Why the UAE will see unsettled weather over the coming days
Dubai: The UAE is set for variable weather conditions over the coming days, influenced by an extension of a surface low-pressure system from the east and a ridge of high pressure from the west, combined with an upper-air low-pressure system, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. Conditions»»»
Oil price spike: Brent, WTI jump nearly 5% after Trump's Iran speech
Oil futures showed mixed movements Thursday morning (April 2, 2026) amid ongoing volatility tied to the U.S.-Iran conflict. As of the latest snapshot: WTI Crude rose to $103.69, up +$3.57 (+3.57%). Brent Crude climbed to $105.53, up +$4.37 (+4.32%). Murban Crude (UAE benchmark) fell to $103.63, dow»»»
‘What did you learn today?’: How UAE parents are making distance learning work
In the beginning, her seven-year-old daughter would feel a little sleepy after switching on the laptop. This sleepiness only set in for academics; she could game for hours if she had the opportunity. Yet her mother, Dubai-based Diya Mathur, says that she slowly found a way to make her daughter conc»»»
Trump urges allies to ‘go to the Strait of Hormuz and just take it’
US President Donald Trump has urged countries that buy oil from the Middle East to unblock the Strait of Hormuz by force unless Iran reopens the vital shipping route to all vessels. He made the appeal in his first address to the nation on Wednesday, after weeks of chastising NATO members for refusi»»»
Oil prices — worst behind us now? WTI, Brent drop to under $100, Murban at $103 on war ceasefire hopes amid thin overnight trading
Fresh signals of de-escalation in the Iran conflict continued to drain the massive “war premium” that had driven prices above $110 just days earlier. WTI, the main US oil price benchmark, crashed under $100 as ceasefire hopes emerged overnight. As of 10:12 AM (Tokyo) | 1:12 AM GMT (London) on Thurs»»»
Indian schools in Dubai home deliver books to students ahead of online reopening
Dubai/Sharjah: As Dubai's Indian schools prepare to begin Academic Year 2026–27 online, several institutions are going the extra mile, quite literally, by delivering textbooks and other school supplies straight to students' doorsteps Dubai's Indian schools are scheduled to reopen online on April 6,»»»
UAE residents told situation safe after defence operation against Iran aerial threats
UAE authorities (Ministry of Defence) confirmed the situation is safe following successful interceptions of Iranian missile and drone threats, allowing residents to resume normal activities while remaining cautious. Residents received official alerts via mobile phones acknowledging successful neutr»»»
UAE's air defence systems responding to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran
Abu Dhabi: The UAE's air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, the Ministry of Defence said early on Thursday, as loud sounds were reported in several parts of the country. In a statement, the ministry said the noises heard across different areas were the r»»»
Liftoff: Nasa launches first crewed Moon mission in over 50 years
CAPE CANAVERAL: Four astronauts launched today towards the Moon aboard the Orion capsule, using the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in the US state of Florida. With a thunderous roar that reverberated far beyond the launchpad, the enormous orange-and-white r»»»
Liftoff: Nasa launches first crewed Moon mission in over 50 years
CAPE CANAVERAL: Four astronauts launched today towards the Moon aboard the Orion capsule, using the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in the US state of Florida. With a thunderous roar that reverberated far beyond the launchpad, the enormous orange-and-white r»»»
Gold is a $31 trillion asset. Why aren’t portfolios catching up?
Dubai: The global gold market is now valued at around $31 trillion, built on nearly 220,000 tonnes of above-ground stock accumulated over centuries, making it one of the largest and most enduring asset classes in the financial system. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.De»»»
New UN report urges action to restore navigation through Strait of Hormuz
NEW YORK: The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) confirmed in a new report released Wednesday that maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly come to a standstill, recording a 95% decrease in the number of vessels passing through daily over the past month. »»»
Trump’s Nato threat rattles alliance as global economy reels from Iran's choking of Hormuz
Of all the pressure tactics in Donald Trump’s playbook, threatening to pull the United States out of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato) has always been one of the most powerful—and destabilizing. Asked by The Telegraph whether he was reconsidering US membership in the Western military al»»»
It’s time to ban smartphones in schools
By this time, we are all familiar with the image of some harried schoolteacher attempting to maintain control over a classroom where the majority of students are transfixed by their smartphones instead of the dusty chalkboard. The dangers of social media for the minds of young and old alike has alr»»»
New UN report urges action to restore navigation through Strait of Hormuz
NEW YORK: The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) confirmed in a new report released Wednesday that maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly come to a standstill, recording a 95% decrease in the number of vessels passing through daily over the past month. »»»
Scattered rain, morning fog expected across UAE until 6 April
ABU DHABI: The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast a period of unsettled weather across the UAE, through 6 April, advising residents to prepare for shifting conditions including rain and reduced visibility. The forecast indicates a mix of fair to cloudy skies, with light to moderate r»»»
Amir-UAE president talks in Abu Dhabi praised by ministers
Ministers also praised Tuesday’s discussions held in Abu Dhabi between HH the Amir and HH President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, which reflected the close fraternal relations and strategic partnership between the two nations and addressed escalating regional tensi»»»
MoT moves Autonomous E-Mobility Forum from April to September 7-9
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Transport (MoT) has moved the 2nd edition of the Autonomous e-Mobility Forum to September 7-9, 2026, against the backdrop of the current regional situation. The Forum was initially scheduled this April 7-9. Organised by Just us & Otto Marketing Services, th»»»
