Gulf News 5h

Why the Philippines is shifting focus from remittances to diaspora engagement

Dubai: The Philippines is redefining its approach to the 10.7 million Filipinos living abroad. Historically reliant on remittances, the country is now turning to its diaspora as “permanent strategic partners” for long-term development. The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) has shifted the agen»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Sheikh Hamdan thanks Indian students for heartfelt rendition of UAE national anthem

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has expressed his thanks to Indian students who have performed the UAE national anthem using traditi»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

In Gaza, fibreglass homes aim to offer more 'dignity' for displaced

Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territories: In southern Gaza, aid workers are meticulously assembling fibreglass homes meant to shelter thousands of Palestinians still displaced six months after a ceasefire started between Israel and Hamas. Nearly two million people in Gaza are living in makeshift shelter»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Dubai night beaches draw record crowds as visitors double

Dubai: Visitor numbers to Dubai’s night swimming beaches rose by 50 per cent last year compared to 2024, due to the growing demand for after-dark swimming activities across the emirate. According to Emarat Al Youm, Dubai Municipality said it is working on plans to expand the concept to additional p»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

'Howl at the Moon': NASA's bid to boost space enthusiasm

Houston: When NASA flight director Zebulon Scoville was working a shift during the uncrewed Artemis I test flight, he realized the US space agency wasn't consistently livestreaming the spacecraft's journey to Earth. "They said, well, we don't have bandwidth, we've got to get all this vehicle and en»»»

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France24 8h

Artemis II astronauts splash down on Earth after record-breaking lunar flyby

NASA celebrated late Friday as four astronauts splashed down safely off the California coast, completing the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50 years and marking a major milestone for the US space agency’s ambitions to return humans to the moon. The NASA spacecraft carrying four astronauts sp»»»

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Al Awsat 9h

North Korean Leader Kim Backs China’s Push for ‘Multi-polar World’ in Talks with FM

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un voiced support for China’s push to build a “multi-polar world” and called for deeper ties between the traditional allies during a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, state media said Saturday. During the meeting Friday, Kim said his government will fully s»»»

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Gulf News 9h

KHDA rolls out home-based learning options for children aged 0-6

Dubai: The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has launched two new services that will allow private early childhood centres to offer centre-led home-based learning (CLHL) groups and centre-supervised home tutoring for children aged up to six years in home settings. The initiative has »»»

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Al Awsat 10h

Iran Counts its Human, Material Losses in 5 Weeks of War

More than 125,000 civilian facilities have been damaged or destroyed in the US-Israeli attacks across Iran, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) said on Friday. Pir-Hossein Kolivand told Iranian state television that around 100,000 homes and at least 23,500 shops were hit during the »»»

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The Peninsula 11h

'A perfect mission': Artemis II astronauts return to Earth

San Diego: The NASA spacecraft carrying four astronauts splashed down as planned Friday off the California coast, capping the US space agency's successful crewed test mission around the Moon, the first such flyby in more than 50 years. Mission commander Reid Wiseman reported that the crewmembers --»»»

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France24 11h

Former IS group child ‘fighters’ jailed in Iraq seek repatriation to France

Three Frenchmen who were taken to Syria by their jihadist parents as children and forced to work for the Islamic State (IS) group are seeking repatriation, their lawyer said on Friday. The men are among thousands of IS group "fighters" who are being held in Iraq after being transferred fr»»»

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The Budapest Times 13h

Orbán: “Hungarians beyond the borders have the most at stake in this election”

Speaking at a campaign rally in Debrecen, Prime Minister Orbán thanked RMDSZ President Hunor Kelemen for attending the event and stated: “If anyone has a great stake in this election, it is Hungarians beyond the borders.” He added that these communities require a strong national government to safeg»»»

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Gulf News 15h

Artemis II splashdown: Astronauts return to Earth after history-making lunar mission

SAN DIEGO: The NASA spacecraft carrying four astronauts splashed down as planned Friday off the California coast, capping the US space agency's successful crewed test mission around the Moon, the first such flyby in more than 50 years. Mission commander Reid Wiseman reported that the crewmembers - »»»

