Dubai: As university admissions become more competitive and global education pathways continue to evolve, students in the UAE are increasingly trying to balance opportunities in India and Western countries. The discussion has taken place during this year’s Gulf News Edufair, which returned for its »»»

Washington: The UAE has received the first shipment of advanced American artificial intelligence chips as part of a rapidly expanding technology partnership with the United States, according to Yousef Al Otaiba, UAE Ambassadors to the UAE, who said additional deliveries are expected in the coming m»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health recently organized a national workshop on healthcare-associated infection surveillance at Itqan Center for Innovation and Medical Simulation in Hamad Bin Khalifa Medical City. More than 100 healthcare professionals participated in the two-day workshop, inc»»»

TEHRAN: Iran questioned the seriousness of American diplomacy on Saturday in the wake of renewed naval clashes in the Gulf, while keeping Washington waiting for a response to its latest negotiating position. US President Donald Trump had said on Friday that he was expecting Iran’s response to Washi»»»

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European Union crisis management chief Hadja Lahbib on Saturday urged increased humanitarian access in south Lebanon, where Israel has kept up strikes and Hezbollah has been launching attacks despite a ceasefire. "Humanitarian aid is ready, but too often it cannot reach those who need it most," Lah»»»

Damascus, May 9 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa received on Saturday Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam at the People’s Palace in Damascus, with ministerial delegations from both countries in attendance. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties and advancing economic and trade cooperat»»»

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has opened a new 500-metre bridge as part of the Commercial Centre Roundabout development project, marking another step in its drive to improve infrastructure and ease traffic flow across Dubai. The new bridge is designed to streamline outbound traffic from Al »»»

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KARACHI: The government on Saturday invited bids from international suppliers for two spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes to meet the country’s energy requirements, as contracted supplies from Qatar remain uncertain amid continued disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The move »»»

DOHA: The State of Qatar condemned the attack that targeted the city of Smara in the sisterly Kingdom of Morocco. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed Qatar's full solidarity with the Kingdom of Morocco and its support for its sovereign rights in the Moroccan Sahara, and for all»»»

Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) moved closer to forming a coalition government in Tamil Nadu on Saturday after receiving support from two Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) MLAs. VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan formally handed over a letter of support to TVK General Secretary (Election»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia launched the Makkah Route initiative in Senegal on Friday. The launch, at Blaise Diagne International Airport, was attended by the acting director general of the General Directorate of Passports, Maj. Gen. Saleh Al-Murabba, along with several other officials. The initiative ena»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia said on Saturday it supports measures taken by Bahraini authorities to counter activities that threaten its national security. The Saudi foreign ministry said in a statement that it commends the efficiency of Bahraini security forces on confronting any attempts to undermine its»»»

The leader of the Lebanese Forces, Samir Geagea, said Lebanon “is facing an extremely complex dilemma, to the extent that merely observing developments is no longer enough to resolve it, because the root of the problem remains unresolved without effective treatment.” In an interview with Asharq Al-»»»

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Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has opened a new 500-metre bridge as part of the Commercial Centre Roundabout development project, marking another step in its drive to improve infrastructure and ease traffic flow across Dubai. The new bridge is designed to streamline outbound traffic from Al »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico have discussed the Ukrainian issues during the meeting in Moscow, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov said on Saturday. The leaders held a meeting earlier in the day as Fico is on a visit to Moscow. "The Ukrainian issue»»»

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RIYADH: On a warm night in Riyadh, the sound of distorted guitars cuts through the air, pulling in a crowd that knows every riff by heart. For longtime fans of Saudi Arabia’s underground metal scene, the return of Dune feels less like a comeback and more like a continuation of a story that never re»»»

Tunis, May 9 (TAP)- The Tunis International Centre for Environmental Technologies (CITET) said it launched a call for applications under Greenov'i project for participation in an experimental programme for awareness, skill building and support for...»»»

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Le Mans, France: Italian Francesco Bagnaia produced a brilliant lap to edge out Marc Marquez for pole position at the French Grand Prix on Saturday, as MotoGP championship leader Marco Bezzecchi qualified third. Bagnaia posted a time of one minute and 29.634 seconds to beat his Ducati teammate Marc»»»

London: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised on Saturday he would "listen to voters" after his Labour party received a historic drubbing in local and regional elections. Disillusioned voters backed hard-right and nationalist parties in Thursday's ballots -- Starmer's biggest electoral test »»»

The upcoming legislative session in Egypt is set to be a busy one, with 34 draft laws slated for discussion by the House of Representatives. Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouli announced this ambitious legislative agenda following a cabinet meeting on August 21. These laws were selected from a pool of »»»

Gaza: The death toll from the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip has risen to 72,736 people, with 172,535 others wounded since Oct. 7, 2023. Medical sources said on Saturday that hospitals across the enclave had received five bodies over the past 24 hours, including one recovered from beneath the»»»

DUBAI: The momentum continues to build around singer-songwriter Lolo Zouai’s latest album, “Reverie,” which was released two weeks ago. The launch has been accompanied by an extensive social media campaign highlighting the artist’s evolving sound and visual identity. The French-Algerian performer, »»»

