Gulf News 25m

Watch: Indian expat philatelist in Dubai honours UAE with over 100 flag-themed stamps

Ajman: When His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, called on citizens and residents to raise the national flag above homes, institutions and buildings, most responded by hoisting the UAE flag in a show of solidarity and n»»»

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Gulf News 25m

Why spring still feels like winter in the UAE

Dubai: It’s mid-spring in the UAE, yet the weather still carries a distinct winter feel. Cooler temperatures, fresh winds and recent rainfall have extended what many residents believe as an unusually long winter, but has it finally come to an end? The short answer, experts say, is not just yet, but»»»

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Gulf News 59m

Ford CEO’s dire warning: Chinese EVs will crush America’s auto heartland

Ford CEO Jim Farley has issued a stark warning: Chinese-made electric vehicles, developed and manufactured with generous state subsidies, will crush US carmakers through low-cost offerings. In a recent interview, the auto executive urged the US government to block Chinese-made electric vehicles fro»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE Foreign Minister in diplomatic blitz: Abdullah bin Zayed holds calls with global counterparts

ABU DHABI: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed regional developments during telephone conversations with several foreign ministers of brotherly and friendly nations, following the unprovoked and terrorist Iranian missile attacks »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Oil whiplash: Brent crude surges, WTI falls — traders price in ceasefire deadline risk ahead of possible 'second' US–Iran talks

Oil futures have diverged sharply early on Tuesday morning (as per 8.28am Tokyo time, April 14, 2026) with WTI crude sliding even as Brent and Middle East benchmarks rally. This reflects a split between US and global risk sentiment amid ongoing Middle East conflict dynamics. The trend-busting WTI–B»»»

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UAE, Uzbekistan discuss strengthening partnerships in new economy sectors

DUBAI: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marry, Minister of Economy and Tourism, met today with a high-level Uzbek delegation to discuss expanding bilateral economic and investment ties. The talks focused on fostering sustainable development partnerships across priority sectors including the new economy, tourism»»»

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Ya Libnan 2h

Hezbollah can reject talks—But not the reality that Lebanon is moving on without it – Ya Libnan

Share: FILE PHOTO: Demonstrators wave Lebanese flags during protests near the site of a blast at Beirut’s port area where 245 people were killed , 7000 were injured and 300, 000 became homeless after thousands of tons of ammonium nitrate that were illegally stored there by Hezbollah were detonated »»»

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US, Iran discuss 'another round' of direct talks before current ceasefire expires

The United States and Iran are in active discussions about holding another round of face-to-face negotiations aimed at securing a longer-term ceasefire and preventing renewed conflict after recent talks in Pakistan ended without a deal, Bloomberg reported, citing "people familiar with the matter". »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Swalwell exits California governor's race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

LOS ANGELES: Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation’s most populous state. Swalwell’s decis»»»

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UN official calls for strengthening UN-EU partnership

NEW YORK: A United Nations official has called for the necessity of strengthening multilateral cooperation between the United Nations and the European Union, considering the partnership between the two sides as a fundamental pillar in supporting international peace and security in light of increasi»»»

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Ya Libnan 3h

Hezbollah chief rejects Lebanon-Israeli talks. Urged cancellation of Tuesdays’ meeting in Washington – Ya Libnan

Share: Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem has rejected negotiations between the Lebanese government and Israel, set to begin tomorrow, and called on Lebanon’s president to stand with Hezbollah against Israel. “We reject negotiations with the usurping Israeli entity… We call for a historic and heroic stanc»»»

Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar to host ‘a gathering of remarkable people’ at La Biennale di Venezia

Tribune News Network Doha The National Pavilion of Qatar yesterday announced details of its presentation for the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, commissioned by Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, chairperson, Qatar Museums. untitled 2026 (»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Increased digital awareness reshapessocial media engagement: Citizens

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha In recent weeks, social media platforms in Qatar have witnessed a notable surge in constructive and responsible engagement, reflecting a broader shift in public awareness amid rapidly unfolding events and an overwhelming flow of information. Users across the country have demo»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

PanIIT Qatar hosts vibrant annual family meet at Al Messila Resort

Tribune News Network Doha The PanIIT Alumni Association of Qatar, the premier body uniting graduates of India’s Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in the country, hosted its much-anticipated annual family get-together at the elegant Al Messila, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa. Set amid lush in»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Community leaders advocate healthy living at Health Chronicle launch

Tribune News Network Doha Prominent community leaders, healthcare advocates, and social influencers came together in Doha to emphasise the importance of healthy habits and a balanced lifestyle during the grand release of Health Chronicle, a special publication brought out by Mediaplus, a leading ad»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Indian teacher embarks on inspiring 100-day sketching challenge

Tribune News Network Doha Roshni Krishnan, an Indian teacher and live painting artist based in Doha, has once again inspired the community with her 100-day sketching challenge, now in its second consecutive year. A dedicated educator at Podar Pearl School, Roshni is known for her artistic talent an»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

IEI Qatar hosts webinar on ‘AI Transforming IoT Ecosystem’

