Author: Gulf Times

ABU DHABI: The first plane carrying 15 injured children and their families from Gaza arrived in the UAE on Saturday, state news agency (WAM) reported. The flight was part of an initiative directed by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed to receive 1,000 Palestinian children with their families for treatment in UAE hospitals. Children with severe injuries and burns, as well as young cancer patients, were evacuated from Gaza through the Rafah crossing to get aboard a plane departing from Al-Arish International Airport in Egypt. Medical teams from UAE hospitals received the children after landing in Abu Dhabi. More…

Three oil tankers, newly sanctioned by Washington, regularly shipped Sokol crude from Russia’s Far East to Indian Oil, the country’s top refiner, in recent months, according to shiptracking data from LSEG, Kpler and trade sources. The US on Thursday imposed sanctions on maritime companies and vessels for shipping Russian oil sold above the Group of Seven’s price cap, as Washington seeks to close loopholes in the mechanism designed to punish Moscow for its war in Ukraine. The Liberian-flagged ships hit with sanctions are the Kazan, Ligovsky Prospect and NS Century, according to the Treasury Department. All three Aframax-sized tankers discharged…

LOS ANGELES: The untimely death of Matthew Perry, the beloved actor best known for his role in “Friends,” continues to raise questions as a former chief medical examiner speculates that the cause may be linked to an unknown drug. Perry, aged 54, was discovered unresponsive in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home on October 28, leading to widespread shock and grief. The official cause of death remains undetermined, although no foul play is suspected. While Perry was laid to rest at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park cemetery on November 3, the investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death…

LAS VEGAS, (Reuters): Carlos Sainz said he had paid the price for Formula One’s shortcomings after a loose drain cover wrecked his Ferrari and triggered a 10 place grid penalty at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Friday. Thursday’s first practice lasted only eight minutes before Sainz’s car hit the metal cover in a storm of sparks. The second session eventually started at 0230 local time on Friday after safety checks. Race stewards turned down the Italian team’s request for penalty-free repairs because they said they were obliged to apply the regulations as written. “The stewards note that if they had the authority to grant a derogation in what they consider in this case to…

  In the wake of ongoing reports highlighting Israeli actions against Palestinians, Pakistani actress Armeena Rana Khan expressed profound sorrow as she learned about premature babies being moved from incubators due to a power outage at a hospital in Gaza. At Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital, dozens of premature infants were relocated to an area with electricity after the incubator power supply was disrupted. Doctors worked diligently with basic medical care to sustain the babies’ lives. Armeena, emotionally affected as a mother of a premature child, shared her heartbreak on Instagram, stating, “That news about premature babies just wrecked me. My…

Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of the Dubai Council, Dubai Watch Week today commenced its sixth edition. The biennial event, which serves as the premier gathering for congruent industries such as horology, design, fashion and art will also enhance the appeal of horology to new audiences through a fascinating yet educative showcase. It also stands out in the Dubai Calendar as the leading non-commercial event in the horology industry. Held in partnership with Dubai Culture and the Department of…

  Aliens, gladiators, women on the run, and now Napoleon — Ridley Scott is a master of the modern screen epic.  – ‘Alien’ (1979) – Ridley Scott’s sci-fi horror was led by the tough-as-nails Sigourney Weaver playing Ellen Ripley who battles a terrifying break-out of aliens aboard a spaceship. One famed scene, in which an alien bursts from the chest of a crew member played by John Hurt, has since become movie legend. The space epic won an Oscar for best sound effects and inspired a string of sequels by star directors including James Cameron and David Fincher. ‘Blade Runner’…

  In a recent FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers clash, Saudi Arabia emerged victorious with a 4-0 win over Pakistan, but the Saudi team’s head coach, Roberto Mancini, acknowledged Pakistan’s impressive performance and progress in the post-match press conference. Mancini emphasized the challenging nature of football, stating, “In the world of football, there is no easy match, and the Pakistani national team performed well.” Despite succumbing to a 4-0 defeat, the Pakistani team showcased resilience, particularly in defense, until the 50th minute when they conceded a penalty. The Men in Green maintained their determination, holding their own against the fifth-best…

    The UAE has over the years introduced several initiatives and laws to make life and travel easier for people of determination. Dubai’s RTA, in particular, has provided services and special features to meet the needs of this section of society. According to the RTA, the requirements of people of determination “have always been” a part of the authority’s plans and services. Here are some of the services and features RTA provides: People of determination can travel for free on Dubai Metro and public buses using a personalised nol card. It can be purchased for Dh70 – Dh50 for…

  Controversial Pakistani TikTok sensation, Hareem Shah, has received an invitation to join the highly popular Indian reality show, “Bigg Boss Season 17.” The news came to light when Hareem posted a picture of herself on the social networking website X (formerly Twitter), donned in blue and white attire. Sharing the news about her potential participation in “Bigg Boss Season 17,” Hareem Shah sought the opinion of her followers, asking whether she should accept the offer and become a part of the show. Notably, Hareem Shah gained notoriety for leaking indecent videos of Pakistani politicians and other public figures in…