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Artemis astronauts travel further into space than any human: NASA

The four astronauts embarking on NASA's lunar flyby became on Monday the humans to travel furthest from our planet, as they get set to view areas of the Moon never before seen by the naked eye. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The Artemis II team b»»»

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Sharjah fire brought under control

Sharjah: A fire that broke out in Industrial Area 10 on Monday afternoon was swiftly contained by emergency teams, with no injuries reported, authorities confirmed. The blaze, reported around midday on April 6, prompted an immediate response from Sharjah Civil Defence, supported by Sharjah Police p»»»

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UPI 1h

BNY, Robinhood to manage Trump Accounts - UPI.com

1 of 2 | CEO of BNY Mellon Robin Vince speaks at a Senate hearing in 2023. The bank has been picked to manage the initial Trump Accounts for children. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 6 (UPI) -- The Department of the Treasury announced Monday that The Bank of New York Mellon Corp»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Court Orders Detention of UAE National for Up to 40 Days

On April 3, the Sofia City Court (SCC) ordered the detention for up to 40 days of a citizen of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), following a request by the Sofia City Prosecutor’s Office under the Extradition and the European Arrest Warrant Act. The man has been wanted for extradition at the request »»»

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Daily News Egypt 2h

Saudi oil premiums hit record as Iranian strikes damage UAE and Kuwaiti plants and disrupt 17% of Qatar LNG

Gulf energy markets faced widespread disruption on Sunday as Saudi Arabia applied record oil premiums and Qatar declared Force Majeure on a portion of its gas exports following Iranian attacks that also damaged infrastructure in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates, even as Iraq attempted to resume »»»

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Gulf News 2h

What you need to know about the Artemis II moon flyby

The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. Now it’s time to set a new distance record. Launched last week on humanity’s first trip to the moon since 1972, the three Americans and one Canadian are chasing after Apollo 13’s maximum range from Earth. T»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Israel says struck Iran's largest petrochemical facility

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced on Monday that Israel had conducted a "powerful strike" on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, with the operator saying it was assessing the damage from the attacks. The complex in the Pars region services Iran's South Pars natural gas field -- the l»»»

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Israeli Airstrike Kills at Least 10 Near Gaza School as Ceasefire Strains

An Israeli airstrike killed at least 10 people and wounded several others outside a school housing displaced Palestinians on Monday, health officials said, in the latest violence overshadowing the fragile US-backed Gaza ceasefire deal. Before the strikes, some Palestinians had clashed with members »»»

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Gulf News 4h

UAE President receives Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait. During the meeting, the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister conveyed to the UAE President the greetings of Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah,»»»

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24 News Agency 4h

How the Pamir Kyrgyz live in China — photos and video - | 24.KG

A Kyrgyz delegation visited the Little Pamir in China and met with the Pamir Kyrgyz. Asel Kalkanova shared footage from the trip. The participants visited the villages of Chakaragyn and Bulun-Kel in Akto County, where they were shown the life of the local community: traditions, everyday life, and c»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

'Not the Cairo we know': Energy shock from Iran war dims Egypt nights

Cairo: At a roadside cafe in downtown Cairo, Abu Ali was mid domino throw when the lights snapped off under new early-closing orders enacted to curb Egypt's soaring energy bill due to the US Iran war. "I used to stay here until 2:00 am," the 63-year-old told AFP, tapping his tiles as the street wen»»»

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Sana 4h

Damascus, Abu Dhabi ties are fraternal, strong- Syrian diplomats

Damascus, April 6 (SANA) A delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, comprising Director of the Foreign Affairs Office, Youssef Al-Hajar, and Director of the Arab Affairs Department, Mohammed Taha Al-Ahmad, visited the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Damascus and met w»»»

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Gulf News 4h

How high will oil prices go if Iran-US ceasefire is not reached?

Dubai: Oil prices are swinging again, with markets increasingly focused on how high crude could climb if a ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict fails to materialise. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Brent rose 2.01% to $111.23 on Monday, while »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Abu Dhabi shuts Lailak Fish Monger over serious food safety violations

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has ordered the administrative closure of Lailak Fish Monger, a food establishment located in Mohammed Bin Zayed City (East 11) in Abu Dhabi, due to food safety violations. The facility, which holds commercial licence number (C»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

NGO Slams Greek Shippers over Deliveries to Israel

A pro-Palestinian campaign group on Monday accused Greek shipping firms of transporting oil and military equipment to Israel that helps its war in Gaza, in some cases breaching a Turkish embargo on trade with Israel. The "No Harbour for Genocide" group called on Greek authorities to investigate and»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Nepal FM discuss bilateral ties and regional security

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, congratulated Shishir Khanal on his appointment as Nepal’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. During a phone call, the two ministers discussed bilateral relations, avenues of cooperation, and joint efforts between»»»

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Gulf News 5h

UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka gifts pergola to children’s park

A pergola that formed part of the United Arab Emirates Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, has been installed in Tottori Prefecture, where it will continue to serve as a public space for visitors. Originally positioned at the entrance of the UAE Pavilion, the pergola provided a shaded area for mil»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Sharjah to build new Kalba roundabout with rose water fountain for visitors

