Kennedy Space Center, United States: Four astronauts blasted off aboard a massive NASA rocket Wednesday on a long-anticipated journey around the moon, the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50 years. With a thunderous roar that reverberated far beyond the launchpad, the enormous orange-and-white»»»

Dubai: The government of Dubai has called on residents to stay informed with facts amid the rapid spread of misinformation and rumours on social media. Daily posts claiming statements such as ‘I hear explosions in Dubai,’ “’ubai faces severe shortage of goods,’ or ‘Life in Dubai has come to a stand»»»

Iraqi oil fields once alive with the buzz of workers are nearly deserted. Ports that pulsed with the churn of cargo have fallen still, the din of commerce replaced by the soft rhythm of waves. A month after the war in Iran started, workers at ports and oil fields in the province of Basra, where alm»»»

Etem Gestamp, the Sofia-based joint venture between Viohalco Group and Spain’s Gestamp Group focused on aluminium extrusion and processing for the automotive industry, and Rezolv Energy, the Actis-backed independent power producer, have signed a 10-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) in Bu»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Army: Search and Rescue Teams Comb Northern Israel After Rocket Debris Falls from Lebanon 02-04-2026 10:11 AM Latest News Urgent Ne»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Enemy Police: Shrapnel hits multiple sites in Upper Galilee after rocket attack from Lebanon 02-04-2026 10:08 AM Latest News Urgent News En»»»

Damascus, April 2 (SANA) The head of the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority said Wednesday that a newly signed air transport agreement with Germany marks a significant step toward developing civil aviation in Syria, strengthening bilateral cooperation and aligning the sector with international standar»»»

Dubai: In just over a month, the global aviation industry has undergone a dramatic shift, with airfares climbing sharply across major routes, including from the UAE. What was once a relatively stable pricing environment has become volatile, as airlines grapple with rising fuel costs, reduced capaci»»»

President Donald Trump said U.S. forces will "finish the job" in Iran soon as "core strategic objectives are nearing completion," offering a full-throated defense of the war Wednesday night in his first national address since the conflict began more than a month ago. He used his platform before a w»»»

The Danube must become the highway of Europe, the port of Constanta represents a real opportunity to create a regional logistics hub, and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Romania (CCIR) has the legitimacy and operational capacity to catalyse these initiatives, CCIR Chairman Mihai Daraban sai»»»

The Romanian Government on Wednesday hosted a strategic B2B matchmaking meeting for companies operating in Ukraine's drone industry and Romanian defence companies.The main objective of the meeting was to facilitate direct links between the business entities of Romania and Ukraine to boost technical»»»

A senior figure in a Sudanese coalition that formed a government backed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) was killed in a strike by the Sudanese army on his home in Nyala, South Darfur, late Tuesday, while Health Minister Alaaeldin Naqd and others survived. Mohamed Hassan al-Taishi, prime minister »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Transport has moved the 2nd edition of the Autonomous e-Mobility Forum to Sept 7-9, 2026, against the backdrop of the current regional situation. The Forum was initially scheduled this April 7-9. Organied by Just us & Otto Marketing Services, the 2026 Forum will feature»»»

Doha, Qatar: Since entering 2026, the global automotive industry has been undergoing a dual cycle of structural adjustment and technological restructuring. In this complex market environment, Chery has demonstrated robust growth resilience and strategic focus. According to the latest data released »»»

BusinessUnited States of AmericaWealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?Timothy RooksGrowing income inequality and public displays of billionaire power are increasing calls for new income and wealth taxes aimed at the world's richest individuals. Can wealth ever be taxed fairly? h»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar ports (Hamad, Ruwais and Doha) witnessed growth in handling of the container and cargo volumes in March this year. Mwani Qatar stated in a post on its X platform, yesterday “Ports received over 44,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in March 2026, in addition to handling appr»»»

The seventh two-day meeting of the heads of ministries and agencies of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states responsible for environmental issues opened today at the Ala-Archa-1 State Residence. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Super»»»

From missile interceptions near Abu Dhabi to travel, education and price updates, here’s what UAE residents need to know today as regional tensions continue to impact daily life. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Missile intercepted near Abu Dhabi e»»»

Four astronauts – three Americans and one Canadian – blasted off Wednesday on NASA’s Artemis II, humanity’s first lunar flight in over 50 years. The 32-storey rocket soared from Kennedy Space Center, marking the start of a decade-long plan for sustainable Moon exploration and a future landing near »»»

Israel said it came under Iranian missile fire on Thursday after US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb the Iranian republic into the "Stone Ages" with heavy strikes in the next two to three weeks. In a speech from the White House, Trump sought to reassure war-weary Americans that the militar»»»

