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Why Wealthiest Gulf Powers Like UAE Are Snapping Up Prime Property in Egypt: Crown jewels including resorts and a gas station chain are up for grabs ...
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UAE records mild earthquake; residents feel tremors - News | Khaleej Times: The quake occurred at 3.03am local time
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In Pictures: Abu Dhabi gets cracking on electric air taxis and verti-ports: UAE takes more steps towards inter-city electric air taxis
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Exclusive: UAE planning second nuclear power plant, sources say: The United Arab Emirates will tender shortly for the construction of a new nuclear power plant ...
reuters.com/business/energy/uae-planning-second-nuclear-power-plant-sources-say-2024-04-26/
'He barely uses his phone': Dubai student who topped JEE exam shares secret to 100% mark - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/education/dubai-student-who-topped-jee-exam-shares-secret-to-100-mark-he-barely-uses-his-phone
Man who wore Hamas headband to London Palestine protests, convicted : “Wearing such items in public creates a risk of encouraging others to support Hamas ...
jpost.com/international/article-798838
UAE Weather Forecast form Today until Monday 29, 2024: The UAE National Center of Meteorology predicts fair to partly cloudy weather across the region today ...
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Overstay fines: All the costs you need to keep in mind: Dh50 per day overstay fines, service charges and other costs you should know about
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/visa-immigration/overstay-fines-all-the-costs-you-need-to-keep-in-mind-1.1714140699206
Saudi Capital to Cut Population Goal as City Reviews Strategy: Saudi Arabia’s capital is set to pull back on its target to double its population by 2030 as it ...
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Saudi Arabia starting direct flights between Dammam and Najaf: Saudi Arabia starting direct flights between Dammam and Najaf
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Searing heat shuts schools for 33 million children: Searing heat has forced 33 million children out of schools in Bangladesh, as temperatures in parts of the ...
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Meituan looks to hire in Saudi Arabia, indicating food delivery expansion: Chinese food delivery giant Meituan is seeking to hire staff for at least eight ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/meituan-looks-hire-saudi-arabia-indicating-food-delivery-expansion-2024-04-26/
UAE cancels all traffic violations of Omani citizens from 2018 - News | Khaleej Times
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Two US law firms push into Saudi Arabia under new attorney rules: Two major U.S. law firms are opening offices in Saudi Arabia following a change last year in ...
reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/two-us-law-firms-push-into-saudi-arabia-under-new-attorney-rules-2024-04-25/
Vision 2030: 87% of initiatives on track or completed: Vision 2030: 87% of initiatives on track or completed
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642408
UAE: Passenger traffic at Abu Dhabi Airports up 35.6% in Q1 2024: Zayed International Airport alone welcomed 6.8 million passengers
gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-passenger-traffic-at-abu-dhabi-airports-up-356-in-q1-2024-1.1714112606206
Makkah medical team saves Pakistani pilgrim after severe heart attack while performing Umrah
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642339
Ukraine war: US secretly sends long-range missiles to help Kyiv: The weapons were part of a $300m ($240m) aid package that was approved by US President Joe Biden ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
UAE: Woman suffers 3 years of acute pain; doctors find 30.5kg tumour in ovary - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/lifestyle/health/uae-woman-suffers-3-years-of-acute-pain-doctors-find-30-5kg-tumour-in-ovary
Sharjah announces return to in-person classes - News | Khaleej Times: The emirate had first announced distance learning for private schools on Monday, April 15
khaleejtimes.com/uae/education/sharjah-announces-return-to-in-person-classes
EWEC picks Masdar, other partners to develop a 1.5 gigawatt solar project in Abu Dhabi
gulfnews.com/business/energy/ewec-picks-masdar-other-partners-to-develop-a-15-gigawatt-solar-project-in-abu-dhabi-1.1714125081006
RAKBank’s Q1-2024 net profit hits ‘record’ Dh574.2 million: During the period, gross loans and advances at Dh43.2 billion were up 11.7% year-on-year
gulfnews.com/business/banking/rakbanks-q1-2024-net-profit-hits-record-dh5742-million-1.1714142850740
Biden keeps needling Trump as he walks a tightrope over his rival’s trial: President Joe Biden might not be saying much about his Republican challenger’s ...
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Argentina seeks arrest of Iranian minister over 1994 bombing: The request comes less than two weeks after a court in Argentina held Iran responsible for the 1994 ...
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Quick Glance: Iran's President's Visit to Sri Lanka
- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi visited Sri Lanka on April 24, promising to strengthen ties with the South Asian country.
- Argentina requested the arrest of Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi for his alleged involvement in a 1994 attack on a Jewish community center in Buenos Aires.
- Sri Lanka and Iran are set to sign five agreements, including one related to a hydroelectric project.
- Iran's Interior Minister returned from Pakistan prematurely, signaling a setback for Iran as it faces consequences for its actions worldwide.
At least 32 dead as flash floods sweep through half of Kenya: At least 32 people have been killed and two are missing after flash floods swept through almost ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642394
GCC’s project awards jump 20% to $45b despite geopolitical headwinds - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/business/gccs-project-awards-jump-20-to-45b-despite-geopolitical-headwinds
Saudi Arabia: Haj Ministry cautions pilgrims against fraudulent companies - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/gulf/saudi-arabia-haj-ministry-cautions-pilgrims-against-fraudulent-companies
Arijit Singh to perform at sold-out show in Dubai - News | Khaleej Times: The concert is set to take place on April 27
khaleejtimes.com/entertainment/arijit-singh-to-perform-at-sold-out-show-in-dubai
UAE reports illness linked to contaminated water after floods: A small number of people in the United Arab Emirates have shown symptoms associated with ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/uae-reports-illness-linked-contaminated-water-after-floods-2024-04-25/
Riyadh to host Saudi-UK expo “GREAT FUTURES” in May: Riyadh will host the “GREAT FUTURES” trade exhibition on May 14 and 15
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642391
Saudi's Aramco becomes worldwide partner of World Cup 2026, Women's World Cup 2027 - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/sports/football/saudis-aramco-becomes-worldwide-partner-of-world-cup-2026-womens-world-cup-2027
5 best smart video doorbells in UAE, for 2024: Talk to visitors, check on missed deliveries and get live alerts when you're not at home
gulfnews.com/best-buys/electronics/5-best-smart-video-doorbells-in-uae-for-2024-1.1703857632832
Haiti's PM Ariel Henry resigns as transitional council is sworn in: A swathe of recent gang violence forced officials to move the ceremony from the National ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642397
RTA eWallet account: How to top up and make parking payment easier in Dubai: You can use the eWallet for other services like fines and driving licence renewal ...
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/rta-ewallet-account-how-to-top-up-and-make-parking-payment-easier-in-dubai-1.1714142098269
New Schengen visa rules for India, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/gulf/new-schengen-visa-rules-for-saudi-arabia-oman-bahrain-and-india
UAE: No parking fines in Sharjah's storm-hit areas until they return to normal - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-no-parking-fines-in-sharjahs-storm-hit-areas-until-they-return-to-normal
Climate Policy Is Working: Double Down on What’s Succeeding Instead of Despairing Over What’s Not
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UAE: Case against 84 accused of running terror organisation adjourned to May 2 - News | Khaleej Times
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New York top court overturns former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction
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Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.
- The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.
- Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.
- The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
Saudi father sends emotional letter to school after teachers mistakenly issue deceased son’s absence notice
gulftoday.ae/news/2024/04/25/saudi-father-sends-emotional-letter-to-school-after-teachers-mistakenly-issue
Google parent Alphabet issues first dividend after strong earnings: Company's stock jumps more than 14% in after-hours trading after payout announcement
thenationalnews.com/business/markets/2024/04/25/google-parent-alphabet-issues-first-dividend-after-strong-earnings/
G42 Allies With US Over China in Global AI Conflict: Abu Dhabi-based G42 found it could no longer play for both teams.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/g42-allies-with-us-over-china-in-global-ai-conflict
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US jails Chinese man who threatened student activist: A Chinese student in the US has been sentenced to nine months in prison for stalking and threatening a ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642399
Watch: How this innovative flood-relief delivery helped Ajman residents - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/watch-how-this-innovative-flood-relief-delivery-helped-ajman-residents
Tents appear in Gaza as Israel prepares Rafah offensive: Satellite images show two new tent encampments in southern Gaza as reports suggest Israel's ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642382
Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
Sharjah rains: Volunteers use rope system to deliver aid, 3 meals a day to residents in high-rise buildings - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-rains-residents-in-sharjah-come-together-during-floods-power-of-community-bonding-deserves-app
Hersh Goldberg-Polin: Gaza hostage's parents urge him to 'stay strong' after new video
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642401
Listen to the US or brace for escalation — the choice is Israel’s to make: Washington remains deeply anxious and more determined than ever to find an end to the ...
politico.eu/article/us-biden-israel-choice-escalation-hamas/
Russia vetoes US-backed UN resolution to ban nuclear weapons in space: Russia on Wednesday vetoed a United Nations resolution that proposed a ban on the use of ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642395
Rapid expansion of batteries crucial to meet COP28 climate goals: IEA: RIYADH: Global battery production must be scaled up to meet the climate security goals set ...
arabnews.com/node/2499226/business-economy
Ukraine uses longer-range US missiles for first time: Ukraine has begun using longer-range ballistic missiles against Russia that were secretly provided by the ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642392
Mashreq's Q1 net profit climbs 25% to Dh2b in 2024 : Profit up 36% to Dh2.3 billion pre-tax, fueled by "strong business growth, margins"
gulfnews.com/business/banking/mashreqs-q1-net-profit-climbs-25-to-dh2b-in-2024-1.1714063006477
How Saudi Arabia's big and bold grand opera Zarqa Al Yamama echoes today's concerns
thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/music-stage/2024/04/26/saudi-arabia-grand-opera-zarqa-al-yamama-riyadh/
Searching for missing loved ones in Gaza’s mass graves: Whether he is alive or dead. It doesn’t matter.
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642388
UAE: President announces $40 million for species conservation fund - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-president-announces-40m-for-species-conservation-fund
‘To the Future’: Saudi Arabia Spends Big to Become an A.I. Superpower: The oil-rich kingdom is plowing money into glitzy events, computing power and artificial ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/technology/to-the-future-saudi-arabia-spends-big-to-become-an-ai-superpower.html
Spain’s PM Sánchez halts public duties as wife faces inquiry: In a statement, the Spanish leader said he urgently needed to decide “whether I should ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642389
UAE Weather forecast from Saturday 27 April until Tuesday 30 April 2024: The UAE National Center of Meteorology has forecasted that today's weather will be ...
emirates247.com/uae/uae-weather-forecast-from-saturday-27-april-until-tuesday-30-april-2024-2024-04-27-1.731791
UAE: Brain-dead 23-year-old gives new life to 66-year-old cancer patient - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-brain-dead-23-year-old-gives-new-life-to-66-year-old-cancer-patient
Abuthnain: Saudi Arabia achieves 77% reconciliation in labor disputes: Deputy Minister of Human Resources and Social Development for Labor Dr ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642373
Woods, McIlroy to receive millions in loyalty payouts for shunning LIV and sticking with PGA Tour - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/sports/woods-mcilroy-to-receive-millions-in-loyalty-payouts-for-shunning-liv-and-sticking-with-pga-tour
Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were detained on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and entering the UK illegally.
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642379
Saudi Arabia approves establishing Center for the Protection of Whistleblowers: This is in implementation of Article Four of the Law for the Protection of ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642372
UAE Central Bank permits banks to postpone personal and car loans for six months
gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-central-bank-permits-banks-to-postpone-personal-and-car-loans-for-six-months-1.1713800576115
Quick Glance: UAE Floods: Banks Allowed to Defer Loan Repayments for 6 Months After Storm, Central Bank Announces
- The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) issued a notice to all banks and insurance companies to defer repayment of personal and car loan instalments for customers affected by the weather conditions for six months.
- The deferral will not include additional fees, interest, or an increase in the loan principal amount.