Sharjah: Work is under way to construct a new public roundabout designed to welcome visitors entering the city from the western side, in line with directives from His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. According to the “Direct Line” progra»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Meet the Dubai teenage brothers running their own clothing brand: 'We wanted to support our mother'

Dubai: Walking into the small studio apartment in JVC, I was met with two shy boys and their mother Randa Alawi, a Saudi single mother working in food catering, who had just come home from work. Before I could sit down, she patted Bandr gently on the back, explaining that he was a little nervous. B»»»

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Sputnik 5h

How Ukraine's Manpower Crisis Went From Bad to Catastrophic

Ukraine’s armed forces are bleeding out, and proof of this is clearly visible on the front lines, military analyst Ivan Konovalov tells Sputnik. Most of the motivated fighters and nationalists within the Ukrainian military's ranks have already been wiped out, says Ivan Konovalov.Those who remain ar»»»

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Gulf News 5h

UAE joins Svalbard Treaty in Norway

The UAE has officially joined the Svalbard Treaty, following Federal Decree No. 125 of 2025. This step strengthens the country’s role in polar science and international cooperation and reflects its commitment to protecting some of the world’s most climate-sensitive regions. Svalbard is a Norwegian »»»

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PIA scraps discounts, cuts and suspends flights as fuel costs soar

Dubai: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has scrapped all passenger discounts and scaled back flight operations as surging jet fuel prices strain the carrier’s finances, Dawn reported. A spokesperson for the national airline said concessions would now be limited to children and infants, with al»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Indian and Pakistani schools in Dubai reopen, kicking off 2026-27 academic year online

Dubai: Living rooms doubling as classrooms and parents helping tiny fingers click the right login button. This was the scene at many households in Dubai on Monday morning as Indian and Pakistani schools began the 2026-27 academic year online, with hundreds of kindergarten children experiencing thei»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Flying to Saudi? You can now book your train and flight together

Dubai: Saudi Arabia is moving towards a more integrated travel experience, with national carrier Saudia and Saudi Arabia Railways signing an agreement to combine air and rail ticketing systems. The deal, announced at the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2026 in Madinah, will allow travellers to issue boardi»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Saudis to travel visa-free to Russia from May 11

Dubai: A visa-free travel agreement between Russia and Saudi Arabia will come into effect on May 11, allowing citizens of both countries to enter without a visa, according to a statement issued by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The agreement enables nationals of Russia and the Kingdom of »»»

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Gulf News 6h

Sharaf DG leads UAE e-waste drive, collects 10,000kg of old electronics through schools

Sharaf DG is leading its National E-Waste Drive by taking it closer to where habits form. By extending the initiative into schools across the UAE, the retailer is engaging students and families, widening participation while cultivating responsible disposal and circular environmental practices as pa»»»

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Gulf News 6h

UAE braces for rain, dust and rough seas

Dubai: The National Centre of Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather across the UAE, with scattered rainfall expected from Thursday through to Monday. In a statement, the centre said conditions on Tuesday and during the daytime on Wednesday would be fair to partly cloudy and occasionally dusty,»»»

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Dubai Police set two Guinness World Records at Dubai Marathon 2026

Dubai: Dubai Police has added another global milestone to its record, securing two new Guinness World Records during the Dubai Marathon 2026, reinforcing its reputation for excellence in sports and institutional performance. Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai »»»

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RTA opens new Al Mutakamela Vehicle Testing and Registration Centre

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new vehicle testing and registration centre, operated by Al Mutakamela in Al Qusais. The new centre features seven lanes for light vehicles and one lane for motorcycles, all equipped with the latest technologies. It is also staffed with a qua»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Why NASA approved iPhone 17 Pro Max for Artemis II Moon Mission: Inside the 4-phase testing process

NASA’s Artemis II mission is a milestone moment on multiple fronts. For the first time in over 50 years, the agency has sent a crewed spacecraft into deep space, marking its return to human lunar exploration in the 21st century. But alongside that historic leap comes a surprisingly modern twist: as»»»

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Gulf News 7h

OPF rolls out scholarships for overseas Pakistanis’ students

Duba: The Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) has announced a nationwide scholarship programme for the families of expatriates studying in Pakistan. The move aims at strengthening educational support for Pakistanis living abroad, Launched under the Overseas Pakistanis Education Fund (OPEF), the in»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 7h

Sofia Municipality Focuses on Better Use of Open Data and Digital Services

Sofia Municipality is stepping up efforts to improve the use of open data and digital services, Mayor Vassil Terziev said during a ceremony honouring Sofia students who won medals at international science Olympiads over the past year. Addressing the awardees, Terziev congratulated them and highligh»»»

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Gulf News 7h

UAE extends Nafis Emiratisation programme to 2040

Abu Dhabi: The UAE will extend its flagship Emiratisation programme Nafis until 2040 and introduce new family-focused benefits aimed at strengthening social stability and supporting Emirati participation in the private sector The move, made in implementation of directives from President His Highnes»»»

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Gulf News 7h

UAE air defences intercept twelve ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles, and 19 UAVs

