Gulf News 33m

Dubai court upholds dismissal of Dh150,000 compensation claim, rules no abuse of legal rights

Dubai: The Dubai Court of Appeal has upheld a lower court ruling dismissing a Dh150,000 compensation claim, finding no abuse of legal rights and ordering the appellant to bear court costs, legal fees and seizure of the security deposit. The court said the appeal was accepted in form but rejected on»»»

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DW 42m

Can small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?

BusinessEuropeCan small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?Srinivas MazumdaruSupporters say modular reactors are key to meeting energy goals, but critics say they're a costly distraction. https://p.dw.com/p/5BVFMSMRs produce less than 300 MW of electricity — roughly a third of the output of co»»»

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Gulf News 43m

India nuclear breakthrough as fast breeder reactor hits criticality: Why does it matter

Dubai: India has taken a significant step towards long-term energy security after its most advanced nuclear reactor achieved a key milestone, marking progress in a decades-old plan to produce its own nuclear fuel. The Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam in Tamil Nadu has attained “cr»»»

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Gulf News 45m

Two Pakistani injured after missile strikes administrative building in Sharjah

Sharjah: Authorities in Sharjah are responding to an incident involving a ballistic missile launched from Iran that struck an administrative building belonging to Thuraya Telecommunications Company in the Central Region on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. According to Sharjah Government Media Bureau, the inc»»»

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Gulf News 45m

Dubai: Dh1,000 fine for stopping on roads after crash injures three

Dubai: Dubai Police have warned motorists against stopping in the middle of roads, stressing that the dangerous violation can lead to serious accidents, injuries and fatalities. The warning follows a three-vehicle collision on Al Khail Road towards Abu Dhabi that left three people injured after a d»»»

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Gulf News 56m

Dubai draws 3 million visitors at DWTC in 2025

Dubai: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) hosted nearly 3 million participants in 2025, as the number of events and international attendance continued to rise across its venues. A total of 2.97 million people attended events at DWTC last year, marking a 12 per cent increase compared to 2024. The growt»»»

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Gulf News 58m

Abu Dhabi sets 3-tier penalties for private schools over online learning

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi’s Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has introduced a three-level classification system for violations committed by private schools delivering distance learning, setting out a detailed enforcement framework that ranges from written notices to licence reviews for serio»»»

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Gulf News 58m

Try a driverless taxi in Dubai's Umm Suqeim, Jumeirah

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially launched autonomous taxi services in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah. The driverless taxis, introduced in partnership with autonomous driving companies Apollo Go and WeRide, can now be booked through the Uber app or the Apollo Go app, allowi»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai boosts Gaza relief efforts with urgent healthcare support

Dubai: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian (DXBH) has facilitated the dispatch of essential medical aid to Gaza. Through its Global Humanitarian Impact Fund, DXBH has organised the overland»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE issues 10 rules to keep students safe during remote learning

Dubai: The UAE’s Ministry of Education has issued 10 key guidelines aimed at protecting students during periods of remote learning, as schools across the country step up efforts to ensure children remain safe and engaged in digital classrooms. The guidance, circulated to both public and private sch»»»

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France24 1h

Trump's threatened destruction of Iranian infrastructure could be a war crime, legal experts say

US President Donald Trump said Monday that he was “not at all” concerned about the risk of committing war crimes in Iran if he carried out his threat to bomb bridges and power plants. Experts in military law, however, say that deliberately bombing civilian infrastructure is a violation of inte»»»

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France24 1h

One Health Summit begins in Lyon, France: How to prevent health risks ?

Sophie Drogué, INRAE Research Engineer, is our guest.»»»

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Business-review 1h

Cognizant Romania earns Great Place To Work global certification

“The Great Place To Work Certification means a great deal to us precisely because it comes directly from our people. We are proud that our 2,500+ colleagues in Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iași, Timișoara and Baia Mare confirm, in their own words, that Cognizant Romania is a place where it is worth work»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE air defences intercept 1 ballistic missile and 11 drones

The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday that air defenses engaged 1 ballistic missile, and 11 drones originating from Iran. Since the start of Iran's brazen attacks, the UAE air defenses have engaged 520 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missiles, and 2,221 drones. Get updated faster and for FREE: »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Emirates NBD launches fee relief package as support amid regional pressures

Dubai: Emirates NBD has introduced a temporary support package aimed at helping small and medium-sized businesses manage costs and cash flow over the coming months. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The Dubai-based lender said the initiative offers »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Iran’s 10-point peace plan: What’s on the table and why it matters

Iran has unveiled a 10-point proposal aimed at ending its conflict with the United States and Israel, offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and reduce regional tensions in exchange for sanctions relief and security guarantees. The plan, delivered through Pakistani mediation, comes as US President»»»

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Gulf News 2h

How NASA’s Artemis II mission’s tribute from space is leaving people in tears

Dubai: This morning, I came across a video that many may have scrolled past. I could not. It has stayed with me all day — quiet, unassuming, and yet deeply moving. The past few years have not been kind to humanity. Since the start of this decade, we have endured a pandemic that claimed over 7 milli»»»

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Gulf News 2h

What’s on the agenda at the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026

Dubai: The upcoming Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026 will serve as a key platform to advance sustainable farming practices, strengthen food security, and foster collaboration across the agricultural sector in line with the UAE’S national food security strategy 2051. Speaking at a»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Trump’s Iran ultimatum: Bluff, brinkmanship or imminent strike?

Dubai: With hours ticking down on a self-imposed deadline, US President Donald Trump is facing a defining test — whether to carry out sweeping threats to strike Iran’s critical infrastructure or once again step back from the brink. Trump has warned that unless Tehran agrees to reopen the Strait of »»»

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UPI 3h

DeSantis signs bill expanding Florida terror designation powers - UPI.com

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (C) holds up a bill he signed Monday that expands the state's powers to impose domestic and foreign terrorist organization designations. Photo courtesy of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis/Facebook April 7 (UPI) -- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation authorizing state»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Bishkek City Hall moves away from paper utility bills - | 24.KG

Bishkek is preparing for a digital reform of utility payments, with authorities launching a transition to unified electronic bills that will replace paper ones and consolidate all services into a single document, the City Hall’s press service said. As part of instructions from the Presidential Admi»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

SME Financing Moves to the Core of Saudi Arabia’s Non-Oil Economy

In a sign of a deep shift in the structure of financing within Saudi Arabia’s economy, and reflecting the goals of Vision 2030 to diversify the production base, credit facilities extended to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises reached a record high at the end of 2025. Banks and finance compan»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Freedom of Speech Does Not Guarantee Critical, Investigative Journalism, Anti-Corruption Bloc Candidate Filip Pavlov Says

Free media do not guarantee critical and investigative journalism, Filip Pavlov top-on-the list MP candidate for the Anti-Corruption Bloc in Vratsa said at a meeting with citizens. "Media freedom is necessary, but it is not sufficient. The media may be free, but they may not ask the tough questions»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

How to find the best Qatar discounts without wasting time or money

In Qatar, a discount is not always a real saving. Most shoppers have had the same experience: you walk into a store, spot a bright sale sign, make a purchase, and still leave unsure whether you actually got the best deal. The problem is not that discounts are rare. The problem is that they are ofte»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Iran war: Deal, no deal, on Tuesday — what happens next? How Hormuz shock could redefine energy, markets, and risk

The disruption of crude oil tanker and cargo traffic through the Strait of Hormuz did more than send oil prices sharply higher. It exposed a hard truth: the global economy — for all its digital sophistication, financial complexity, space and tech progress — still rests on physical corridors, pipes,»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Opportunity inside uncertainty: A smarter approach to your finances

Financial uncertainty has a way of revealing exactly how prepared we are. And in his experience, most people are far less prepared than they think, not because they lack discipline, but because they lack visibility. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Jaipur pink elephant death case sparks animal welfare debate: PETA India files a letter to Russian artist

Dubai: A photoshoot that set social media ablaze has taken an even more charged turn following the death of the elephant at its centre. Chanchal, a 67-year-old female elephant who was painted pink for a shoot by Russian art photographer Julia Buruleva in Jaipur, died in February 2026, triggering an»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Reckless drivers arrested in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi Police warn against dangerous stunts

Al Ain: Police in Al Ain have arrested a number of motorists accused of reckless driving and dangerous vehicle stunts, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen road safety and reduce traffic risks. The arrests were carried out by the Traffic and Patrols Directorate under Abu Dhabi Police as part of»»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran and US-Israeli coalition trade tit-for-tat missiles strikes as Trump’s Power Day deadline looms

The clock is running down on US President Donald Trump’s “Power Day” deadline of 8PM EST on April 7 (midnight GMT), where he has threatened to destroy Iran’s entire power sector, ratcheting up the pressure on Tehran to cut some sort of deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 3h

Moldova condemns repeated violations of airspace by Russian drones

Moldova’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on April 3 condemned a series of airspace violations involving Shahed drones launched by Russia, calling the incidents an “unacceptable” breach of sovereignty and international law, Unimedia reported. »»»

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BNE 3h

Slovak PM Fico to visit Moscow for Victory Day

Slovakia’s populist Prime Minister Robert Fico has announced he will make another visit to Moscow, where he will attend the commemorations of the end of World War II anniversary on May 9. Fico also announced he is to comme»»»

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BNE 3h

Slovak PM Fico to visit Moscow for Victory Day

Slovakia’s populist Prime Minister Robert Fico has announced he will make another visit to Moscow, where he will attend the commemorations of the end of World War II anniversary on May 9. Fico also announced he is to comme»»»

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BNE 3h

Slovak PM Fico to visit Moscow for Victory Day

Slovakia’s populist Prime Minister Robert Fico has announced he will make another visit to Moscow, where he will attend the commemorations of the end of World War II anniversary on May 9. Fico also announced he is to comme»»»

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BNE 3h

Slovak PM Fico to visit Moscow for Victory Day

Slovakia’s populist Prime Minister Robert Fico has announced he will make another visit to Moscow, where he will attend the commemorations of the end of World War II anniversary on May 9. Fico also announced he is to comme»»»

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Business-review 4h

Princemob Buro: Romania’s office furniture market, estimated at EUR 400 million

Industry specialists say these cost increases could lead companies to reassess their fit-out budgets, which in practice translates into postponing new projects or reducing their scale. At the same time, more and more companies are turning to optimized solutions—reusing existing furniture, phased pu»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Luxury Palm Jumeirah apartment sold for Dh65.4 million

Dubai: A luxury off-plan apartment on Palm Jumeirah has been sold for Dh65.4 million, underlining continued strong demand for high-end property in the emirate despite wider regional tensions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.According to data from the Dubai Land Departm»»»

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Naharnet 4h

Iran defiant as deadline looms for Trump threat to infrastructure

Iran showed no sign of backing down Tuesday as a U.S. deadline loomed for it to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, defying threats by President Donald Trump to "decimate" the country's civilian infrastructure. The Iranian army dismissed what they called Trump's "arrogant rhetoric and baseless threats", s»»»

Business-review 4h

bpv Grigorescu Ștefănică advised Autonom International on its investment in Eazy Asigurari

Known for its extensive expertise in the automotive industry and its sustainable business model, the Autonom Group enters Eazy Insurance’s shareholding as a portfolio investor. While maintaining a non-executive role in the company’s management, the group will support Eazy Insurance’s growth by leve»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai’s KHDA issues distance learning guide: Parents not expected to perform role of teachers

Dubai: Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has released a new guide to help parents support their children during distance learning. The Parent Guide to Supporting Your Child During Distance Learning provides clear, practical advice to help families manage learning at home, the»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Cross-border partnerships usher in new era of economic expansion across GCC

The unique convergence of innovation and dynamism is reshaping the growth story of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies as the focus shifts to strengthening non-oil sectors like tourism, renewable energy and technology. Cross-border industrial partnerships are leading this transformation, refle»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Sharjah EV charging law: New fees, up to Dh10,000 fine

Sharjah has introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework governing electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, setting clear rules on pricing, licensing, and penalties as the emirate accelerates its shift toward sustainable mobility. Issued under Executive Council Resolution No. 15 of 2026, t»»»

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Gulf News 5h

How the UAE is defying the Strait of Hormuz shutdown to power the nation

Dubai: The UAE has sufficient and diversified energy sources to meet all of its domestic needs, even amid regional tensions, Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, said, stressing that the country is well positioned to safeguard energy security for residents and businesses. Spea»»»

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