Airbus A350-1000 jets at Farnborough Airshow. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:50:28.685+04:00 Riyadh Air confirms order for six more Airbus A350 jets at Farnborough Airshow Aviation, Travel, Riyadh Air, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/iu-cancels-concert-and-delays-sixth-album-as-chronic-ear-condition-worsens-found-it-difficult-to-regain-my-form-1.500614065 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-29/3dlzxzm3/newsml_afp_com_20251229T115427Z_doc_898629e.jpeg South Korean singer and actress Lee Ji-eun, known as IU. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:46:15.854+04:00 IU cancels concert and delays sixth album as chronic ear condition worsens: 'Found it difficult to regain my form' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-sends-70-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-to-venezuela-following-twin-earthquakes-1.500613880 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cyb44z16/l1q05lls1ka0z8qpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:46:08.039+04:00 UAE sends 70 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Venezuela following twin earthquakes Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2030-morocco-spain-and-portugal-hosts-dates-and-what-to-expect-1.500613911 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/h0o6d2e1/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286823561.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:32:54.848+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2030: Morocco, Spain and Portugal hosts, dates and what to expect World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/canada-pakistan-reset-ties-with-landmark-visit-1.500614078 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/tasor6z8/Dar-cabada.jpg Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand during meeting with Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan during her visit to Islamabad. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:31:27.460+04:00 Canada, Pakistan reset ties with landmark visit Pakistan, Pakistan, Canada https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-residents-update-new-us-iran-strikes-hormuz-ship-fire-flight-cancellations-and-travel-advisories-1.500614040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/e40ez3a0/260513-N-NO146-1183.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:18:24.015+04:00 UAE residents’ update: New US-Iran strikes, Hormuz ship fire, flight cancellations and travel advisories UAE, Donald Trump, UAE Travel, Kuwait, Iran Israel conflict https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/visa-immigration/how-dubai-airport-travellers-can-check-smart-gates-eligibility-online-before-flying-1.500614012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/29/biometric-access-smart-gates-at-dubai-airport-supplied-pic2-1706545973754_18d56110a18_large.jpg Smart Gates PreCheck tool reveals whether passengers can skip immigration queues and use biometric gates Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:04:54.446+04:00 How Dubai Airport travellers can check Smart Gates eligibility online before flying Living-Visa-Immigration, Dubai International Airport DXB, Smart Gates https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/abu-dhabis-sanad-posts-record-dh431-billion-as-airline-engine-demand-rises-1.500614015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-12/kxpkq0fx/Sanad.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:59:20.339+04:00 Abu Dhabi’s Sanad posts record Dh4.31 billion as airline engine demand rises Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/khalifa-university-students-develop-ai-platform-to-simplify-cybersecurity-compliance-1.500614032 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ynjmpfci/gulfnews2025-11-02n2t6lq2456161753312372605517800619221424883968270944n.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:57:23.944+04:00 Khalifa University students develop AI platform to simplify cybersecurity compliance Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/when-spain-star-nico-williams-mother-walked-3000km-while-pregnant-1.500614007 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/avyq2w3i/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286820843.jpeg Nico Williams #17 of Spain walks off the pitch after the team's victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:48:41.444+04:00 When Spain's star Nico Williams' mother walked 3,000km while pregnant Football https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/why-pilates-has-become-one-of-the-uaes-biggest-fitness-trends-what-experts-say-1.500610957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/abyz3qlg/Azadeh-Javan While social media may have introduced many people to Pilates, instructors say the workout goes far beyond aesthetic studios and picture-perfect wellness trends. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/d8qfbb9f/Azadeh-Javan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-07/b7mzobj2/pilates.avif Pilates isn’t about burning and forgetting. It’s about building lean muscle, engaging your core (oh, you’ll feel it), and rewiring your posture so you stop slouching at your desk Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:30:37.487+04:00 Why Pilates has become one of the UAE’s biggest fitness trends: What experts say Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-curse-can-spain-avoid-the-fate-of-past-champions-at-fifa-world-cup-2030-1.500613950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/07tu8mld/newsml_afp_com_20260720T032325Z_doc_c2lk4lg.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri lifts the trophy with his teammates after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:23:02.337+04:00 World Cup curse: Can Spain avoid the fate of past champions at FIFA World Cup 2030? World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/one-year-on-sharjah-turns-unesco-honour-into-action-at-faya-1.500613935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/vbsgrxei/shrj-3.jpeg A view of Sharjah's Faya Palaeolandscape inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/d37wkn9y/Badour-main.jpg File photo of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Ambassador of the Faya World Heritage Property, with the Sharjah delegation and representatives of the Sharjah Archaeology Authority during the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Paris, celebrating the historic inscription of the Faya Palaeolandscape on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:02:29.708+04:00 One year on, Sharjah turns Unesco honour into action at Faya UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/a-world-cup-red-card-can-cost-up-to-20000-who-has-paid-the-biggest-fifa-fines-1.500613900 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bif4unct/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286802610.jpeg Referee Slavko Vincic shows a red card to Enzo Fernandez #24 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/on7ak2wu/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286802292.jpeg Referee Slavko Vincic shows a red card to Enzo Fernandez #24 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/cbbzzl77/newsml_afp_com_20260706T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284974257.jpeg Folarin Balogun #20 of the United States argues with referee Adham Makhadmeh during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium at Seattle Stadium on July 06, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:54:33.316+04:00 A World Cup red card can cost up to $20,000: Who has paid the biggest FIFA fines? World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-teenager-killed-two-injured-during-celebrations-in-spain-1.500613916 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/krh1seqf/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286254193.jpeg Spain fans celebrate in Times Square after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final between Spain and Argentina on July 19, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:37:00.852+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Teenager killed, two injured during celebrations in Spain World Cup, Europe, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, spain https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-launches-365-day-umrah-visa-with-90-day-stay-1.500613885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/m7qnvbn5/Umrah-saudi-mosque.avif Nusuk-linked visa aims to ease travel, enrich pilgrim experience and services Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:07:31.194+04:00 Saudi Arabia’s Hajj Ministry launches one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa Saudi https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/rag-holdings-earns-great-place-to-work-certification-reinforcing-its-commitment-to-building-great-businesses-through-people-first-approach-1.500613876 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xi1b2199/FILE.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/bb5fcfwu/FILE-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:02:39.078+04:00 RAG Holdings earns Great Place to Work certification, reinforcing its commitment to building great businesses through people first approach Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shabana-azmi-joins-cjp-neet-protest-march-reveals-appeal-to-pm-modi-at-least-hear-us-out-1.500613872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/nfwam7iu/TAB_200418_Shabana_Azmi_1587200847446_1718c8aee5b_original_ratio.jpg The march was led by CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke and Gitanjali Angmo, wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:54:32.085+04:00 Shabana Azmi joins CJP NEET protest march, reveals appeal to PM Modi: ‘At least hear us out’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/from-boston-to-abu-dhabi-how-a-seven-year-old-found-world-class-eye-surgery-1.500613860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/qpmjomq8/Bascom-Eye.gif Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:42:16.703+04:00 From Boston to Abu Dhabi: How a seven-year-old found world-class eye surgery Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-passport-services-supreme-court-upholds-uae-tender-ruling-1.500613865 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-28/4djvj58q/Indian-Passport The government says passport is a travel document, not a conclusive proof of Indian citizenship. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:42:11.191+04:00 Indian passport services controversy: Supreme Court upholds UAE tender ruling UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-police-baton-charge-protesters-marching-to-parliament-3-1.500613856 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/f36bkdl1/newsml_afp_com_20260720T072413Z_doc_c2ly6ax.jpeg Central Reserve Police personnel baton-charge to disperse activists and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET examination irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/5tpmlsbo/newsml_afp_com_20260720T072609Z_doc_c2ly6ae.jpeg Activists and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) clash with police personnel during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET examination irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:36:38.961+04:00 Indian police baton charge protesters marching to parliament India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-says-iranian-attacks-targeted-civilians-warns-public-over-debris-1.500613849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/lsxxu3vm/Bahrain-Flag Bahrain says Iranian strikes aimed at civilians, urges public to avoid debris Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:31:30.229+04:00 Bahrain says Iranian attacks targeted civilians, warns public over debris Bahrain, Bahrain, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/footballs-biggest-trophy-pays-less-why-fifa-paid-chelsea-more-than-world-cup-winners-spain-1.500613799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fwcbjrw7/newsml_afp_com_20260719T225810Z_doc_c2lj6mu.jpeg Spain's players celebrate with the trophy during the final ceremony after the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/07tu8mld/newsml_afp_com_20260720T032325Z_doc_c2lk4lg.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri lifts the trophy with his teammates after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/vehy6fmm/counting_dollars_gif_resources1_16a08519107_original_ratio.gif Across its current four-year commercial cycle running through 2026, FIFA is on track to generate roughly $13 billion in total revenue, with around $8.9 billion of that coming directly from the 2026 World Cup itself. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/d1ckmxpj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286810816.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina and Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain embrace after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:28:15.133+04:00 Football's biggest trophy pays less: Why FIFA paid Chelsea more than World Cup winners Spain World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, spain https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-how-rockefeller-habits-can-strengthen-ai-powered-cybersecurity-1.500613813 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/17i39920/gulfnewsimport20230327Cybersecurity-18723400af9large.avif Cybersecurity in the AI era demands a new operating model. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:59:13.125+04:00 Techie Tonic: How Rockefeller Habits can strengthen AI-powered cybersecurity Technology, AI, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-won-50-million-at-the-world-cup-but-who-actually-gets-the-money-1.500613790 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/07tu8mld/newsml_afp_com_20260720T032325Z_doc_c2lk4lg.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri lifts the trophy with his teammates after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/fd8b1cwa/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286822925.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/eo1ad1in/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286823623.jpeg Princess Sofia of Spain lifts the trophy while Princess Leonor of Spain and Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain watch at the award ceremony following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:53:09.317+04:00 Spain won $50 million at the World Cup, but who actually gets the money? World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-lino-cayetano-brother-of-ex-senate-president-alan-peter-cayetano-offers-to-expose-ghost-projects-in-taguig-senator-lacson-1.500613805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/vb0ogma1/2-cayetanos.jpg Senator Alan Peter Cayetano 55, (left, former Senate President) and his brother former Taguig ex-Congressman Lino Cayetano, 48. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:51:57.773+04:00 Philippines: Lino Cayetano, brother of ex-Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano, offers to expose 'ghost projects' in Taguig — Senator Lacson Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-tops-90-after-us-iran-attacks-what-could-happen-next-1.500613793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/03/28/oil-rig-2191711_1920_offshore_oil_resources1_16a30b3f516_large.jpg Agency https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/javjej8o/cent.gif A US Navy warship operates near the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran keep one of the world’s busiest energy corridors under close military watch. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:40:26.166+04:00 Brent tops $90 after US-Iran attacks. What could happen next? Energy, US-Israel-Iran war, oil, oil price https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/amitabh-bachchan-gets-emotional-over-messis-tearful-world-cup-defeat-accept-the-love-rest-in-your-glory-1.500613773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/rlxdtq3x/newsml_afp_com_20260719T231409Z_doc_c2lh3q9.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after losing during the trophy ceremony at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:37:22.475+04:00 Amitabh Bachchan gets emotional over Messi’s tearful World Cup defeat: ‘Accept the love, rest in your glory’ World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-gold-prices-rise-yet-buyers-still-pay-dh1850-less-than-july-peak-1.500613762 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/d3fomtya/newsml_afp_com_20260529T083125Z_doc_b4db8qx.jpeg Diamond-encrusted gold rings are displayed in a storefront of a shop. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:18:40.036+04:00 UAE gold prices rise, yet buyers still pay Dh18.50 less than July peak Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/is-this-lionel-messis-last-world-cup-heres-what-the-argentina-captain-has-actually-said-1.500613751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/p1xuth9n/newsml_afp_com_20260719T230240Z_doc_c2lk8p9.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi cries after losing the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/tstft33u/newsml_afp_com_20260719T225232Z_doc_c2lh4gm.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after losing the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/r0jazg1v/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806262.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina controls the ball against Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:15:14.947+04:00 Is this Lionel Messi's last World Cup? Here's what the Argentina captain has actually said World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/avenew-development-and-marriott-international-announce-plans-to-bring-the-ritz-carlton-residences-to-the-world-islands-dubai-1.500613752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cn96qwno/L-to-R-Rasha-Hasan-Managing-Partner-AVENEW-Development-Jaidev-Menezes-Regional-Vice-President-–-Mixed-Use-Development-EMEA-Marriott-International-3.jpg From left: Rasha Hasan, Managing Partner, AVENEW Development, and Jaidev Menezes, Regional Vice President – Mixed-Use Development, EMEA, Marriott International Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:15:14.332+04:00 AVENEW Development and Marriott International announce plans to bring The Ritz-Carlton Residences to The World Islands, Dubai GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/tax-star-receives-pre-approved-status-from-uae-ministry-of-finance-as-official-e-invoicing-service-provider-1.500613758 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/tl8d1s0j/Rayhan.jpg Rayhan Aleem, Co-Founder and CEO of Tax Star Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:12:25.297+04:00 Tax Star receives pre-approved status from UAE Ministry of Finance as official e-invoicing service provider Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/everything-bts-did-at-the-2026-world-cup-final-hugged-kid-fans-took-selfies-with-tom-cruise-and-found-food-1.500613693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ev3tgb2s/newsml_afp_com_20260719T203012Z_doc_c2l868b.jpeg Members of the South Korean boy band BTS perform during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:07:24.506+04:00 Everything BTS did at the 2026 World Cup Final: Hugged kid fans, took selfies with Tom Cruise, and found food World Cup, Sport, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/2-filipino-seafarers-killed-12-hurt-in-black-sea-drone-attacks-as-war-threatens-global-shipping-1.500613741 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/23/Undersecretary-Hans-Leo-Cacdac-DMW_18d36aece7e_large.jpg Hans Leo Cacdac, Secretary of the Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:01:33.498+04:00 2 Filipino seafarers killed, 12 hurt in Black Sea drone attacks as war threatens global shipping Philippines https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/when-argentina-coach-lionel-scaloni-left-the-press-conference-in-tears-1.500613724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/v48x33sy/newsml_afp_com_20260719T232030Z_doc_c2lk2yv.jpeg FIFA President Gianni Infantino greets Argentina's head coach Lionel Scaloni alongside US President Donald Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney during the trophy ceremony at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:53:03.048+04:00 When Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni left the press conference in tears World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-signals-openness-to-talks-amid-split-within-regime-says-us-secretary-of-state-rubio-1.500613715 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/835vm1q6/US-Secretary-of-State-Marco-Rubio.jpg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:47:55.596+04:00 Iran signals openness to talks amid 'split within regime', says US Secretary of State Rubio Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-set-to-take-over-as-new-british-pm-1.500613573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/59mnqo8w/newsml_afp_com_20260717T130837Z_doc_c2g23jq.jpeg Andy Burnham will Monday become Britain's sixth prime minister to move into Downing Street since 2016, with an in-tray overflowing with challenges and little time to make his mark. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:40:53.544+04:00 Andy Burnham set to take over as new British PM Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/trade-w-expands-uae-presence-as-tradewill-secures-cma-category-5-licence-1.500613710 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/hh2v304g/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-17-at-12.00.44.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:33:07.513+04:00 Trade W expands UAE presence as Tradewill secures CMA Category 5 licence Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/im-still-dreaming-gavi-says-after-spains-triumph-1.500613706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/gwh42pp0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286813571.jpeg Gavi #9 of Spain and teammates celebrate with the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:31:00.684+04:00 I’m still dreaming, Gavi says after Spain’s triumph World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-rolls-out-20-fare-sale-on-45-destinations-how-uae-travellers-can-save-1.500613701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/zonkbmqo/Etihad-A321LR.jpg An Etihad Airways Airbus A321LR. The airline is offering up to 20% off Economy and Business Class fares to more than 45 destinations for bookings made between July 20 and July 26. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:22:14.036+04:00 Etihad rolls out 20% fare sale on 45+ destinations: How UAE travellers can save Aviation, Travel, Etihad Airways https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/watch-lamine-yamals-brother-keyne-steals-the-show-at-world-cup-final-1.500613695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/pah33yzk/newsml_afp_com_20260719T230955Z_doc_c2lk9cu.jpeg Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal celebrates with his brother Keyne after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:18:28.224+04:00 Watch: Lamine Yamal's brother Keyne steals the show at World Cup final World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/sharjah-charity-gives-dh235m-medical-aid-to-799-patients-1.500613608 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/olznke2e/Sharjah-Charity.jpg Sharjah Charity provided Dh23.5m in medical aid to support 799 patients https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/5qgs78xn/agl05jgq1ka12l8po.jpg Sharjah Charity provided Dh23.5m in medical aid to support 799 patients https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/le87bfty/Mohamed-Salim-Al-Manaei-Director-of-the-Aid-Department-at-Sharjah-Charity-International Mohamed Salim Al Manaei, Director of the Aid Department at Sharjah Charity International Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:14:13.485+04:00 Sharjah Charity gives Dh23.5m medical aid to 799 patients Health, Sharjah, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-uae-today-latest-flight-cancellations-kuwait-updates-travel-advisories-you-need-to-know-1.500613665 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/1q8wxklj/Dubaiairport Passengers at the departures area of Dubai International Airport as UAE travellers continue with summer holiday plans while increasingly opting for flexible tickets and delaying last-minute bookings amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:10:20.115+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Latest flight cancellations, Kuwait updates, travel advisories you need to know Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war 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/2026-06-08/7cn5qung/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_31780888252774.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 2026-07-20T10:02:14.457+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/best-buys/best-non-stick-cookware-sets-on-amazonae-2026-five-practical-picks-for-everyday-kitchens-1.500606039 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/j9f69rjk/nonstick-cook-1.png Non-stick cookware collection Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:00:00.000+04:00 Best non-stick cookware sets on amazon.ae 2026: Five practical picks for everyday kitchens Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/lamine-yamals-girlfriend-shares-emotional-message-after-spains-triumph-1.500613677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/v1fpfsdt/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286812183.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates with his girlfriend Ines Garcia after the team's victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:55:17.344+04:00 Lamine Yamal’s girlfriend shares emotional message after Spain’s triumph World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup, Lamine Yamal, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-addresses-ill-health-rumours-in-the-most-bhai-way-possible-how-is-everyone-1.500613657 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/b4t1p9fy/202607203870842.jpg Salman Khan asks 'How is your health' amid social media chatter about his health and ageing Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:43:18.543+04:00 Salman Khan addresses ill health rumours in the most Bhai way possible: 'How is everyone?' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/us-uk-and-canada-update-travel-advisories-for-uae-saudi-arabia-kuwait-bahrain-and-jordan-1.500613636 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-12/jjb9gvu3/Stock-US-airport-Kennedy-International-airport Travelers in Terminal 4 of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/oue8lfwy/FCDOTA034-SaudiArabiaTravelAdviceEd3page-0001.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:39:17.909+04:00 US, UK and Canada update travel advisories for UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Aviation, Americas, Gulf, Europe, UAE Travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shoaib-akhtars-football-panel-appearance-leaves-fans-unimpressed-1.500613651 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/13/pakistan-cricketer-shoaib-akhter-at-sibf-2022-by--SharjahBookAuth-1668362013532_18472200b6f_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:28:00.797+04:00 Shoaib Akhtar's football panel appearance leaves fans unimpressed World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-rolls-out-new-economy-headrest-designed-to-replace-neck-pillows-1.500613642 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cy3mmn9a/u-dreamycl3.jpg The image shows the world's first U-Dream headrest installed on an Emirates Economy Class seat, highlighting the adjustable side cushions designed to provide personalised neck and head support. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/k96gf6tg/u-dreamycl2.jpg The image shows a female passenger resting comfortably with the world's first U-Dream headrest adjusted around her neck, demonstrating how the innovative design provides personalised support while relaxing in Emirates Economy Class. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:13:37.798+04:00 Emirates rolls out new Economy headrest designed to replace neck pillows Aviation, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shabana-azmi-holds-protesters-hands-as-prakash-raj-says-i-am-with-you-as-cjp-protest-intensifies-1.500613632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/hb3c8fr9/202604133746900.jpeg Videos of Azmi and Raj expressing solidarity with the protesters have since circulated widely online. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:09:43.603+04:00 Shabana Azmi holds protester’s hands as Prakash Raj says ‘I am with you’ as CJP protest intensifies Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/emotional-embrace-between-messi-and-yamal-captures-hearts-1.500613634 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cyqf53w2/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807574.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain is congratulated by Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:01:05.196+04:00 Emotional embrace between Messi and Yamal captures hearts World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/your-tears-are-our-tears-captain-messis-world-cup-farewell-ends-in-heartbreak-1.500613617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xmosba8q/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286823639.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina walks to the podium while embraced by players of Spain at the ceremony following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:34:10.015+04:00 ‘Your tears are our tears, Captain’: Messi’s World Cup farewell ends in heartbreak World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kylian-mbappe-wins-2026-world-cup-golden-boot-beats-messi-again-full-list-of-all-awards-1.500613609 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/u082jb57/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286768343.jpeg Kylian Mbappe #10 of France looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Medal match between France and England at Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:20:04.822+04:00 Kylian Mbappe wins 2026 World Cup Golden Boot, beats Messi again: Full list of all awards World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-airlines-cancel-kuwait-flights-emirates-etihad-and-air-arabia-services-affected-1.500613603 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/hoswm830/UK UAE-Kuwait flights disrupted as Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia cancel services Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:16:58.685+04:00 UAE airlines cancel Kuwait flights: Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia services affected Aviation, Etihad Airways, Emirates airline, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/haalands-viking-row-tribute-explodes-into-bts-dynamite-at-world-cup-final-iconic-surreal-and-unbeatable-1.500613590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0thoirpx/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286814726.jpeg Jimin, Jungkook, Jin, and J-Hope of BTS perform during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:10:05.288+04:00 Haaland’s Viking row tribute explodes into BTS’ Dynamite at World Cup final: ‘Iconic, surreal and unbeatable’ World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/huawei-pura-90s-series-unleashes-55g-speeds-for-next-gen-mobile-experiences-1.500612105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/am3sozg6/Dubai-HUAWEI-Pura-90s-Pro-Max.png Powered by 5.5G, the series delivers ultra-fast download speeds of up to 3.2Gbps, enabling faster file transfers, smoother streaming, more responsive gaming and seamless access to digital services https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/btal4gd3/HUAWEI-Pura-90s-speed-test-1.png Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:00:00.000+04:00 HUAWEI Pura 90s Series Unleashes 5.5G Speeds for Next-Gen Mobile Experiences Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/from-jewellery-shops-to-smartphones-the-evolution-of-bullion-ownership-1.500611059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/x2azu111/investnationArticleJuly2026Banner.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:00:00.000+04:00 From jewellery shops to smartphones: The evolution of bullion ownership UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-begins-three-month-iqama-renewals-for-domestic-workers-1.500613587 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/9f399c84/riyadhsaudi_resources1_16a3106ef7d_original_ratio.jpg Saudi Arabia links flexible iqama durations to digital Absher, Musaned platforms Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:54:09.120+04:00 Saudi Arabia begins three-month iqama renewals for domestic workers Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/i-met-bts-and-spain-scored-ishowspeed-bear-hugs-the-band-at-world-cup-final-does-backflips-1.500613576 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/os34rf7y/speedy4.JPG The American streamer, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., crossed paths with the Korean stars during the Argentina vs Spain final — and did not exactly play it cool. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:39:56.591+04:00 ‘I met BTS and Spain scored’: IShowSpeed bear-hugs the band at World Cup final, does backflips World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-jumps-on-iran-strikes-hormuz-shipping-incident-1.500613520 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-14/t20vw0rh/_1x_1.jpg The crude oil price gains reflected growing fears that renewed fighting in the Middle East could disrupt fossil fuel shipments through the strait, a key corridor for global energy. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:38:27.771+04:00 Oil jumps on Iran strikes, Hormuz shipping incident Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/gdrfa-dubai-clarifies-who-can-apply-for-the-uae-events-visit-visa-1.500613560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/623v94m4/GDRFA-Dubai-explains-UAE-Events-Visit-Visa-rules-for-global-visitors GDRFA Dubai explains UAE Events Visit Visa rules for global visitors https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/f0svl5ji/gulfnewsimport20240314Stock-Dubai-World-Trade-Centre18e3be8f788large.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:33:59.515+04:00 UAE events visit visa: Who can apply and how it works Government, Tourist-destinations, Dubai, Dubai tourist visa, Dubai tourism, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-issues-new-decree-to-regulate-places-of-worship-1.500613574 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/y9ve8p3m/Kuwait Kuwait issues strict rules to keep places of worship free of politics Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:27:15.367+04:00 Kuwait issues new decree to regulate places of worship Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/us-dollar-loosens-grip-on-central-bank-reserves-worldwide-as-gold-takes-over-1.500613257 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/8/18/1_16a083d131d.2076392_3542620569_16a083d131d_large.jpg These days, central banks worldwide have worked up a good appetite for gold. Pictured here are bullion bars at the Rand Refinery in Germiston, South Africa. Image used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:02:00.000+04:00 US dollar loosens grip on central bank reserves worldwide as gold takes over Markets, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/lupita-nyongos-helen-of-troy-in-the-odyssey-a-woman-blamed-for-a-war-men-fought-and-punished-for-surviving-it-1.500612937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/5qq5q1zt/helen.avif Lupita Nyong’o played Helen in Christopher Nolan's film. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:00:00.000+04:00 Lupita Nyong’o’s Helen of Troy in The Odyssey: A woman blamed for a war men fought — and punished for surviving it Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-vice-president-jd-vance-announces-birth-of-fourth-child-1.500613561 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/oet0mko6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T225846Z_doc_c2lj2g7.jpeg Baby boy Alec Neel born at Walter Reed as Vance family welcomes third son Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:48:58.456+04:00 US Vice President JD Vance announces birth of fourth child Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iran-as-bahrain-kuwait-face-missile-and-drone-attacks-1.500612757 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/iq4apqwr/bridge.jpg A heavily-damaged bridge which was hit by a US strike is pictured along the road connecting Roudan and Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/76888n5n/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-8.35.17-AM.png The headquarters of the IRGC’s 72nd Moharram Armored Brigade in Abadan has reportedly been struck early on Monday (July 20). Large flames and thick smoke were seen rising from the site following the attack. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/giz00qn1/HNlJRxJWkAAP7SZ.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/dabasz9z/HNlJRxKXsAIz4a8.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/aa7fw2tq/HNlJRxHWkAABOgf.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/z2boj3vd/HNlJRxTWIAEEoQK.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:41:40.945+04:00 US strikes Iran, Gulf states face missile threats as war risks spread Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/hollywood-meets-football-matt-damon-tom-cruise-and-a-galaxy-of-stars-turn-fifa-world-cup-final-into-the-hottest-ticket-on-earth-1.500613531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/b588d6qy/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286788967.jpeg Luciana Damon and Matt Damon attend the FIFA Gold Carpet before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:01:10.400+04:00 Hollywood meets football: Matt Damon, Tom Cruise and a galaxy of stars turn FIFA World Cup final into the hottest ticket on Earth World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-temperatures-set-to-rise-on-monday-before-easing-through-the-week-1.500613411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cljjv7wu/Weather Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:01:02.989+04:00 UAE temperatures set to rise on Monday before easing through the week Weather, weatherforecast https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/when-will-the-uae-weather-actually-cool-down-heres-what-to-expect-1.500613539 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/qge8bz8i/UAE-Weather UAE still in first half of summer, with real relief not due until mid-October Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:00:42.610+04:00 When will the UAE weather actually cool down? Here's what to expect Weather, UAE, UAE weather, Summer https://gulfnews.com/uae/dont-try-to-be-the-next-metallica-meet-the-uae-metal-bands-finding-their-own-sound-people-and-stage-1.500613381 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yhqylbfo/Untitled-design-1.jpg Left: The band Stowaways performing, Right: Triton, performs https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/268xotsi/triton.jpeg The band Triton: Dion Matthew Greenwood, the lead guitarist, bassist Hijazi Zaiton, Raeansh ‘Rae’ Negi, for drums Nathan ‘Nate’ Pravin and vocalist. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yzb9lz5w/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-16-at-14.45.40-1.jpeg The band Triton. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kppass4d/WhatsApp_Image_2026_07_16_at_14_45_38.jpeg “That’s the core of the UAE metal scene,” Dion acknowledges. “Everyone, is just so supportive.” https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/79dxsblf/The_Fridge___Metal_Fest_lll___Stowaways_40.jpg The band Stowaways: Fahim at the vocals, Pedro at the guitar, Joe at the bass, Jan at the drums, and Adi at the guitar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/7ay41mx2/The_Fridge___Metal_Fest_lll___Stowaways_33.jpg The Stowaways. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/zl72svf9/Copy-of-Sandstorm-7-2-2026-99.jpeg Left to right: Saif Sami, Samir Sami and Marwan El Messeery. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:00:00.000+04:00 'Don’t try to be the next Metallica’: Meet the UAE metal bands finding their own sound, people and stage UAE, Lifestyle, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-20-1.500613515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/eb3wks72/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-5.07.50-AM.png The latest strikes targeted missile sites, Revolutionary Guard infrastructure and military facilities as Washington vowed to continue operations. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T05:27:15.581+04:00 US-Iran War: What UAE residents need to know today (July 20) Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/vessel-on-fire-in-hormuz-strait-says-uk-maritime-agency-1.500613517 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/j8udp2c6/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-9.07.34-AM.png UKMTO has received a report of an incident 8NM northwest of Kumzar, Oman. UKMTO have received information from a verified source that a vessel is on fire. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T05:12:26.845+04:00 Vessel on fire in Hormuz Strait, says UK maritime agency Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-do-we-stop-asking-questions-as-we-grow-up-1.500613069 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cb51ekkr/children.jpg Children are not embarrassed by what they do not know and uncertainty does not trouble them. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:46:00.000+04:00 Why do we stop asking questions as we grow up? Op-Eds, Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-madonnas-wild-ronaldo-entrance-to-shakira-and-the-ghetto-kids-10-entertainment-moments-that-defined-world-cup-2026-1.500613507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cs3ell20/IMG0040.PNG Tonight, the World Cup final got its own halftime show for the first time in 96 years, and it went as big as you'd expect from a lineup that included Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, an orchestra, and, somehow, the Muppets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/upcn8umt/preview.jpg Ronaldinho and Ronaldo perform with Madonna during the halftime show in the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/p37tqlmz/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286810061.jpeg Justin Bieber performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/78lqflso/newsml_afp_com_20260719T201740Z_doc_c2l84rt.jpeg Colombian singer Shakira (C) poses with children during the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/vcyta2oo/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811193.jpeg Shakira performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/u32gyqnm/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286814844.jpeg Suga, Jin, RM, Jimin, Jungkook, J-Hope, and V of BTS performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/dgl5rn0p/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286801638.jpeg The Muppets perform during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ia27uwxg/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286796092.jpeg Jason Sudeikis speaks during the Topps Final Halftime Show at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/whvgxz1u/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286795710.jpeg IShowSpeed performs during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/a4u49glw/newsml_afp_com_20260719T192251Z_doc_c2l446w.jpeg US actor and producer Tom Cruise delivers a speech ahead of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/no2lropu/preview.jpg Singer Post Malone performs during the tournament closing ceremony before the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:18:28.975+04:00 From Madonna’s wild Ronaldo entrance to Shakira and the Ghetto Kids: 10 entertainment moments that defined World Cup 2026 World Cup, HollyWood, Music, Americas, Music, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/business/property/a-weaker-rupee-is-stretching-gulf-nri-property-budgets-these-indian-markets-are-winning-1.500610911 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2012/1/12/1_16a07fa45fe.965184_2482584577_16a07fa45fe_large.jpg The Mumbai city skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/x0owlbh7/Mr__Bhadresh_Shah__Managing_Director__Today_Group_jpg.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/93epegss/Santhosh_Kumar.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/c79pb1vg/Parthh_K_Mehta_Paradigm_Realty_1_1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/i63ft1z1/Mr_Vishal_Platinum_Corp_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/3r581va1/81de319df3a15f1d309802f0a5ea60fc_25xO59o.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-01/5yxxcg4y/newsml_afp_com_20260201T050655Z_doc_94pt3vh.jpeg India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman leaves the Finance Ministry office to present the annual budget to the parliament at the Kartavya Bhawan in New Delhi on February 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:01:00.000+04:00 A weaker rupee is stretching Gulf NRI property budgets. These Indian markets are winning Property, India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup-halftime-goes-super-bowl-shakira-soars-justin-bieber-song-choice-sparks-debate-fall-flat-1.500613497 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/0hidr839/shakira-justin-BTS.jpg Justin Bieber, Shakira and BTS perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ts0qwmg9/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286810132.jpeg Justin Bieber performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hanxpgn8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811449.jpeg Shakira performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:00:20.163+04:00 World Cup Halftime goes Super Bowl: Shakira soars, Justin Bieber song choice sparks debate, falls flat Football, Music, HollyWood, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/argentinas-paredes-throws-punches-and-kicks-after-world-cup-final-loss-to-spain-1.500613501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hxdzvcuc/newsml_afp_com_20260719T221551Z_doc_c2lf2at.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (L) clashes with Spain's defender #04 Eric Garcia at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hxdzvcuc/newsml_afp_com_20260719T221551Z_doc_c2lf2at.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (L) clashes with Spain's defender #04 Eric Garcia at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T03:51:07.333+04:00 Argentina's Paredes throws punches and kicks after World Cup final loss to Spain World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-military-launches-9th-night-of-strikes-vs-iran-regime-targets-1.500613499 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/dians5zf/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-4.18.04-AM.png A US fighter yet takes off for a mission. The US Central Command said the operations against Iranian regime targets will continue to hold its forces accountable. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T03:49:43.199+04:00 US military launches 9th night of strikes vs Iran regime targets Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/rodri-beats-messi-to-golden-ball-know-the-world-cup-award-winners-1.500613481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ecc25uvn/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811808.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain kisses the FIFA World Cup Winner's Trophy as he receives the medal following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/qcp67zzd/newsml_afp_com_20260719T231528Z_doc_c2ll6v3.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri kisses the trophy after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T03:18:46.374+04:00 Rodri beats Messi to Golden Ball: Know the World Cup award winners World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-guards-announce-attack-on-enemy-command-centre-in-syria-irna-agency-1.500613476 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/an6zyguw/newsml_afp_com_20260717T125642Z_doc_c2g42t4.jpeg This screen grab taken from video footage released on July 17, 2026 by Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC)'s Sepah News website shows a missile being launched from an undisclosed location towards US targets in Qatar, Kuwait and Oman. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:57:08.802+04:00 Iran Guards announce attack on 'enemy' command centre in Syria: IRNA agency Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/donald-trump-hands-spains-rodri-the-world-cup-trophy-and-stays-for-celebrations-1.500613475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6ya5gqz6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286809954.jpeg Rodri of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy alongside U.S. President Donald Trump after the team’s victory following during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/3x8ff8fw/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286809860.jpeg Rodri is presented the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy by U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bng3g0sg/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286809858.jpeg Trump just couldn't help but stick around for the celebrations Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:55:28.278+04:00 Donald Trump hands Spain's Rodri the World Cup trophy and stays for celebrations Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/sixteen-years-after-fernando-ferran-torres-wins-spain-the-world-cup-another-torres-another-world-cup-1.500613454 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/lxqvwsuw/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286808421.jpeg Ferran Torres #7 of Spain celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/otf5tj91/Spain-win.jpg Sixteen years after Fernando Torres was part of Spain's 2010 World Cup-winning squad in South Africa, another Torres has delivered a World Cup final goal for Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/j9pjrbkz/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806309.jpeg Ferran Torres #7 of Spain celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fvp2jxjy/torres-7592.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:14:10.383+04:00 Sixteen years after Fernando, Ferran Torres wins Spain the World Cup: 'Another Torres, another World Cup' World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/madrid-erupts-in-cheers-and-honking-horns-after-spain-win-1.500613451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/oxljkofm/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220925Z_doc_c2lf7l8.jpeg Spain's defender #02 Marc Pubill (R) and defender #22 Pau Cubarsi celebrate after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/h3mtc0iz/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220929Z_doc_c2lf7ag.jpeg Spain's supporters celebrate victory after the 2026 World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina displayed on a giant screen in the fan zone of the Forum's district of Barcelona on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/b3blv9py/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807285.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates with Nico Williams #17 after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yb8lge81/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807284.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates with Nico Williams #17 after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/c7dvmmp8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220943Z_doc_c2lf7ab.jpeg Argentina's goalkeeper #23 Emiliano Martinez reacts after Spain won the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kuevncoi/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220938Z_doc_c2lf79u.jpeg Argentina's fans cry after the end of the FIFA World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina at a bar in Buenos Aires, on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/83a403vp/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220923Z_doc_c2lc86n.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (top) clashed with Spain's midfielder #09 Gavi during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/7bptoqr9/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220923Z_doc_c2lf797.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/oxrotqfp/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220923Z_doc_c2lc88w.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (top) clashed with Spain's midfielder #09 Gavi during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bppn8bvn/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220919Z_doc_c2lf7df.jpeg Spain's defender #24 Marc Cucurella celebrates as Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after Spain won the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/v94300rj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807242.jpeg Julian Alvarez #9 and Nicolas Tagliafico #3 of Argentina compete for the ball against Pau Cubarsi #22 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ex99zdu3/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807232.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/2m0ol2kl/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807223.jpeg Mikel Merino #6 of Spain falls while his teammates check in as he blocks a shot by Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina with his face during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/4ushe39t/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220843Z_doc_c2lf7mp.jpeg Spain's players celebrate after they won the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:13:59.937+04:00 Photos: Madrid erupts in cheers and honking horns after Spain win World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/argentina-become-first-team-to-record-no-shots-on-target-in-world-cup-final-1.500613449 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/lnhqgr1d/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806371.jpeg Lionel Messi of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/8d8jujx2/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807049.jpeg Eric Garcia and Pedri of Spain celebrate after winning the World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kier57rs/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220310Z_doc_c2le8b4.jpeg Argentina were poor as Spain completely dominated Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:12:16.737+04:00 Argentina become first team to record no shots on target in World Cup final Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-end-messis-world-cup-dream-to-lift-second-world-title-1.500613453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/44fsv5u0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806984.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/44fsv5u0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806984.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:08:01.058+04:00 Spain end Messi's back-to-back World Cup dream to lift second title World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/the-goal-that-finally-broke-argentina-ferran-torres-ends-the-fifa-final-deadlock-between-spain-and-argentina-1.500613447 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/axyc6jsj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T215215Z_doc_c2ld8vf.jpeg Spain's forward #07 Ferran Torres celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fs2nu8my/newsml_afp_com_20260719T215215Z_doc_c2ld8zt.jpeg Spain's forward #07 Ferran Torres shoots to score his team's first goal past Argentina's goalkeeper #23 Emiliano Martinez (R) during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hay1arwt/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286805843.jpeg Ferran Torres #7 of Spain scores a goal that was disallowed due to an offside violation during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:59:48.547+04:00 'The goal that finally broke Argentina': Ferran Torres ends the FIFA final deadlock winning the World Cup World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/fire-forces-evacuations-in-south-france-town-1.500613419 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/j1kbgq20/newsml_afp_com_20260716T121348Z_doc_c2cr6yp.jpeg This photograph shows a Dash 8-Q400MR aircraft of the civil security and a firefighter helicopter operating near a plume of smoke from a fire in the Fontainebleau Forest, in Noisy-sur-Ecole, in the Paris' Ile-de-France region on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:52:51.776+04:00 Fire forces evacuations in south France town Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/three-minutes-that-changed-the-world-cup-final-spain-thought-they-scored-then-var-a-red-card-and-a-historic-save-changed-everything-1.500613444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/jm2qn846/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286803595.jpeg Nico Williams #17 of Spain scores a goal past Emiliano Martinez #23 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kql0da2o/newsml_afp_com_20260719T213247Z_doc_c2lc6ba.jpeg Argentina's goalkeeper #23 Emiliano Martinez makes a save from an attempt at goal by Spain's forward #17 Nico Williams during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:44:11.782+04:00 Three minutes that changed the World Cup final: Spain thought they scored, then VAR, a red card and a historic save changed everything World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andrew-tate-arrested-in-miami-as-uk-seeks-extradition-over-rape-human-trafficking-charges-1.500613439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/pxl8p2av/Andrew-Tate.webp Prosecutors in the UK had requested the Tate brothers' extradition. File photo taken in February 2025. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:41:56.370+04:00 Andrew Tate arrested in Miami as UK seeks extradition over rape, human trafficking charges Europe, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-final-goes-to-extra-time-1.500613442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/arc7ij8g/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286794733.jpeg Argentina fans react during the first half of the Argentina vs Spain FIFA World Cup 2026 Final at an Adidas fan event in Brooklyn Bridge Park on July 19, 2026 in the Brooklyn Borough of New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6ve6adn9/Spain-vs-Argentina Spain vs Argentina lineups confirmed: Scaloni has a tactical plan with Nico González Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:25:03.012+04:00 World Cup final goes to extra-time World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-fifa-world-cup-halftime-show-every-hidden-moment-army-spotted-during-the-performance-1.500613438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ryzb7t7t/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286796054.jpeg RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook of BTS perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/sgwy192n/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286796382.jpeg Jungkook of BTS performs during the Topps Final Halftime Show at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:14:21.950+04:00 BTS FIFA World Cup halftime show: Every hidden moment ARMY spotted during the performance Entertainment, World Cup, Music, Kpop, FIFA World Cup, BTS, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/goalless-first-half-as-spain-frustrate-argentina-resist-1.500613434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/563yprwa/final.jpg Spain's forward Lamine Yamal and Spain's defender Alex Grimaldo fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup football final at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:57:54.775+04:00 Goalless first half as Spain frustrate, Argentina resist World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/madonna-bts-shakira-and-justin-bieber-steal-the-show-at-fifa-world-cup-halftime-all-the-unforgettable-moments-1.500613329 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cs3ell20/IMG0040.PNG Tonight, the World Cup final got its own halftime show for the first time in 96 years, and it went as big as you'd expect from a lineup that included Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, an orchestra, and, somehow, the Muppets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/g2nz9eh8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T202043Z_doc_c2l868p.jpeg Canadian singer Justin Bieber performs during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:51:36.278+04:00 Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber steal the show at FIFA World Cup halftime: All the unforgettable moments World Cup, Entertainment, Music, Kpop, Music, FIFA World Cup, BTS, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/justin-bieber-goes-soulful-for-fifa-world-cup-2026-halftime-show-with-hallejujah-1.500613426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/g2nz9eh8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T202043Z_doc_c2l868p.jpeg Canadian singer Justin Bieber performs during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:37:09.275+04:00 Justin Bieber goes soulful for FIFA World Cup 2026 Halftime Show with Hallejujah World Cup, Sport, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/the-most-unlikely-trio-ronaldo-ronaldinho-join-madonna-in-half-time-show-1.500613427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fplx10we/newsml_afp_com_20260719T202147Z_doc_c2l867r.jpeg US singer Madonna performs with former Brazilian footballers Ronaldinho and Ronaldo during the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:34:14.146+04:00 The most unlikely trio: Ronaldo & Ronaldinho join Madonna in half-time show Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shakira-gets-the-stadium-dancing-with-world-cup-anthem-dai-dai-1.500613422 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/qwzrsy1z/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286795637.jpeg Shakira performs during the Topps Final Halftime Show the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/3ssgq5kj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T201543Z_doc_c2l84nr.jpeg Colombian singer Shakira performs during the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:25:17.327+04:00 Shakira gets the stadium dancing with World Cup anthem 'Dai Dai' World Cup, Music, Music, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/bts-light-up-the-fifa-world-cup-2026-final-with-dynamite-red-fits-and-roaring-stadium-cheers-1.500613418 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0iqsuul8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286794811.jpeg Jimin, V, J-Hope and Jung Kook of BTS perform during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:22:13.489+04:00 BTS light up the FIFA World Cup 2026 final with ‘Dynamite’, red fits and roaring stadium cheers World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/madonna-opens-historic-fifa-world-cup-final-halftime-show-with-music-1.500613417 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/plrm5d0t/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286794399.jpeg Ronaldinho, Madonna and Ronaldo perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:15:36.058+04:00 Madonna opens historic FIFA World Cup final halftime show with 'Music' Entertainment, Music, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/it-happened-again-curse-or-coincidence-another-key-player-injured-against-spain-in-world-cup-knockout-1.500613415 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yle5tdme/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286793318.jpeg Lisandro Martinez #6 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yle5tdme/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286793318.jpeg Lisandro Martinez #6 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:13:19.457+04:00 It happened again! Curse or coincidence? Another key player injured against Spain in World Cup knockout World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/lamine-yamal-joins-pele-with-historic-world-cup-final-record-1.500613406 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/5seo74ys/newsml_afp_com_20260719T192419Z_doc_c2l49g4.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi (L) speaks with Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/3eo618ni/newsml_afp_com_20260719T191550Z_doc_c2l46h8.jpeg Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal shoots but fails to score during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T23:55:50.770+04:00 Lamine Yamal joins Pele with historic World Cup final record World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/why-itll-be-so-hard-for-argentina-to-score-against-spain-tonight-1.500613408 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/w9mvuqqp/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286792628.jpeg Pedro Porro #12 of Spain controls the ball against Julian Alvarez #9 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/34yk4bro/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286792767.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain controls the ball against Alexis Mac Allister #20 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/zjavghlu/newsml_afp_com_20260714T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286141221.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain challenges Kylian Mbappe #10 of France during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T23:53:12.998+04:00 Why it'll be so hard for Argentina to score against Spain tonight in the FIFA final World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/messi-becomes-second-oldest-player-to-play-in-world-cup-final-1.500613403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/s43qn8zs/newsml_afp_com_20260719T191039Z_doc_c2l446d.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi looks on before the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/1a0pho5m/newsml_afp_com_20260719T191207Z_doc_c2l46cz.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi kicks the ball past Spain's defender #14 Aymeric Laporte during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T23:30:55.862+04:00 Messi becomes second oldest player to play in World Cup final Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-post-malone-to-tom-cruise-has-the-world-cup-become-the-worlds-biggest-entertainment-franchise-1.500613400 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/3yjp6p1o/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286789065.jpeg Tom Cruise speaks before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/gqyjkge9/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286788994.jpeg Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and Laura Pausini perform before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/jrob65a6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286789400.jpeg Jennifer Hudson performs the U.S. national anthem before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T23:22:31.630+04:00 From Post Malone to Tom Cruise: Has the World Cup become the world’s biggest entertainment franchise? World Cup, HollyWood, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-trophy-explained-why-winners-dont-get-to-keep-the-18-carat-gold-original-1.500613398 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/7gbwpo1h/newsml_afp_com_20260719T185649Z_doc_c2kz4qe.jpeg The trophy is pictured before the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/m4wc8lly/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286784487.jpeg Carlos Alcaraz and Hoyeon present the Louis Vuitton trophy trunk containing the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bq8m93q6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286787069.jpeg The FIFA World Cup Winner's Trophy is seen before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T23:04:49.767+04:00 FIFA World Cup trophy explained: Why winners don't get to keep the 18-carat gold original World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/tom-cruise-turns-world-cup-final-into-hollywood-epic-with-blockbuster-style-ode-to-football-it-was-truly-over-the-top-1.500613399 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/vbqg59x3/newsml_afp_com_20260719T185348Z_doc_c2kz4qk.jpeg US actor and producer Tom Cruise speaks during the closing ceremony of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T23:01:10.024+04:00 Tom Cruise turns World Cup Final into Hollywood epic with blockbuster-style ode to football: It was truly over-the-top World Cup, Americas, HollyWood, hollywood, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/donald-trump-and-shakira-make-their-world-cup-final-predictions-1.500613389 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/nmsb6cwg/Trump-and-Shakira US President Donald Trump and global music icon Shakira have shared their predictions https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/nmsb6cwg/Trump-and-Shakira US President Donald Trump and global music icon Shakira have shared their predictions Gulf News en 2026-07-19T22:50:31.282+04:00 Donald Trump and Shakira make their World Cup final predictions World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rohit-sharma-becomes-first-indian-batter-to-score-an-odi-century-at-lords-1.500613340 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0f01xmj9/newsml_afp_com_20260719T165840Z_doc_c2ku33r.jpeg India's Rohit Sharma celebrates his century during the third one-day international (ODI) cricket match between England and India at Lord's cricket ground in London on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/wwuy2bj0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T165420Z_doc_c2ku33m.jpeg India's Virat Kohli (L) congratulates India's Rohit Sharma (R) as they celebrate his century during the third one-day international (ODI) cricket match between England and India at Lord's cricket ground in London on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kd4bpnsm/newsml_afp_com_20260719T173536Z_doc_c2kv6kq.jpeg England's Jacob Bethell (L) celebrates the dismissal of India's Rohit Sharma (2nd R) during the third one-day international (ODI) cricket match between England and India at Lord's cricket ground in London on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T22:40:10.418+04:00 Rohit Sharma becomes first Indian batter to score an ODI century at Lord's despite India's loss Cricket, India, cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/mohanlal-spotted-at-fifa-world-cup-final-as-he-urges-supporters-to-just-enjoy-the-match-1.500613375 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/98jx3cmh/Lal.jpg Mohanlal is soaking up the electric atmosphere at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, sharing glimpses from inside New York New Jersey Stadium. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T22:39:02.131+04:00 Mohanlal soaks in World Cup final buzz in New York, urges fans to ‘relax and enjoy the match’, but says Kerala wants Argentina to win World Cup, Entertainment, South-Indian, football, malayalam cinema https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/bts-share-heartfelt-message-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-final-halftime-show-music-is-a-universal-language-1.500613377 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bqxisx6x/SSC20260514164918O2.png.webp Gulf News en 2026-07-19T22:36:32.797+04:00 BTS share heartfelt message ahead of FIFA World Cup final halftime show: 'Music is a universal language' World Cup, Music, Kpop, FIFA World Cup, BTS, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/mikel-oyarzabal-spains-clutch-finisher-to-look-out-for-1.500613368 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/1q1h5fli/newsml_afp_com_20260714T192526Z_doc_c27k9xy.jpeg Spain's forward Mikel Oyarzabal has been their unlikely hero during the tournament https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/uy1fpn7j/newsml_afp_com_20260702T211644Z_doc_b94c7p2.jpeg Oyarzabal has scored three knockout goals for his country Gulf News en 2026-07-19T22:17:36.144+04:00 Mikel Oyarzabal – Spain's clutch finisher to look out for Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, spain https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/post-malone-surprises-fans-with-a-brand-new-song-chrome-heartbreaker-at-the-fifa-world-cup-final-opening-show-1.500613364 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/77w0n3xv/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286780650.jpeg Post Malone and Swae Lee perform during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T22:10:35.992+04:00 Post Malone surprises fans with a brand-new song Chrome Heartbreaker at the FIFA World Cup final opening show World Cup, Music, Music, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/ishowspeed-just-made-fifa-world-cup-history-1.500613352 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/8x8oi2f4/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286780387.jpeg IShowSpeed performs during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/8x8oi2f4/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286780387.jpeg IShowSpeed performs during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:58:36.079+04:00 IShowSpeed just made FIFA World Cup history World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/glitz-gold-and-global-beats-world-cup-2026-final-opens-with-spectacular-metlife-stadium-show-with-jo-malone-and-ishowspeed-1.500613351 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/p8df5yk0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286778616.jpeg IShowSpeed performs during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/nqar8yc8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286779354.jpeg Post Malone and Swae Lee perform during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/25kjoh4g/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286780948.jpeg Post Malone and Swae Lee perform during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:53:15.848+04:00 Glitz, gold and global beats: World Cup 2026 Final opens with spectacular MetLife stadium show with Post Malone and IShowSpeed World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/spains-6-1-demolition-of-argentina-their-last-meeting-revisited-1.500613347 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/h73jr1hc/SPAIIIN.jpg It was Spanish joy the last time these nations met https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/jgl5k5fl/SPAIN.jpeg Spain went into half-time with a 2-1 lead but ran riot in the second half https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/rqnzxp12/ISCO.jpg Former Real Madrid star Isco bagged a hat-trick Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:47:45.894+04:00 Spain's 6-1 demolition of Argentina: Their last meeting revisited Sport, World Cup, Argentina national football team, spain https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kroos-says-spain-will-have-the-advantage-if-they-score-early-1.500613346 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/zehvd694/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286778364.jpeg A general view of the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:45:10.227+04:00 Kroos says Spain will have the advantage if they score early World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/history-favours-goals-as-argentina-face-spain-in-final-1.500613338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bj6ug5uj/cup.jpg Argentina's Nicolas Tagliafico (3) passes the ball as Spain's Fabian Ruiz (8) looks on during the World Cup final in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:39:34.127+04:00 History favours goals as Argentina face Spain in final World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-vs-argentina-lineups-confirmed-scaloni-has-a-tactical-plan-with-nico-gonzález-1.500613337 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6ve6adn9/Spain-vs-Argentina Spain vs Argentina lineups confirmed: Scaloni has a tactical plan with Nico González https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6ve6adn9/Spain-vs-Argentina Spain vs Argentina lineups confirmed: Scaloni has a tactical plan with Nico González Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:38:33.611+04:00 Spain vs Argentina lineups confirmed: Scaloni has a tactical plan with Nico Gonzalez World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fancy-owning-a-patch-of-the-world-cup-final-fifa-has-you-covered-for-450-1.500613318 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/109tb8iu/newsml_afp_com_20260718T224704Z_doc_c2jy32l.jpeg Want a pricey souvenir? A patch of natural grass is up on sale soon Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:17:10.746+04:00 Fancy owning a patch of the World Cup final? FIFA has you covered for $450 World Cup, Americas, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/argentina-fans-bring-world-cup-buzz-back-to-new-york-1.500613253 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/1a9q76jp/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286686458.jpeg Fans of Argentina show support to their team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Match against Spain at Times Square in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/n3j4dpg9/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286701284.jpeg Fans of Spain show support to their team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Match against Argentina in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/aoun2pv8/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286686374.jpeg Fans of Argentina show support to their team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Match against Spain at Times Square on July 18, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6lwtyv1s/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286690531.jpeg Fans of Spain show support to their team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Match against Argentina in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:10:55.296+04:00 Argentina fans bring World Cup buzz back to New York World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-spotted-rehearsing-ahead-of-historic-fifa-world-cup-final-halftime-show-songs-they-will-perform-1.500613304 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/4mv1371p/HNmwGBRXkAA6MT6.jpeg BTS were spotted rehearsing at MetLife Stadium today, gearing up for their slot at the first-ever official FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:07:13.477+04:00 BTS spotted rehearsing ahead of historic FIFA World Cup final halftime show: Songs they will perform Entertainment, Music, World Cup, Kpop, Music, FIFA World Cup, BTS, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-vs-argentina-who-has-the-better-world-cup-shootout-record-1.500613308 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/okkr3fb5/Spain-vs-Argentina-World-Cup-penalty-shootout-records-explained Spain vs Argentina: World Cup penalty shootout records explained https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/okkr3fb5/Spain-vs-Argentina-World-Cup-penalty-shootout-records-explained Spain vs Argentina: World Cup penalty shootout records explained Gulf News en 2026-07-19T21:04:08.915+04:00 Spain vs Argentina: Who has the better World Cup shootout record? World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-bieber-bts-to-shakira-top-8-hacks-to-enjoy-the-world-cup-finals-star-studded-closing-ceremony-and-half-time-show-tonight-in-uae-1.500613278 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ujwo3lip/ANI_20260719040929.jpg Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira (Photo: Instagram/@madonna, @bts.bighitofficial, @lilbieber, @shakira) Gulf News en 2026-07-19T20:46:13.973+04:00 From Bieber, BTS, to Shakira: Top 8 hacks to enjoy the World Cup final's star-studded closing ceremony and half-time show tonight in UAE World Cup, Entertainment, HollyWood, Music, football, Music https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/gopro-hero13-black-review-still-the-action-camera-to-beat-for-summer-travel-1.500602984 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-09/n2de2raf/Gopro-1.png Action camera outdoors https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-09/8k6x6wra/Gopro-1.png Gulf News en 2026-07-19T20:00:00.000+04:00 GoPro HERO13 Black review: Still the action camera to beat for summer travel Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-ghost-projects-lacson-cayetano-trade-corruption-claims-as-bitter-senate-feud-reaches-new-heights-1.500613235 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/szm6ysrh/Philippines-‘ghost-projects’-Lacson-Cayetano-trade-corruption-claims-as-bitter-Senate-feud-reaches-new-heights-Manila-A-war-of-words-between-Senators-Panfilo-Lacson-and-Alan-Peter-Cayetano-escala.jpg Philippine Senators Panfilo Lacson (left) and Alan Peter Cayetano: The two have publicly traded accusations of unexplained wealth and corruption in one of the most acrimonious confrontations between senior lawmakers, highlighting deep splits within the Senate over accountability and political rivalry. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T19:38:44.296+04:00 Philippines ‘ghost projects’: Lacson, Cayetano trade corruption claims as bitter Senate feud reaches new heights Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/pakistan-embassy-postpones-e-passport-services-in-uae-until-further-notice-1.500613238 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/06/29/Stock-Pakistan-Flag_17a581e7abc_large.jpg Embassy suspends e-passport applications in UAE, new launch date awaited Gulf News en 2026-07-19T19:29:22.208+04:00 Pakistan Embassy postpones e-passport services in UAE until further notice UAE, Pakistan, UAE, Pakistan, Pakistani expats https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/arab-league-calls-for-resumption-of-talks-warns-against-escalation-in-region-1.500613163 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/lnd2uem7/txa05kjj1ka1aq8po.jpeg Nabil Fahmy, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States Gulf News en 2026-07-19T18:50:06.062+04:00 Arab League calls for resumption of talks, warns against escalation in region Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-troop-deaths-push-iran-war-into-dangerous-new-phase-1.500613191 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/xq5keg64/main-pix-Read-Only.jpg This US Marine Corps handout photograph taken on July 16, 2026, by US Central Command Public Affairs reportedly shows US Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit conducting a verification boarding aboard M/T Wen Yao in the Gulf of Oman. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T18:26:31.809+04:00 US troop deaths push Iran war into dangerous new phase Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-escalates-for-eighth-day-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-july-19-1.500613188 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/7ixxymbq/Screenshot_2026_05_07_at_2_26_08_PM.png Gulf News en 2026-07-19T18:18:57.596+04:00 US-Iran conflict escalates for eighth day: What UAE residents need to know this evening (July 19) Mena, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iran, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jordan-air-defences-neutralise-three-iranian-missiles-1.500613167 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6aj9lixi/HNkH2g5WEAAlV5G.jpg Armed Forces on high alert, monitoring skies after Iranian missile barrage Gulf News en 2026-07-19T18:08:51.733+04:00 Jordan air defences neutralise three Iranian missiles Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-renewed-iranian-hostile-attacks-on-bahrain-kuwait-jordan-2-1.500613176 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/zhuvi9fr/UAEflag UAE warns Iranian escalation threatens regional security and stability Gulf News en 2026-07-19T18:03:43.029+04:00 UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian hostile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan UAE, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-floods-and-landslides-kill-19-as-monsoon-rains-wreak-havoc-1.500613160 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fmmgsz0d/202607193870260.jpg Rescue efforts race against time as dozens killed or missing in north India Gulf News en 2026-07-19T17:29:26.256+04:00 India floods and landslides kill 19 as monsoon rains wreak havoc India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-launches-date-palm-documentation-initiative-1.500613157 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0fqsn3c2/dates.jpg New initiative will help protect rare varieties and promote research, innovation and sustainable cultivation. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T17:26:03.426+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches date palm documentation initiative Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-customs-dh79-million-in-liquidity-aid-for-private-sector-from-march-june-1.500613147 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/05/10/NAT_210510-Dubai-Customs-Eid-1-1620643281446_17955ddfa27_large.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/3yy8uvj5/Stock-Dubai-Skyline Property Finder move brings monthly rent to UAE, easing pressure on tenants. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T17:17:31.206+04:00 Dubai Customs measures inject Dh79m liquidity into businesses, support Dh33.9b trade flow Markets, Government, United in Strength, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-reports-second-iranian-attack-on-power-plant-1.500613127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-17/t985wepn/newsml_afp_com_20251217T143429Z_doc_88f823v.jpeg An aerial view of Kuwait City and its skyline as the sun sets. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T17:03:51.356+04:00 Kuwait says Iran attacks power plant again Kuwait, Kuwait, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-eyes-record-15-billion-revenue-after-world-cup-1.500613085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/2cjhbll4/newsml_afp_com_20260717T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286559362.jpeg FIFA President Gianni Infantino Gulf News en 2026-07-19T16:57:24.652+04:00 FIFA eyes record $15 billion revenue after World Cup World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/five-uae-aid-convoys-enter-gaza-strip-carrying-980-tonnes-of-relief-aid-1.500612945 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cy09ln0k/81u05kpg1ka0yyipo.jpg Relief shipments included food, medicines and shelter supplies as part of the country's ongoing humanitarian mission. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T16:49:28.733+04:00 Five UAE aid convoys enter Gaza Strip carrying 980 tonnes of relief aid Mena, Government, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/can-kerala-become-indias-maritime-gateway-1.500613068 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/mm8zqkh2/2025060902f.jpg The world’s largest container ship, MSC IRINA, docks at the Adani-operated Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala, Monday, June 09, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T16:46:55.735+04:00 Can Kerala become India’s maritime gateway? Op-Eds, India, economy, kerala https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/gcc-population-reaches-628-million-in-2025-youth-account-for-382-1.500612976 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/clgektad/STAFFNAT_260527_Eid_Celebrations_VSAKLANI_171779909365969.jpg GCC-Stat says the region's population has grown steadily since 2022, driven by a youthful workforce and is expected to reach 83.6 million by 2050. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T16:40:52.004+04:00 GCC population reaches 62.8 million in 2025; youth account for 38.2% Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-abu-dhabi-builds-liveable-and-sustainable-cities-1.500613125 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6u48q9lr/news.PNG New Dh200b projects, parks and cycling tracks anchor Abu Dhabi’s quality-of-life push Gulf News en 2026-07-19T16:37:04.889+04:00 How Abu Dhabi builds liveable and sustainable cities UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-car-dash-cams-and-accessories-on-amazonae-2026-dependable-protection-for-every-drive-1.500607621 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/kiiwjec3/cardash-cam-1.png Dashcam in car with city view Gulf News en 2026-07-19T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best car dash cams and accessories on amazon.ae 2026: Dependable protection for every drive Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-updates-rules-on-radio-frequencies-used-by-air-taxis-and-delivery-drones-1.500613071 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-14/34qzqjqs/Air-Taxi.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-19T15:42:57.526+04:00 UAE updates rules on radio frequencies used by air taxis and delivery drones Aviation, Transport, Government, UAE Airports https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/violation-of-peace-mou-proves-trumps-signature-worthless-says-mojtaba-khamenei-1.500613070 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fgwtbayk/Mojtaba-Khamenei.jpg Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Gulf News en 2026-07-19T15:36:19.305+04:00 Violation of peace MoU proves Trump's signature ‘worthless’, says Mojtaba Khamenei Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/flying-today-with-emirates-watch-world-cup-final-live-at-40000-feet-1.500613055 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cdl87pey/HNlc1AaacAAuQDg.jpg From take-off to touchdown, Emirates keeps World Cup final fans connected Gulf News en 2026-07-19T15:29:35.314+04:00 Flying today with Emirates? Watch World Cup final live at 40,000 feet World Cup, Aviation, Emirates airline, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Argentina national football team, spain https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-declares-holiday-for-students-as-football-fever-peaks-1.500613054 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/nz4a5wyk/Yamal-vs-Messi.jpg This combination of file photos created on July 16, 2026, shows Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi in Atlanta on July 7, 2026 (L); and Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal in Inglewood on July 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T15:14:44.371+04:00 Kerala declares holiday for students as football fever peaks India, kerala https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/argentinas-world-cup-thrillers-sees-rise-in-heart-related-cases-among-fans-1.500613053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/qcm20uhj/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286686090.jpeg Fans of Argentina show support to their team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Match against Spain at Times Square on July 18, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T15:13:42.710+04:00 Argentina’s World Cup thrillers sees rise in heart-related cases among fans World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-rethinks-blue-passport-privileges-1.500613039 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-09/xu2ohukh/202505093399329.jpg Pakistan grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access for official blue passport holders to 55 countries under bilateral agreements designed to facilitate government travel. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T14:57:23.751+04:00 Pakistan rethinks blue passport privileges Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-vs-argentina-check-out-shawk-the-hawks-world-cup-final-prediction-1.500613019 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ay8529t3/Shawk-the-Hawks-final-prediction Shawk the Hawk's final prediction https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/zx99vkm1/Shawk-the-Hawks-final-prediction Shawk the Hawk's final prediction Gulf News en 2026-07-19T14:35:57.301+04:00 Spain vs Argentina: Check out Shawk the Hawk's World Cup final prediction World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-this-kerala-fan-painted-his-house-for-messi-and-argentina-1.500613004 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/s4ip675q/Argentina-home.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-19T14:13:19.293+04:00 FIFA World Cup: This Kerala fan painted his house for Messi and Argentina World Cup, Football, kerala, FIFA World Cup, Argentina national football team https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-clears-way-for-crocodiles-to-guard-prisons-1.500612991 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-25/hi7dzpgx/newsml_afp_com_20260525T111406Z_doc_b3y27cq.jpeg Itamar Ben-Gvir (L), Israeli far-right lawmaker and leader of the Otzma Yehudit (Jewish power) party, and Bezalel Smotrich, Israeli far-right lawmaker and leader of the Religious Zionist Party, attend a rally with supporters in the southern Israeli city of Sderot on October 26, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T14:08:11.306+04:00 Israel clears way for crocodiles to guard prisons Mena, Israel, Hamas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-embassy-in-jordan-warns-americans-after-aqaba-airport-seaport-evacuated-1.500612994 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/2l9s927z/gulfnews2026-06-24ygvxtgzaUS-flag.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-19T14:00:37.743+04:00 Jordan says no threats registered after US Embassy security alert Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/instagram-down-in-uae-and-worldwide-as-facebook-messenger-face-meta-outage-1.500612977 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/04/STOCK-instagram_192f7a73525_large.jpg Instagram users in the UAE and worldwide report problems accessing the app, loading feeds and posting content https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/zg7dnds3/newss.PNG Instagram, Facebook and Messenger users are facing disruptions worldwide. UAE users have also reported problems accessing the platforms. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/aqr4r9zd/ma.PNG Downdetector logs surge in complaints as Instagram services stall in UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/1wn88q5v/m.PNG The Instagram outage map showed clusters of user reports across the UAE, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi among the areas reporting issues as users faced problems accessing the platform. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T13:32:41.648+04:00 Instagram down in UAE and worldwide as Facebook, Messenger face Meta outage Technology, UAE, technology, social media https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/the-challenges-awaiting-britains-new-prime-minister-andy-burnham-1.500612972 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/0o4b1x71/preview.jpg Labour party's Andy Burnham speaks after winning the Makerfield by-election, paving the way for a leadership challenge against Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. in Wigan, England, Friday, June 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T13:24:39.055+04:00 The challenges awaiting Britain’s new prime minister Andy Burnham Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tanzanian-flagged-tanker-from-yemen-hijacked-by-suspected-somali-pirates-1.500612960 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/gkkydf1t/HNhmDH6XkAAcOBU.png MT ASANA held off Puntland amid renewed attacks on shipping lanes Gulf News en 2026-07-19T13:05:54.017+04:00 Tanzanian-flagged tanker from Yemen hijacked by suspected Somali pirates Mena, Africa, Yemen, Africa https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-vs-argentina-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-fifa-world-cup-final-kick-off-key-players-tactical-battle-shawks-prediction-vs-what-supercomputers-predict-1.500612926 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-18/ex310n5y/newsml_afp_com_20251218T140444Z_doc_88jq2g3.jpeg This combination of file pictures created on November 14, 2025, shows Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal (L) walking onto the pitch prior to the UEFA Nations League semi-final football match between Spain and France in Stuttgart, southwestern Germany, on June 5, 2025, and Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi looking on during the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualifiers football match between Argentina and Colombia at the Mas Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires on June 10, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/22ur0djj/Yamal-vs-Messi.jpg This combination of file photos created on July 16, 2026, shows Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi in Atlanta on July 7, 2026 (L); and Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal in Inglewood on July 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/5f2m2498/202607193869815.jpeg FIFA World Cup: Argentina chase history against Spain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/kxqthojp/newsml_afp_com_20260717T050005Z_doc_c2df4cq.jpeg This combination of file photos created on July 16, 2026, shows Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi in Atlanta on July 15, 2026 (L); and Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal in Atlanta on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/cib842c3/newsml_afp_com_20260718T145053Z_doc_c2je663.jpeg This combination of file photos created on July 18, 2026, shows Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on July 14, 2026 (L); and Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi in Atlanta on July 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-24/nb4gjxzv/Messi-Shamseer.jpg Lionel Messi has led Argentina to first Fifa World Cup title in 36 years. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-26/e0mo1917/Lamine-Yamal Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal controls the ball during the UEFA Euro 2024 final football match between Spain and England at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14, 2024. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/9phvxuzc/newsml_afp_com_20260714T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286583962.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain reacts after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/18/-Lionel-Messi-and-Julian-Alvarez_18523ff8773_large.jpg Argentina's Lionel Messi (left) and Julian Alvarez celebrate after scoring against Croatia in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 football semifinal at the Lusail Stadium on December 13, 2022. Alvarez scored from a Messi assist. A repeat of that will be required for Argentina to beat France in the final on December 18, 2022. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/ujaywbrk/newsml_afp_com_20260715T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286583392.jpeg Emiliano Martinez #23 of Argentina prepares for warm ups during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/9a4qury4/Argentina_s_Enzo_Fernandez_celebrates_after_scoring_his_side_s_second_goal_during_the_World_Cup_grou.jpg Argentina's Enzo Fernandez celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup group C match against Mexico, at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, Saturday, November 26, 2022. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/vv83ks17/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283135962.jpeg Lautaro Martínez #22 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/r0dq35zz/newsml_afp_com_20260706T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285979988.jpeg Pedri #20 of Spain competes against Vitinha #23 of Portugal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Portugal and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 06, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/frbdw1z5/newsml_afp_com_20260706T000000Z_PH_GTY_2285980031.jpeg Pau Cubarsí #22 of Spain kicks the ball against Bruno Fernandes #8 of Portugal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Portugal and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 06, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/pw7enhxh/newsml_afp_com_20260714T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286533692.jpeg Marc Cucurella #24 of Spain in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T12:53:05.771+04:00 Spain vs Argentina: Everything you need to know about the FIFA World Cup final — kick off, key players, tactical battle, Shawk's prediction vs what supercomputers predict World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-police-urge-drivers-to-check-tyres-as-summer-heat-raises-blowout-risk-1.500612933 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/vbf2vs9y/HNk1gGcXoAAbgoW.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-19T12:35:29.755+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police urge drivers to check tyres as summer heat raises blowout risk Transport, emergencies, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/teacher-and-three-children-killed-in-oman-road-crash-after-salalah-trip-1.500612924 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/1fe2bwbn/Oman Family’s deaths after Salalah trip spark grief across Oman’s education community Gulf News en 2026-07-19T12:29:09.623+04:00 Teacher and three children killed in Oman road crash after Salalah trip Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/12-free-and-paid-places-to-watch-the-world-cup-final-in-dubai-from-fan-zones-to-cinemas-1.500608502 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/209drvsf/6a18323226b22fa10e8cd9dfFamily-Public-Viewing-Dubai-World-Cup.png.webp Emirates Our Home Fan Zone in Festival City https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/cdkr1821/Speakeasy_World_Cup.png Gulf News en 2026-07-19T12:26:53.490+04:00 13 free and paid places to watch the World Cup final in Dubai, from fan zones to cinemas World Cup, Football, Sport, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/lionel-messi-enters-another-world-cup-final-with-nothing-left-to-prove-1.500612922 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/z8tqwqsp/newsml_afp_com_20260703T212443Z_doc_b98k89p.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi, Argentina's midfielder #07 Rodrigo De Paul and Argentina's defender #13 Cristian Romero enter the pitch to take part in the warm-up ahead of the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Argentina and Cape Verde at the Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens on July 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T12:20:55.848+04:00 Lionel Messi enters another World Cup final with nothing left to prove World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-non-oil-trade-nears-dh2tn-in-record-first-half-of-2026-1.500612911 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hxhveac9/MBR Gulf News en 2026-07-19T12:17:30.862+04:00 UAE non-oil trade nears Dh2 trillion in record first half of 2026 Business, UAE, UAE, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/opinion-two-sold-out-concerts-one-uae-what-michael-jackson-and-atif-aslam-reveal-1.500612914 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/7j26ugju/IMG0153.JPG.jpeg Do you moonwalk at a Michael Jackson tribute show at Coca-Cola Arena? Or do you drive to Abu Dhabi and lose yourself in Atif Aslam’s soulful ballads at Etihad Arena? Gulf News en 2026-07-19T12:15:14.640+04:00 Two arenas in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, one night: How Michael Jackson tribute show and Atif Aslam gig signal UAE's rise as year-round cultural Hub Entertainment, UAE, Opinion, Music, UAE, Pakistan, Dubai, Concert, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/health-fitness/woman-develops-rare-happy-heart-syndrome-days-after-daughters-wedding-1.500612896 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-15/fx6y5vjs/heart-attack.jpg What made the case unusual was not the diagnosis itself, but the apparent trigger. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T11:59:02.460+04:00 Woman develops rare 'Happy Heart Syndrome' days after daughter's wedding Health Fitness https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-the-biggest-takeaways-from-footballs-biggest-tournament-1.500612907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/9fgfjp30/ball.jpg From VAR chaos to hydration breaks, a supersized World Cup divides opinion Gulf News en 2026-07-19T11:58:35.617+04:00 World Cup 2026: The biggest takeaways from football’s biggest tournament World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, spain https://gulfnews.com/sport/indias-sindhu-secures-maiden-japan-open-crown-1.500612897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/y5dacsor/newsml_afp_com_20260719T051527Z_doc_c2k44kj.jpeg Gold medalist India’s Pusarla Venkata Sindhu (L) and silver medalist Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi take a selfie photo on the podium after their women's singles final match of the Japan Open badminton tournament at Tokyo Gymnasium in Tokyo on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T11:34:51.754+04:00 India’s Sindhu secures maiden Japan Open crown Sport, india, Badminton https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flight-cancelled-know-your-rights-indias-aviation-ministry-issues-passenger-advisory-1.500612890 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-08/z7a8b6nu/202511083568284.jpg Know when airlines must refund, reroute or compensate you for cancelled flights https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/07o307pz/HNkmvE1aoAAPHmD.jpg Ministry advisory explains passenger entitlements during flight disruptions Gulf News en 2026-07-19T11:33:44.600+04:00 Flight cancelled? Know your rights: India’s Aviation Ministry issues passenger advisory Aviation, India, india, India UAE travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/is-grandmacore-the-new-self-care-why-young-people-are-knitting-baking-and-embracing-old-school-hobbies-1.500609903 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/32dltk7q/shutterstock2290510991.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-19T11:11:00.000+04:00 Is ‘grandmacore’ the new self-care? Why young people are knitting, baking and embracing old-school hobbies Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-mbappe-overtakes-messi-to-become-world-cups-all-time-leading-goalscorer-1.500612874 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/b3mpyp0w/newsml_afp_com_20260718T224150Z_doc_c2jx6tt.jpeg France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the 2026 World Cup football tournament third-place match between France and England at the Miami Stadium in Miami on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T11:08:33.966+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe overtakes Messi to become World Cup’s all-time leading goalscorer World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rtas-last-mile-plan-aims-to-make-car-free-commuting-easier-1.500612870 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/tdvwzm0o/RTA-cycle-two.JPG The RTA approves a five-year plan to expand Dubai’s soft mobility network through 2030, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ae082ajt/RTA-cycle.jpg RTA's five-year programme will expand soft mobility infrastructure to 25 additional residential areas, increasing the total number of targeted communities to 34 by 2030 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/tdtm27sj/RTA-mobility.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/wae7e95k/rta-cycle-4.jpg The project will deliver dedicated pedestrian and cycling infrastructure. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T11:02:28.764+04:00 RTA’s last-mile plan aims to make car-free commuting easier Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/amitabh-bachchan-says-coaches-will-decide-argentina-vs-spain-world-cup-final-competition-between-the-spanish-and-the-argentinian-coach-1.500612841 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/42wzzmqg/202607163866742.jpg Amitabh Bachchan has weighed in on tonight's World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, and his prediction has nothing to do with individual star power. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/u7w5m7zn/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286698342.jpeg Fans of Argentina show support to Lionel Messi as they walk around New York ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Match against Spain at Times Square on July 18, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T10:54:18.696+04:00 Amitabh Bachchan says coaches will decide Argentina vs Spain World Cup final: 'Competition between the Spanish and the Argentinian Coach' Entertainment, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/gwendoline-soriano-of-baguio-crowned-binibining-pilipinas-international-2026-1.500612848 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/q5xrqd4i/748969841185399811790756102670510822704216707n.jpg Gwendoline Soriano of Baguio City crowned as Binibining Pilipinas International 2026 Gulf News en 2026-07-19T10:35:35.571+04:00 Gwendoline Soriano of Baguio crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2026 Entertainment, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/sodastream-review-making-sparkling-water-at-home-can-pay-off-if-you-drink-it-often-1.500600855 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/lmw6r0yh/sodastream-1.png Fresh homemade fizzy water https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-08/xxsdrafx/sodastream-1.png Kitchen carbonation station Gulf News en 2026-07-19T10:00:00.000+04:00 SodaStream review: making sparkling water at home can pay off if you drink it often Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kartik-aaryan-breaks-down-after-winning-best-actor-honour-still-processing-1.500612829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/isbs9nxl/KartikAaryan172200407388317844315720472576b825-18fe-477d-b889-f9f10d5a2220.jpeg.avif Kartik Aaryan has picked up his first National Film Award, taking Best Actor for his role in Chandu Champion, and he shared the emotional moment with fans. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T09:53:57.462+04:00 Kartik Aaryan breaks down after winning Best Actor honour: 'Still processing' Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/trump-set-to-present-world-cup-trophy-as-spain-face-argentina-in-final-1.500612767 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/9u1uzxgn/11.jpg US President Donald Trump (C) speaks alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino at a FIFA Reception at Trump Tower on July 17, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T09:06:14.509+04:00 Trump set to present World Cup trophy as Spain face Argentina in final World Cup, Americas, Football, Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-completes-eighth-consecutive-night-of-strikes-against-iran-1.500612792 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/qzbrwwxo/10.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-19T08:30:12.621+04:00 US completes eighth consecutive night of strikes against Iran Mena, Americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-cancellations-today-latest-etihad-emirates-air-arabia-and-flydubai-schedule-updates-1.500612783 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/8qzb1p7w/EK-Collage.jpeg UAE flights remain operational as Gulf tensions disrupt Kuwait, Saudi routes: passengers urged to check status, allow extra time Gulf News en 2026-07-19T08:21:34.986+04:00 UAE flight cancellations today: Latest Etihad, Emirates, Air Arabia and flydubai schedule updates Aviation, Mena, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-19-1.500612775 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/lvxulfdi/HMPd5PBXwAE8iI.jpg UAE urges de-escalation as US-Iran strikes rattle Gulf security and travel Gulf News en 2026-07-19T07:50:10.843+04:00 US-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know today (July 19) UAE, Mena, UAE, Donald Trump, UAE Travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/bts-at-the-2026-fifa-world-cup-final-uae-timings-and-how-to-watch-1.500570678 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-26/ydg8alfp/ANI_20260526061054.jpg BTS is busy with their Arirang world tour. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T07:32:23.197+04:00 BTS at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final: UAE timings and how to watch World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/ever-wondered-how-emirates-cabin-crew-create-their-iconic-look-makeup-steps-revealed-1.500612661 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/u3qzr66q/HJovoSkWkAAV4tK.jpg Inside Emirates: The training, glamour and rewards behind the cabin crew dream https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/1qf61qmn/02-w1200x750.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/bi7728hj/332x185uniform-learning-experience.jpg Behind the Emirates Cabin Crew look: The makeup routine you never see https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/33jmybpr/HMI9BKrWUAANehm.jpg Beyond the uniform: The beauty standards behind Emirates’ airport teams https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/3s2ze0w1/1400x397recruitment-events.jpg What it takes to wear the uniform: Inside Emirates’ rigorous cabin crew journey https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/i56ecl43/Capturevv.PNG Emirates Cabin Crew recruitment: What to wear for the interview https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/fybdo2go/02-w1200x750.jpg How to become Emirates Cabin Crew: Salary, training and job details Gulf News en 2026-07-19T07:26:56.317+04:00 Beyond the red lipstick: How Emirates creates its iconic cabin crew look, pay and perks revealed Aviation, UAE, UAE Travel, UAE jobs, UAE job offer, Emirates airline, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/visa-immigration/why-expats-must-carry-emirates-id-when-returning-to-uae-1.500256648 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/16/Indira-Gandhi-International-Airport_16ac0eebcc0_large.jpg Indian expatriates returning to the UAE from airports such as Mumbai, New Delhi, Cochin, and Calicut have been instructed by immigration and airline staff to present their physical Emirates ID to verify their UAE residency. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-04/aa0z7rpv/WhatsApp_Image_2025_05_06_at_2_12_42_PM.jpeg Sapna Aidasani, Marketing Director at Pluto Travels https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-06/2cjd2k60/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-06-at-3.37.34-PM.jpeg Rikin Sheth, Assistant Vice President, B2C musafir.com Gulf News en 2026-07-19T07:00:00.000+04:00 Why Emirates ID is required for expats flying back to UAE Living-Visa-Immigration, UAE Travel, India UAE travel, Emirates ID https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/2026-fifa-world-cup-final-shakira-bts-and-more-to-light-up-halftime-show-uae-timings-and-how-to-watch-1.500612521 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/ctpqje0z/BTS.jpeg BTS will perform at the halftime show. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T07:00:00.000+04:00 2026 FIFA World Cup final: Shakira, BTS and more to light up halftime show — UAE timings and how to watch World Cup, Entertainment, Sport, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iran-again-as-bahrain-sounds-warning-sirens-irgc-halts-ships-in-strait-of-hormuz-kuwait-facilities-hit-1.500611922 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/javjej8o/cent.gif A US Navy warship operates near the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran keep one of the world’s busiest energy corridors under close military watch. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/fjr035ea/ANI_20260717215919.jpg A US Air Force F-16 fighter jet over West Asia (File Photo/X@CENTCOM) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/trrazdtu/HNf52CwWgAA9bq2-1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/r6z9bsmv/HNcbu-WoAEyox2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/sudop1ls/HNgf4IoXAAAx_H_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/ixgmhq71/HNgf4IbXQAApSNz.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/5rg96iq9/HNgf4IXWoAA6Szv.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/0pm2ed43/cox05jgz1ka18m7pn.jpeg Counsellor Dr Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, Attorney-General of the UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-26/yvn9226l/newsml_afp_com_20260226T142323Z_doc_992p9t4.jpeg Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazeem Gharibabadi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/td15h8ss/HNhY91hWIAAAgpN.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/rsc8xkwy/ANI_20260526075132.jpg Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/48nhsnij/HNiDJhQXwAA48SW.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-19T06:56:32.466+04:00 Two US troops killed, one missing in Jordan, Kuwait facilities hit as Iran plans 'unforgettable lessons' Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, America, US-Israel-Iran war, us-iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/influencer-andrew-tate-and-brother-arrested-in-miami-2-1.500612744 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/drgjbvdc/8.jpg Andrew Tate (L) and his brother Tristan Tate. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T06:32:05.130+04:00 Influencer Andrew Tate and brother arrested in Miami Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-temperatures-to-reach-48c-before-easing-later-this-week-1.500612704 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/051e4fud/Weather Temperatures are forecast to reach between 39°C and 45°C in coastal and island areas, 42°C to 48°C inland and 33°C to 38°C in the mountains. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T06:24:50.417+04:00 UAE temperatures to reach 48°C before easing later this week Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/england-finish-third-as-spain-and-argentina-brace-for-world-cup-final-1.500612732 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/e66mwwla/5.jpg England's Harry Kane (9), front center, gives a thumbs as the team poses with their medals after the World Cup third-place playoff soccer match between France and England in Miami Gardens, Fla.. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hqzkjgta/7.jpg England's Harry Kane, right, embraces Bukayo Saka after Saka their fifth goal, his third, during the World Cup third-place playoff soccer match between France and England in Miami Gardens, Fla. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/1eagr4s0/6.jpg Mbappe passed Messi to become the World Cup's all-time leading scorer, with 22 goals across three tournaments. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T06:08:34.964+04:00 England finish third as Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/indias-minerva-academy-retain-gothia-cup-title-with-dramatic-win-1.500612681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/i7zzq3x6/Minerva.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-19T05:35:00.000+04:00 India’s Minerva Academy retain Gothia Cup title with dramatic win Football, India, football, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/rafael-nadal-rallies-behind-spain-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-final-1.500612705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/18/Copy-of-613870-01-02-1731928965379_1933f02c11c_large.jpg Rafael Nadal of Team Spain speaks during a press conference ahead of the Davis Cup tennis tournament, in Fuengirola, near Malaga, on Monday. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T02:33:29.022+04:00 Rafael Nadal rallies behind Spain ahead of FIFA World Cup final Tennis, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/sport/watch-novak-djokovic-makes-wwe-debut-with-surprise-fanatics-fest-entrance-1.500612697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/nvh8ljmp/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286659620.jpeg Novak Djokovic attends the Fanatics Fest NYC 2026 at Jacob Javits Center on July 18, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T02:06:12.564+04:00 Watch: Novak Djokovic makes ‘WWE debut’ with surprise Fanatics Fest entrance Sport, Tennis, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/indias-sindhu-enters-japan-open-final-1.500612685 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/qs2ku8ca/newsml_afp_com_20260718T034005Z_doc_c2hu966.jpeg India’s Pusarla Venkata Sindhu reacts on a point against China’s Chen Yufei in their women's singles semi-final match of the Japan Open badminton tournament at Tokyo Gymnasium in Tokyo on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-19T00:36:47.822+04:00 India’s Sindhu enters Japan Open final Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-deep-concern-over-regional-developments-calls-for-immediate-de-escalation-1.500612673 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/olr3pg6f/UAE-Flag UAE reiterates support for dialogue while condemning attacks on civilian infrastructure. Gulf News en 2026-07-18T23:52:57.030+04:00 UAE expresses deep concern over regional developments, calls for immediate de-escalation Government, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/harry-brook-urges-england-to-follow-ever-green-joe-roots-example-1.500612403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/dwunnfa6/newsml_afp_com_20260716T175727Z_doc_c2e72eu.jpeg England's Joe Root plays a shot during the second ODI against India at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, Wales on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-18T22:55:32.525+04:00 Harry Brook urges England to follow ever-green Joe Root's example Cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/britains-josh-kerr-sets-new-world-record-in-mens-mile-1.500612466 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/1b1mg1o7/newsml_afp_com_20260718T152852Z_doc_c2je668.jpeg Britain's Josh Kerr celebrates after winning the men's one mile event during the IAAF Diamond League athletics competition at the London stadium in London on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-18T22:50:51.474+04:00 Britain's Josh Kerr sets new world record in men's mile Sport, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/turkey-arrests-119-accused-of-links-to-islamic-state-1.500612326 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9tzduvme/202606303845893.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-18T22:43:49.066+04:00 Turkey arrests 119 accused of links to Islamic State Europe, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/india-all-rounder-washington-sundar-out-of-england-series-decider-1.500612543 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/0j5jhvb0/newsml_afp_com_20260304T091758Z_doc_99v34jc.jpeg Washington Sundar Gulf News en 2026-07-18T22:40:01.792+04:00 India all-rounder Washington Sundar out of England series decider Cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/spain-braces-for-third-heatwave-with-highs-above-40c-1.500612505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/3ogvje5c/newsml_afp_com_20260714T183349Z_doc_c27g6t3.jpeg A tourist uses an umbrella as a protection against the sun as she visits Palma de Mallorca’s cathedral. Gulf News en 2026-07-18T22:18:35.137+04:00 Spain braces for third heatwave with highs above 40°C Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/laos-says-unable-determine-cause-of-tourists-deaths-linked-to-tainted-alcohol-1.500612230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/0rv5414v/Laos.jpg Tourists ride in boats along the Nam Song river in Vang Vieng, Laos. Gulf News en 2026-07-18T22:11:44.190+04:00 Laos says unable to determine cause of tourists’ deaths linked to tainted alcohol Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-two-players-walk-away-with-dh100000-check-the-winning-numbers-1.500612548 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/8sny633s/Screenshot-2026-07-18-at-9.33.45-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Diala Makki during Lucky Day Draw No. 260718 Gulf News en 2026-07-18T21:59:37.670+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Two players walk away with Dh100,000 – check the winning numbers UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/new-york-mayor-zohran-mamdani-weighs-benjamin-netanyahu-arrest-during-un-summit-1.500612615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/2kkguqy7/newsml_afp_com_20260703T142309Z_doc_b97h9l4.jpeg New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani Gulf News en 2026-07-18T21:48:24.468+04:00 New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani weighs Benjamin Netanyahu arrest during UN summit Americas, Mena, Israel https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/28-years-later-mammootty-wins-4th-national-award-why-bramayugam-stood-apart-1.500612601 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-03/gstarr2t/Mammootty-in-Bramayugam At 74, Mammootty proves why he remains cinema’s legend https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/y9ncx1x5/Mammootty_1714abbc646_original_ratio.jpg Mammootty https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/lvtja3ar/Mammootty_in_the_poster_for_Bheeshmaparvam_177806256bc_original_ratio.jpg ‘Bheeshma Parvam’: This Mammootty-led Malayalam movie sees the actor play the role of Michael, a former gangster turned maritime transporter from Fort Kochi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/8id3r86c/TAB_CBI_5_The_Brain_2_1651226923592_18074cb525b_original_ratio.jpg Mammootty Gulf News en 2026-07-18T21:41:27.729+04:00 28 years later, Mammootty wins 4th National Award: Why Bramayugam stood apart South-Indian, mammootty, kerala cinema, Malayalam films, Malayalam cinema https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-condemns-iranian-attacks-on-gulf-states-rejects-strikes-on-vital-infrastructure-1.500612617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/09/23/OPN-200923-SAUDI-FLAGS-1600857243870_174ba8700df_large.jpg Saudi Arabia denounces Iran’s ‘heinous aggression’ on power and desalination plants in Kuwait Gulf News en 2026-07-18T21:33:24.764+04:00 Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf states, rejects strikes on vital infrastructure Saudi, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/madonna-cruise-and-shakira-headline-world-cup-final-halftime-show-1.500612546 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/05qlw0zv/Combo.jpg Madonna, Tom Cruise Gulf News en 2026-07-18T21:06:01.530+04:00 Madonna, Tom Cruise and Shakira headline World Cup final spectacle World Cup, Music, FIFA World Cup