Month: April 2026

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed receives Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar to boost strategic partnership, trade and regional security cooperation.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled begins state visit to China to boost UAE-China ties, deepen strategic partnership and expand economic cooperation.

UAE launches first national programme to train surgeons in emergency and disaster management, boosting healthcare readiness and rapid crisis response nationwide.

British Airways reduces its flights to the Middle East, cutting off major routes like Jeddah and Dubai, disrupting corporate travel plans across the Gulf region. Source Link

Abu Dhabi Police warn against unauthorised celebratory parades, urging permits, legal compliance and public cooperation to protect lives, property and traffic flow.

Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) issued a decision administratively shutting down Best and Gold Baith Karak Cafeteria in Khalifa City…

Golicmatsch took over coaching the team in the summer of 2024, where he made a significant contribution in the club’s first two seasons.

Vance added that he was also in constant consultations with Pete Hegseth, Marco Rubio, Scott Bessent, and Admiral Brad Cooper. | World News

FILE – Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference held at Trump Tower, Sept., 6, 2024 in New York. (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah, File)

Kyiv reported 2,299 ceasefire violations, while Moscow accused Ukraine of breaching the ceasefire 1,971 times by early Sunday.

Danhao Wang died on March 20 after reportedly falling from a campus building. | World News

Hungary sees end of Orban’s 16-year reign and his self-styled model of “illiberal democracy”. Trump had endorsed this as a MAGA blueprint. | World News

Entering this weekend’s high-stakes talks in Pakistan, US officials identified a number of key areas where they would need to see progress in order to declare success.

Israel’s far-right security minister storms mosque compound with protection, drawing condemnation from Palestinians.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Israel of consequences.  | World News

The two sides turned up to test one another’s resolve. It was probably unrealistic to expect a dispute that has taken up years of discussion to be settled in one marathon session

US has not confirmed u-turn upon a “30-minute warning”, and in fact claimed that 2 of its warships carried out mine-clearing operation in the waterway. | World News

Polls opened at 6am across the country, and will close 7pm local time. So far, all figures point to a record turnout.

Officials said many killed at popular tourist site were young, with more people reported injured or missing

Muhoozi Kainerugaba accused Turkey of profiting from infra and port deals in Somalia while Ugandan troops have spent two decades fighting Al-Shabab militants. | World News

Growing questions about Dubai’s future after tensions related to the Iran war, amid fears and interpretations regarding investment and security in the region.

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Kuwait adds 25 new names to its terror list, raising the total to 219, with assets frozen and financial dealings banned under UN counter-terror rules.

Temporary arrangements in ‘host homes’ possible for up to eight children under supervision of nursery staff and strict KHDA guidelines

Municipality project in1,600 hectares will improve infrastructure for industrial areas and nearby communities between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road

The best brunches in Dubai for 2026, featuring lazy Sunday brunches by the ocean and gourmet Saturday spreads

President Donald Trump on Sunday ordered a US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz in response to Iran’s

U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks end without deal as both blame each other, with Pakistan offering to mediate new dialogue amid nuclear dispute and looming April 22 deadline

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Dubai heirs seek Dh8.6m refund over undelivered limited-edition Aston Martin as civil court sends rare luxury car dispute to inheritance court

The council emphasised the need to increase salaries for teachers in the public sector

In a rare interview, a wounded Hezbollah commander tells NPR about his secretive Shia Muslim militia’s new command structure and how it has managed to keep firing rockets into northern Israel.

Hungary’s opposition Tisza party could win Sunday’s national election, two surveys showed, delivering a landmark defeat to veteran Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Iran ceasefire talks expose limits of Trump’s war strategy, with analysts warning of regional instability, nuclear risks and weakened US influence. | World News

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Vitol, one of the world’s largest commodity-trading firms, has been among the companies hardest hit by the war in Iran. | World News

Election in Hungary represents challenge to Orban’s 16-year reign and self-styled model of “illiberal democracy”. Trump has endorsed this as a MAGA blueprint. | World News

Haitians are struggling with rising oil prices due to the conflict in Iran.

Prime Minister Viktor Orban has carved ‌out a model of an “illiberal democracy” seen as a blueprint by populist movements.

Trump had earlier struck a defiant tone, saying it “makes no difference” whether a deal is reached and claiming the US would “win regardless”.

Pakistan deputy PM Ishaq Dar said, ‘I, along with the Defence Forces Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Sim Munir, helped mediate several rounds negotiations.’ | World News

Authorities used force to reopen the country’s only refinery, after days of disruption over petrol prices left fuel pumps dry and threatened emergency services operations.

Asha Bhosle in Dubai: intimate memories of a music icon who embraced hard work, simple discipline and joy, even as she reflected on life and mortality.

AFP discovered Rory McIlroy once again on Saturday that there is nothing safe in the Masters tournament as the defending champion’s advantage disappeared with six shots between day and night in the Georgia heat, sharing Cameron Young his share of the lead by an 11-point margin after the third round. McIlroy started slowly before enduring a painful passage through Amen Corner […]

Dinosaurs The Immersive Odyssey: New experience has stomped its way to Dubai Festival City, inviting you to step into the world of dinosaurs

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Asha Bhosle’s Dubai restaurant shuts its doors in an immediate tribute after the legendary singer’s death at 92, as fans look to Mumbai for last rites and a final public farewell

This relentless disease spares no child. It arrives unannounced, silently invading, and turning carefree childhoods into relentless battles against pain and…

‘Our Life in the UAE’ forum draws 31 million views in two days, showcasing national pride, tolerance and coexistence through influencers and podcasters.

Doha: Qatar ‘s Ministry of Transport (MoT) announced the full return of maritime navigation for all types of maritime vessels and ships, as of Sunday, April 12,