Gulf & World
Dammam Shuts 12 Restaurants and 361 Illegal Stalls
Saudi authorities in Dammam closed 12 restaurants and removed 361 illegal stalls during a major crackdown on health and labor violations.
5 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
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Gulf & World
Indian Captain Saves flydubai Flight After Mid-Air Attack
Captain Smit Machchhar heroically defended flydubai flight FZ1073 after an attempted mid-air takeover by an extremist co-pilot.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Fire Force Shuts 34 Industrial Buildings in Farwaniya
The Kuwait Fire Force has closed 34 industrial buildings in Farwaniya following inspections aimed at enforcing fire safety regulations.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi-Led Coalition Launches Massive 'Fajr Al-Yemen' Operation
A massive Saudi-led military operation against Houthi targets has begun, impacting regional security and driving up UAE fuel prices.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Al Wakrah Shuts Down Three Food Outlets Over Health Risks
Al Wakrah Municipality has ordered the closure of three food establishments, including a supermarket and bakery, due to unhygienic conditions and expired food.
5 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Middle East Tensions Surge: Yemen War and Hormuz Blockade
Escalating conflict in Yemen and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices up and threaten regional stability.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Flydubai Co-Pilot Confessed to 9/11-Style Terror Plot
An Omani co-pilot confessed to planning a suicide attack on a Flydubai flight. All 182 passengers and crew survived after a heroic intervention.
5 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Asian Expat Caught Burying 48 Liquor Bottles in Kuwait Desert
An Asian expatriate was caught in Kuwait with 48 bottles of illegal liquor buried in the desert near Mina Abdullah during a police patrol.
5 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
61 Arrested in Massive Kuwait Al-Rai Friday Market Raid
Kuwaiti security forces arrested 61 people during a major raid at Al-Rai Friday Market, citing residency and labor law violations.
5 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Hero Pilot Smit Machchhar Recovering After Cockpit Terror Attack
Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar is recovering after surviving a cockpit attack on a Flydubai flight. Read about his heroic actions.
5 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Gulf Tension: Aramco Strike Claimed as Yemen Launches Major Offensive
Tensions surge in the Gulf as Houthis claim an Aramco strike and Yemen launches a major offensive. Maritime security and oil prices are impacted.
5 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
5 Indian Sailors Rescued After Tanker Missile Strike
Five Indian sailors have been safely rescued after the Kuwaiti tanker MT Kazimah III was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Strait of Hormuz Closure Sends UAE Fuel Prices Soaring
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and escalating regional conflicts have led to a significant spike in UAE fuel prices and aviation disruptions.
5 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Sharjah Cracks Down on Illegal Bachelor and Shared Housing
Sharjah launches a joint committee to crack down on illegal bachelor housing, partitioned flats, and unauthorized labor camps across the emirate.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait: 631 Civil ID Addresses Cancelled; 30-Day Deadline Set
PACI has cancelled 631 civil ID addresses in Kuwait. Residents must register new addresses within 30 days to avoid fines and service disruptions.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Crackdown: Illegal Workers Caught in Marine Inspections
Bahraini authorities conducted joint inspections at Sa'ada Waterfront and Bahrain Bay to identify illegal workers and ensure marine safety.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Flydubai Pilot Terror Plot Under Investigation
Investigators probe an alleged attempt by an Omani co-pilot to crash a flydubai jet into Tel Aviv, injuring the Indian captain.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Qatar Mandates Three New Docs for Family Visas
Qatar has updated its family residence visa requirements for private-sector employees. Discover the mandatory documents and salary thresholds.
5 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Muscat Worker Housing Review Targets Residential Areas
The Muscat Municipal Council is reviewing worker accommodation rules in residential zones to address noise and health concerns.
5 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Bahrain Permits Expats to Work for Second Employer
Bahrain's LMRA introduces new rules allowing expats to work for a second employer for up to three months under specific conditions.
5 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthis Claim Saudi Aramco Attack as Yemen Launches Offensive
Houthi rebels claim missile strikes on Saudi Aramco as Yemen launches a massive campaign to retake territory and tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz.
4 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
30,000 Kuwait Expats Face Daily Fines Over Residency Error
Over 30,000 expats in Kuwait face daily fines after a misunderstanding regarding automatic residency extensions. Learn the fine rates and how to avoid them.
4 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Money & Banking
RAK Tenants: 5% Rental Fee Now Split Into Monthly Utility Bills
Ras Al Khaimah tenants can now pay the 5% annual rental attestation fee in 12 monthly installments through their Etihad WE utility bills.
4 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
New 10,202sqm Park Underway in Al Maabela Phase 2
Muscat Municipality is building a 10,202 sqm park in Al Maabela Phase 2, featuring sports facilities and green spaces for residents.
4 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh