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Bain Capital opens Abu Dhabi office for dealsNIVETHA DAYANAND

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The effectiveness of distance learning depends not only on technology, but on how seriously it is approached at home.

Getting the best out of distance learningDR SHEEBA JOJO

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An Israeli policeman looks on as behind a firefighter extinguishes a blaze in a vehicle following a projectile impact in southern Tel Aviv.

US denies agreeing to extend Iran ceasefireNATHANIEL LACSINA

From classroom to boardroom, Phoenix powers finance careers

Phoenix powers finance careersGN FOCUS

UAE hotel revenues hit Dh49.2b in 2025, up 9.7% as tourism growth accelerates

TRAVEL & TOURISM

UAE hotels earn Dh49.2b with 32.3m guestsKHITAM AL AMIR

Sanad’s workforce saw a 20% expansion in 2024.

Sanad delivers Dh7b revenue, Dh38b backlogNIVETHA DAYANAND

UAE elected to WFP Executive Board as Hormuz disruptions threaten global food security

Any threat to Hormuz is a threat to world food securityABDULLA RASHEED

Paramedics attach a portrait over the grave of Ghadir Baalbaki, 19, who was killed on Tuesday in an Israeli airstrike, at a temporary mass grave in the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

New Israeli strikes hit Lebanon a day after US talksAP

Trump and Pope Leo XIV: A rare public clash.

Why Trump, Vance and the Pope are at oddsALEX ABRAHAM

Art Dubai

Art Dubai 2026: Everything you need to knowKARISHMA H. NANDKEOLYAR

Maritime intelligence experts say a noticeable change has emerged in recent days, with vessels manipulating tracking systems more aggressively than earlier in the conflict.

Ghost ships, spoofing tactics test US in HormuzSTEPHEN N R

Pupil kills four, wounds 20 in new Turkey school shooting

Pupil kills four, wounds 20 in Turkey school shootingAFP

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Will UAE schools reopen after April 17?ZAINAB HUSAIN

Mohsin Naqvi has again came out with some controversial comments

Naqvi faces backlash over India ‘fuel crisis’ claimROBERT ILSLEY

Dubai International Chamber new international representative office in Manila

How Dubai Chambers’ new Manila office boosts tradeTRICIA GAJITOS

Dubai Police bring UAE flag celebrations to residential communities

Dubai Police bring UAE flag celebrations to communitiesAGHADDIR ALI

The session addressed a range of core safety practices.

Dubai Police train taxi drivers to boost road safetyAGHADDIR ALI

‘Mawj’ centre launched in Abu Dhabi to support early childhood development

‘Mawj’ centre launched in Abu Dhabi ALI AL HAMMADI

Andy Serkis leads return to Middle-earth as Gandalf, Frodo and Gollum join new film

Everything we know about LOTR: The Hunt for GollumSAARANGI AJI

Dubai skyline

Dubai office values jump 29% in core districtsNIVETHA DAYANAND

DWTC served 1.28 million visitors across 2,578 events.

How DWTC Hospitality hit a record 1.28m guests in 2025DHANUSHA GOKULAN

RTA's Road Connections Project slashes travel time up to 40% in these neighbourhoods

RTA project slashes travel time up to 40% in some areasKARISHMA H. NANDKEOLYAR

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in a still from the movie ‘Pathaan’

Is SRK set to cameo with Deepika in Allu Arjun’s Raaka?AREEBA HASHMI

Cate Blanchett takes on role of lifestyle icon Martha Stewart in new film

Cate Blanchett to play Martha Stewart in new biopic SAARANGI AJI

The Musaffah retail shop isn’t just a point of sale, it’s a fully branded, welcoming space crafted to
reflect the excitement and energy of the UAE Lottery

What players can experience at UAE Lottery first outletTRICIA GAJITOS

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court

Sheikh Mansour, Iran Parliament Speaker discuss region WAM

Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan (L) with his wife Gauri Khan (C) and his son Aryan Khan attends the preview of his son's directorial debut, Netflix's series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood’, in Mumbai on August 20, 2025.

SRK's security chief reveals how he is as a family manAREEBA HASHMI

The system will require users to upload documents such as a passport or ID card to confirm their age, but officials stressed that it is designed to be anonymous and prevent tracking.

EU set to roll out age-check app for child safetySTEPHEN N R

File photo of grade 10 students going for their first CBSE board examination at Delhi Private School centre.

CBSE class 10 results declared: How to check scoresANUPAM VARMA

Moon Chae-won added that she hopes to continue her acting career in a more diverse range of projects going forward.

Korean star Moon Chae-won to marry in JuneLAKSHANA N PALAT

From left: YogBirth Founders Aman Verma and Zohra Dawoodani

Natural wellness emerges as a counter to infertilityFRIDAY

A general view of Abu Dhabi

New UAE tax law changes come into effect, fines slashedANUPAM VARMA

Alex Eala beaten in the first round of the Stuttgart Open

Eala exits Stuttgart Open after Fernandez defeatROBERT ILSLEY

Liwa University launches Master’s in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in Abu Dhabi

Liwa University launches new courses in Abu DhabiGN FOCUS

Customers form a queue at a money remittance centre in Dubai

Filipino remittances rise to $2.79b in February 2026TRICIA GAJITOS

FIA President and former Emirati rally driver Mohammed Ben Sulayem has commended the thousands of volunteers who play a key role in making Formula One possible

Ben Sulayem praises vital role of motorsport volunteersROBERT ILSLEY

IFFCO initiates nation-wide integrated nano fertilizer awareness

IFFCO initiates nano fertilizer awareness A GULF NEWS REPORT

Viral French toast from Hampstead

UAE's homegrown cloud kitchen: A success story AREEBA HASHMI

Atletico Madrid's Argentine coach Diego Simeone spoke emotionally as he reaches another Champions League semi-final with the club

“We’re ready” says Simeone as Atletico stun BarcaROBERT ILSLEY

These simple buys can help transform hectic mornings into calm, manageable starts, and maybe even leave the house on time.

11 top picks to fix sleep schedules for kids, UAE 2026 LAKSHANA N PALAT

He spent more than 100 consecutive weeks at the top of the men's singles world rankings.

Dubai-based badminton legend Viktor Axelsen retiresJAYDIP SENGUPTA

A firefighter extinguishes a car at the site of Israeli airstrikes, in Beirut, Lebanon, Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Lebanon–Israel talks: First since 1993 — what’s next?STEPHEN N R

Vishal Madhusoodhanan, Founder of Swey Collective

UAE eyewear brand Swey Collective on building communitySAARANGI AJI

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi (2nd from right) says that hosting the IBBY 2-23 congress reflects the UAE’s deep belief in the power of words

UAE to host 42nd IBBY International Congress in SharjahGULF NEWS REPORT

Dr Michael Torres, Co-Founder and CEO of CrossBridge Bio

Biotech cancer drug firm set for $300m US dealGULF NEWS REPORT

Shafi Tabani, CEO and Co-founder, Prescott Development

The UAE continues to inspire investor confidenceGN FOCUS

First look: HONOR 600 series has a bold new design

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First look: HONOR 600 series has a bold new designREACH BY GULF NEWS

The Bologna Children's Book Fair 2026 was held from April 13 to 16 in the Italian city of Bologna

UAE shows publishing talent at Bologna Book Fair 2026TRICIA GAJITOS

Court rules in favour of ex-employee, ordering company to pay his unsettled dues

COURT AND CRIME

Why a UAE court awarded Dh251,000 for this fired workerKHITAM AL AMIR

Burj Al Arab stands 321 metres tall, making it one of the tallest hotels in the world.

Inside Burj Al Arab: What makes Dubai’s icon timelessDHANUSHA GOKULAN

New Gemini feature connects apps to deliver personalised answers and insights

Gemini gets smarter with new personal AI featureNATHANIEL LACSINA

Sharjah Police warn of accident on Emirates Road

Sharjah Police warn of accident on Emirates RoadAGHADDIR ALI

Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani celebrates after taking the wicket of Sri Lanka's Kusal Perera during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 19, 2026.

Zimbabwean player banned from PSL after joining IPLSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Muslim pilgrims perform Hajj rituals

No Hajj permit? Saudi Arabia warns of heavy finesKHITAM AL AMIR

Dubai court upholds acquittal in certificate forgery case, orders document confiscation

COURT AND CRIME

Dubai Court upholds KHDA certificate forgery acquittalAGHADDIR ALI

Ask Gulf News: How to close a UAE bank account

How to close a UAE bank accountZAINAB HUSAIN

The film is slated for a May 22 release, leaving the makers just over a month to see if they can pivot the marketing away from the 'AI nightmare' and back to the big-screen comedy fans were actually expecting.

Varun Dhawan's film sparks backlash after AI useLAKSHANA N PALAT

Virat Kohli appears to be limping in viral video

Kohli injury concerns after training footage emergesROBERT ILSLEY

The new process introduces a unified national approach that supports both financial institutions and fintech companies

BANKING & INSURANCE

UAE Central Bank to develop e-KYC platformANUPAM VARMA

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev witnessed the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries in July last year.

UAE-Azerbaijan CEPA now live: What it means for tradeDHANUSHA GOKULAN

Currently, over 40,000 SMEs bank with Emirates Islamic’s business banking segment.

BANKING & INSURANCE

How Dubai banks are backing start-ups with cash boostsDHANUSHA GOKULAN

Chhattisgarh Vedanta power plant blast death toll rises to 14

India power plant blast death toll climbs to 19: policeAFP

Will the football icon step foot in Al Wasl's Zabeel Stadium on Sunday?

Will Ronaldo play? Al Nassr face Al Wasl in DubaiROBERT ILSLEY

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visits the manufacturing site of an 8,700-tonnage nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine at an undisclosed location in North Korea.

North Korea boosting ability to make nuclear arms: UNAFP

Collaboration aims to address the lack of accessible overseas legal counsel for migrants

How Filipinos could soon access free legal help abroadTRICIA GAJITOS

UAE road safety drive targets fuel tankers, hazardous material transport in Abu Dhabi

Police launch tanker safety campaign in Abu DhabiCHRISTIAN BORBON

Shah Rukh played a double role in the movie Fan released in 2016

'It hit me in the heart': Shah Rukh Khan’s Fan revisitAREEBA HASHMI

The Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is an enduring icon of Dubai, symbolizing the city’s pride, ambition, and architectural brilliance. Rising 321 meters above the sea on an artificial island just off Jumeirah Beach, it has become a global emblem of luxury and innovation.

Burj Al Arab's incredible history in picturesDEVADASAN K P

Community groups across the UAE continue to live out the Filipino value of "bayanihan"

UNITED IN STRENGTH

Inside UAE communities: How support reaches more peopleTRICIA GAJITOS

Victim in critical condition after assault days before marriage ceremony.

Bride-to-be critical after Delhi acid attackNATHANIEL LACSINA

Dubai based Malayali actress Asha Sharath celebrating Vishu

Asha Sharath on Vishu traditions and memoriesMANJUSHA RADHAKRISHNAN

Since opening in 1999, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab has stood as an architectural and cultural icon of modern luxury.

Why Dubai’s Burj Al Arab is getting its first faceliftDHANUSHA GOKULAN

Motorcyclists queue to refuel at a gas station operated by Pertamina, Indonesia’s state-owned oil and gas company, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran disrupts energy flows and global oil prices rise, prompting Indonesia to consider a weekly work-from-home policy to cut fuel use, in Yogyakarta on March 28, 2026.

What the Hormuz shutdown means for AseanJAY HILOTIN

Americans urged to stay prepared as embassy maintains caution despite calm.

US lifts shelter advisory in UAE after halt in threatsNATHANIEL LACSINA

Visitors will be able to step into the gentle world of My Neighbor Totoro, experience the charm of Kiki’s Delivery Service, and walk the lands of Princess Mononoke.

Studio Ghibli Abu Dhabi exhibition delayed to 2027LAKSHANA N PALAT

A gold dealer arranges a necklace in a jewellery shop at the Dubai Gold Souk earlier this week.

Dubai gold dips as Iran tensions ease, India jumpsDHANUSHA GOKULAN

Apart from gold, the day is also seen as a symbol of new beginnings, making it a popular time for big life moves like buying a home, launching a business or committing to long-term investments.

Akshaya Tritiya: Why people buy gold on this dayLAKSHANA N PALAT

Gemini-powered Skills let users run saved AI tasks instantly across multiple tabs.

Google Chrome can now save and reuse AI promptsNATHANIEL LACSINA

The HBO series, which aired from 2012 to 2017, followed Dunham’s Hannah Horvath and Driver’s Adam Sackler in a relationship that was often volatile on screen.

Lena Dunham on intense clashes with Adam Driver LAKSHANA N PALAT

A return ticket for the journey normally costs $12.90.

FIFA asked to pay for World Cup transport ticket hikesAFP

Red line: Blockade seals off Iranian ports, squeezes oil giant as 2nd round of US-Iran talks set

Red line: Blockade seals off Iranian ports — CentcomJAY HILOTIN

Falcons of Majlis: Redefining the startup ecosystem in the UAE

Falcons of Majlis: Redefining startup ecosystem in UAEGN FOCUS REPORT

Vikram Bhatt was booked in a financial fraud case

Vikram Bhatt recalls health scare in prisonLAKSHANA N PALAT

The motive for the attack was unclear. School shootings are rare in Turkey.

Gunman opens fire at a school in Turkey, wounding 16AP

Fujairah Police improve truck movement on key road

New plan cuts congestion on Fujairah–Khorfakkan roadAGHADDIR ALI

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah

Sharjah Ruler halts Kalba project to protect turtlesAGHADDIR ALI

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and assess material losses.

Seven killed in Cairo factory fireKHITAM AL AMIR

Construction begins at Expo 20230 Riyadh

Work on Expo 2030 Riyadh site beginsKHITAM AL AMIR

The body often speaks first, and under stress, it rarely stays still.

Why stress makes you fidget and affects postureLAKSHANA N PALAT

4 killed in US strike on suspected drug smuggling boat

4 killed in US strike on suspected drug smuggling boatWAM

Attendees listen to US President Donald Trump deliver remarks to farmers from the Truman balcony of the White House in Washington, DC, on March 27, 2026.

US farmers strained as fertiliser costs surge on warAFP

US President Donald Trump speaks to the press outside the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, on April 13, 2026.

2 days to US-Iran talks in Pakistan? Trump thinks soNATHANIEL LACSINA

US economy 'strong', seen topping 3.5% in 2026: Bessent

US economy 'strong', seen topping 3.5% in 2026: BessentWAM

France's Minister for Economy, Finances and Industrial and Digital sovereignty Eric Lombard stands next to an electric car on a Carrefour supermarket parking lot during a visit dedicated to electric vehicle charging stations, in l'Hay-les-Roses, outside Paris. File photo taken on May 16, 2025.

France shifts from fuel relief to $10.7b EV driveJAY HILOTIN

Light to moderate winds are forecast, occasionally freshening and causing blowing dust

Weather alert: UAE braces for dust, rain and rough seasKHITAM AL AMIR

Abhishek Sharma sets new unwanted "duck record"

Abhishek Sharma sets new unwanted "duck record"SHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Toyota BZ4X: The bZ4X electric SUV is the first model of Toyota's recently-announced “bZ” series, which stands for “beyond zero,” or cars that exceed being “just zero-emission.” The bZ4X, set to go on sale globally by mid-2022, features a distinctive yolk that eliminates the need to change grip when steering and a system that charges the car's battery using solar power when it's stationary.

Toyota's bZ4X jumps to No. 3 spot in US EV salesJAY HILOTIN

Sustainability is no longer a parallel conversation to economic growth. It is central to national security, economic resilience and societal wellbeing.

Resilience in uncertainty: UAE’s sustainability edgeBY HABIBA AL MARASHI, SPECIAL TO GULF NEWS

Peter Magyar, leader of the pro-European conservative TISZA party, delivers a press conference at the HUNGEXPO Congress and Exhibition Center in Budapest, Hungary, on April 13, 2026.

Orban loss to drive Ukraine accession, loans: EUAFP

Venezuelan lawmakers have passed reforms paving the way for US companies to return -- a key goal of President Donald Trump's intervention in the country.

US eases sanctions on Venezuela central bankAFP

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