UAE affirms embrace of Iranian community as integral to its diverse social fabric: MoFA
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has issued a statement affirming that the UAE is home to a respected and valued Iranian community that forms an integral part of its social fabric and contributes to its diversity and openness. The UAE is home to more than 200 nationalities, reflect»»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
War snuffs out signs of recovery in Turkish manufacturing, shows March PMI
Ill-effects of the conflict in the Middle East in March snuffed out the beginnings of a possible recovery in Turkish manufacturing, according to the latest Istanbul Chamber of Industry Turkiye Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), released on April 1 by S&P Global. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
War snuffs out signs of recovery in Turkish manufacturing, shows March PMI
Ill-effects of the conflict in the Middle East in March snuffed out the beginnings of a possible recovery in Turkish manufacturing, according to the latest Istanbul Chamber of Industry Turkiye Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), released on April 1 by S&P Global. »»»
Aircon: from comfort to matter of life and death
The last three years were the hottest ever recorded and it’s only going to get worse – to the point where people will start to die from overheating. Unless you have an air conditioner. As a species, humans can only t»»»
Aircon: from comfort to matter of life and death
The last three years were the hottest ever recorded and it’s only going to get worse – to the point where people will start to die from overheating. Unless you have an air conditioner. As a species, humans can only t»»»
Aircon: from comfort to matter of life and death
The last three years were the hottest ever recorded and it’s only going to get worse – to the point where people will start to die from overheating. Unless you have an air conditioner. As a species, humans can only t»»»
Aircon: from comfort to matter of life and death
The last three years were the hottest ever recorded and it’s only going to get worse – to the point where people will start to die from overheating. Unless you have an air conditioner. As a species, humans can only t»»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
BALKAN BLOG: The connection between the Middle East conflict and Slovenia’s closely fought election
Allegations of foreign interference involving an Israeli private intelligence firm cast a shadow over Slovenia’s closely contested parliamentary election, highlighting how geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are increasingly impacting domestic politics in Europe. »»»
Gulf interest, market jitters and EU delays shape Ukraine’s defence industry outlook
Ukraine’s defence sector is drawing growing interest from Gulf states even as financial pressures mount and European support faces delays, reported Ukraine Business News. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said his recent tour »»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
Gulf interest, market jitters and EU delays shape Ukraine’s defence industry outlook
Ukraine’s defence sector is drawing growing interest from Gulf states even as financial pressures mount and European support faces delays, reported Ukraine Business News. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said his recent tour »»»
UAE air defences intercept 5 ballistic missiles, 35 UAVs
ABU DHABI: The UAE air defences on Wednesday intercepted 5 ballistic missiles and 35 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged 438 ballistic missiles, 19 cruise missiles and 2,012 UAVs. The attacks resulted in the martyrdom of 2 members o»»»
Ust-Luga and Primorsk to their lowest levels since pre-war time
Russia has lost over $1bn in oil export revenues Ukraine’s week-long attacks on its two most important Baltic Sea ports of Ust-Luga and Primorsk. Weekly shipments through both ports have fallen by two-thirds. However, as U»»»
Florida baby dies after being left in a car, marking first US hot car death this year - UPI.com
A baby died in Florida this week after being left in a hot car in Winter Haven, local police and safety advocates say, becoming the first child to die in a hot car this year. The infant died Tuesday after being left in a hot car in Winter Haven, Fla., according to FOX 13 and the Winter Haven Police»»»
Trump attends birthright citizenship hearing at Supreme Court in historic first
In a historic first, Donald Trump became the first US sitting president to attend oral arguments at the Supreme Court on Wednesday as it weighed his bid to restrict birthright citizenship. During more than two hours of questioning, justices from across the ideological spectrum assessed the policy’s»»»
Focus - US public media under pressure from White House
Since the start of Donald Trump’s second term, media outlets in the United States have faced an uphill battle. Targeted verbal attacks, attempts to control information and press credentials, and financial pressure are just some of the ways the White House has sought to influence reporting –or label»»»
'Strategy of ecological terror. Desalination as a weapon of war' in the Middle East
Eve Irvine is pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Christopher Low, Associate Professor of History and Director of the Middle East Center at the University of Utah. As a historian of infrastructure and environmental systems in the Middle East, his work examines how seemingly technical systems, like desal»»»
Iran using AI clips to counter US media machine (VIDEOS)
RT has looked into how Iran has used cheap, AI-generated clips to mock US President Donald Trump and the American military, countering the multibillion-dollar US media machine during the conflict in the Middle East. Videos by Tehran address the latest developments in the war, warning that US troops»»»
$2bn World Bank loan to eliminate Bosporus bottleneck in China-Europe trade corridor breakthrough
The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs state version of SAVE Act into law - UPI.com
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new law Wednesday making voters prove their citizenship. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI | License Photo April 1 (UPI) -- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Wednesday a state bill similar to the federal Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act. The law will take ef»»»