Blog - Gulf News

February 8, 2026

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Jan

UAE records key gains in energy, infrastructure, housing in 2025

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The United Arab Emirates reported significant growth across its energy, infrastructure, maritime transport, housing and digital transformation sectors in 2025, underscoring its ability to pair long-term planning with execution on the ground. The achievements reflect a government approach built on innovation, operational efficiency and improving quality of life, demonstrating the ability to translate national strategies […]

17
Jan

With Exceptional Leadership, Saudi German Health Opens 2026 by Shaping the Future of Healthcare in the UAE

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Influential healthcare leadership unites to launch a new year of transformation, collaboration, and human-centred care Dubai – 16 January 2026 Saudi German Health opened 2026 with a strong statement of leadership by hosting the Multidimensional Community Health Conference in Dubai, reaffirming its role in shaping the future of healthcare across the United Arab Emirates. Held […]

17
Jan

Industry Ministry, WEF Partner on Global Minerals

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The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources and the World Economic Forum announced a cooperation agreement signed on the sidelines of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Riyadh. The signing took place in the presence of Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef, FMF Chief Executive Ali Al-Mutairi, and World Economic Forum Executive Committee […]

17
Jan

Hollywood, Bollywood and Arab stars shine

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If you thought red carpets were dramatic, wait until Hollywood, Bollywood, and Arab superstars collide on Riyadh’s lavender carpet tonight. The 6th Joy Awards is here, and Gulf News Manjusha Radhakrishnan will be there, front-row, keeping tabs on celebrity arrivals, jaw-dropping gowns, and every headline-making moment before it even hits your feed. Held under the Riyadh Season […]

16
Jan

Single visa to reshape Gulf travel and security

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The forthcoming Unified GCC Tourist Visa represents one of the most concrete steps yet toward functional regional integration in the Gulf. While often compared to Europe’s Schengen system, the initiative is best understood as a targeted response to a long-standing structural problem: bureaucratic fragmentation that discourages multi-country travel in a region that increasingly markets itself […]

16
Jan

Ancient cheetah mummies discovered in Saudi Arabia

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Scientists have uncovered the mummified remains of cheetahs from caves in northern Saudi Arabia. The remains range from 130 years old to over 1,800 years old. Researchers excavated seven mummies along with the bones of 54 other cheetahs from a site near the city of Arar. Mummification prevents decay by preserving dead bodies. Egypt’s mummies […]

16
Jan

Cancer rates in young women 82% higher than men

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Cancer rates for young women are sharply rising, with women under 50 more likely to develop cancer than their male counterparts — by 82%. The rate of cancer for young women “has increased from 51% higher than men in 2002 to 82% higher in 2021,” according to a report issued by the American Cancer Society. Driving these […]

15
Jan

Keto diet linked to higher liver cancer risk

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Eating a high-fat, low-carb diet could raise the risk of developing liver cancer within just twenty years, concerning new research has suggested. Referred to as a ‘keto diet’, devotees claim that it can aid rapid weight loss without feelings of hunger—but experts now say fatty diets can fundamentally alter liver cells, increasing the risk of cancer. US scientists found […]

15
Jan

Rain across Saudi Arabia through January 20

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Saudi Arabia is expected to see rainfall across several regions over the coming week, with conditions continuing through Tuesday, January 20, according to the National Centre for Meteorology (NCM). The forecast, based on outputs from the Saudi numerical weather model, was accompanied by an animated map illustrating the projected movement and intensity of rainfall across […]

15
Jan

Sadio Mane powers Senegal into final

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Seven-time champions Egypt saw their Africa Cup of Nations campaign come to an end as Sadio Mane powered Senegal to a hard-fought win in their semi-final on Wednesday. Al Nassr star Mane scored in the 78th minute of a tense clash in Tangiers. Mohamed Salah has been in fine form this campaign netting four goals but […]

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UAE records key gains in energy, infrastructure, housing in 2025

With Exceptional Leadership, Saudi German Health Opens 2026 by Shaping the Future of Healthcare in the UAE

Industry Ministry, WEF Partner on Global Minerals

Hollywood, Bollywood and Arab stars shine

Single visa to reshape Gulf travel and security

Ancient cheetah mummies discovered in Saudi Arabia

Cancer rates in young women 82% higher than men

Keto diet linked to higher liver cancer risk

Rain across Saudi Arabia through January 20

Sadio Mane powers Senegal into final

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