Month: April 2026

McIlroy retains Masters title and increases his chances in the race to Dubai – Agencies / Northern Irishman Rory McIlroy achieved an unprecedented accomplishment after retaining the title of the American “Masters” Championship in its 90th edition, held at Augusta National Golf Club.

Dubai court orders man to pay Dh968,000 for stealing and destroying assets at sister’s inherited farm after final criminal conviction is upheld

The defendant admitted to drug use, driving under the influence and possession

Sheikh Khaled and Premier Li Qiang deepen UAE-China strategic partnership in Beijing, signing key deals in energy, tech, trade and sustainable development.

Sharjah Ruler launches 100-volume book on universe and prophets, and unveils major leisure and heritage developments transforming Kalba into a tourism hub.

Abdullah bin Zayed and Ayman Safadi condemn Iranian attacks, discuss regional security, Gaza crisis and ways to strengthen UAE-Jordan ties

The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai has completed the second phase of the project to develop waiting areas at maritime transport stations, which included five stations: Sheikh Zayed Street, Al Fahidi, Bluewaters, Yas Island, and Al Seef. This comes as part of its continuous efforts to develop infrastructure and the maritime transport system, enhance the quality of maritime transportation services, and position Dubai as a leading global destination in the field of transportation. The second phase was implemented with designs inspired by the maritime heritage of the emirate, reflecting Dubai’s cultural identity and keeping pace with urban development requirements.

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi is leading high-profile delegation in Beijing

European Commission president said Hungarian election results gives governments “momentum” to change decision-making rules.

President Trump announced a blockade of Iranian ports after peace talks with Iran collapsed. And, Viktor Orbán concedes defeat after 16 years in power in Hungary.

Dozens of feral pachyderms linked to drug kingpin to be killed because of threat to native species and villagers

While the Kremlin said it respected the results of Sunday’s Hungarian elections that saw far-right populist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán defeated, other officials and pro-Kremlin figures said the outcome would “only accelerate the EU’s collapse.” Orbán had been one of Europe’s most Kremlin-friendly leaders during his 16 years in power, using Hungary’s veto to repeatedly delay decisions on aid to Ukraine and EU sanctions on Russia. He conceded defeat to center-right, pro-EU challenger Péter Magyar following a landslide vote in what observers call a setback for right-wing populism worldwide.

Discover how Dubai’s Alserkal Avenue transformed from industrial zone to a thriving arts hub, reflecting the city’s spirit of resilience and reinvention.

UAE weather forecast: Light rain, cloudy skies and rising humidity expected Tuesday, with rough seas in the Arabian Gulf and mild temperatures across major cities.

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Abu Dhabi Judiciary completes 8,886 civil marriage and will transactions in Q1 2026, highlighting rising demand for streamlined legal services and asset protection.

Emirates’ latest updates on flights to, from and via Dubai, including a new date-change policy for passengers planning to book

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Inspectors issue 223 corrective actions during audit of clinics

New initiative brings celebrities together to champion small businesses across the UAE

Q Mobility has announced the activation of paid parking in new sectors of the Musaffah area in Abu Dhabi, under the supervision of the Integrated Transport…

US President Donald Trump has criticised Pope Leo as

But there is also a chance the war is about to get worse | World News

President Donald Trump had signaled that other countries would help the U.S. in its blockade.

The West Asia crisis, observers believe, will also lead to a re-evaluation of the security partnership between the US and key states such as Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. | World News

Péter Magyar has called on Hungary’s president to convene parliament to form a new government quickly.

Magyar’s centre-right Tisza party has won a two-thirds majority in Hungary’s parliamentary elections.

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Dubai: Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), the governing body of Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), has launched a set of economic measures for its business comm

Gold prices in Dubai were a key focus on Monday, April 13, 2026. Geopolitical tensions and statements regarding the Strait of Hormuz influenced the global market. Rates for 22K gold hovered around AED 526-529 per gram across major jewellers. This information provides a snapshot of the gold market on that specific future date.

By Mishal Al Abbas, Emirates 24|7 Real estate transactions in Dubai at the start of the week amounted to AED4 billion, resulting from 1,147 deals, distributed a

DHCA introduces instalment-based licence renewals, fee waivers and leasing flexibility to ease financial pressure on healthcare companies in Dubai Healthcare City.

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The General Directorate of Traffic at Dubai Police arrested a driver involved in performing hazardous stunts on Marina Street. It was an act of reckless driving…

Sharjah Misdemeanor Court heard a case in which an Asian woman was accused of misappropriating lost property with the intent to possess it. The accused…

Abu Dhabi Labour Court of First Instance ordered a company to pay Dhs251,461 to an employee who had worked for it for more than 13 consecutive years but was…

Dubai: Gold hit a near one-week low on Monday as a stronger dollar and oil ‘s surge above $100 after the U.S. moved to blockade Iranian ports fuelled inflation

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Emirates Development Bank injects AED 20 million daily to support UAE businesses, boost liquidity across key sectors, protect supply chains and ensure continuity for SMEs and manufacturers

The Ministry of Education has denied the circulating claims about extending the “distance learning” period until May 1, 2026, confirming that such information i

Residents are ditching their phones to go on social strolls with strangers

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Phase II adopted design concepts inspired by the emirate’s maritime heritage

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed and Bahrain’s King Hamad discuss fraternal ties, regional security, Iranian aggression and cooperation on shared development goals.

Dubai’s RTA and Police launch ‘Drive like your mum is in the car’ campaign, using humour and maternal influence to tackle tailgating, distraction and sudden braking.

Oil tankers are steering clear of the ‌Strait of Hormuz ahead of a US blockade later on Monday following failed peace talks between ​the US ⁠and Iran over…

Over 300 Filipinos from Dubai, United Arab Emirates arrived on Monday afternoon at Villamor Airbase via a chartered flight, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said even as more are expected to arrive this week.

Dubai taps Slovenian national team coach Aleksander Sekulic to lead the squad as the new head coach