KHDA sets rules on teaching languages, qualifications and progress for pupils aged 4 to 6 Dubai: Arabic language teachers in Dubai must obtain separate approval from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) before they can teach Islamic Education to Muslim children aged four to six, reg»»»

Al Asayel Street rises to 80 km/h as RTA adjusts limits on five major routes across Dubai Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in coordination with Dubai Police, began enforcing new speed limits on five major roads across the emirate on Sunday, November 1, with limits increased on three roa»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Nasser Saleh Al-Attiyah and his French navigator Max Delfino confirmed their respective FIA Middle East Baja Cup titles with outright victory in the 2026 Qatar International Baja across the southern deserts yesterday. Al-Attiyah headed into the final day aiming to defend a lead»»»

UAE airports brace for busy winter travel season despite challenges Airlines are preparing to restore more international services to Dubai as the emirate gears up for a winter surge in passenger traffic. British Airways is scheduled to resume flights on November 3, while UAE airports are increasing»»»

Doha, Qatar: Cyrine Cherif won the Diamond Tour as the fourth leg of the 10th edition of the Longines Hathab Qatar Equestrian Tour concluded yesterday at the Qatar Equestrian Federation’s indoor arena. Cherif topped the 150cm event in 26.16 seconds aboard Triple T Calamando. Hamad Nasser Al-Qadi fi»»»

Speaking to reporters after voting in Sunday's presidential runoff, Yes, Bulgaria Co-Chair and Democratic Bulgaria MP Ivaylo Mirchev said he had voted for a free, European and democratic Bulgaria, and for a president unafraid to put the national interest first, who would not carry out the wishes of»»»

Arab Finance: In an evolving macroeconomic landscape marked by shifting monetary policies, foreign exchange liquidity, and structural growth drivers, alternative investment and M&A advisory firms are uniquely positioned to capture emerging market dislocations. In an exclusive interview with Arab Fi»»»

The planned listing of insurance companies on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) represents far more than a transfer of ownership stakes. It signals a broader effort to transform Egypt's insurance sector into a scalable investment story, deepen capital markets, and give private investors access to a finan»»»

Air pollution was linked to 3.8m deaths in India between 2009 and 2019, a study found New Delhi: Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures on Sunday, including higher parking fees and work-from-home orders, seeking to curb toxic smog in one of the world's most polluted capitals. T»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited (Nakilat), a Qatari public shareholding company, announced that its liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier, Al Mayeda, was attacked by unidentified objects while sailing in the Arabian Gulf on Friday evening. In a statement published on the Qatar Stock »»»

NEW DELHI: Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures on Sunday, including higher parking fees and work-from-home orders, seeking to curb toxic smog in one of the world’s most polluted capitals. The restrictions, which came into force Sunday, include a doubling of vehicle parking c»»»

Turkey has nominated its former foreign minister and UN ambassador Feridun Hadi Sinirlioglu for the position of UN secretary-general, state-media reported on Saturday. The submission was officially backed by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan who has been particularly vocal in calling for refor»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail defeated Al Wakrah 3-1 to join Al Rayyan and Al Sadd on 18 points at the top of the Qatar Stars League as Al Rayyan were held to a goalless draw by Al Arabi yesterday. Al Sadd, who thrashed Al Shamal 4-1 on Friday, remain top on goal difference, ahead of Al Rayyan and Al Duha»»»

On November 1, Bulgarian citizens will once again go to the polls to elect a president and vice president of the country. In the second round of the presidential elections, the presidential candidate pairs Andrey Gyurov – Georgi Kandev and Iliyana Yotova – Kiril Valchev will face each other . Nearl»»»

Doha, Qatar: The FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar 2027 Local Organising Committee (LOC) today unveiled the official Tissot Countdown Clock, marking 300 days to go until the tournament, which Qatar will host from August 27 to September 12, 2027, featuring 32 national teams and taking place in the Mid»»»

Doha, Qatar: Alfardan Corporation is participating in the eleventh edition of Qatar Sustainability Week 2026 as a Community Partner through Athar, its sustainability program, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to advancing sustainability through collaboration, awareness, and the translation of comm»»»

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of H E Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy Affairs and President and CEO of QatarEnergy, QatarEnergy LNG has been honoured with the 2025 Qatarization Award for “Best Qatarization Progress.” The major industry accolade was announced during the Ene»»»

Doha, Qatar: QNB Group, a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, announced that all subscribed shares in the Initial Public Offering for Dandy Ltd Company (Dandy) have now been allocated. With the final share allocations having been confirmed, Dandy will now proceed with the r»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has established itself as a strategic link between Gulf capital and fast-growing frontier economies, particularly in Asia and Africa, by strengthening financial cooperation, cross-border business ties and access to emerging opportunities, an official said. Speaking to The Peninsu»»»

Lusail: From children celebrating their first-place finishes to a mother running while pushing her toddler in a stroller, the inaugural PSG QNB We Run Doha 2026 brought together runners of different ages and abilities at Lusail International Circuit on Friday, October 30, 2026, highlighting how spo»»»

The Peninsula DOHA: The Friday sermons delivered at 250 mosques across Qatar highlighted the dangers of speeding and reckless driving, urging motorists to observe traffic regulations and recognise their responsibility to protect lives and property. The initiative was organised by the Ministry of Aw»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Finland in Doha is organising Finland Week in Doha under the theme “Building Bridges Through Education, Innovation, Design, Culture and Music.” The week brings Finnish experts, educators, designers and artists to Doha to meet Qatari partners and audiences. The week will »»»

Doha, Qatar: HEC Paris, Doha has welcomed 44 professionals to the 2026 cohort of its Executive MBA - Emerging Leaders Track (ELT), bringing together high-potential talent from Qatar, and beyond representing a diverse range of industries and organisations. Qatari professionals account for 84% of the»»»

The dispute between Ethiopia and Eritrea over the Red Sea port of Assab now extends well beyond that of a maritime facility or outlet for international trade. It reflects a structural contradiction between two states with a shared history but divided on issues like sovereignty, security, borders, a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Daayen Municipality, represented by the Ministry of Municipality, will organise a series of activities highlighting the connection between Qatari heritage and environmental sustainability as part of Qatar Sustainability Week 2026, including interactive gardening workshops, a discuss»»»

Doha, Qatar: Providing a vital healthcare lifeline to thousands of blue-collar workers, domestic helps, drivers, and expatriates from various Asian countries, the 20th Asian Medical Camp concluded at the Umm Al Seneem Health Centre in Doha. The mega camp was formally inaugurated by Ambassador of In»»»

Arab Finance: Misr Life Insurance Company and Al Ahly SC signed a four-season strategic partnership, covering joint marketing activities, collaboration with the Al Ahly Community Development Foundation, and sponsorship of the club’s TV channel, as per a press release. Under the agreement, the compa»»»

Doha, Qatar: The retail landscape at Lulu Hypermarket, D-Ring Road, witnessed a spectacular celebration yesterday evening as Joyalukkas officially inaugurated its sixth showroom in Doha. The grand event not only marked a significant expansion of the brand’s Qatari footprint, but also served as a gl»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Meera Consumer Goods Company has announced almeera anniversary, a month-long celebration running from 1 to 30 November 2026, bringing customers an exciting programme of prizes, special deals, and local product showcases across its stores. The celebrations reflect almeera’s commitmen»»»

Representing Qatar at the AFS Youth Assembly in Geneva, four Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar students deepened their understanding of how technology, human context, and civic responsibility intersect to build a resilient future. When people hear the term "sustainability," the immediate associat»»»

Doha, Qatar: Years of Culture has selected Qatari artist Hissa Al-Khuzaei to design Pierre Gasly’s helmet for the 2026 Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix. Gasly, a driver for the BWT Alpine F1 Team, will wear the helmet at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez during the race weekend of October 30 to Nove»»»

Doha, Qatar: The traditional classroom is evolving. The teacher, who once stood at the centre of the learning experience, is increasingly sharing that space with a different voice: the learner. Amal Khamis Al-Hafi is an educator at Qatar Academy Msheireb (QAM) — part of Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-»»»