- The Central Bank clarified that damages to vehicles and homes caused by heavy rains are covered by insurance policies, with insurance companies responsible for compensation.
- The public is advised to review insurance policies carefully, protect their rights, and contact SANADAK, the financial and insurance ombudsman, for complaints or disputes with insurance companies.
155 killed in Tanzania as heavy rains cause floods, landslides - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Devastating Impact of Heavy Rains in Tanzania
- In Tanzania, the heavy rains that triggered flooding and landslides due to El Nino have resulted in the loss of at least 155 lives.
- The torrential rains, accompanied by strong winds, have caused significant damage, including the destruction of crops, homes, and infrastructure.
- Kenya has recorded about 45 fatalities since the start of the rainy season in March, including 13 from floods in the capital Nairobi.
- The UN humanitarian response agency OCHA reports that in Somalia, the Gu rains have led to severe floods, resulting in at least four deaths and affecting or displacing over 800 people.
Latest hunger data spotlights extent of famine risk in Gaza, Sudan and beyond: According to the latest Global Report on Food Crises, more than one in five people ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642378
Quick Glance: Over 280 Million People Worldwide Affected by Severe Hunger
- Nearly 282 million individuals across various countries faced acute hunger in 2023, with the war-torn Gaza Strip having the highest number of people experiencing famine.
- The United Nations report revealed that 24 million more people were dealing with acute food shortages compared to 2022, primarily due to a significant decline in food security, especially in Gaza and Sudan.
- Of those on the brink of famine - 577,000 individuals - over 80% were located in Gaza, while numerous others in nations like South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Somalia, and Mali were also enduring extreme hunger.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres labeled the report as 'a reckoning of human failure' and emphasized the need for an urgent response to address the root causes of acute hunger and malnutrition, as well as overhaul food supply systems.
UAE: Stomach cramps in children on the rise; here's why - News | Khaleej Times: Eating out, poor hand hygiene and erratic weather may be among causes, say medics
khaleejtimes.com/life-and-living/uae-stomach-cramps-in-children-on-the-rise-heres-why
Abu Dhabi unveils UAE’s first operational vertiport for vertical take-off and landing aircraft
gulftoday.ae/news/2024/04/26/abu-dhabi-unveils-uaes-first--operational-vertiport-for-vertical--take-off-and-landing-aircraft
TikTok CEO to fight US ban law: WASHINGTON: TikTok’s chief executive said on Wednesday that the company expects to win a legal challenge to block legislation ...
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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
Australian police launch manhunt for Home and Away star Orpheus Pledger: Australian police are searching for Home and Away star Orpheus Pledger ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642368
Why avoiding temptation is an investor's most important skill: Staying focused on long-term goals is key to good financial health
thenationalnews.com/business/money/2024/04/26/why-avoiding-temptation-is-an-investors-most-important-skill/
Oman, UAE deluge ‘most likely’ due to climate change: Scientists: Global warming “most likely” exacerbated the intense rains that lashed the UAE and Oman last ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/gulf/2024/04/25/oman-uae-deluge-most-likely-due-to-climate-change-scientists
New US military aid package to Ukraine expected to be worth around $1 billion: In briefings to Congress in recent weeks, administration officials have indicated ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642348
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
UNRWA committed to implement independent review recommendations: Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini briefed journalists in New York a day after the ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642376
Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
New Schengen visa rules for India, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/gulf/new-schengen-visa-rules-for-saudi-arabia-oman-bahrain-and-india
War in Ukraine: US to send new aid right away, Biden says: “It’s going to make America safer, it’s going to make the world safer ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642383
King Khalid Foundation, TATA sign pact to promote sustainable digital practices: RIYADH: The King Khalid Foundation has signed a cooperation agreement with TATA ...
arabnews.com/node/2498426/saudi-arabia
Saudi Shoura Council assistant speaker meets US Congress advisors: The meeting is part of the delegation's current visit to the Kingdom.
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642371
Riyadh Season announces first overseas event with boxing gala in Los Angeles: Riyadh Season announces first overseas event with boxing gala in Los Angeles
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642403
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