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International Women's Day in UAE: Women on how they show up and shine in uncertain times

Dubai: Ahead of International Women’s Day in the UAE on March 8, one thing is clear: this year, there are no pink cupcakes being sent to our desks (phew), no performative gestures by restaurants like women's day dinners with discounted desserts, and certainly no superficial displays of “wokeness.” »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Over 100 patients benefit from QRCSmedical mission in Syria’s Damascus

Tribune News Network Doha As part of Qatar’s constant support for the struggling Syrian health system, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has concluded a successful medical convoy in Damascus, Syria, in coordination with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent Society (SARCS) and Syria’s Ministry of Health (MO»»»

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Vintage Beauties: Classic Cars Steal the Show

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha As the sun slowly descended toward the horizon and the final moments before the Maghrib call to prayer approached, the engines of hundreds of cars echoed along the wide Lusail Boulevards and the coastal areas of Katara. Chrome grills glistened under the fading light, vintage »»»

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Filipino expats in Qatar praise swift govt response amid regional tensions

Darlene Regis As tensions in the region continue to unfold following Iranian strikes since late February, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in theGulf state are navigating a period marked by uncertainty, caution, and resilience. Qatar is home to a large expatriate population, including more than 200»»»

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Rahul Gandhi warns of threat to India’s farmers, data and energy security

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of “succumbing” to pressure from former US President Donald Trump, alleging that recent commitments made to the United States had compromised India’s farmers, energy independence, and data sovere»»»

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Dubai’s ‘Most Noble Number’ charity auction kicks off, DD 999 plate sells for Dh5.1 million

Dubai: The “Most Noble Number” charity auction for distinctive vehicle plate and mobile numbers began today at the Armani Hotel Dubai in the Burj Khalifa, bringing together philanthropists and donors eager to support a humanitarian campaign aimed at saving millions of children from hunger. The auct»»»

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BBC 4h

Dozens killed as Israeli special forces raid Lebanese village in search of 40-year-old remains

Dozens more people have been killed in Lebanon in major Israeli air and ground operations, as the war with the Iran-backed group Hezbollah continues to escalate. Overnight, one Israeli operation in a town in the eastern Bekaa Valley - a focal point of the rising hostilities - saw at least 41 people»»»

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Qatar Tribune 5h

Amir, UAE president stress need for immediate cessation of military escalation, preventing its expansion

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has received a telephone call from his President of the sisterly United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. At the beginning of the call, the President of the UAE inquired about the situatio»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Iran conflict: Dubai vehicle struck by debris from air interception, driver dies

Dubai: Authorities in Dubai have confirmed that debris from an aerial interception fell onto a vehicle in the Al Barsha area, killing the driver, an Asian national. The Dubai Media Office shared the information on their X page, and emergency teams responded promptly to the incident. Investigations »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Amir receives phone call from UAE President

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call today from his brother President of the United Arab Emirates HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. At the beginning of the call, HH the President of the UAE inquired about the situation in the State of Qatar follow»»»

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BBC 5h

UK to charter flight for British nationals out of Dubai

The UK government will charter a flight from Dubai early next week for British nationals wanting to leave the region, subject to the situation on the ground. The commercial flight, to leave from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), will be available for a charge. British nationals, their spouse or partn»»»

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Gulf News 5h

ADNOC says operations continue normally despite regional developments

Abu Dhabi: ADNOC said its operations are continuing despite the current regional developments, confirming that established contingency protocols have been activated to safeguard personnel, assets and facilities. In a statement, the company said it is working closely with the relevant authorities to»»»

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UAE food supplies stable, fruit and vegetable prices decline, minister says

Dubai: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed the stability of food supplies in the UAE, noting that fruit and vegetable markets are witnessing a significant abundance of products alongside a noticeable decline in prices. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by download»»»

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Iran conflict: Debris from air interception hits Dubai Marina tower

Dubai: Authorities in Dubai responded to an incident in the Dubai Marina area after debris from a successful air interception fell onto the façade of a tower. No injuries were reported, the Dubai Media Office confirmed in a post on their X page. Emergency teams inspected the site and ensured public»»»

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Gulf News 6h

UAE air defences respond to incoming Iranian missile and drone threats

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence said the country’s air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, confirming that interception operations are underway across the country. In a public advisory shared by the ministry, authorities said the sounds heard in di»»»

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BBC 7h

Why did Iran's president apologise?