Tribune News Network Doha The The Institution of Engineers (India) Qatar Chapter organised an insightful webinar titled “AI Transforming IoT Eco System” on April 11 bringing together engineering professionals to explore the growing convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things. Deli»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Al Misnad reviews ties, regional issues with Lebanese, Swiss ambassadors

QNA Doha Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met with Ambassador of Lebanon to Qatar HE Bilal Kabalan on Monday. At the meeting they discussed relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them, particularly in the humani»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

All parties need to respond positively to mediation efforts, says PM

QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has emphasized the need for all parties to respond positively to ongoing mediation efforts, calling for dialogue and peaceful means to address the root causes of the crisis and reach a sus»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

PHCC expert: Strong, cohesive family forms foundation of a healthy society

Tribune News Network Doha Celebrating Qatar Family Day represents an important opportunity for direct engagement with the community, strengthening the culture of prevention, and encouraging citizens to benefit from the integrated health services and programmes provided by the corporation, Senior Co»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha announces long-stay offers

Tribune News Network Doha Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha unveiled its exclusive long-term stay offering, designed for guests seeking luxury, flexibility and comfort in the heart of West Bay. Starting from April 1, Swissôtel is offering specially curated monthly and weekly rates, perfect for bu»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Ooredoo launches new family mobile plansredefining household connectivity in Qatar

Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications provider, unveiled its new family mobile plans, designed to bring the entire family’s connectivity under a single, seamlessly managed account. Designed to simplify how families in Qatar stay connected, at home, across the region »»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

QPO kicks off National Community Engagement Programme for 2026

Tribune News Network Doha In a landmark initiative rooted in compassion, cultural pride and artistic excellence, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) has announced the launch of 2026 National Community Engagement Programme — a wide-ranging effort to place world-class orchestral music at the heart»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

DICID highlights importance ofsocial cohesion in times of crisis

QNA Doha The Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID) organised a roundtable on strengthening social cohesion and building community resilience in times of crisis, in partnership with the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) and in cooperation with the ‘Qatar Minna wa Nahnu Minha’ »»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

QU webinar shines light on ethical use of animals in lab

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU), represented by its Laboratory Animal Research Centre (LARC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, organised a specialised research webinar on the ethical use of laboratory animals as part of its Animal Research Seminar Series. The eve»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar Charity implements drive to combat blindness in Somalia

Tribune News Network Doha With the support of donors, Qatar Charity (QC) continues to implement a medical initiative to combat blindness and improve eye health in Banadir, Somalia, targeting displaced families and the most vulnerable groups. The initiative forms part of the ‘Warding off Calamity’ c»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

CCQ and Yunus Emre Institute enter into academic and cultural cooperation pact

Tribune News Network Doha The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) signed a joint cooperation agreement with the Yunus Emre Institute to introduce Turkish language education within its academic offerings and strengthen cultural and scholarly exchange between the two institutions to enrich student learn»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar Airways offers free date changes for affected flights until October 31

Tribune News Network DOHA Qatar Airways has issued a travel update announcing flexible rebooking options for passengers whose flights have been rescheduled, delayed, or cancelled. The airline stated that customers holding confirmed bookings for travel up to June 15, 2026 may benefit from a complime»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

DOHA METRO’S DESIGN BLENDS QATARI HERITAGE AND MODERN URBAN LIFE

With its striking and attention-catching architectural pieces, Doha Metro’s design reflects a unique blend of Qatari heritage and modern urban life. The stations are distinguished by the “vaulted space” concept, inspired by historic Islamic architecture, while incorporating contemporary technologic»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

NHRC launches drive to raise human rights awareness among students

QNA Doha Qatar’s National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) has launched its annual awareness campaign aimed at promoting a culture of human rights among students, as part of broader efforts to strengthen public understanding of rights and responsibilities. The initiative targets primary, preparatory a»»»

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Sana 3h

Syria, Saudi Arabia discuss Aleppo international airport development plans

Damascus, Apr.13 (SANA) Head of the Syrian Civil Aviation and Air Transport Authority Omar al-Husari held talks via video conference with Assistant Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia Abdullah bin Ali Al-Dubaikhi to discuss the executive procedures and timeline for the development and operation »»»

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Gulf News 3h

King of Bahrain receives US Central Command Commander

MANAMA: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Bahrain, received Admiral Charles Bradford Cooper II, the Commander of the US Central Command, and an accompanying delegation. King Hamad commended the key and active role played by the United States of Amer»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Al Sadd beat Al Hilal on penalties to reach ACL Elite quarters 

Jeddah: Al Sadd SC produced a night of remarkable resilience to reach the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-finals, defeating Al Hilal SFC 4–2 on penalties after a pulsating 3–3 draw across extra time at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, on Monday. Captain Akram Afif held hi»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Sheikh Qassem: Zionist settlements will not be safe even if the Israelis enter any part of Lebanon, and Lebanon’s borders will not shrink by a single meter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Zionist settlements will not be safe even if the Israelis enter any part of Lebanon, and Lebanon’s borders will not shrink b»»»

