New Delhi: Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, died on Tuesday at AIIMS Delhi, marking the country’s first real-world implementation of the right to die with dignity, Indian media reports said. He was 31. Rana had been in a permanent vegetative state since 2013,»»»

A batch of medications intended for illegal trafficking from one neighboring country to another has been seized in Kadamdzhai district of Batken region, the Internal Affairs Department of the region reported. Among the confiscated items were nystatin, ceftriaxone, cefekon D, azithromycin, ampicilli»»»

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi travelled to Washington hoping to strengthen ties with the United States. The visit turned into a delicate balancing act amid US President Donald Trump's growing pressure on allies to help the US in the Iran war. Yuka Royer discusses the visit with James Schof»»»

The show must go on. It is an unprecedented moment in the UAE, as global tensions send ripples of uncertainty through everyday life. And yet, the wedding and events industry continues to move forward, finding ways to make room for joy. As Dubai-based bride-to-be Aamna puts it, “This is meant to be »»»

The Russian government does not resort to obscene language in contacts with other countries, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. The Financial Times reported last week that French President Emmanuel Macron’s advisers, Emmanuel Bonne and Bertrand Buchwalter, had secretly visited Moscow in Febr»»»

Sharjah: Developer Arada has awarded a Dh183 million contract to build a major new K-12 campus in Sharjah, marking the emirate’s first branch of a UK-based school and a significant addition to its growing education sector. The project, Reigate Grammar School Masaar, will be located within the Dh9.5»»»

The UAE rains have arrived, and with them, you can expect soaked shoes, waterlogged laptops, and commutes that turn into obstacle courses. To help you stay one step ahead of the downpour, we’ve rounded up 7 must-have travel and commuting essentials for 2026. We went through top-rated products, glow»»»

Dubai: Iran’s attempt to strike the US-UK military base on Diego Garcia — a remote island nearly 4,000km away — is raising new doubts over how far Tehran’s missiles can reach, and how widely it may be willing to strike. The move comes amid escalating rhetoric from Tehran. Iran’s top military spokes»»»

Seoul: South Korean megastars BTS reunited Saturday for their first show in nearly four years, blowing away enormous crowds in Seoul for a K-pop extravaganza livestreamed to millions more worldwide. Widely lauded as the biggest boy band in the world, BTS went on hiatus in 2022 so the seven members »»»

Seoul: K-pop megastars BTS released a new album Friday, as buzz built ahead of their open-air comeback concert in Seoul that will go ahead despite leader RM being advised to rest his injured ankle. The Saturday gig, expected to draw around 260,000 people, will be BTS's first after a hiatus of almos»»»

Happiness, and then some. Across the UAE, Eid Al Fitr is unfolding in moments both simple and celebratory, as families and friends come together to mark the occasion in their own ways. Dubai-based Anas can’t keep the joy out of his voice as he shares his plans. “There’s a lot of joy today,” he says»»»

Yao Ming's career with the Houston Rockets transformed basketball into a shared cultural space linking American and Chinese audiences through “hoop diplomacy.” File Photo by Lori Shepler/UPI | License Photo March 19 (UPI) -- As millions of Americans fill out brackets for March Madness, the annual N»»»

KARACHI: A powerful overnight storm accompanied by heavy rain and gale-force winds killed at least 19 people in Pakistan’s largest city, Karachi, and injured several others, as walls and roofs collapsed across multiple areas, according to officials and local media. Heavy rains and strong winds lash»»»

“There’s eight of us, and we’re a fun bunch,” says a cheerful Tazeen Jafri. She's excited, and for good reason. It's Eid: A time of family, love and joy. Eid can’t ever postponed, as Jafri and many others would agree. And this time, Jafri already knows exactly what’s in store: A table overflowing w»»»

The long-awaited return to the stage of K-pop sensation BTS is set to boost South Korea's tourism and consumer economy. Our regional correspondents report. But first: the war in Iran upends the spring travel season for airlines and passengers alike, and investors await the latest rate call from the»»»

1/9Festive Eid Al Fitr decorations light up streets and intersections across Al Ain, as the municipality enhances the city’s landscape with vibrant displays, creating a joyful atmosphere that reflects the spirit of celebration and community.WAM2/9Shoppers throng markets in Sharjah as families prepa»»»

BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Snezhanka»»»

Seoul: Second-hand BTS light sticks were selling for up to six times the original price ahead of the K-pop megagroup's huge comeback concert this weekend, an online reseller showed Wednesday. The world's biggest boy band reunites on Saturday for their first show in nearly four years, taking over ce»»»

Dubai: The first teaser trailer for Dune: Part Three has finally landed, and if you are a fan of the franchise, it is very much worth a watch. Director Denis Villeneuve's concluding chapter in the trilogy is shaping up to be everything fans have been waiting for, and the opening shots alone are eno»»»

1/11People wait in long queues to refill LPG cylinders outside a gas agency in Prayagraj. India has started sourcing LPG from multiple global channels, including the United States, to diversify supplies amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, the government said on Tuesday, adding that there is no '»»»

After a month of restraint, routine and reflection, Eid arrives with abundance. Tables fill up quickly, rich biryanis, syrup-soaked desserts, endless cups of tea, and so do plates. It’s a celebration, after all. But somewhere between the second helping and the post-meal slump, many find themselves »»»

The other day, an acquaintance repeatedly got my name wrong in a phone call. I didn’t register it, the first few times. I just hmmed as we continued to discussing a pitch. It only dawned after she suddenly apologised, “Have I been calling you by a different name all this time?” “I think so. But it’»»»

A group of teens in Tennessee are suing xAI for allowing Grok to undress them in their Instagram photos. File Phot by Fazry Ismail/EPA March 16 (UPI) -- A group of Tennessee teens and one adult sued Elon Musk's xAI on Monday for allowing it to undress them creating child pornography. The teens alle»»»

Michelle L.M. Wang, Chris Appelhans, and Maggie King celebrate after winning Best Animated Feature for "Kpop Demon Hunters" during the 98th annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo President Lee Jae Myung congratulated Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" o»»»

Devadasan K PChief Visual EditorDevadasan K P is the Chief Visual Editor at Gulf News, bringing more than 26 years of experience in photojournalism to the role. He leads the Visual desk with precision, speed, and a strong editorial instinct. Whether he’s selecting images of royalty, chasing the big»»»

It's Hollywood's biggest night. The 98th Academy Awards featured emotional speeches, comical relief and a bevy of backstage fun. While movie magic plays a role in the show itself (the ceremony, after all, is actually hosted at the Dolby Theatre in a shopping centre), there is a lot you don't see on»»»

March has been relentless. As tensions ripple across the Middle East, many people are struggling to pause or even catch their breath. But in a world that refuses to slow down, some communities are determinedly carving out their own moments of calm. In the neighbourhood of Jumeirah, a small evening »»»

The night of February 28-March 1, 2026, will be remembered by all those who followed the news in real time. At 1:15 AM EST, seated in the White House Situation Room, US President Donald Trump said, “Operation Epic Fury is approved. No aborts. Good luck.” Those nine words signaled the launch of the »»»

A Russian military court on March 12 handed down life sentences to four ​Tajik gunmen and 11 accomplices over the major March 2024 terrorist attack on Crocus City Hall entertainment venue in outer Moscow, in which 149 people perished. »»»

A Russian military court on March 12 handed down life sentences to four ​Tajik gunmen and 11 accomplices over the major March 2024 terrorist attack on Crocus City Hall entertainment venue in outer Moscow, in which 149 people perished. »»»

A Russian military court on March 12 handed down life sentences to four ​Tajik gunmen and 11 accomplices over the major March 2024 terrorist attack on Crocus City Hall entertainment venue in outer Moscow, in which 149 people perished. »»»

A Russian military court on March 12 handed down life sentences to four ​Tajik gunmen and 11 accomplices over the major March 2024 terrorist attack on Crocus City Hall entertainment venue in outer Moscow, in which 149 people perished. »»»

Hungarian lender K&H Group is deepening its push into integrated digital services and artificial intelligence (AI) as customers increasingly expect banking to match the speed and simplicity of major online platforms. D»»»

The United States is relocating parts of its advanced Terminal High-Altitude Area Defence (Thaad) missile defence system from South Korea to the Middle East, according to officials cited by The Washington Post and South Korean media. The reported move comes nearly two weeks into the escalating US-I»»»