Iran's president Masoud Pezeshkian surprised many observers when he apologised to Iran's neighbours for recent strikes against them, during an address delivered on Saturday morning as part of the country's interim leadership. Apologies between states are rare, particularly during active conflict, a»»»

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Gulf News 7h

One week of widening war: Leaders killed, nuclear sites hit — what we know so far

Dubai: A week after the United States and Israel launched a sweeping military campaign against Iran, the conflict has rapidly expanded across the Middle East, with strikes hitting nuclear facilities, military bases and senior leadership targets inside Iran. The fighting has already killed nearly 1,»»»

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Sputnik 8h

US Bases in Middle East Fail to Secure Nations & Become Safety Risk - Expert

American bases in the Middle East are constantly facing various kinds of attacks and do not protect the countries on whose territory they are located that effectively, Turkish political scientist Umur Tugay Yucel tells Sputnik. "For a long time, the Gulf countries had unwavering trust in the Americ»»»

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Gulf News 8h

UAE ‘not an easy target’, President warns enemies not to misjudge its strength

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the UAE would emerge stronger from the ongoing war and warned that the country should not be mistaken for weak, stressing that the UAE is “not an easy target”. Speaking during a televised interview while visiting injured vict»»»

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Gulf News 8h

UAE activates air defences amid missile and 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 on Saturday, 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 result »»»

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Sana 9h

Syrian foreign minister meets Turkish ambassador to discuss regional developments

Damascus, March 7 (SANA) Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met Turkey’s ambassador to Syria, Nuh Yilmaz, in Damascus on Saturday to discuss recent regional developments and bilateral cooperation, the ministry said. According to a statement published on the Foreign Ministry’s Telegram»»»

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Qatar Tribune 9h

Message of solidarity with Qatar from Parliamentary Assembly of Francophonie

DOHA: The Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF) expressed its deep solidarity with the State of Qatar following the Iranian attacks it was subjected to. This came in a message received by Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, from APF General Delegate HE Amelia L»»»

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Al Majalla 9h

US-Iran war: aviation industry hits turbulence

The effects of the war unfolding between the United States, Israel, and Iran have found their way to the global aviation industry. Within hours of the first bombs, airspace closed, key Arab Gulf airports suspended operations, flights were cancelled, passengers were stranded, airline share prices fe»»»

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Gulf News 9h

Weather update: Rains expected in parts of UAE on Sunday

Abu Dhabi: The UAE is expected to experience partly cloudy to cloudy conditions on Sunday, with a chance of light rainfall in some western, coastal and island areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). In its daily forecast, the NCM said winds will be light to moderate, freshenin»»»

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BBC 9h

Iran will continue to defend itself against aggression, ambassador to UK says

Iran will continue to defend itself if the "aggression from the American and Israeli side continues", the Iranian ambassador to the UK has told the BBC. While on Saturday Iran's president apologised to its Gulf neighbours and promised to stop attacks, Seyed Ali Mousavi told Sunday with Laura Kuenss»»»

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The Peninsula 10h

What to do if you hear explosion while driving: MOI

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MOI) has issued a set of safety guideline for motorists, on how to response if they hear an explosion while driving. In a video shared across its social media, the Ministry advised drivers to immediately slow down and pull over to a safe area. The following in»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Limited Air Arabia flights now operating from UAE

Dubai: Air Arabia has announced that it has resumed a limited number of flights to and from the UAE, starting Saturday, 7 March. Passengers are advised to check the current flight schedule on the airline’s Travel Update page before making any travel plans. Customers whose flights were previously ca»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Etihad Airways updates flight schedule: Check your booking for latest changes

Etihad Airways has released an updated flight schedule for the coming days as operations gradually resume. The airline said guests with existing bookings will be accommodated on available flights as soon as possible, with tickets also available via its official website. Also Read: Emirates, flyduba»»»

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BBC 11h

Military chief defends UK response to Middle East conflict

The head of the British military has told the BBC he "completely rejects" criticism that the UK had been ill-prepared for the conflict in the Middle East. Speaking on Saturday as war continued in the region, Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton said it was "probably the most dangerous ti»»»

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Al Awsat 12h

Trump Says Iran ‘Will Be Hit Very Hard’, Threatens to Expand Targets

US President Donald Trump said Iran would be "hit very hard" on Saturday and that he was considering widening the ‌areas and ‌groups of ‌people ⁠being, targeted, without providing ⁠details. "Today Iran will be hit very hard! Under serious consideration for complete destruction and ⁠certain death, b»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 12h

GERB Leader Borissov: Political Crisis Not Created by GERB

The political crisis in the country was not created by GERB, party leader Boyko Borissov said on Saturday after inspecting the facilities of the new St Anastasia Children's Hospital in Burgas. “We are not the creators of the political crisis. We are only warning about it,” Borissov said. According »»»

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Al Majalla 12h

In US-Iran war, willpower could trump firepower

Missiles and drones are core elements of Iran’s military power. The country has relied on them heavily and almost exclusively in its fight against the US and Israel. The Iranian air force can’t be trusted because it has antiquated equipment dating to the Shah era, and while the Iranian navy has som»»»

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Gulf News 12h

Three killed, 112 injured in UAE since start of missile and drone attacks

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 15 ballistic missiles and 119 drones on Saturday as part of a new wave of attacks targeting the country, the Ministry of Defence said. According to the ministry, air defences detected 16 ballistic missiles on March 7, destroying 15 »»»

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Gulf News 12h

Ranked: The 2050 global economy — who will be the richest nations? Where India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Philippines, Egypt, Nigeria may rank

In the long journey of nations, there come moments when the balance of industry and wealth shifts as the tide shifts upon the sea. So it may be with the world economy in the years ahead. Figures drawn from the estimations of Goldman Sachs suggest that by the middle of this century, around 2050, the»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

