Gulf News 13m

The energy of healing: How one doctor built a holistic healing philosophy in the UAE

More than three decades ago, when Dr Ludmila Vassileva arrived in the UAE, she brought medical expertise, and something more enduring: A belief that would come to mould her life’s work. A cardiologist by training, with a PhD rooted in the complexities of heart disease, her early research led her so»»»

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Gulf News 48m

Marcos eyes Philippines–China joint oil exploration deal revival as Mideast War reshapes energy strategy

Manila: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Philippines and China to revisit long-stalled talks on joint oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, despite ongoing territorial disputes. In an interview with Bloomberg, Marcos acknowledge»»»

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Gulf News 49m

Rain falls across the UAE for a third straight day — and the NCM says it's not over

Dubai: Unsettled weather conditions continue for the third day, with rainfall reported across the country as the UAE remains under the influence of a low-pressure system, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said the country is affected by an extension of surface and upper»»»

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BBC 1h

Oil at $150 will trigger global recession, says boss of financial giant BlackRock

If the price of oil hits $150 a barrel it will trigger a global recession, the boss of US financial giant BlackRock has told the BBC. Larry Fink, who leads the world's largest asset manager, said if Iran "remains a threat" and oil prices stay high it will have "profound implications" for the world »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Hormuz test: India’s shift from vulnerability to strategy

Few geographic spaces illustrate the fragility of globalisation as starkly as the Strait of Hormuz. A narrow maritime corridor only 33 kilometres wide at its tightest passage, it remains one of the most consequential chokepoints in the international system. In 2026, renewed geopolitical tensions in»»»

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Gulf News 2h

7 ways the war affects fuel, food and expenses

Dubai: The impact of the Middle East conflict is moving steadily from global markets into household budgets, with early signs already visible in fuel and transport. Pressure is expected to build in stages, spreading across food, goods and services if disruptions persist. Sign up for our daily busin»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Trump: War in Iran has been won, 'Iran is going to make a deal', no nuclear weapons

US President Donald Trump has declared: "This war has been won. The only one that likes to keep it going is the fake news." He also pointed out: "Iran is going to make a deal. The new leadership gave us a significant present that showed me that we're dealing with the right people." Trump did not me»»»

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RT 3h

The new missile buildup in East Asia: Three strategies take shape

The prospect of a major conflict in East Asia is no longer confined to strategic forecasts, as military planning across the region increasingly reflects scenarios involving China and North Korea. In response, countries closely aligned with the United States – Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan – are ac»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Modi, Trump discuss Mideast tensions: Indian leader calls for de-escalation, open Hormuz

In a timely diplomatic outreach amid rising global concerns over energy security, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from US President Donald Trump. Modi shared details of the conversation on X, describing it as a “useful exchange of views on the situation in West Asia.” »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Oil prices: WTI rockets 5% as Murban crashes 14%, Brent slides to $99

As of 7:20 am Japan time (March 25, 2026), the global oil market is flashing signs of volatility with massive divergences across major crudes. While US and some producer benchmarks surge on supply fears, premium Middle East grades are sliding — painting a picture of a market under extreme geopoliti»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Sharjah Civil Defence intensifies measures amid unstable weather

SHARJAH: The Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has strengthened its field readiness in response to ongoing unstable weather conditions across the UAE, including heavy rain, strong winds, and reduced visibility, which may cause water accumulation in certain areas. These measures aim to ensure rapid em»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

QRCS launches Hakeem digital health platform

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its ongoing efforts to support the health sector in Qatar towards the goals of the National Health Strategy 2024-2030, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) recently launched the Hakeem digital health platform and mobile app (for both iOS and Android), inspired by a»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

MECC announces resumption of sheep and goat grazing

QNA Doha Qatar’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) has announced the resumption of nationwide grazing for sheep and goat following the end of the annual seasonal ban, which runs from December 1 to March 15. A ministry statement on Tuesday said the measure is in line with Ministerial»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