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Teen Sooryavanshi flops as Hinge rattles Rajasthan

Hyderabad, India: Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell for a golden duck in a rare IPL flop as his team Rajasthan Royals went down to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 57 runs as two debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain shined on Monday. The teen prodigy has been the flavour of this season in the T2»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Sheikh Qassem Calls on Lebanese Authorities to Cancel Direct Talks with Enemy: Hezbollah Fighters Will Capture Israeli Soldiers

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem maintained on Monday that Lebanon is facing an aggression which does not observe any humanitarian or moral consideration, stressing that it is a clear occupation. In a televised speech, Sheikh Qassem said, “We remained steadfast, the fighters stood fir»»»

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Sana 4h

FAO warns of global food and agriculture crisis amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Rome, April 13 (SANA) – The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warned Monday that continued tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to a global crisis affecting food and agriculture, due to disruptions in energy and fertilizer supplies. According to Reuters, FAO Chief Economist Maximo T»»»

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Daily News Egypt 5h

Egypt moves to expand rental housing to address affordability, idle property stock

Egypt is moving to strengthen its rental housing market as part of broader efforts to address affordability challenges and make better use of a large stock of vacant residential units. The government’s plan to offer housing under a monthly rental system signals a shift towards more flexible solutio»»»

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Daily News Egypt 5h

Deyaar targets EGP 3bn in sales for 2026

Deyaar for Construction and Development has announced plans to achieve sales of between EGP 2bn and EGP 3bn in 2026, supported by its growing portfolio of projects in West Cairo. The company said its strategy focuses on expanding its footprint in Egypt’s real estate market while maximising returns »»»

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Daily News Egypt 5h

VRE Developments launches Town Center 2 in Shorouk City

VRE Developments has announced the launch of its latest project, Town Center 2, in Shorouk City, marking a continued expansion of its portfolio in East Cairo. The company said the project reflects a strategic shift towards developments centred on operational functionality and long-term investment v»»»

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UPI 5h

Man held in Bahamas for wife's disappearance, no body found - UPI.com

A man being held for his wife's disappearance must be released or charged today by Bahamian police. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- Authorities in the Bahamas are facing a deadline to charge or release a man being held in connection with the disappearance of his wife»»»

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TAP 5h

“Taamir” platform for building permits, part of public administration’s digital shift coming soon

Tunis, April 13 (TAP) - The Training and Decentralisation Support Centre hosted on Monday an information day organised by the General Authority for Foresight and Support to the Decentralisation Process, under the Ministry of the Interior, in...»»»

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“Security officers are not above the law and anyone who errs is held accountable” (Interior Minister)

Tunis, April 13 (TAP) - Security officers are not above the law, Interior Minister Khaled Nouri said on Monday, during a plenary session at the Assembly of People’s Representatives (ARP) to answer oral questions from MPs.He added “there is no...»»»

The Peninsula 5h

Gold prices fall as dollar rises

Singapore: Gold prices fell Monday, pressured by a stronger dollar and renewed inflation fears that overshadowed expectations of future interest rate cuts. Spot gold fell 0.3 percent to USD 4,734.50 an ounce, after hitting its lowest level since April 7 earlier in the session. US gold futures also »»»

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RT 5h

Here’s why the Iran talks were doomed to fail

The US-Iran talks in Islamabad ended exactly as they were bound to end under the current balance of power – without a deal, without a handshake, without even the faintest sense that the two sides have moved closer to a durable peace. Nearly 21 hours of talks, an unprecedented level of representatio»»»

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RT 5h

Trump posts AI Jesus image after attacking Pope Leo over Iran War

US President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated image of himself as a robed, Christ-like figure healing a bedridden man, flanked by eagles, fighter jets, and US service members, with the Statue of Liberty and the US flag in the background. The post triggered backlash, with some users suggestin»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Abdullah bin Zayed, Ayman Safadi discuss regional stability

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received Ayman Safadi, Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, to discuss regional developments and security challenges. The meeting addressed regional development»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

Patriarch Delivers Easter Sermon, Calls for Embracing the Grace of the Resurrection

Patriarch Daniil called on believers to "draw with full hands from the grace of the Resurrection" in his sermon during the Second Resurrection service at St Nedelya Cathedral in Sofia on Sunday. He said the joy of Christ's Resurrection continues to this day and recalled how Jesus appeared to His di»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 6h

End of Orban era opportunity for Orlen and Polish energy projects

The likely end of Viktor Orbán’s long rule, after a strong election win by the opposition TISZA party, could reshape Hungary’s energy sector and create opportunities for Orlen. A new government led by Péter Magyar is expected to reduce reliance on Russian energy and diversify gas supplies, potentia»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 6h

ING BSK: impact of goods from China on Polish trade turnover growing

Analysts at ING Bank Śląski (ING BSK) say China’s influence on Poland’s trade is growing, contributing to a worsening current account balance. In February 2026, Poland recorded a deficit of PLN 4.2 bln, compared to a surplus a year earlier.Rising imports, especially cars, transport equipment, and e»»»

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