Iranian Hardline Clerics Seek Swift Naming of New Supreme Leader

Two influential and ‌hardline Iranian clerics have called for the swift selection of a new supreme leader to help guide the nation amid a new wave of US and Israeli strikes, Iranian media reported on Saturday. The calls by the clerics suggest that at least some in the clerical establishment are unc»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 13h

Silistra Residents Block Border Crossing with Romania in Protest over High Electricity Bills

Residents of Silistra blocked the road leading to the border checkpoint with Romania in protest against high electricity bills. Some of the demonstrators waved Bulgarian flags and carried banners with messages such as “No to monopolies!”, “Stop robbing the people”, and “No to the energy mafia”. The»»»

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Gulf News 13h

Eid Al Fitr likely on March 20 in UAE, astronomers say

Sharjah: Eid Al Fitr is expected to fall on Friday, March 20, 2026, according to astronomical calculations announced by the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology. The academy’s astronomical observatory said its calculations indicate that Ramadan 1447 AH will complete 30 days,»»»

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Gulf News 13h

Philippine embassy, consulate in UAE issues advisory on overstay fines exemptions

Dubai: Travellers who were unable to leave the UAE due to the recent temporary airspace closure will not face financial penalties for overstaying. The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai and Northern Emirates have issued an advisory confirming that UAE auth»»»

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Gulf News 13h

UAE private sector operating at full capacity: MoHRE

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has affirmed that the labour market in the United Arab Emirates continues to perform with efficiency and stability despite global and regional developments. The ministry noted that companies across all economic sectors in the country are ope»»»

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Gulf News 13h

Abu Dhabi hotels and attractions open as usual, travel guidance for visitors

Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has confirmed that hotels, attractions, cultural sites, museums, and experiences are fully operational. Public services, transport networks, and cultural attractions continue to operate normally. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by dow»»»

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Egypt Independent 14h

Foreign investors withdraw $2 billion from Egyptian markets amid regional tensions

Foreign investments in Egyptian market Foreign investors have sold off a massive amount of Egyptian government debt (bonds and treasury bills). In just four days of trading, they withdrew more than LE 102.3 billion, which is roughly $2.046 billion. While the stock market also saw foreigners leaving»»»

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Gulf News 14h

Oman Air cancels flights to Dubai, Doha and Gulf cities

Dubai: Oman Air has cancelled several regional and international flights between March 9 and March 11 as continuing airspace closures linked to regional tensions disrupt aviation across parts of the Middle East. In a travel advisory issued on Saturday, the airline said services to and from a number»»»

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Gulf News 14h

CBSE postpones Class XII exams; Class X exams cancelled in Middle East

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a postponement of Class XII board examinations in the Middle East regions, including Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Class XII exams postponedExams scheduled for 9, 10, and 11 March 2026 have been postponed»»»

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Qatar announces rules for Ramadan mosque retreat

Dubai: Qatar’s Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has issued a set of guidelines governing i‘tikaf, the spiritual retreat observed in mosques during the final ten days of Ramadan, in an effort to organise the practice while ensuring comfort for worshippers. In a statement, the ministry said the »»»

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Gulf News 15h

Oil prices: Brent surges to $92.62, WTI hits $90.72 amid Iran war

Oil markets are in turmoil as prices spiked further on Saturday (March 7, 2026) following a sharp climb on Friday driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East. Live market data as of 8.35am GMT, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude climbed to $92.62, up $2.18 from $92.62 from $90.72 on Friday, w»»»

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Gulf News 15h

Iran rejects surrender as US-Israel strikes intensify: What we know so far

Dubai: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran would not capitulate to Israel or the United States despite a week of heavy strikes on Iranian territory. In a speech broadcast on state television, he declared that those hoping for the surrender of the Iranian people would “take that wish to »»»

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The Peninsula 15h

UAE authorities handling minor debris incident in Dubai

Dubai, UAE: The Government of Dubai Media Office announced on Saturday that the competent authorities in the emirate dealt with a minor incident resulting from the fall of debris caused by the successful interception of an aerial threat by UAE's air defence systems, with no injuries reported. In a »»»

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Gulf News 15h

What Dubai visitors should know about flights and hotels

Dubai: Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has ensured visitors in the emirate that the “situation in Dubai is stable, with public services continuing to operate.” “The safety and well-being of citizens, residents and visitors remains the UAE’s highest priority,” it said in a Saturday t»»»

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Gulf News 16h

Dhurandhar: The Revenge trailer out: Here's why we think this will be more bloody, violent, and filled with dark humour

Dubai: The trailer for Dhurandhar: The Revenge is finally out, and if first impressions are anything to go by, the upcoming action thriller led by Ranveer Singh (his hair still looks lush) looks far more intense than expected. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film appears to lean heavily into a darker,»»»

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Gulf News 16h

Emirates cancels all flights to and from Dubai until further notice

All flights to and from Dubai have been suspended until further notice. Emirates advised passengers not to travel to airports and thanked them for their patience. The airline stressed that the safety of passengers and crew remains its highest priority. Also Read: Cancelled UAE flights? How to manag»»»

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