We rarely articulate our love for home, not unless someone asks. Most of the time, the feeling resides in the background of our lives, built from years of routine and small, ordinary moments: Greeting the familiar faces at the grocery store, wandering through the neighbourhood park, stopping to pla»»»

A second week of intense fighting has unfolded across Iran, Israel and parts of the wider Middle East after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iranian targets. Images from the ground capture the human impact of the conflict — smoke rising above cities, damaged buildings, e»»»

We rarely articulate our love for home, not unless someone asks. Most of the time, the feeling resides in the background of our lives, built from years of routine and small, ordinary moments: Greeting the familiar faces at the grocery store, wandering through the neighbourhood park, stopping to pla»»»

In this photo taken Wednesday, police stand in front of a promotional video in central Seoul for the upcoming BTS live performance in Gwanghwamun Square. Photo by Yonhap Police vowed Friday to detain any suspects behind possible terror threats targeting K-pop juggernaut BTS' comeback concert set to»»»

Kazakhstan’s referendum on adopting a new constitution takes place this Sunday (March 15). Officials say the new document will help lead the Central Asian country into the future, but any constitutional referendum always triggers concerns that among the many changes proposed are some that benefit t»»»

An Oniks anti-ship cruise missile was launched from the multi-role nuclear-powered submarine Kazan in the Barents Sea, striking a sea target 300 km away. Ahead of the launch, Russia issued a warning to aviation and shipping that a missile would be fired sometime between 11 and 13 March. The restric»»»

1 of 4 | A suspect in the shooting attack on the Crocus City Hall concert venue sits inside a defendant's enclosure during a hearing on pretrial restrictions at Basmanny district court, in Moscow, Russia, on March 24, 2024. File Photo by Sergei Ilnitsky/EPA-EFE March 12 (UPI) -- Russia sentenced 15»»»

Nineteen people have been jailed over an attack which killed more than 100 people at a concert hall near Moscow, the deadliest mass shooting in Russia in two decades. A Russian military court handed life sentences to four gunmen and 11 accomplices. Four other defendants were given between 19 and 22»»»

Like many school systems facing teacher shortages, South Carolina’s Allendale County has looked overseas for help. A quarter of the teachers in the rural, high-poverty district come from other countries. The superintendent praises the international educators — mostly from Jamaica and the Philippine»»»

A little cooking here and there, or the joy of arts and crafts. Maybe a little tea party, with a sprinkling of imagination. Or, how about just having fun with shapes and making learning fun? The UAE parents sure know how to keep their children busy, and more importantly, happy. It has been a challe»»»

1/10Members of the National Guard distribute Iftar meals to travellers and commuters as part of the ‘Feed & Reap 2026’ campaign, organised in collaboration with the ‘Abshr Ya Watan’ volunteer team to promote compassion, solidarity and family values during Ramadan.WAM2/10Volunteers join Dubai Police»»»

A US Patriot air defence system has been deployed in Turkey’s Eastern Anatolian province of Malatya, the country’s defence ministry said on March 10. The announcement comes in the wake of two Iran war incidents in which missiles apparently heading for targets on Turkish territory were sho»»»

A US Patriot air defence system has been deployed in Turkey’s Eastern Anatolian province of Malatya, the country’s defence ministry said on March 10. The announcement comes in the wake of two Iran war incidents in which missiles apparently heading for targets on Turkish territory were sho»»»

A US Patriot air defence system has been deployed in Turkey’s Eastern Anatolian province of Malatya, the country’s defence ministry said on March 10. The announcement comes in the wake of two Iran war incidents in which missiles apparently heading for targets on Turkish territory were sho»»»

The number of foreign nationals residing in South Korea is nearly 1.7 million, government data showed Tuesday. In this February photo, foreigners pose with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Seoul. File Photo by Yonhap The number of foreign nationals residing in South Korea approached 1.7 mill»»»

She made the mistake of looking out of the window. It was pitch black. That might sound like the start of a horror film, and for Dubai-based Gita (name changed on request), it really was. “We were leaving an area of cold winds from what I understood. And the feeling of the plane suddenly shaking, t»»»