Dubai: The UAE air defence systems on Monday (April 6, 2026) intercepted twelve ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and 19 drones, launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have intercepted 519 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missiles and 2,210 UAVs. »»»

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Business-review 8h

Salt Bank celebrates 2 years and launches Saving Challenge with bonuses for daily savings

This is where the Saving Challenge, the initiative launched by Salt Bank, began: not with large sums, but with the goal of building a saving habit. The challenge encourages customers to set aside the equivalent of a cup of coffee or more every day, not as an effort, but as a routine. The mechanism »»»

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Gulf News 8h

UAE air defences intercept twelve ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles, 19 UAVs

Dubai: The UAE air defence systems on Monday (April 6, 2026) intercepted twelve ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and 19 drones, launched from Iran. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air d»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Artemis mission approaches lunar loop for first flyby since 1972

Houston: The Artemis astronauts entered the final phase of their run-up to a lunar loop on Monday, a tipping point of sorts that means the Moon's gravity is now having a stronger pull on the spacecraft than Earth's. The Orion capsule will now whip around the Moon, setting the crew up to travel fart»»»

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RT 8h

Polymarket apologizes for allowing bets on US pilots downed in Iran after backlash

Prediction platform Polymarket has apologized for allowing users to place bets on whether American airmen from a downed US fighter jet would be rescued from Iran after facing backlash over questionable ethics. On Friday, a two-seater F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down over Iran, prompting the US to l»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

Israel Says to Boost Production of Arrow Missile Interceptors

Israel's defense ministry on Monday said it plans to accelerate production of Arrow missile interceptors, as it fights a war with Iran. The announcement came after questions emerged in the international media over how long Israel's interceptor stocks would last, with some analysts pointing to short»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 8h

Media Review: April 6

POLITICS With early parliamentary elections in Bulgaria two weeks away, the possibility of a coalition between two of the highest-ranked political entities in public opinion polls, Progressive Bulgaria and Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB), is discussed in a comment by political ana»»»

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Gulf News 8h

'I have two Outlooks and neither one is working': How Artemis II Crew battled tech glitches in space

Houston, we have trouble with Outlook. It turns out that even when you’re hurtling toward the moon at thousands of miles per hour, you still can’t escape Outlook. The 'oh same' moment Bluesky user Niki Grayson caught it: A clip of Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman dealing with the kind of tech supp»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

AirAsia X to raise fares, cut capacity over Mideast war

Kuala Lumpur: Southeast Asia's largest low-cost carrier AirAsia X said Monday it was raising ticket prices and cutting routes to cushion the impact of the war on Iran, but stressed demand for flights remained high. The Malaysia-based no-frills airline said about 10 percent of its overall flights ha»»»

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Gulf News 9h

Dubai firms are offering rent cuts, cash allowances, free exposure for small businesses– How to apply

Dubai: Dubai’s business community is stepping in to support smaller enterprises amid the war. Businesses are navigating a difficult operating environment marked by rising oil prices, a slowdown in tourism flows, supply chain disruptions, and softer consumer demand. While activity in areas such as t»»»

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Gulf News 9h

Fire breaks out at clothing warehouse in Sharjah’s industrial area; emergency teams respond

Sharjah Civil Defence teams, supported by specialised units from Sharjah Police General Headquarters, are tackling an accidental fire that broke out in a clothing warehouse in Industrial Area 10 on Monday. Authorities said the incident was reported at 12.51pm, prompting an immediate response from e»»»

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Gulf News 9h

UAE workforce to grow 12% with 1 million new jobs by 2030

Dubai: The UAE will need to add around one million new workers by 2030 as economic expansion, digital transformation and artificial intelligence adoption accelerate, according to a new report by ServiceNow and Pearson, with experts saying the shift will significantly reshape investment priorities, »»»

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Gulf News 9h

Bollywood ensemble comedy 'Welcome To The Jungle' to be shot in Dubai this summer

Dubai: Parts of the upcoming Bollywood ensemble comedy Welcome to the Jungle will be filmed in Dubai soon, Gulf News can exclusively reveal. According to a statement from production team led by Firoz A Nadiadwala, a key sequence featuring actors Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Arshad Warsi, and Rajpal»»»

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Naharnet 10h

Defiant Iran ramps up attacks after Trump warning

Iran launched fresh attacks across the Middle East on Monday and threatened "devastating" retaliation, after U.S. President Donald Trump's expletive-laced warning that Tehran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Israel, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates reported a barrage of missile and drone strike»»»

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UAE reviews Dh6 billion highway and mass transit plans linking Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman

Dubai: The UAE Infrastructure and Housing Council has reviewed major transport and infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening connectivity between emirates and supporting future urban growth, during its first meeting of 2026 chaired by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Inf»»»

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24 News Agency 10h

Kyrgyzstan undergoes AFC inspection as candidate to host U23 Asian Cup - | 24.KG

The Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) has officially submitted its candidacy to host the 2028 Asian Cup for Olympic teams (U23). ​​As part of this process, representatives of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) visited the Kyrgyz Republic to assess the country’s readiness for a tournament of this leve»»»

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