Dubai: Years spent working overseas will now carry added weight for Filipinos aiming to enter government service, following a new policy from the Philippine Civil Service Commission (CSC). Through resolution no. 2600596, the CSC has introduced the overseas Filipino workers (OFW) preference rating, »»»

Dubai: Light vehicles were responsible for the largest share of traffic accidents across the UAE last year, according to new figures released by the UAE Ministry of Interior. The data shows that light vehicles were involved in 3,834 accidents, far exceeding other categories. Motorcycles ranked seco»»»

NEW YORK: A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from forcing about 3,000 Yemeni refugees to leave the US, ruling that Temporary Protected Status repeatedly granted to them and due to expire Monday should be extended again. Judge Dale E. Ho in Manhattan extended the status tempo»»»

Dubai: Big Ticket has launched its May edition with a “a dynamic line-up of promotions,” headlined by the Dh20 million grand prize that will be awarded during a live draw on June 3. The draw will mark the moment one participant turns into a millionaire as the UAE heads into the summer season. This »»»

Dubai: A Dubai-based stock controller has won Dh25,000 in the latest Big Ticket weekly e-draw, describing the moment as “completely unexpected” after years of trying his luck. Mohammed Sameer, a 33-year-old Indian national, has been living in Dubai with his family for the past 14 years. Like many U»»»

Abu Dhabi: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, has taken part in the 70th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Trade Cooperation Committee, where ministers reviewed a series of strategic initiatives aimed at deepening economic ties and strengthening the competitiven»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»

Cookies have been around since the early days of the internet. The “Accept All” button has become a routine reflex for many. Now the EU wants to fix this loophole in its landmark privacy rules, claiming users would save 198 million hours a year with new changes – but will these really empower users»»»

At her studio in Iran's capital, Amen Khademi prepared a fashion shoot for a jacket she designed with Persian-inspired motifs. But even as she applied lipstick to the model, she was distracted, worrying if her business would survive after four months without its main link to customers — the interne»»»

TEHRAN, Iran: At her studio in Iran’s capital, Amen Khademi prepared a fashion shoot for a jacket she designed with Persian-inspired motifs. But even as she applied lipstick to the model, she was distracted, worrying if her business would survive after four months without its main link to customers»»»

Dubai: Dubai has launched a new support portfolio for its creative sector, giving artists, cultural institutions and small businesses access to workspaces, grants, training, exhibition opportunities and wider public visibility. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Creat»»»

Dubai: Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has not cut jobs despite fluctuations in demand linked to the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran, which has disrupted regional travel and mobility patterns. The DFM-listed company’s chief executive told Gulf News that business has remained “f»»»

Dubai: When you use your Visa card in the UAE—whether ordering food, booking a ride, or shopping online—the speed and reliability of that payment is set to improve. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Visa has appointed Emirates NBD as its National Ne»»»

Dubai: Dubai has launched a new support portfolio for its creative sector, giving artists, cultural institutions and small businesses access to workspaces, grants, training, exhibition opportunities and wider public visibility. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Creat»»»

CAIRO — Egypt has secured a significant new industrial investment as Alpha Smart signed an agreement with the Suez Canal Economic Zone to develop an integrated ready-factories complex in the Sokhna industrial zone, according to an official statement issued by the authority. The signing ceremony, he»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have called on residents to strengthen the security of home surveillance systems and internet-connected devices, warning that weak settings can expose users to hacking, privacy breaches and cyber extortion. The alert comes as part of ongoing awareness campaigns by the General De»»»

Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports has begun deploying mobile counter devices across international entry points to facilitate the smooth arrival of pilgrims for the upcoming Hajj season. The authority said the initiative covers airports, land crossings and seaports, using advanced tech»»»

The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) has expressed grave concern over alleged violations of international law arising from the recent escalation of hostilities in Lebanon, while cautiously noting that diplomatic developments following high-level discussions held at th»»»

Vienna, April 30 (SANA) The OPEC Fund for International Development has launched a $1.5 billion initiative to support economic stability, trade and resilience in developing countries amid rising global pressures. The initiative, titled the Economic Stability, Trade and Resilience Initiative (E-STAR»»»

An appeals court on Wednesday denied President Donald Trump's request to rehear his appeal of writer E. Jean Carroll's defamation lawsuit. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo April 30 (UPI) -- A full federal appeals court rejected Donald Trump's request to rehear his appeal of an $83.3»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has continued a series of high-level consultative sessions aimed at shaping its National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030), with a strong emphasis on judicial reform and alignment with international standards. The sessions are being presided over by Minister of State for Inter»»»

