New Sharjah Police awareness video shows real CCTV footage of red-light violations, urging motorists to obey signals and avoid life-threatening crashes.
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The State Public Prosecution concludes the regional program specialized in CBRN crimes after a training course that lasted 5 months
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Abu Dhabi Police warn against parking vehicles on road shoulder
Abu Dhabi Police have affirmed that motorists parking on the shoulder of the road endanger their lives and the lives of other motorists. They stressed the…
Sharjah closes key interchange for Etihad Rail works
Temporary closure of Sharjah interchange near Grand Mosque for Etihad Rail project. E611 to Maliha Road exit shut, drivers advised to follow diversion signs.
Putin, Netanyahu get their countries barred from Venice Biennale top prizes
The exhibition’s jury said the move reflects a deliberate choice to take into account international legal proceedings.
Netanyahu says he was successfully treated for prostate cancer
Israeli prime minister says early-stage malignant tumour was discovered during a routine check-up
What the film says about Eagles first-round draft pick Makai Lemon
What does the newest Eagles wideout do well, and how does it fit in the new-look scheme?
Ryanair says to cut Berlin flights, blaming taxes
Budget airline Ryanair said Friday that it would reduce flights to and from Berlin starting in October and relocate aircraft based in the German capital, citing comparatively high costs and
Battle lines drawn over EU’s next big budget
EU leaders had their swords already drawn when they plunged into intense discussions Friday over the 27-country bloc’s next seven-year budget, with the usual frugal nations pushing to contain spending.
Pentagon email weighs suspending Spain from NATO over Iran war, source says
WASHINGTON >> An internal Pentagon email outlines options for the United States to punish NATO allies it believes failed to support U.S. operations in the war with Iran, including suspending Spain from the alliance and reviewing the U.S. position on Britain’s claim to the Falkland Islands, a U.S. official told Reuters.
29 leaders gathered in Cyprus. As usual, the summit was about one who didn’t.
The EU came to Cyprus to talk about its future — and found itself once again reckoning with Donald Trump’s world.
Trump Justice Dept adds firing squads for federal executions
The Trump Justice Department said Friday it is seeking to expand the use of the death penalty in federal capital cases and add the firing squad, electrocution and gas to
Prisoner exchange brings home 193 Ukrainians
There has been another prisoner exchange that has brought home 193 Ukrainian prisoners from Russian captivity. Two of the freed prisoners have birthdays today.
Spain responds to reported US plans to punish NATO allies
An internal Pentagon email reportedly proposes a series of options to punish NATO allies for failing to provide support in the Iran war. Suspending Spain from the alliance was just one possibility it considered.
Settlers and horses survive Russian drones, contamination
A radiation survivor and expert, an elderly returnee, and a wildlife researcher paint a picture of life 40 years after the worst nuclear disaster.
Airliner safety warning, drought in Somalia, solar boosts farming in Ethiopia
The head of the UN’s civil aviation agency, ICAO, has called for immediate global action to protect commercial flights from escalating military threats, including missiles, drones, and GPS signal jamming.
Elderly married couple killed in Russian attack on Ukrainian city
A Russian drone attack overnight on Odesa, Ukraine killed an elderly married couple and wounded more than a dozen others, Ukrainian officials said on Friday.
Iran delegation heading to Pakistan as cease-fire talks with US hang in balance
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will lead a “small delegation” to Islamabad, which is set to arrive around 10 p.m. local time, an Iranian source said.
Ball is in Iran’s court to make good deal, laying mines is ceasefire breach: Hegseth
Read Khaleej Times to stay informed of all the latest developments related to the US-Israel-Iran war and the related ceasefires in effect.
UAE court fines couple for mutual assault, suspends sentence to preserve marriage
UAE court convicts couple of mutual assault, imposes Dh3,000 fines but suspends sentence for three years to help preserve their marriage.
Russia and Ukraine exchange 386 prisoners after UAE mediation
Each side frees 193 captives in latest agreement brokered by the Emirates
FIFA World Cup 2026 final tickets listed on resale site for more than $2 million
FIFA World Cup 2026 final tickets on FIFA resale site reach nearly $2.3 million each as fees, listings and official prices reveal soaring demand for the MetLife Stadium match
Canceling a fictitious stock contract for a company and requiring it to return 165 thousand
The Civil Court in Dubai ruled to cancel a partnership and share subscription contract in a company that announced its capital is 500…
‘In the UAE, in Dubai, I don’t care if you are a gazelle or a lion – when you wake up, you better start running’: Sheikh Mohammed
Revisit Sheikh Mohammed’s “gazelle or lion” quote as Mohammed Al Gergawi shares a powerful video on ambition, resilience, and staying ahead in Dubai and the UAE
President congratulates new members of Abu Dhabi Executive Council
New members of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council were sworn in before UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan in the presence of Sheikh…
Saeed Al Tayer to Al-Watan: Dubai is moving towards global leadership in energy sustainability and smart transformation
Dubai – Mohammed Hajras Minister Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, confirmed that the Emirate is racing against time to transform the leadership’s visions…
Sheikh Hamdan pays his camel Emaar a visit
Dubai: A heartwarming video shared by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister o
Dubai Police cracks down on dangerous road stunts
Dubai Police impounded around 10 motorcycles and filed cases against riders accused of dangerous stunts on public roads.