MoCI recalls models ofKia and BMW vehicles

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Al-Attiya Motors and Trading, Qatar’s Kia dealership, has announced the recall of Kia EV6, EV5, K8 Hybrid, Carnival, Sorento, Sorento Hybrid and Tasman 2025 models. The recall is due to a possible software f»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Oryx University announces resumption of full on-campus academic activities

Tribune News Network DOHA Oryx University has announced the resumption of full on-campus academic and operational activities effective March 24, in accordance with Ministerial Circular No. 127/2026 issued by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE). Following the MoEHE circular direct»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Doha Film Institute moves Qumra 2026 edition online

Tribune News Network Doha In light of the recent developments in the region, Doha Film Institute (DFI) has moved the upcoming edition of Qumra online to ensure the safety and wellbeing of guests, projects and teams. The programme will continue to offer invaluable networking and mentorship support i»»»

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Libya Herald 4h

Damaged and drifting Russian gas tanker under control – being tugged away to sea by Libyan efforts

SZ-24/03/26 The damaged and drifting Russian (LNG) gas tanker within Libyan territorial waters, the Arctic Metagaz, has been brought under control by Libya and is being towed away into international waters. The intervention took place after the gas tanker drifted to about 35 kms off the western Lib»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Aviation sector under full operational control: QCAA

QNA Doha Qatar’s air transport sector remains under “full operational control” despite heightened regional tensions and unprecedented risks to airspace safety, Acting President of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) Mohammed bin Faleh Al Hajri has said. In an interview with Qatar News Agency »»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

‘Arbitrary arrests and inhuman treatment of Palestinians have become a structural feature of Israel’s ongoing genocide’

QNA Geneva Qatar has affirmed that the report of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967 regarding arbitrary arrests, torture, and inhuman treatment perpetrated by Israel against the Palestinian people through detenti»»»

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RT 4h

Former Mossad official: US and Israel ‘miscalculated’ with Iran assassinations

The US‑Israeli strategy of decapitating Iran’s leadership in the hope of sparking a revolution was a “miscalculation” that has failed to destabilize the Islamic Republic, a former senior Mossad official has told RT. Rami Igra, who previously headed the Israeli intelligence Hostages and Missing Pers»»»

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Libya Herald 5h

Municipality of Tripoli Centre launches public survey to rename Italian era landmarks: Galleria De Bono and Galleria Mariotti

‎The Municipality of Tripoli Centre has launched a public survey consulting the Libyan public on the renaming of two major Tripoli colonial architectural landmarks: Galleria De Bono (1931) and Galleria Mariotti (1950’s). The initiative by the Municipality was sparked after a huge public debate erup»»»

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UPI 6h

Former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin sentenced for contempt in divorce case - UPI.com

President Donald Trump listens to then-Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin (L) during a prison reform roundtable in 2018. Bevin was sentenced to 60 days in jail in a family court case. File Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- Former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin was sentenced to 60 days in»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Salah to leave Liverpool at the end of the season

London: Mohamed Salah is to leave Liverpool at the end of this season, the Premier League champions announced Tuesday ending an "illustrious" nine years on Merseyside. The 33-year-old Egypt forward arrived at Anfield from Roma in 2017 and has made 435 appearances for Liverpool, scoring 255 goals. "»»»

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UPI 6h

Chile withdraws support for Michelle Bachelet’s U.N. bid - UPI.com

Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet wants to be the next United Nations' next secretary-general. File Photo by Sashenka Gutierrez/EPA SANTIAGO, Chile, March 24 (UPI) -- Citing low chances of success, the government of President José Antonio Kast has withdrawn Chile's support for former Presi»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

With Snap Elections Coming Up, Bulgaria Faces Sustained Russian Information Manipulation Pressure with Domestic Amplification Ecosystem - Report

With the April 19 snap elections coming up, Bulgaria faces sustained Russian information manipulation pressure compounded by a deeply embedded domestic amplification ecosystem, according to a new analytical report by the Centre for the Study of Democracy (CSD) made public Tuesday. Titled "Defending»»»

