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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.”
Sánchez dismisses US notion of suspending Spain from NATO
A leaked Pentagon email floats retaliatory measures against “difficult” alliance members who have failed to support the American-Israeli war in Iran.
Is this what war looks like now?
Before the war on Gaza, the seed of Israel’s strategy of wholesale destruction was planted in a 2006 war on Lebanon. Today, the playbook repeats itself
What’s happening on day 56 after Trump extended ceasefire?
The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire is extended by three weeks after White House talks with Israeli and Lebanese envoys.
Iran’s top diplomat set to travel to Pakistan, raising hope for renewed talks to end war
Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency has confirmed that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is heading to Pakistan for talks and will also stop in Oman and Russia.
Top Iran diplomat traveling to Pakistan for talks on ceasefire with US
Iran’s top diplomat is heading to Pakistan to discuss ceasefire negotiations with the United States.
RTA announces relocation of intercity bus station
Dubai ‘s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the relocation of intercity bus station located on the ground floor of the Centrepoint Station parkin
New members of Abu Dhabi Executive Council sworn in before President Sheikh Mohamed
Enhancing quality of life in emirate is top priority, says Sheikh Mohamed
UAE to produce 150 million date nutrition bars annually to combat global hunger
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, launched the world’s largest date bar factory in Dubai….
Within the Hamid Air Bridge, a relief plane loaded with 100 tons of food departs for Gaza
https://www.wam.ae/a/bzvlw3rضمن جسر حميد الجوي وبالتعاون مع “الفارس الشهم 3” / طائرة إغاثة محملة بـ 100 طن من المواد الغذائية تغادر إلى غزة
Al Ain City Municipality showcases smart agricultural technologies at the “Emirati Agricultural Conference”
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UAE dispatches 100 tonnes of food aid to Gaza under ‘Humaid Air Bridge’, ‘Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’
An aid aircraft carrying more than 100 tonnes of relief supplies and essential food items departed this morning from Sharjah International Airport to support…
Dubai Police clamp down on reckless motorcyclists
VIDEO: Humanoid chases away people who violate parking rules in China
A humanoid robot is being deployed in parts of China to deter illegal parking, offering a glimpse into how technology is reshaping everyday urban management….
Dubai Police seize motorcycles to put brakes on reckless riding
Authorities will take action against dangerous behaviour on roads, says senior police official
Dubai Hotels Pull Nearly 2,000 Rooms for Renovations as Iran War Hits Occupancy
At least seven Dubai hotels have pulled nearly 2,000 rooms off the market for renovations since the Iran war cut occupancy by nearly half.
Abu Dhabi: Dh1,000 fine, 6 points for shoulder overtaking
Overtaking on the road shoulder in Abu Dhabi can cost drivers Dh1,000 and six traffic points, as police warn against dangerous stopping and misuse of hard shoulders.
Dubai Police crack down on reckless bikers performing dangerous stunts
Dubai Police have taken firm action against a number of motorcycle riders after they were caught performing dangerous stunts and violating traffic laws on roads…
UAE uses AI to track driver behaviour and improve road safety
UAE deploys AI to monitor driver behaviour, cut accidents and boost road safety, combining smart surveillance, risk assessment and tailored training programmes.
‘Inappropriate and in poor taste:’ India rebukes Trump for ‘hellhole’ remarks
India has dismissed as
“Remarkable reductions”: Dubai’s real estate market is shaking under the weight of the Iranian war
The newspaper “Le Figaro” has prepared a report on the repercussions of the Middle East conflict on the real estate market in Dubai, which it described as “was considered a golden egg-laying chicken just a few months ago”, but it has begun to shake under the pressure of the war launched by the United States…
UAE ranks among highest globally in healthcare trust
UAE ranks among the highest globally for public trust in healthcare, with nearly 90% confidence in hospitals, regulators and health authorities, report shows.
UAE’s Gargash warns Iran still the Gulf’s strategic threat
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announces plans for date factory to help starving children
Date factory will produce 150 million products a year to tackle malnutrition
Flight attendant mother loses custody in Dubai ruling
Mother loses custody in Dubai as Court of Cassation rules her frequent travel as a flight attendant conflicts with daughters’ welfare and daily care.
Dubai launches $9.26bn Gold line metro: 42km underground route to serve 1.5 million residents
Approved by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the project is scheduled for compl…








