How one woman helped put Abu Dhabi on the map through passion and perseverance Abu Dhabi: When Amal Salah AlBarout told her father she was opening a barbershop, he told her: "Do whatever you want, but do not come crying if it does not work." And it worked. Next month Uptown Barbershop celebrates it»»»

Dubai Fitness Challenge, Diwali, two boat shows and Frieze Abu Dhabi lead a busy month Dubai: November is one of the busiest months of the year in the UAE. The weather has cooled, the Dubai Fitness Challenge is under way, and the calendar is packed with festivals, sporting events, art fairs and exh»»»

ISTANBUL: Turkiye has moved the country’s Kurdish militant leader to a newly built part of an island prison where he has been incarcerated since 1999 as part of efforts to end decades of conflict, a senior Kurdish official said. Improving prison conditions for Abdullah Ocalan, who heads the Kurdist»»»

Speaking to reporters in Blagoevgrad after voting in Sunday's presidential runoff, presidential candidate Andrey Gurov said he had voted for a secure, stable and European Bulgaria – a country that had made its civilisational choice and must uphold it clearly, with dignity and confidence. He said th»»»

New Delhi, India: 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 pa»»»

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al-Khater, the Fifth UNESCO Conference on Higher Education in the Arab States will begin tomorrow in Doha under the theme "The New Learning Landscape in Higher Education in the Arab Region." The two»»»

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Updated AI strategy also targets better bus punctuality, fewer accidents, Dh300m revenue Dubai: Motorists in Dubai could spend less time in traffic, vehicle owners could complete licensing transactions in under five minutes, and bus passengers could benefit from more reliable services under a new A»»»

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Arab Finance: Egypt-based automaker El Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company has started producing China's Dongfeng MAGE EV model as Egypt’s first locally produced electric vehicle (EV), with local components reaching 45%, according to a joint statement from the Ministry of Industry and the Ministr»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

Dakar: Olympic Council of Asia President H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani inaugurated the BAL4HER basketball court in Guidiaoué, Senegal, marking the launch of the initiative’s first facility in Africa. The project aims to create an inclusive sporting space where young men and women can come tog»»»

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: 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»»»

Doha, Qatar: Community College of Qatar (CCQ) presented the latest developments in its digital transformation at a press briefing with Manager of Public Relations and Institutional Communication Omer Alyafey, and Manager of Admission and Registration Maryam Al Sahlawi. Alyafey announced that regist»»»

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 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: 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 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 »»»

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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

Rain-bearing clouds could form in eastern and northern areas as gusts reach 50 km/h today Abu Dhabi: The UAE could see rainfall in eastern and northern areas on Sunday, November 1, as convective clouds develop, while strong winds may stir up dust and fog is expected in some areas overnight and earl»»»

Share your Dubai Ride moments with Gulf News. Send us your photos, videos from the event Dubai Ride 2026 is set to get under way shortly, with thousands of cyclists expected to take to the streets as Sheikh Zayed Road swaps cars for bicycles during the this year's edition of the popular community e»»»

New study challenges century-old theory that comets delivered life’s building blocks Dubai: For more than a century, scientists have explored the possibility that life on Earth began with chemical ingredients delivered by comets from outer space. But a new study suggests those icy visitors may have»»»

Washington, United States: Dispensing misleading voter information, misidentifying candidates, and regurgitating Russian propaganda, AI chatbots are sowing information chaos ahead of the US midterm elections, researchers say. The November 3 vote marks the first federal election in which millions of»»»

MANAMA: Syria considers the security and stability of Gulf states an integral part of its own national security and will not remain on the sidelines in the face of aggression against its neighbors, Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani said on Saturday. In an interview with Asharq News on the s»»»

Share: Her newest sculpture, honoring Mamie “Peanut” Johnson, brings beauty, history and a powerful story of human achievement to a transformed Washington intersection. By: Ya Libnan A city’s beauty comes from more than its architecture, parks and grand avenues. It also comes from the stories it ch»»»

Iran welcomes US shift as mediators intensify efforts to avert renewed strikes Dubai: After a week dominated by warnings of imminent US-Israeli strikes on Iran, Tehran has signalled an unexpected shift in the diplomatic atmosphere, acknowledging a major change in Washington’s approach as intensive »»»

Aviation enthusiast Arun Rajagopal recreates the experience of flying in his living room The welcome begins with a scented towel, personally handed over by the host. Soft airline boarding music plays in the background. Plush leather seats, aircraft-style windows, an entertainment screen and careful»»»

NEW YORK: The theft of billions of dollars from Binance within a matter of minutes, the biggest crypto heist in history, was orchestrated by North Korean hackers, the FBI said Saturday. The bureau said in a statement that this week’s attack was tied to “malicious cyber activity” by an entity known »»»

Tribune News Network Lusail 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 on Saturday. Al Attiyah headed into the final day aiming»»»

When people hear the term “sustainability,” the immediate association is often environmental conservation. But for four Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) students, an international summer learning experience led to abroader and far more human-centred definition. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundatio»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatari short film SANAD, directed by Noor Al-Nasr, has achieved international recognition with 25 awards celebrating its direction, screenplay, and storytelling across 50 international film festivals. Notable achievements include Best Short Film at the London Independent F»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Under the patronage of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Qatar Cancer Society, H.E. Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabor Al Thani, and as part of the Pink October breast cancer awareness activities, the “Hour and Hour” Programme organised the fifth edition of the “Bridges o»»»

FRANKFURT/BERLIN: Hooded rioters looted stores in Frankfurt late on Saturday after tens of thousands of demonstrators ​took to the streets across Germany’s biggest cities to demand better education and lower living costs. The protests followed a wave of Gen Z-led demonstrations across Europe this y»»»

CHERNIHIV REGION, Ukraine: Residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian-held territory Saturday in a major evacuation operation carried out under the most significant truce since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine 4½ years ago. Evacuees wrapped in blue and yellow Ukrainian flag»»»