Dubai: If you have left your Eid Al Adha plans to the last minute, there is still plenty happening across the UAE — from discounted staycations and shopping deals to free treats for children, family-friendly museum activities and desert getaways. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques &»»»

DUBAI: As part of the efforts to integrate Dubai government services within the digital shared channels ecosystem, Digital Dubai organised an intensive specialised bootcamp in collaboration with government entities to accelerate the integration of individual services into the “DubaiNow” app. More t»»»

'Speed, money and compassion' - lessons from an Ebola survivor and other experts Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleThomas MukhwanaAfrica correspondent AFP via Getty ImagesWest Africa experienced the world's worst and most complex Ebola epidemic more than a decade ago "I saw the burial team»»»

Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr Andreas Krieg, Senior Lecturer at the School of Security Studies at King's College London and Fellow at the Institute of Middle Eastern Studies. According to Krieg, "Iran is fighting a war against the global economy." By targeting the UAE, and especia»»»

The World Health Organization has raised the risk of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola spreading across the Democratic Republic of Congo to “very high,” warning the outbreak could accelerate rapidly. With no approved vaccine or treatment available, health officials are racing to contain the virus and »»»

President Emmanuel Macron endorsed repealing centuries-old royal decrees that codified slavery in French colonies on Thursday, calling their continued existence “an offence” to the Republic. Marking 25 years since France recognised slavery as a crime against humanity, Macron also reopened debate on»»»

The Council of the European Union today decided to expand the scope of the legal framework of the European sanctions imposed on Iran to include individuals and entities involved in policies and actions that infringe upon the established rights of both transit and innocent passage through internatio»»»

Haiti’s powerful gangs nearly tripled their recruitment of children in 2025. This year, a new UN-backed security force has begun deploying – but for the thousands of children already caught up in armed groups, the path back to a stable future remains uncertain.  As a new multinationa»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 19:45 on Friday 22-05-2026 a newly established command center belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 19:55 on Friday 22-05-2026 a gathering of soldiers belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in Naqoura»»»

After more than three years of war, Sudan is facing a different political and humanitarian moment. The fighting has not stopped, and neither side has won. But the cost of prolonging the war now appears to have outgrown what Sudan, its neighbors, and the wider international community can bear. As in»»»

Head of Hezbollah’s Loyalty to Resistance Parliamentary bloc, Hajj Mohammad Raad addressed the Resistance community, stressing that it is the criteria of honesty and commitment. MP Raad stressed that the Resistance fighters are protecting the existence amid the absence of the state, warning against»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted an Israeli force stationed in the town of Naqoura with a drone strike and achieved a confirmed hit: st»»»

The United Arab Emirates welcomed the adoption by the World Health Assembly (WHA) – the highest decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO) – during its current session, of a resolution submitted by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Member States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan»»»

Sharjah: Officials from cultural and academic institutions in the UAE have affirmed that Sharjah’s participation as Guest of Honour (GOH) at the fifth edition of the Warsaw International Book Fair (WIBF), held from 28th–31st May 2026, reflects the emirate’s standing on the international cultural sc»»»

Athens: Deputy Speaker of the Shura Council HE Dr. Hamda bint Hassan Al Sulaiti, currently visiting Greece, met with First Vice-President of the Hellenic Parliament HE Ioannis Plakiotakis. During her visit, Her Excellency also met with HE Chair of the Standing Committee on Defense and Foreign Affai»»»

ABU DHABI: Manchester City have officially confirmed that Pep Guardiola will step down from his role as manager this summer. The Catalan, who joined City in 2016, will depart as the club’s most successful manager after an amazing decade of success at the Etihad Stadium, winning 20 trophies. Manches»»»

The Emirates Council for Balanced Development has announced the launch of development works for the Al Rams Waterfront and Al Rams Boulevard projects in Ras Al Khaimah, as part of wider efforts to transform UAE villages and rural areas into integrated destinations that enhance quality of life and s»»»

Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) warned that severe shortages of medical equipment and supplies are limiting the ability of hospitals and health centers in Gaza to operate fully. WHO representative in the Palestinian territories, Rinehard van de Veerd, said 53 percent of hospitals and 58»»»

Istanbul, May 22 (SANA) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan confirmed Friday that Türkiye is continuing joint operations with Syria’s new government in the fields of mining and oil, describing the partnership as part of Ankara’s broader drive to achieve energy independence and expand its role as»»»

Ukrainian drone flyovers over NATO members’ territory could lead to uncontrollable military escalation if Western leaders continue to refuse direct dialogue with Russia, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has warned. Since mid-March, Ukrainian long-range drones have repeatedly crossed Baltic and Nor»»»

Dubai: Saudi PIF-owned airline startup, Riyadh Air, has opened public ticket sales for flights on its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners on the Riyadh-London route, with full-service operations set to begin from July 1, 2026. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & BalancesTickets for the Sa»»»

The Ministry of Interior has achieved a distinguished institutional milestone by obtaining the internationally recognized ISO 42001:2023 certification for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems across its three roles: developer, provider, and user. The certification was awarded by LRQA, a globa»»»

New Delhi: India's power ministry urged careful use of electricity on Friday, a day after breaking records for power generation during an intense heatwave in the world's most populous nation. Peak power usage this week has broken records for four straight days, with temperatures hitting 47C, accord»»»

ISTANBUL: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday ordered the closure of a top independent university with liberal leanings in the middle of the school year, according to an official decree. The decree, published in the official journal, revokes the operating license for Istanbul’s Bilgi U»»»

Dubai: Authorities in Beirut have established an open-air shelter to accommodate people displaced from their homes amid ongoing regional tensions and cross-border hostilities. The shelter, made up of rows of blue tents, has been set up along the capital’s waterfront area to provide temporary accomm»»»

Dubai: flydubai and Cyprus Airways have announced the launch of a new interline agreement, designed to enhance international connectivity and provide passengers with seamless access to an expanded network of destinations across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and the GCC. The partnership enables cust»»»

Fujairah: Field teams from the Fujairah Environment Authority have identified three sea turtle nesting sites along Fujairah’s coastline, marking a significant step in the emirate’s ongoing marine conservation efforts. The nesting sites were discovered near the Al Fqait protected area in Dibba, on t»»»

Abu Dhabi: Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the UAE President, said on Friday that the chances of the United States and Iran reaching an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz are “50/50”, warning that another round of conflict between the two sides would further destabilise the region. IIn re»»»

Dubai: A Gulf woman who spent three decades living under the identity of a dead Kuwaiti citizen has been sentenced to prison in one of Kuwait’s most extraordinary fraud and identity forgery cases, a scandal that has gripped public attention across the Gulf. According to court proceedings, the case »»»

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday there was "slight progress" during talks with Iran amid uncertainty as to whether a deal will be reached or war will resume. He spoke days after U.S. President Donald Trump said he was holding off on a military strike on Iran because "serious negotiat»»»

BELGRADE - Serbia sees its cooperation with African countries and the Non-Aligned Movement as one of the main comparative advantages of its foreign policy, FM Marko Djuric said on Friday at an Africa Day ceremony in Belgrade, thanking African countries that support the territorial integrity and sov»»»

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (Knowledge and Human Development Authority) has confirmed that private school fees in Dubai will remain unchanged for the 2026–27 academic year, following a leadership directive. The decision, issued under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin »»»

Dubai: Days after Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, invited a young Kenyan boy to visit the city, the story has come full circle. Get updated faster and for FREE: Downl»»»

Abu Dhabi, May 22 (SANA) Abu Dhabi Ports Group announced Friday the launch of an integrated multimodal land logistics network that combines dry ports, freight warehouses and rail-linked transport infrastructure to support industrial supply chains across the United Arab Emirates. The new network inc»»»

CIM Steel Industry LLC, Rhino Steel Industries LLC and Metal Care Center Factory LLC have formed a landmark industrial collaboration under the Umm Al Quwain Industrial City Authority, supporting the UAE’s vision of becoming a global hub for advanced manufacturing and sustainable industrial developm»»»

The UAE called on the United Nations Security Council on Friday to ensure the enforcement of its resolutions and safeguard international navigation, warning that continued attacks on civilians and vital infrastructure are undermining both international law and the credibility of the council itself.»»»