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Gulf News 15h

When will the UAE heat hit? Not as soon as you think

Dubai: It is April 11, and the weather across the UAE is still unusually pleasant. The sky has been overcast at times, breezes are kind, and more rain is expected in the coming days. We are not even halfway through spring, but the question on everyone's mind is: When will it actually start getting »»»

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Ya Libnan 15h

At least 14 killed in Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon – Ya Libnan

Share: An Israeli air strike on a government building in southern Lebanon’s Nabatieh killed at least 13 members of the country’s State Security agency, Lebanese authorities said. The attack comes after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had ordered direct negotiations with Lebanon. I»»»

RT 20h

Israeli strikes hit Beirut as residents flee and fear further attacks

Israel has carried out multiple strikes across Lebanon over the past 24 hours, fueling fears that the escalating violence could unravel a fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran. The expanded offensive in Lebanon since March 2 has killed 1,888 people and wounded 6,092 others, according t»»»

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Al Manar 21h

Hezbollah Condemns Israeli Massacre against Servicemen in Nabatieh, Calls on Government to Stop Offering Enemy Concessions

Hezbollah issued on Friday a statement that denounced the Zionist Aggression on the Government Serail in Nabatieh City, South Lebanon, calling on the government to stop offering the enemy concessions. “The Zionist enemy committed today a major massacre, completing its massacre on Black Wednesday, b»»»

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UPI 22h

Consumer sentiment at record low because of Iran war - UPI.com

Consumer sentiment is the lowest on record. File Photo by Gary C. Caskey/UPI | License Photo April 10 (UPI) -- Consumer sentiment has dropped to its lowest level on record thanks to price increases from the war with Iran, a survey released Friday indicates. The latest survey released Friday from th»»»

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Al Awsat 1d

Lebanon Heads to Historic Israel Talks with Few Hopes Except to Staunch Bloodshed

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun has called for historic direct talks with longtime foe Israel since war erupted a month ago - a month in which Israel's military has forced more than a million Lebanese to flee, levelled parts of Beirut and triggered sectarian friction. Now that Israeli Prime Ministe»»»

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France24 1d

‘We thought Beirut was going to collapse’: recounting the deadliest day of the war with Israel

In a series of unannounced and unexpected attacks, Israel struck Beirut and several other parts of Lebanon without warning on Wednesday, killing more than 300 people and wounding at least 1,000. Local residents, lawyers, doctors and aid workers contacted by phone describe the “bloody” day that plun»»»

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Al Awsat 10.04. 17:57

US Inflation Surges 3.3% as Iran War Impact Bites

Inflation in the United States rose sharply in March, government data showed Wednesday, as higher energy prices due to the war in the Middle East hit Americans hard. The nationwide sticker shock put pressure on President Donald Trump, who has ordered peace talks with Iran and faces mid-term electio»»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 17:46

How the Philippines is working with the Holy See to strengthen migrant rights

Dubai: The Philippines is seeking to deepen its cooperation with the Holy See to advance the protection of migrant workers worldwide. During the 75th anniversary celebration of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and the Holy See held in Manila, president Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has noted the»»»

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The Peninsula 10.04. 15:59

China police detain man accused of cyberbullying Olympian: state media

Beijing, China: Police in southern China detained a 31-year-old man accused of repeatedly insulting an athlete online, identified by Chinese state media as triple Olympic diving champion Quan Hongchan. Quan recently revealed in a tearful interview that she had considered retiring after intense scru»»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 15:11

Instagram tightens teen safety controls in UAE, MENA after major Meta ruling

Dubai: Instagram - a subsidiary of US social media giant Meta - is expanding its enhanced teen accounts and stricter content controls across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the company said in a statement issued Friday. The move has been aimed at ensuring safer, age-appropriate experiences»»»

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Naharnet 10.04. 14:50

Food insecurity surging in Lebanon, UN warns

The United Nations warned Friday that food insecurity was on the rise in Lebanon, with prices surging and supply chains disrupted as Israel has continued military strikes on the country. The U.N.'s World Food Program (WFP) said the entire food system in Lebanon was reeling from the conflict, with I»»»

The Peninsula 10.04. 13:59

China FM calls for closer ties with North Korea in Kim meeting

Beijing, China: China and North Korea should "enhance coordination" on international and regional issues, Beijing's Foreign Minister Wang Yi told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during talks on Friday, according to Chinese state media. Wang is on a two-day trip to the diplomatically isolated nuclea»»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 13:46

A fragile truce, a watchful region

‘A fragile truce’. That is how US Vice-President JD Vance has described the current ceasefire that has raised hopes in the UAE, along with countless questions. It has felt fractured since the moment it was announced. Vance is due to play a key role at the talks this weekend in Pakistan, just a few »»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 13:43

UAE residents heed to Sheikh Mohammed’s call to raise flags in show of unity

Dubai: Residents across the UAE have responded to a call by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to raise the national flag, turning balconies, homes, and public spaces into powerful symbols of unity and resilience. Fro»»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 13:19

UAE: “We're all navigating this together” - How working parents are thriving through remote learning

Dubai: It has been a daily test of balance, patience and emotional endurance, but UAE parents are determined to push through, with a little help from leaning on each other. The world of early morning meetings, school log-ins, deadlines and domestic routines continue, while one part of the house is »»»

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UPI 10.04. 12:19

Unification minister calls resuming tourist railway to border with N. Korea starting point for peace - UPI.com

A train enters Dorasan Station near the border with North Korea on Friday. South Korea resumed tourist rail service to the border station for the first time in over six years. Pool Photo by Yonhap Unification Minister Chung Dong-young said Friday the resumption of tourist rail service to the border»»»

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UPI 10.04. 11:55

China, North Korea pledge closer ties after Wang visit - UPI.com

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (L) shakes hands with his North Korean counterpart Choe Son Hui during their meeting at the Kumsusan State Guest House in Pyongyang Wednesday. Wang is in North Korea on a two-day visit. Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, April 10 (UPI) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met »»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 11:55

How Indian classical music and the UAE national anthem created a viral moment of unity

Dubai: In a country known for its cultural diversity, it often takes a simple, sincere gesture to remind people what unity truly looks like. That moment has been evident when a video of 13 Indian students performing the UAE national anthem using their country’s classical instruments has quickly cir»»»

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BNE 10.04. 11:20

BEIRUTER: In honour of Beirut's fallen victims

Amid the aftermath of Israel’s “Operation Eternal Darkness,” testimonies, official figures, and Amnesty International’s findings were gathered to highlight Lebanon’s civilian toll, urgent humanitarian crisis, and calls for accountability, protection, and adherence to international law. »»»

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BNE 10.04. 11:20

BEIRUTER: On Lebanon’s southeastern front, they stay

During a visit to Lebanon’s southeastern Christian border villages with a humanitarian convoy led by the Maronite Patriarch, residents described why they remain despite escalating Israeli operations. Nine-year-old Elise ha»»»

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BNE 10.04. 11:20

BEIRUTER: On Lebanon’s southeastern front, they stay

During a visit to Lebanon’s southeastern Christian border villages with a humanitarian convoy led by the Maronite Patriarch, residents described why they remain despite escalating Israeli operations. Nine-year-old Elise ha»»»

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BNE 10.04. 11:20

BEIRUTER: In honour of Beirut's fallen victims

Amid the aftermath of Israel’s “Operation Eternal Darkness,” testimonies, official figures, and Amnesty International’s findings were gathered to highlight Lebanon’s civilian toll, urgent humanitarian crisis, and calls for accountability, protection, and adherence to international law. »»»

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Al Manar 10.04. 11:19

Iran to US: Talks on Ending War Hinge on Lebanon Ceasefire

Talks on ending the war are conditional on the United States’ adherence to ceasefire commitments on all fronts, particularly in Lebanon, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei stated. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Baqaei strongly condemned the crimes committed by the Zionist regime »»»

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BNE 10.04. 11:14

Viktor Orban faces toughest test yet as polls show Tisza momentum in final stretch

The opposition Tisza Party appears to have the momentum in the final leg of Hungary's election campaign, putting it on track for a potential two-thirds parliamentary majority, according to the latest Median poll which has a long track record of getting the outcome right. »»»

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Al Awsat 10.04. 11:06

World Food Program Warns Lebanon Facing Food Security Crisis Due to Iran War

Lebanon is facing a food security crisis as the Iran war disrupts supplies of goods inside the ‌country, the ‌United Nations ‌World ⁠Food Program said on ⁠Friday. "What we're witnessing is not just a displacement ⁠crisis, it is rapidly ‌becoming ‌a food ‌security crisis," ‌said World Food Program c»»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 10:33

Travel demand, soaring jet fuel costs could keep airfares high for months

Dubai: Travel demand, high jet fuel costs and limited flight capacity are pushing airfares sharply higher — and prices may stay elevated for months, aviation experts say. Passengers flying out of the UAE are already feeling the impact, with last-minute ticket prices surging far beyond pre-war level»»»

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France24 10.04. 10:26

Truth or Fake - NASA's Artemis II: conspiracy theories take off about ‘staged’ green screen

NASA’s Artemis II is set to return to Earth on Friday, after its astronauts travelled further from Earth than any humans before. But the historic lunar flyby also inflamed conspiracy theories online about a “staged” mission, and triggered a wave of fake viral AI videos. From the dark side of the mo»»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 10:18

Job hunting in the UAE? Experts share what makes a CV stand out to recruiters

Write a CV, not a story. I remember one of my first mentors saying these words, after going through my first CV. I had poured out my life story on those pages, elaborating on each and everything that I could, down to my school days. My mentor, at the time, had sighed and told me flatly, “Please kee»»»

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France24 10.04. 10:04

Focus - India hit by Middle East war: Millions face gas shortages

In the weeks leading up to the ceasefire, the impact of the war in the Middle East was felt far beyond the region, reaching countries such as India. The nation of nearly 1.5 billion people relies heavily on imports of cooking gas, or LPG, much of it sourced from the Middle East. When Iran blocked t»»»

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Al Awsat 10.04. 09:53

Israel Targets Last Litani Bridges, Raising Fears of South Lebanon Isolation

Israel is intensifying strikes on bridges over Lebanon’s Litani River, raising concerns it aims to isolate the entire area south of the river from the north, Lebanese officials and state media said. The Israeli military struck the Qasmiyeh coastal bridge, the last functioning crossing linking areas»»»

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Al Awsat 10.04. 09:41

Trump Slams Right-Wing Commentators Who Oppose Iran War

US President Donald Trump on Thursday angrily lashed out at multiple well-known conservative commentators who have criticized his war against Iran, slamming his onetime allies as attention-seeking "NUT JOBS." "They're stupid people, they know it, their families know it, and everyone else knows it, »»»

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Al Awsat 10.04. 09:05

China Slams US Pressure on North Korea on Trip to Pyongyang

China's top diplomat criticized US pressure on North Korea, Pyongyang state media reported on Friday, after he vowed to deepen ties with the diplomatically isolated nuclear state during a visit. The United States has for decades led efforts to dismantle North Korea's nuclear program, but summits, s»»»

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Al Awsat 10.04. 08:41

Citizen ‘Frog Patrol’ Helps Amphibians Survive a Dangerous Road Journey in Poland

On rainy spring nights in a forest near the Polish capital, a citizen “Frog Patrol” springs into action — humans helping amphibians survive dangerous road crossings for a chance to enjoy millennia-old mating rituals. As warmer weather comes to Mlochowski Forest, 30 kilometers (19 miles) west of War»»»

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Gulf News 10.04. 08:30

Abu Dhabi police chief reviews treatment plans for injured in Iranian attacks

Abu Dhabi: The Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and Head of the Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Team, Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, visited Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) to assess the condition of individuals affected by the Iranian attacks and»»»

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BNE 10.04. 07:54

Peru vote puts new Senate, not presidency, at centre of democracy battle

With polls set to open on April 12, Peru enters its most consequential vote in a generation, defined less by who wins the presidency than by who controls a brand-new Senate — and whether democratic institutions can survive the candidates now vying to lead them. »»»

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UPI 10.04. 07:42

Responders search collapsed Philadelphia garage for 2 presumed dead - UPI.com

April 10 (UPI) -- Search-and-rescue teams were scouring the wreckage of a collapsed Philadelphia parking garage on Thursday night for two people still missing, according to officials, who said the individuals were presumed dead. The parking garage, under construction near 30th Street and Grays Ferr»»»

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