Gulf News 40m

Dubai Miracle Garden revises free entry offer amid heavy rush

Dubai: Dubai Miracle Garden has updated its free entry policy from March 21 to help manage large visitor numbers at the popular attraction. The move is aimed at improving crowd control and ensuring visitor safety. In a statement, a park official said the free entry offer has been withdrawn due to h»»»

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Al Manar 1h

‘Resistance Economy in Light of National Unity, Security,’ Leader Announces Slogan of New Year

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a message on the occasion of the Persian calendar New Year. In a message on Friday, Ayatollah Khamenei congratulated both the Eid of Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr, which have coincided this year, to the Iranian nation and to the»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Lebanon: 350 Hezbollah Members Killed Since Start of New Round of War

The war between Hezbollah and Israel has seen a shift in media handling, particularly regarding announcements of casualties. After initially adopting, at the start of the 2024 war, a policy of near-daily announcements, the group later gradually reduced such statements before halting them altogether»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

350 Hezbollah Members Killed Since Start of New Round of War

The war between Hezbollah and Israel has seen a shift in media handling, particularly regarding announcements of casualties. After initially adopting, at the start of the 2024 war, a policy of near-daily announcements, the group later gradually reduced such statements before halting them altogether»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Endowments Directorate launches Joy of Eid initiative

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs launched the Joy of Eid initiative to celebrate Eid Al Fitr by distributing 5,000 gifts to children across 20 major Eid prayer mosques in different areas of Qatar. The initiative aims to spread happ»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Eid is my reward': How UAE families are celebrating with festive traditions, family games and togetherness

Happiness, and then some. Across the UAE, Eid Al Fitr is unfolding in moments both simple and celebratory, as families and friends come together to mark the occasion in their own ways. Dubai-based Anas can’t keep the joy out of his voice as he shares his plans. “There’s a lot of joy today,” he says»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Ship crews ration food in Iran blockade

London: Seafarers stuck in the Gulf say they are rationing food and water and anxiously hoping supplies will get through Iran’s blockade in the war that has stranded them for three weeks. “We don’t have enough water on board right now. We got food a few days back,” said one Indian seaman stuck in a»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Travelling on Emirates? Delays, routes affected, FAQs answered

Dubai: Dubai's flagship carrier Emirates is operating a limited flight schedule from Dubai to over 100 destinations destinations, prompting questions from passengers about affected routes, flight status, and connecting travel. Many travellers have questions such as “Which routes are affected?”, “Wi»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Smiles and celebrations: UAE residents mark first day of Eid with unity and festive cheer

The first day of Eid brought smiles, laughter, and togetherness to residents across the UAE. Families and friends enjoyed the waterfront, children played in open spaces, and community members shared greetings and sweets. From the morning prayers to the festive gatherings at Buhaira Corniche, the fi»»»

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Naharnet 6h

'War has aged us': Lebanon's kids aren't alright

Forced by yet another war in Lebanon to flee his home for the second time in just two years, and mourning lost relatives and friends, Hassan Kiki said he feels much older than 16. "War has aged us... We have lived through what no one else has," the tall teen from south Lebanon told AFP in Beirut. "»»»

BNE 6h

TEHRAN BLOG: Iran's new year Nowruz is not the same this year

For three millennia, nothing has stopped the Persian New Year, called Nowruz. Not the Arab conquest of Persia in the seventh century, not the Mongol destruction of entire cities, not the eight-year war with Iraq, not the Islamist revolutionary fervour of 1979. Every March, Iranians celebrate, »»»

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Al Awsat 6h

'War Has Aged Us': Lebanon's Kids Aren't Alright

Forced by yet another war in Lebanon to flee his home for the second time in just two years, and mourning lost relatives and friends, Hassan Kiki said he feels much older than 16. "War has aged us... We have lived through what no one else has," the tall teen from south Lebanon told AFP in Beirut. "»»»

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Gulf News 7h

10 smart ways to save money as oil prices surge above $100 

Dubai: The International Energy Agency (IEA) has outlined 10 immediate ways households, businesses and governments can save money as oil prices surge above $100 per barrel following what it calls the largest supply disruption in global oil market history. The crisis stems from the US-Israel war on »»»

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Business-review 7h

Allianz-Țiriac announces revenues of nearly RON 4 billion in 2025

In 2025, Allianz-Țiriac paid nearly RON 1.7 billion to insured clients and third-party claimants in compensation for covered events, 12.7% more than in 2024. On each working day of the past year, around 900 customers benefited from insurance coverage, with Allianz-Țiriac covering their costs. Total»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Sharjah Ruler performs Eid Al Fitr prayer at Sharjah Mosque

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, performed the Eid Al Fitr prayer on Friday at Sharjah Mosque. Also Read: Sharjah ruler receives Eid Al Fitr well-wishersThis came in the presence of Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Cr»»»

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Gulf News 10h

Dubai gold prices climb on Eid Al Fitr morning as global rates recover

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai edged higher on Friday morning, reversing the sharp declines seen earlier this week, even as markets remain surprisingly muted to escalating geopolitical tensions from the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia»»»

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Gulf News 10h

Eid Al-Fitr 2026: Meet UAE’s Eid babies bringing joy, hope and new beginnings

As the clock struck midnight and Eid Al-Fitr began, celebrations took on a deeply personal meaning for Pakistani couple Saqib Rauf and Farah Diba Sakib. Inside Burjeel Hospital, the couple welcomed their newborn son, an arrival that felt nothing short of poetic on a day defined by joy, gratitude an»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Eid Al-Fitr 2026: UAE couple welcomes Eid baby at midnight

As the clock struck midnight and Eid Al-Fitr began, celebrations took on a deeply personal meaning for Pakistani couple Saqib Rauf and Farah Diba Sakib. Inside Burjeel Hospital, the couple welcomed their newborn son, an arrival that felt nothing short of poetic on a day defined by joy, gratitude an»»»

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Al Awsat 12h

Israel Targets Hezbollah-Linked Financial Interests

Israel has stepped up its operations against Hezbollah in recent days, escalating on multiple fronts in response to the group’s intensified attacks into Israeli territory and its use of precision and ballistic missiles that have reshaped the battlefield. Tel Aviv has widened its targets to include »»»

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The Budapest Times 13h

Orbán: We cannot allow Zelenskyy to blackmail Hungary into giving up cheap Russian energy

At a campaign rally in Dunaújváros, Prime Minister Orbán said the upcoming election will decide whether Hungary can remain outside the war, protect its economic achievements, and preserve national sovereignty. Reflecting on the past four years, the prime minister argued that Hungary’s stability—fro»»»

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24 News Agency 14h

Ait namaz in Bishkek: Over 30,000 Muslims gather in Old Square - | 24.KG

Today, Muslims around the world are celebrating one of the most important holidays — Orozo Ait, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. From early morning, people began arriving at Old Square from all directions. By dawn, the entire area was already filling up, as believers came with their fa»»»

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Gulf News 15h

Friday Sermon, March 20, 2026: Have We not expanded for you your chest

First Sermon (Khutbah One)All praise is due to Allah, the Most Generous, the Most Appreciative, the One who expands the chests and governs all affairs. We bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and we bear witness that our master Muḥammad is the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, send prayers, peac»»»

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France24 16h

Trump takes Pearl Harbor jab at Japan's Takaichi as she ducks Iran row

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday sidestepped a potential clash with President Donald Trump over the war in Iran, as the US president blamed allies for failing to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, Takaichi was caught off guard when Trump invoked Japan’s World War II attack»»»

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Gulf News 16h

UAE endowment for orphans raises Dh3.3b during Ramadan

ABU DHABI: Since its launch under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans initiative, launched by the Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority - Awqaf Abu Dhabi at the beginning of the Holy Month of Ramadan, has raised»»»

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France24 16h

Iranian women's football team return home after asylum tussle

⁠The Iranian women's ​football team crossed the Turkish border into Iran on Wednesday to complete a fraught ​return journey from Australia, after five members withdrew asylum claims they had lodged there. The Iranian women's football team, whose plight has become embroiled in the Middle East war, r»»»

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France24 16h

Greek animal airlift evacuates pets and owners from Middle East war

A flight carrying dozens of cats, dogs and their owners landed in Athens on Wednesday as part of a successful government effort to evacuate pets from the war in the Middle East. Greece's interior and foreign ministry worked together for days to coordinate the operation to repatriate Greek nationals»»»

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BBC 17h

Iranians prepares for Persian new year under shadow of war

Names of contributors have been changed for safety reasons. In the days before the Persian new year festival of Nowruz, Iranians would usually be excitedly preparing. "We'd be busy getting ready … cleaning the house, shopping for new clothes, sweets and snacks," says Mina, a woman in her 50s in Dam»»»

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Gulf News 17h

Roots of poverty: Dynastic politics in the Philippines — ideal vs reality

The Constitution of our Republic speaks plainly: that the excess of political dynasties must be restrained by law. Yet, like a many-headed hydra, they endure. Sprouting in every province, like an out-of-tune Karaoke singer, ubiquitous and deeply rooted deep in custom. Accepted as the common order o»»»

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Gulf News 19h

'Iranian aggressions will not undermine our resolve; UAE has been working diligently and very hard for diplomacy': Sultan Al Jaber

ABU DHABI: Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, stated that Iran’s blatant aggressions will not undermine UAE's resolve, stressing that the country is not a party to the ongoing war in the region. He added the that the UAE »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 21h

Little People of Bulgaria National Organization Marks 30th Anniversary

The Little People of Bulgaria National Organization celebrated its 30th anniversary with a formal event in Sofia on Thursday evening. It was attended by President Iliana Iotova, Health Minister Michail Okoliyska, Labour and Social Policy Minister Hasan Ademov, Education and Science Minister Sergei »»»

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UPI 22h

Bessent: U.S. may lift sanctions on Iranian oil to ease gas prices - UPI.com

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States may lift sanctions on Iranian oil that's already in transit to ease gas prices. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 19 (UPI) -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday that the United States may lift sanctions on Iranian»»»

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BBC 1d

Trump administration seeks $200bn in military funding in wake of Iran war

The White House is seeking $200bn (£150bn) more in funding for the war in Iran, with President Donald Trump saying on Thursday its decision to ask Congress for the additional funds was based on a variety of factors. Earlier, a Trump administration official told the BBC that the defence department h»»»

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Ya Libnan 1d

Israel escalates attacks on civilian infrastructure in Lebanon – Ya Libnan

Share: The Zrarieh Bridge over the Litani river was damaged in an Israeli strike on Friday, followed by other strikes on other bridges on Wednesday Israeli forces are intensifying airstrikes and ground operations in southern Lebanon, as well as hitting targets in Beirut neighborhoods. Israeli offic»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 19.03. 16:29

Bulgarian, Canadian Red Cross Organizations Take Part In Training for Mobile Health Team Preparedness

The Bulgarian Red Cross (BRC), in partnership with the Canadian Red Cross, conducted a training programme aimed at building and preparing mobile health teams. More than 40 representatives took part, including members of mobile health teams, the National Rescue Team for Disasters, Accidents and Cata»»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Dubai faces expat exodus as war shatters safe-haven reputation

Dubai is experiencing its largest outflow of foreign residents in decades as the Iran war enters its third week, threatening the emirate's carefully built reputation as a global hub for wealthy expatriates, finance and tourism. »»»

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BNE 19.03. 15:55

Deadlock in Romanian parliament delays vote on 2026 budget

Romania’s parliament is facing a political deadlock that is likely to delay the final vote on the 2026 state budget, initially scheduled for March 19, after disagreements between coalition partners and the opposition blocked committee proceedings. »»»

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Gulf News 19.03. 15:41

Anatomy of oil shocks: What historical data shows about key geopolitical moments

Oil has long been dubbed "black gold", but its price has proven extraordinarily sensitive to global disruptions. Geopolitical events — such as wars, embargoes, revolutions and territorial invasions — have repeatedly triggered sharp spikes in crude oil prices They often lead to broader economic fall»»»

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Gulf News 19.03. 15:29

Airfares from UAE to South Asian countries see a spike ahead of Eid Al Fitr travel rush

Dubai: Planning a weekend away for the Eid al-Fitr weekend? Airfares from the UAE to South Asian countries have soared ahead of the Eid Al Fitr weekend, according to price listings on several travel aggregator websites. Travellers flying to key destinations such as India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Ba»»»

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Gulf News 19.03. 15:27

Dubai Eid Al Fitr: GDRFA working hours announced

Dubai: The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) has announced its official working hours for the Eid Al-Fitr holiday in 2026, confirming that services will continue seamlessly across customer centres and digital platforms throughout the festive period. The au»»»

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Gulf News 19.03. 14:24

RAK Police: A small spark can turn celebration into tragedy

Ras Al Khaimah: What begins as a moment of joy can end in seconds of irreversible harm — that is the stark message behind a new awareness campaign launched by Ras Al Khaimah Police. Under the theme “A Small Spark Can Cause Great Danger,” authorities are drawing attention to the often-underestimated»»»

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DW 19.03. 13:55

More families in Southeast Asia sinking into debt

BusinessAsiaMore families in Southeast Asia sinking into debtDavid HuttAcross Southeast Asia, households are taking on debt just to cover basic needs. Analysts warn that the region's growing dependence on borrowing risks triggering wider financial stress and long term economic harm. https://p.dw.co»»»

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Gulf News 19.03. 13:52

Why you should spend Eid Al Fitr at Louvre Abu Dhabi

Louvre Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island isn’t just about witnessing art from afar; oftentimes, it draws you into a scene and makes you part of the frame. This Eid Al Fitr holiday – which kicked off today – is a perfect moment to experience the immersive moments that make up a trip. From workshops to vi»»»

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