TOKYO: The Japan-Saudi Parliamentary Friendship League convened a high-level general meeting in Tokyo on Tuesday, bringing together Saudi Ambassador to Japan Dr. Ghazi Faisal Binzagr, former Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry NISHIMURA Yasutoshi, 21 parliamentarians including SASAKI, Secretar»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani crowned the winners of the concluding Al Hail and Al Zamoul open rounds of the Annual Purebred Arabian Camel Racing Festival for the Sword of H H the Amir Shei»»»

AMMAN — Jordanian information and communications technology companies are well positioned to expand their footprint in the Syrian market, as the sector undergoes “rapid” transformation and modernisation, according to Haitham Rawajbeh, representative of the ICT sector at the Jordan Chamber of Commer»»»

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani troops targeted and destroyed several Afghan Taliban posts in a remote southwestern region on Wednesday in what officials described as a response to “unprovoked aggression,” signaling rising tensions between the neighbors. Two security officials said Pakistan also struck hideou»»»

Dubai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the 594-km Ganga Expressway, calling it a “new lifeline” for Uttar Pradesh. Designed for speeds of up to 120 kmph, the six-lane (expandable to eight) access-controlled corridor will cut travel time between Meerut and Prayagraj from 10–12 »»»

A memorandum of cooperation between the State Kyrgyz Export Center and Ozon marketplace was signed in Bishkek. The memorandum is aimed at supporting small and medium-sized businesses. The press service of the Center for Export Development and Promotion reported. According to the press service, the »»»

Beijing: China will ban the sale of drones in Beijing and require users to apply for permission for all flights in the capital under strict regulations that enter force on Friday. Officials have cited public security for the new rules, which also forbid bringing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or t»»»

JEDDAH: Two fintech firms have entered Saudi Arabia’s consumer finance market after securing licenses from the central bank, marking a further step in expanding digital lending and financial inclusion in the Kingdom. The Saudi Central Bank, known as SAMA, licensed Dufaa Co. for Financing to provide»»»

Infinite IT Solutions, a leading provider of enterprise e-invoicing and automation solutions in the Gulf region, today announced it has received pre-approval as an Accredited Service Provider (ASP) under the UAE's upcoming e-invoicing mandate. This accreditation positions Infinite as one of the fir»»»

1 of 2 | South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission on Wednesday designated Kim Bom, the founder of U.S.-listed e-commerce giant Coupang, as the company’s controlling entity. In this December photo, a Coupang sign is seen on an office building near a distribution center in the Ttukseom area of Seoul. Phot»»»

At a dusty lot an hour outside Beijing, a steady stream of vehicles come and go for a quick battery charge -- just one node in China's rapidly expanding network of electric trucks. While the country's prowess in electric passenger vehicles has long been known globally, electric trucks have only rec»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry organized a celebration marking World Intellectual Property Day under the theme “Intellectual Property and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate,” held at the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, with the aim of raising awareness about the importance of i»»»

Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad chaired yesterday a consultative session on the National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030), focusing on key social protections. The session was held in the presence of Minister of Social Development and »»»

Dubai: “When I was working on my documentary, somebody said you’ll always be 10 times less than me,” says Michelin-starred chef, filmmaker, and cookbook writer Vikas Khanna. “And I’m like, I don’t want to be equal. I want to be 11 times better than you." When asked if the person he was referring to»»»

Doha, Qatar: Old Doha Port yesterday officially launched the Qatar Boat Show 2026 campaign, unveiling the slogan “Crafting Wonderful” at a premiere event. Media professionals, industry partners, and key stakeholders gathered to witness the debut of the campaign’s brand film, marking the beginning o»»»

India has recently told the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) to reduce, remove, or avoid greenhouse gas emissions in the Indian economy by pricing such emissions through the trading of Carbon Credit Certificates (CCCs). »»»

Russia's intensified blocking of virtual private networks (VPNs) is causing widespread collateral disruption to legal banking, e-commerce, government and healthcare services, with Novosibirsk among the worst-hit regions, Russian media reported on April 28, citing IT-Balance specialist Lolita Piven.»»»

India has recently told the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) to reduce, remove, or avoid greenhouse gas emissions in the Indian economy by pricing such emissions through the trading of Carbon Credit Certificates (CCCs). »»»