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Naharnet 6h

Trump says Iran gave US 'gift' linked to Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Iran gave him a "very big present" related to the Strait of Hormuz, boosting his confidence that he was talking to the right people in Tehran to end the war. The cryptic announcement came a day after Trump unexpectedly postponed threatened attacks on Ir»»»

UPI 6h

Oklahoma gov. taps energy exec Alan Armstrong to replace Markwayne Mullins in Senate - UPI.com

U.S. Attorney GeneralPam Bondi (L) swears in Markwayne Mullin as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security as his wife, Christine Mullin, stands by in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. Photo by Graeme Sloan/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- Oklahoma Gov.»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

BSP-United Left Launches Elections Campaign in Burgas

Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) leader Krum Zarkov launched the election campaign of the BSP–United Left coalition in the second multi-member constituency of Burgas, ahead of the April 19 elections. He said that the formation proposes a systemic change in governance. “We have a list of specialists »»»

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BBC 6h

What Iranians make of the possibility of talks to end the war

Donald Trump had issued an ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz - the narrow passage whose closure has caused the price of oil to spike across the world - or face the wrath of the US in the shape of attacks on its power plants. Hours before it was due to expire on Monday, the US preside»»»

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Daily News Egypt 6h

Industry Minister reviews engineering industries roadmap with FEI chamber

Egypt’s Minister of Industry, Khaled Hashem, underscored the strategic importance of the engineering industries sector, describing it as a cornerstone of the country’s industrial base. His remarks came during a meeting with the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Engineering Industries at the Fede»»»

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BBC 6h

Small window open for US-Iran talks, but swift end to war still unlikely

US President Donald Trump's dramatic description of "very strong talks" with Iran suggested the door to diplomacy has been flung open for what he said could be "a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East". But Iran almost immediately denied that talks had begun - and so f»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

UAE strongly condemns Iranian attack on Bahrain

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has strongly condemned the treacherous Iranian attack targeting Bahrain, which resulted in the martyrdom of a Moroccan civilian contractor serving with the UAE Armed Forces during a routine mission with the UAE crew, and the injury of five members of the UA»»»

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UPI 7h

GOP senators: Trump on board with DHS funding plan - UPI.com

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., said "discussions have been very positive and productive" toward funding the Department of Homeland Security. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump is willing to accept a Homeland Security funding plan that exclu»»»

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UPI 7h

Russian tanker shifts course away from Cuba, raising fuel uncertainty - UPI.com

The U.S. Navy destroyer USS Nitze has been detected near the Bahamas and is moving toward the central Caribbean at about 10 knots along a trajectory similar to that of the Russian tanker, according to naval tracking data. Photo by U.S. Navy March 24 (UPI) -- The Russian-flagged tanker Anatoly Kolod»»»

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Naharnet 7h

Iran, Israel trade strikes despite Trump talk of negotiations

Iran and Israel traded strikes on Tuesday, as the Middle East war showed no sign of de-escalation despite U.S. President Donald Trump signaling "very good talks" to end the three-week conflict. The war, sparked by U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran that killed its supreme leader, has upended global energy»»»

Sputnik 7h

Trump Claims US Talking With 'Right People' in Iran, Says Iranians Want Deal 'Badly'

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States is having conversations with the "right people" in Iran, US President Donald Trump claimed on Tuesday, adding that Iranians are "badly" after a deal. "The [Iranian] leaders are all gone. Nobody knows who to talk to. But we're actually talking to the right pe»»»

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Al Awsat 7h

Falih al-Fayadh, a ‘Cunning’ Player Who Survived Saddam and the US

Despite his “modest and calm” appearance, Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces chief Falih al-Fayadh is widely seen, including by rivals, as a “cunning” operator with a keen ability to seize opportunities and wage “fierce” battles against his opponents, traits that have kept him in power for more tha»»»

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Al Awsat 7h

France Urges Israel ‘to Refrain’ from Occupying South Lebanon Zone

Israel should "refrain" from sending in forces to take control of a zone in south Lebanon, France's foreign minister told AFP on Tuesday, warning that such a move would have "major humanitarian consequences". "We urge the Israeli authorities to refrain from such ground operations, which would have »»»

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Albanian Daily News 7h

PD Secretary-General Launches Purge of Members Supporting Ervin Salianji

Flamur Noka, Secretary-General of Albania’s Democratic Party (PD), has reportedly initiated a sweeping campaign to remove party members in various districts who are identified as supporters of Ervin Salianji. According to the local media, a decision dated March 23 confirms the expulsion of key Demo»»»

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BBC 7h

German outcry over deep fake porn targeting actress prompts bid to change law

Germany says it wants to make pornographic deep fakes a criminal offence, after a TV star accused her former husband of spreading sexualised images of her online. Collien Fernandes, 44, has filed a legal complaint in Spain against her former husband, 50-year-old actor Christian Ulmen. The case, rep»»»

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UPI 8h

American Dennis Coyle released from Afghanistan after a year - UPI.com

U.S. citizen Dennis Coyle, center, stands with former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad (R) and the United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Kabul Saif Mohammed Al-Ketbi upon his release by the Taliban government, in Kabul, Afghanistan, Tuesday. Photo by Samullah Popal/EPA March 24 (UPI) --»»»

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Sputnik 8h

PLA’s J-10C Drills Show Growing Edge in Integrated Air Warfare

As Monday marked the 28th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force’s J-10 fighter jet, CCTV News reported that multiple units have recently conducted high-intensity drills with J-10C fighter jets. The exercises took place under complex electromagnetic condi»»»

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BBC 8h

Prospect of US-Iran talks puts Netanyahu under pressure

With mixed signals over US plans for fresh talks with Iran, the exchange of fire between Iran and Israel - the Middle East's two arch-enemies - continues. Iran fired several missiles at targets in northern and southern Israel overnight, after Israel carried out "dozens" of air strikes inside Iran o»»»

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UPI 8h

Mexico seeks U.N. backing to relaunch students' disappearance probe - UPI.com

Demonstrators hold signs with images of missing students during a pilgrimage to the Basilica of Guadalupe in Mexico City in December 2025. Relatives and classmates of the 43 missing students from Ayotzinapa reiterated their demand for truth and justice. File Photo by Sashenka Gutierrez/EPA March 24»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Qatar voices strong condemnation, denunciation of escalating Israeli violations against Palestinians

Geneva: The State of Qatar voiced its strong condemnation and denunciation of the escalating violations committed by Israeli forces and Israeli settlers against the fraternal Palestinian people, through killing, assault, seizure of property, forced displacement, demolition of homes, continuation of»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Sharjah launches campaign to disinfect rainwater pools

Sharjah: In response to recent rainfall and unstable weather conditions, Sharjah City Municipality has launched an extensive field campaign to disinfect and sanitise stagnant rainwater across the emirate, aiming to curb the spread of public health pests such as mosquitoes. The move is part of the m»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

Rubio Plans Travel to France to Sell Iran War to Skeptical G7 Allies

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to France this week to try to sell America’s skeptical Group of Seven allies on the strategy of the Iran war that has sent global fuel prices soaring, the State Department said Tuesday. Rubio will attend a G7 foreign ministers meeting near Versailles outsi»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Sharjah Civil Defence ramps up emergency readiness

Sharjah: The Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has intensified its field preparedness in response to ongoing unstable weather conditions across the UAE, including rainfall of varying intensity and strong winds that could reduce visibility and lead to water accumulation in several areas. The move come»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Kenya Airways sees boost from Middle East conflict

Nairobi: Kenya's national carrier has seen passenger numbers jump by nearly a third and cargo up more than 250 percent during the Mideast war, its CEO said Tuesday. The war between the United States and Iran, now in its fourth week, has sent shockwaves through global markets, with fuel prices soari»»»

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Tanjug 8h

MOL Group receives OFAC approval to continue NIS acquisition talks until May 22

BUDAPEST - The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Ministry of the Treasury has granted a request by the Hungarian oil firm MOL Group to extend until May 22 a deadline for talks on its acquisition of the majority stake in the Serbian oil company NIS, MOL announced on the Budapest Stoc»»»

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