RIYADH: The Saudi Environment Week 2026 exhibition “Green Impact” recently opened in Riyadh, bringing together programs, awareness campaigns, and interactive activities. The exhibition seeks to foster a sustainable environmental impact by raising awareness of environmental protection, conserving na»»»

Jeddah: Security forces are continuing efforts to prevent individuals without Hajj permits from entering or staying in Makkah and the holy sites, warning that violators and facilitators will face arrest and legal penalties. Makkah police recently arrested 18 residents of Afghan and Pakistani nation»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the UN Abdulaziz Alwasil recently participated in the second International Migration Review Forum at the UN’s headquarters in New York. Alwasil emphasized that the effective management of regular migration requires international partnerships who re»»»

A concert by Desi Dobreva opened the Second National Farmers' Market in Pleven on Saturday. Anelia Decheva, Head of the Culture and Tourism Department in the Pleven Municipality, recalled that agricultural competitions and exhibitions have been organized since the 19th century at the city market, w»»»

Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev Saturday called on everyone to be strong and responsible for what is happening in Bulgaria, regardless of their role in society. Terziev made these remarks on occasion of May 9 - Europe Day. "We celebrate this day as a symbol of unity and peace, believing that it is in th»»»

Edi Rama said Albania’s negotiations for membership in the European Union could continue until mid-2028, despite 2027 being set as the shared target for concluding the process. Speaking during the opening event of Europe Week marking May 9 celebrations in Tirana, Rama described 2030 as the broader »»»

Dubai Police have shared a video showing a dangerous incident in which a driver ran a red light at a pedestrian crossing and narrowly avoided hitting a child in a stroller. Authorities said the moment highlights how a split-second decision can put lives at serious risk. Get updated faster and for F»»»

Granadilla de Abona, Spain: A cruise ship hit with a deadly hantavirus outbreak is headed for Spain's Canary Islands, where most of the nearly 150 people on board will be evacuated and flown home after weeks at sea. The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius is expected to reach waters off Tenerife at dawn, with»»»

JERUSALEM: Israel will release two foreign activists taken off a Gaza-bound flotilla from detention on Saturday before handing them to immigration authorities ahead of their deportation, the rights group representing them said. “Today, the Shabak Israeli intelligence agency informed Adalah’s legal »»»

VENICE: World conflict looms large over the Venice Biennale this year with the presence of Russia, Ukraine, Israel and the Palestinians. In the gardens where the world’s largest contemporary art event opens to the public Saturday, the Russian pavilion stands just a few paces away from a deer sculpt»»»

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs,expressed the UAE’s full solidarity with Bahrain and its support for the measures taken by Bahraini security authorities following the discovery of an organisation linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Gu»»»

As US-Iran talks continue to stall and regional tensions intensify, uncertainty surrounding Iran’s political and economic future deepens. Recent diplomatic efforts have some progress, but both sides remain divided over key security and strategic issues, while clashes and pressure campaigns continue»»»

Jakarta: Indonesian authorities have detained more than 300 foreign nationals this week for allegedly running an online gambling ring in the capital Jakarta, police said Saturday. Gambling is illegal in Indonesia, with punishments extended to bookmakers, punters and those who promote gambling conte»»»

Manama: Bahrain's Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday the arrest of 41 individuals belonging to an organization linked to Iran. In a statement by the Bahrain News Agency, the Ministry stated that security services uncovered the organization based on the findings of investigations and securit»»»

Hezbollah Military Media released a new video on Saturday offering a rare look at how its fighters track and target Israeli troops along the Lebanon border, underscoring growing concerns over the group’s expanding drone capabilities. The one-minute footage, dated Friday, May 5, opens with an FPV (f»»»

TUNIS, May 9, 2026 (TAP) — The National Guard General Directorate commemorated on Saturday the third observance of the death of Chief Warrant Officer Khaireddine Lafi, who was killed during the attack on the Ghriba synagogue in Djerba on May 9,...»»»

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The Belgian Economic Mission to the Republic of Türkiye led by H.M. Queen Mathilde of Belgium will take place on 10-14 May 2026. Maxime Prévot, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Development Cooperation, Theo Francken, Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade,»»»

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad police on Saturday issued a traffic advisory ahead of an event marking the first anniversary of Pakistan’s four-day military standoff with India, warning commuters of possible road closures, heightened security and delays in parts of the federal capital on Sunday. The confl»»»

Doha, Qatar: Authorities have listed prohibited items at Khalifa International Stadium ahead of the Amir Cup final showdown between Al Sadd and Al Gharafa this evening, May 9, 2026. "Your cooperation with security personnel and authorities ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all," said Qatar»»»

An Indian sailor was killed and four others injured after a wooden dhow caught fire and sank near the Strait of Hormuz, the Indian Consulate in Dubai said on Saturday. According to government sources, the vessel was carrying 18 Indian crew members, all of whom were rescued by a passing ship after t»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - All Russian troop battlegroups in the special operation zone continue to strictly observe the ceasefire, the Russian Ministry of Defense said on Saturday. "In accordance with the decision of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, during the »»»