Gulf & World
Dubai Schools Ban Unauthorized Student Photos
Dubai and Sharjah private schools implement strict new photography rules to protect student privacy and comply with UAE cybercrime laws.
13 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
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Gulf & World
UAE Recalls Contaminated Three-Ply Face Mask Batch
The Emirates Drug Establishment has issued a mandatory recall for a specific batch of three-ply face masks due to contamination concerns.
13 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Mandates 100% Saudization for 69 Admin Roles
Saudi Arabia has implemented 100% Saudization for 69 administrative roles. Expats in these positions may face non-renewal of work permits.
12 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman to Enforce Strict New Recruitment Rules for Expats
Oman's Ministry of Labour introduces strict new recruitment rules for non-Omani workers to protect rights and ensure transparency.
12 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Mandates 2-Year Domestic Worker Guarantee from 2027
Oman introduces a two-year service guarantee for domestic worker recruitment, featuring strict refund policies and enhanced worker protections.
11 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strike on Riyadh Airport Kills 12, Injures 309
A ballistic missile strike at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has killed 12 people and injured over 300, causing massive flight disruptions.
11 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Residents Slam Unexplained Utility Bill Hikes
Residents in southern Bahrain report massive inconsistencies in electricity, water, and sewerage bills, demanding transparency from authorities.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Tightens Dog Ownership Rules: Muzzles and Licenses Mandatory
Kuwait introduces strict new dog ownership regulations, including mandatory licensing, muzzles in public, and heavy fines for violators.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strikes Kill 3 in Riyadh; Saudi Retaliates
Houthi missile strikes on Riyadh's King Khalid Airport leave three dead and cause massive flight cancellations. Saudi coalition retaliates with 136 strikes.
10 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Gulf Security Crisis: Saudi Strikes Houthis, Iran Hits Tanker
Tensions escalate as Saudi forces strike Houthi targets and Iran hits an LPG tanker, causing shipping to plummet and fuel prices to rise.
10 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Cuts Power in Bachelor Housing Crackdown
Kuwait Municipality disconnects electricity to four properties in the Capital Governorate for violating bachelor housing regulations.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Flydubai Co-Pilot Confesses to 9/11-Style Terror Plot
A Flydubai co-pilot confessed to attempting a 9/11-style suicide attack on a flight to Tel Aviv, which was thwarted by the crew and passengers.
10 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Launches Online Work Permit Service for 9 Professions
Oman's Ministry of Labour has launched a new digital service for special work permits, covering nine professions to streamline hiring for expats.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Qatar to Auction Impounded Vehicles via Sooum App
Qatar's General Directorate of Traffic announces a 24-hour online auction for impounded vehicles via the Sooum app. Check inspection details here.
9 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strikes on Riyadh Airport Kill Three, Disrupt Gulf Flights
Houthi missile strikes on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport have killed three people and caused massive flight cancellations across the Gulf.
9 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Salalah: 14-Day Deadline to Clear Illegal Animal Sheds
Dhofar Municipality has ordered the removal of unauthorized animal sheds in Salalah's Awqad Industrial Area within 14 days.
9 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Illegal Food Kitchens Shut Down in Kuwait's Al-Ahmadi
Kuwaiti authorities have shuttered three illegal food kitchens in Al-Ahmadi and uncovered dozens of commercial violations in recent inspections.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Court Acquits Expat in 23,000 Dinar Fraud Case
A Kuwaiti appeals court has overturned a prison sentence for an expatriate accused of a 23,000 Dinar restaurant and residency fraud scheme.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strikes Hit Saudi Airports, Killing Three
Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi airports kill three and wound dozens, causing major flight cancellations and rising fuel prices across the region.
8 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Gulf Regional Conflict Escalates Amid Airport and Tanker Attacks
Houthi strikes on Saudi airports and tanker attacks in the Gulf trigger oil price surges and flight cancellations across the region.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain: 547 Deported as LMRA Ramps Up Inspections
Bahrain's LMRA ramped up inspections in September 2026, leading to 547 deportations and 67 arrests for residency and labor law violations.
8 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Cuts Power to Bachelor Residences in Doha and Sulaibikhat
Kuwait Municipality disconnected electricity at four bachelor residences in Doha and Sulaibikhat to enforce residential housing laws.
8 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Raid: 15 Workers Arrested, Illegal Shops Shut
Security agencies in Kuwait arrested 15 foreign workers and shut down several illegal businesses during a major raid in Farwaniya.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Rafha Municipality Closes 10 Businesses in September Crackdown
Rafha Municipality conducted 1,271 inspections in September, leading to 10 business closures and 22 citations to ensure local compliance.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh