Dubai: The UAE has moved quickly to approve a new generation of weight-loss treatment, positioning itself among the first countries globally to make an oral GLP-1 therapy available. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The approval of Foundayo (orforgl»»»

2 Gold Price Today, 19 March 2026: International gold prices are trading around $5,008 per ounce, while domestic prices in India for 24K gold are approximately ₹1.57 lakh per 10 grams. The market continues to be pressured by a strengthening US Dollar, though domestic rates include additional costs »»»

UAE has confirmed a public holiday on Friday, September 5, 2025/Image: File The UAE has confirmed a public holiday on Friday, September 5, 2025, to mark the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday (12 Rabi Al Awwal). With the date coinciding with a Friday, the announcement effectively grants residents across b»»»

DUBAI: Dubai has announced a $1 million award for short films generated entirely by artificial intelligence in collaboration with Google’s Gemini as part of the 1 Billion Followers Summit. The winning short film will be honored, while the top 10 competing films will be screened during the fourth ed»»»

Sharjah is participating in the Rio International Book Fair 2025, presenting a range of Emirati and Arab literary works as part of efforts to strengthen cultural exchange with Latin America. The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is showcasing Emirati literature translated into Portuguese and promoting S»»»

The Center for Human Rights and Accountability Network (CHRAN) has condemned the recent defections of politicians in the opposition parties to the ruling political party in Nigeria It describes such move as self-serving and a threat to the country’s democracy. The Director of CHRAN, Otuekong Frankl»»»

Dubai Police has reminded the public to contribute to charitable causes only through licensed associations and official channels to ensure donations reach those truly in need. The force also urged community members to report any begging activity by calling the toll-free number 901, using the “Polic»»»