A small gas-canister bomb exploded early Thursday outside a block of flats in central Athens, police said, causing minor damage and no injury. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack and the target was unclear. The pre-dawn blast damaged the entrance to the building on the cor»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has resumed its educational programme, “Principles of Islamic Sciences,” delivered by a distinguished group of specialized preachers, as part of its ongoing “Ta’seel wa Tahseel” (Foundation and Attainment) initiative. Organized by the Departmen»»»

Doha: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) announced yesterday that Qatar has joined the Nice Agreement on the International Classification of Goods and Services, as part of efforts to enhance investor services and modernize its legislative and regulatory framework in line with global devel»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Social Development and Family has announced the launch of a unified digital platform that encompasses all its public services, marking a significant step in its digital transformation and efforts to enhance accessibility and efficiency. This initiative is expected to si»»»

Dubai: When universities across the UAE moved classes online or went hybrid, the challenge wasn’t just academic continuity, it was keeping thousands of students emotionally steady through an uncertain time. At Zayed University, Assistant Provost for Student Affairs Jane Tatterton says the solution »»»

The Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan announces the adoption of Order No. 280 by the General Administration of Customs of China on October 14, 2025, effective June 1, 2026. This d»»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Singapore’s reclaimed oil refining region, the 32-square-kilometre Jurong Island, has become the primary driver of record-high petrol prices in Australia as Middle East supply shocks ripple through the Asia-Pacific energy corridor, ABC Australia reports. »»»

Lebanese militant group Hezbollah said its fighters launched drones and rockets at northern Israel on Thursday, with the Israeli military's Home Front Command saying air raid sirens were activated across the border. In separate statements, the Iran-backed group claimed rocket fire targeting Israeli»»»

Dubai: A Dubai Misdemeanour court has acquitted an Arab woman of charges related to possessing and storing pornographic material using information technology, ruling that the case lacked both legal and evidentiary basis and was built on flawed and unlawfully obtained evidence. According to court re»»»

Beijing has voiced firm opposition to Manila's plan to rename more than 100 maritime features in the Nansha Qundao on April 2, vowing to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights, Global Times reports. The Chinese Foreign Ministry responded to reports that the Philippines intends to ad»»»

Beijing has voiced firm opposition to Manila's plan to rename more than 100 maritime features in the Nansha Qundao on April 2, vowing to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights, Global Times reports. The Chinese Foreign Ministry responded to reports that the Philippines intends to ad»»»

Beijing has voiced firm opposition to Manila's plan to rename more than 100 maritime features in the Nansha Qundao on April 2, vowing to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights, Global Times reports. The Chinese Foreign Ministry responded to reports that the Philippines intends to ad»»»

The World Bank on March 31 approved a $2bn loan for the Istanbul North Rail Crossing Project (INRAIL), a move that has implications for rail transit corridors that run from China across Central Asia and the South Caucasus. »»»

The second stage of the auction for land plots within Ala-Too Resort ski resort has been announced in Kyrgyzstan. Thirty-six lots, including key tourism and infrastructure facilities, are up for bid. The auction is being conducted by the State Property Management Agency. The plots are located in Kh»»»

1 of 6 | President Donald Trump delivers a prime-time address to the nation from the Cross Hall in the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Trump used the address to update the public on the month-long war in Iran. Pool photo by Alex Brandon/UPI | License Photo April 1 (UPI) -- President »»»

Abu Dhabi: Authorities in Abu Dhabi have responded to an incident near Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) after air defence systems successfully intercepted an Iranian missile, according to the Abu Dhabi Media Office. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply cl»»»

Industrial producer prices were 3.3% lower on average in February 2026 than one year earlier. Domestic output prices lessened by 3.1% and non-domestic ones by 3.3% compared to February 2025. Compared to the previous month, domestic output prices were 0.3% and non-domestic output prices 1.0%, so ind»»»

UAE authorities (Ministry of Defence) confirmed the situation is safe following successful interceptions of Iranian missile and drone threats, allowing residents to resume normal activities while remaining cautious. Residents received official alerts via mobile phones acknowledging successful neutr»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE's air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, the Ministry of Defence said early on Thursday, as loud sounds were reported in several parts of the country. In a statement, the ministry said the noises heard across different areas were the r»»»

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By this time, we are all familiar with the image of some harried schoolteacher attempting to maintain control over a classroom where the majority of students are transfixed by their smartphones instead of the dusty chalkboard. The dangers of social media for the minds of young and old alike has alr»»»

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