Doha, Qatar: United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, has concluded its participation in Cityscape Qatar 2026 following three days of strong engagement with prospective homeowners, investors, brokers and industry stakeholders, with particular interest g»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CGB), represented by the Institute of Public Administration, announced the launch of the fifth edition of its ‘ Tafawuq’ leadership programme for 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to develop national leadership capabilities and streng»»»

Doha, Qatar: The development project at Hamad General Hospital (HGH) will include extensive rehabilitation of its inpatient towers, upgrades to specialised medical facilities and the construction of a new day surgery building, as part of efforts to modernise the hospital’s infrastructure and enhanc»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) announced the launch of the “Youth Hackathon for Justice and Innovation” programme, bridging the gap between AI and the modern rule of law, a first-of-its-kind initiative organised in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is advancing a range of sustainable urban development initiatives, from smart city solutions and AI-powered building permits to expanding green spaces and waste management projects, as it seeks to enhance quality of life and build healthier, more liveable cities. Marking World Ci»»»

The Republican president said the United States is not in a hurry to take offensive action Washington: President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States has knocked out much of Iran's military but still has to "take care of" one or two targets, as Tehran warned of reprisals if attacked»»»

Henry Sy Jr. proposes $11B battery grid to tackle Philippines' power challenges MANILA: Filipino tycoon Henry Sy Jr. is pitching a nationwide chain of battery energy storage systems to help ease high electricity costs over the long term. His idea: prepare the grid for a possible El Niño in 2027, th»»»

Tribune News Network Doha HEC Paris, Doha has welcomed 44 professionals to the 2026 cohort of its Executive MBA – Emerging Leaders Track (ELT) bringing together high-potential talent from Qatar, and beyond representing a diverse range of industries and organisations. Qatari professionals account fo»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Years of Culture (UoC) has selected Qatari artist Hissa Al-Khuzaei to design Pierre Gasly’s helmet for the 2026 Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix. Gasly, a driver for the BWT Alpine F1 Team, will wear the helmet at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez during the race weekend of»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The traditional classroom is evolving. The teacher, who once stood at the centre of the learning experience, is increasingly sharing that space with a different voice: the learner. Amal Khamis Al Hafi is an educator at Qatar Academy Msheireb (QAM), part of Qatar Foundation»»»

Crucifer Academy’s learning model is built on demonstrating capability before moving on A student finishes a module. Instead of moving straight to the next lesson, they must teach everything they have learned to an AI child. The child asks questions, challenges unclear explanations and asks for ano»»»

Check duty-free limits, customs charges and what to declare before you fly. Dubai’s gold souks are a favourite stop for Indian travellers, particularly during the Diwali gold-buying season, when demand for jewellery rises. With the festive rush driving purchases, UAE residents planning to carry gol»»»

MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - In October, the Russian Armed Forces struck five Ukrainian data centers used to support the Ukrainian force, according to Sputnik's calculations based on reports from the Russian Defense Ministry. Data reviewed by the agency indicates that between October 1 and October 31, the R»»»

ATLANTA: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that Washington was not directly involved in Flavio Bolsonaro’s arrangements to leave Brazil after his election loss. President Donald Trump said that Bolsonaro could, however, stay in the United States “as long as he wants.” Bolsonaro, who l»»»

Share your Dubai Ride moments with Gulf News. Send us your photos, videos from the event Dubai Ride 2026 is under way, with thousands of cyclists taking to the streets as Sheikh Zayed Road swaps cars for bicycles for this year's edition of the popular community event. Held as part of the opening we»»»

Thousands of cyclists take over Sheikh Zayed Road as Dubai Ride 2026 gets under way»»»

PALM ‌BEACH, Florida: President Donald Trump said on Saturday it was “unacceptable” for one of his former lawyers, Alina Habba Mildon, to ​secure a $50 million contract for herself while working at the US Department of Justice. “I thought it was totally obnoxious and outrageous, and it’s not accept»»»

The Trump administration’s online accounts are circulating images of a pumpkin carved with a somberro design and a fake Halloween-themed background around a Black man apparently accused of food assistance fraud, in social media posts slammed by critics as inflammatory rhetoric. Only days before the»»»