UAE mediates Russia–Ukraine swap freeing 386 prisoners
Russia and Ukraine free 386 prisoners in a UAE-brokered swap, as Abu Dhabi’s mediation role grows with 22 exchanges and thousands released since the war began.
Dubai Customs launches the mechanism for signing customs data via the “digital identity”
Dubai Customs, in cooperation with Dubai Chamber, has announced the implementation of a new mechanism for signing transactions…
Members of the new Executive Council of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi take the oath before the President of the Emirates
Friday, April 24, 2026, at 11:55 by ARN News team Abu Dhabi bureau The new members of the Executive Council for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi took the oath before His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the State, at a ceremony held today, Friday. The ceremony was also attended by His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Council […]
Trump dispatches Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for new talks with Iran’s foreign minister
President Donald Trump is sending his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to meet with Iran’s foreign minister as officials in the South Asian nation push to revive ceasefire talks.
US launches sweeping crackdown on Southeast Asia cyberscams and sanctions Cambodian senator
U.S. officials have announced a major crackdown on Southeast Asian cyberscam operations controlled by Chinese transnational organized crime.
US considers suspending Spain from NATO, reported internal email suggests
Pentagon email obtained by Reuters reveals US anger at Spain and the UK as Iran war tensions persist.
Iran demands US lift blockade before resuming talks
Iran demands US lift blockade before resuming talks – Nation and World News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald
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Israel, Lebanon extend cease-fire as Trump seeks ‘best deal’ with Iran
Israel and Lebanon extended their cease-fire for three weeks at a meeting at the White House brokered by President Trump, who said he was prepared to wait for “the best deal” to end his conflict with Iran.
China’s top AI players
China’s artificial intelligence boom is in full swing, with the release of a new large language model (LLM) by top startup DeepSeek on Friday highlighting the country’s rapid progress despite
The Priceless Treasures Fueling Sudan’s Bitter Civil War
Rebel fighters are targeting the country’s rich cultural history and selling valuable artifacts to the highest bidder in the illicit international art market. | World News
Middle East crisis to keep LNG markets ‘tight’ till 2027
Global LNG markets face tightness until 2027. Middle East conflict disrupts supply and delays new capacity. Shipping disruptions have removed nearly 20% of global LNG supply, causing price spikes. Europe’s gas consumption fell. Asian countries are switching fuels. Delays in Qatar’s infrastructure will create a supply shortfall.
The mystery deaths, disappearance of US nuclear scientists that has sparked FBI scrutiny
The mysterious cases of US nuclear scientists vary widely. Some involve unsolved homicides; others are missing persons cases with no clear signs of foul play. | World News
Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister
U.S. President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan on Saturday to continue talks with Iran.
China’s DeepSeek releases long-awaited new AI model
Chinese startup DeepSeek released a new artificial intelligence model with “drastically reduced” costs Friday, more than a year after it stunned the world with a low-cost reasoning model that matched
Mideast war drives up condom, rubber glove prices
Prices of rubber products have shot up due to supply chain disruptions stemming from the Middle East war, the world’s largest condom maker and a leading glove manufacturer, both based
Oil extends gains, stocks sink as peace talk hopes fade
Oil prices extended gains Friday and stocks struggled as investors worried about a lack of progress in ending the Middle East crisis, with Tehran keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed
Pakistan clears $3.45 bn UAE debt, says central bank
The UAE had asked for the immediate return of the funds in the wake of the recent situation in West Asia following the US-Israel war on Iran. | World News
Petty Trump’s Plot to Punish Allies Who Snubbed Him Leaks
The president wants revenge on allies who refused to join the war he started.
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Testy Trump, 79, Loses It at Key Ally for Not Speaking Nicely to Him
The president threw another tantrum at a leader who has refused to back his war in Iran.
Pentagon email floats ‘punishing’ NATO allies, suspending Spain
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez responded to the reports, saying that “we [Spain] do not work off of emails, we work from official documents and positions.”