Abu Dhabi: Q Mobility , the public parking operator in Abu Dhabi, announced free public parking and toll gate access across Abu Dhabi during the Eid Al Adha holiday, while unveiling revised operating hours for vehicle inspection centres, licensing facilities and customer service branches across the»»»

Dubai: Six board and audit committee members at Middle East Healthcare Company (Saudi German Health) have resigned with immediate effect, Gulf News can reveal. The revelation comes a day after Saudi Arabia’s market regulator announced final decisions convicting 11 individuals over financial stateme»»»

Dubai: A Dubai-based expat from Kerala is celebrating a memorable Big Ticket win after his long-running group entry struck lucky in the latest weekly e-draw, earning Dh25,000 to be shared among 50 members. Girishkumar Parayanthazhathu, a sales manager who has been living in Dubai since 2003, has hi»»»

The ninth edition of the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience 2026 concluded in Abu Dhabi after attracting more than 37,000 visitors and bringing together leading companies and experts from around the world. Held under the patronage of Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the exhibiti»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has reinforced its position as a leading regional hub for the transition toward sustainable mobility after ranking first in the Middle East for electric vehicle (EV) sales for the second consecutive year, according to the International Energy Agency’s Global EV Outlook 2026 repor»»»

Ras Al Khaimah: As beaches across the emirate begin attracting larger crowds during the summer season, Ras Al Khaimah Police has launched a month-long awareness campaign aimed at promoting beach safety and preventing drowning incidents. The campaign is being organised by the Media and Public Relati»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority has ordered the administrative closure of Ahal Al Raya Butchery, located in the Hadbat Al Zafranah area of Abu Dhabi Island, citing repeated food safety violations and practices deemed hazardous to public health. In a statement, the aut»»»

Kochi and Chennai airports have stepped up Ebola surveillance and passenger screening measures as part of nationwide precautionary efforts following global health alerts. While Kochi has activated a 24-hour monitoring system after an emergency preparedness meeting, Chennai has issued a passenger ad»»»

Kathmandu, Nepal: Two Indian climbers have died on Mount Everest during a record-breaking period of ascents via Nepal's southern route, as experts warn of overcrowding on the world's highest peak. "They fell ill while descending at high altitude. We are working out how to retrieve the bodies," Nive»»»

Dubai: When Dr. Faisal Shaheen arrived in the UAE in 1972, Abu Dhabi was still in the early stages of its transformation into the modern city it is today. More than five decades later, the Syrian expat has become one of the capital’s most familiar faces among pet owners, a veterinarian trusted by g»»»

ARMAF the biggest fragrance hoise in UAE with a presence in 140 countries, brought fragrance, culture, and entertainment together in spectacular fashion with the unveiling of The Timeless Collective – Season 2 at Wavehouse, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai. Hosting over 250 creators, media personalities, t»»»

French President's special envoy to Lebanon Jean-Yves Le Drian has warned of "a dangerous situation" in Lebanon, pointing out to divisions inside the country, regarding Israel and Hezbollah. In an interview Thursday, Le Drian said Lebanon's unity and integrity are at risk, citing the Israeli occupa»»»

At PRIME Hospital, complex surgery is not only about removing disease. It is about restoring function, confidence and quality of life. In January 2026, a multidisciplinary surgical team successfully performed a highly complex total right hemi-mandibular resection with temporomandibular joint recons»»»