Month: May 2026

Maria Kovalchuk needed 10 operations after being beaten and left for dead in the UAE

The Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai showcases the advanced industrial system of the emirate that meets future needs within the “Dubai Pavilion” during its participation in the fifth edition of the exhibition…

Iran conveys new proposal to US to break deadlock over peace talks

Court extends activists’ detention by two days for further interrogation, rights group tells Al Jazeera.

The departing Fed chair didn’t want to remain on the board. He concluded he had no choice. | World News

The May 7-8 trip comes hot on the heels of Trump’s criticism of the pope and the Italian leader.

The deal is a first step in a $119 billion plan to bolster Israel’s military

Warning covers more than 10 villages and towns, including several in Nabatieh district that lie north of Litani River.

The UN chief noted that while it is often said that in war, “truth is the first casualty,” the reality is frequently more grim. | World News

Senior perfumer Julia Rodríguez reveals how she would bottle Dubai’s identity in scent, blending oud, incense and modern fruity notes as Middle Eastern perfumery reshapes global fragrance trends

The Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai showcases the advanced and evolving industrial system of the Emirate…

In Dubai, history is being written in the language of the future, where there is no place for the word impossible in its urban dictionary…

The main theater at Dubai Opera hosts the epic musical play ‘Rumi’, which lands…

Dubai Customs continued its journey of excellence in innovating services by obtaining three international accreditations…

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Dubai Police search and rescue teams complete 1,844 missions in Q1 2026, boosted by enhanced readiness and AI-driven training for faster emergency response across the emirate

Launch set for September 2029

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Dubai showcases its future-ready advanced manufacturing ecosystem at Make it in the Emirates 2026, highlighting D33 goals, investor opportunities, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and global export connectivity through the Dubai Pavilion at ADNEC Abu Dhabi

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Expect hotter days and longer hours of sunshine in the UAE this May, with temperatures gradually increasing as part of the spring-to-summer transition.

The warning came after Iran’s Tasnim and Fars news agencies reported that Tehran had sent a 14-point proposal to mediator Pakistan. | World News

President William Lai Ching-te says he met King Mswati III and signed trade agreements.

Pakistan’s economy faces a grim future with inflation expected to stay high. Soaring oil prices and regional conflict are straining the nation’s finances. Analysts predict economic growth will slow significantly. The country’s stock market is already among the world’s worst performers. Imports are a major concern, potentially widening the current account deficit and depleting foreign reserves.

Iran has demanded lifting of sanctions, release of frozen Iranian assets, and compensation for damages. | World News

Germany’s defense minister has said Europe needs to take more responsibility for its own security. Top Republicans warn reducing troop numbers sends the “wrong signal” to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

“We’re going to cut way down,” Trump told reporters in Florida, escalating a dispute with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

The man was also charged with two other offences and is to appear in court in Darwin on Tuesday, police said.

Hundreds of firefighters and more than 1,000 military personnel had battled the blazes since late April, as they burned around 1,600 hectares. | World News

The Narges Mohammadi Foundation said the Nobel Prize laureate had two episodes of complete loss of consciousness and a severe cardiac crisis. | World News

Arrest of 39-year-old comes after Swiss company HiPP last month issued product recall over tainted baby food jars.

A cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz has reported an attack by multiple small craft, according to a British military monitor, and all crew members are safe.

A cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz has reported an attack by multiple small craft, according to the British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center. All crew members

As global fuel markets reel from the Middle East war, motorists in Nepal are increasingly turning to electric vehicles, with high demand putting a strain on dealerships.

Dubai launches the AED 20 billion Metro Blue Line: 30 km with 14 stations, serving one million people, cutting congestion by 20%, and set for 9-9-2029 as part of Dubai’s future-ready vision

Visitors can take part in ‘Families in Nature’, held as part of the UAE Year of the Family

Jad Anton: Attracting talents and adopting the culture of ‘open innovation lab’. Faisal Touqan: Accelerating…

Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated the tunnelling work on the Blue Line of the Dubai Metro. The line is 30km long, with 14.5km above ground.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched the primary tunnelling works…

The Dubai Police General Directorate of Transport and Rescue carried out 1844 missions during the first quarter of the current year…

Dubai Police handled 1,844 rescue missions in Q1 2026, showcasing rapid emergency response, advanced training and world-class public safety standards.

It’s not Greece or Italy but it almost could be. Here are 7 of the best restaurants in Dubai that will make you feel like you’re on holiday.

While food is basic and gastronomy unites, the fuel are the countless inter-generational agricultural clans the world over. Over in the UAE and thousands of…

A number of officials from publishing houses and book industry specialists have confirmed their readiness to participate in the thirty-fifth edition of the Doha International Book Fair, which will kick off on May 14 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. They pointed out that the event represents a leading cultural platform that reflects the development of the cultural scene in Qatar and enhances its presence as a regional knowledge hub. They explained that the fair is a key opportunity to showcase Qatari literature and culture to a wider audience.

In 2018, Sheikh Mohammed stated that Dubai will become an open-air gallery. Here’s how the goal was accomplished, and there’s more to come…

Dubai Metro Blue Line to open by September 9, 2029, with 14 stations over 30km, serving one million people and cutting traffic congestion by up to 20%.

Dubai RTA bus driver honoured for guiding a blind man across a busy road, highlighting Dubai’s culture of kindness and civic responsibility.

The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), affiliated with the Department of Municipalities and Transport, announced the addition of two new gates to the

Hamdan bin Mohammed shares a video on his Instagram account of a mother promising her child to take him to Dubai and comments…

Dubai Police warn against jaywalking after Al Khawaneej hit-and-run, as UAE’s updated 2025 traffic law may impose Dh10,000 fines or jail for crossing roads illegally on high-speed roads