Gulf News 2h

What makes distance learning click for students? UAE educators break it down, from tech tools to teaching styles

Long before Zoom, I was already losing at digital chemistry games. I didn’t grow up in the time of online learning as such, but I do recall a certain science teacher in sixth grade who march us into a room with a projector and fire up an interactive computer-learning programme where we had to solve»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

ICC launches mobile application for Indian community in Qatar

Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) marked a significant milestone in its digital outreach with the official launch of its mobile application on Sunday at the ICC Ashoka Hall. The event witnessed the presence of key dignitaries and members of the Indian community, underscorin»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Babu Rajan inspires community on International Workers’ Day

Tribune News Network Doha In an inspiring address centred on meaningful work and joyful living, PN Babu Rajan, a long-time Doha resident and prominent socio-cultural activist, urged the community to work with a smile and embrace a life of happiness and contentment. Babu Rajan, who also serves as th»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

KSQ hosts grand event to celebrate Labour Day in Doha

Tribune News Network Doha The Karnataka Sangha Qatar (KSQ), which is affiliated with the Indian Cultural Centre, successfully hosted its Labour Day Celebration 2026 at the Pearling Sports Academy. Centred on the Kannada philosophy “Kaayakave Kailasa” (Work is Worship), the event brought together a »»»

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BNE 7h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 7h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 7h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 7h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 7h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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Gulf News 14h

Vijay still short of numbers despite Congress backing in Tamil Nadu

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay remained short of the numbers needed to form the next government in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday despite securing Congress support, as intense negotiations continued in Chennai following the actor-politician’s stunning electoral debut. Reports said Vijay was un»»»

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Tanjug 17h

Pristina indicts eight people in absentia for alleged Djakovica war crimes

PRISTINA - The so-called special prosecutor's office in Pristina on Wednesday indicted eight people in absentia for alleged war crimes against civilians in Djakovica during the 1999 conflict in Kosovo-Metohija. In a statement, the indictees were identified by the initials M K, V M, D R, Z D, C B, M»»»

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Gulf News 18h

US tourist dies after falling ill on Kashmir houseboat

Srinagar: A tourist from the USA died on Wednesday after falling ill while staying in a houseboat in the world-famous Dal Lake in Kashmir. Police said 83-year-old John David Anderson was rushed to a nearby private hospital after he complained of uneasiness in the chest. Doctors at the local hospita»»»

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RT 19h

The West’s Caucasus circus: How has the Yerevan Summit looked from Moscow?

Over the past several days Western leaders have flocked to Armenia, a post-Soviet nation of 3 million people which hosts a Russian military base, for what Western media has described as a “historic summit,” charting Yerevan’s path away from Moscow and highlighting the EU’s purportedly growing respo»»»

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France24 06.05. 06:26

Press Review - Vijay: From Tamil Nadu's biggest film star to Indian political leader

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, May 5: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party is celebrating an "historic" state election win in West Bengal, while Vijay, one of the most famous Tamil film stars, just won the state election in Tamil Nadu with his upstart political party. We look at reac»»»

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Arab News 05.05. 21:10

2 killed and 3 injured in shootings near a shopping mall north of Dallas

CARROLLTON, Texas: A man shot five people in Texas on Tuesday, killing two, at a shopping mall north of Dallas, police said. Carrollton Chief Roberto Arredondo said it was not a random act of gunfire and that the victims knew the attacker, who was later arrested after a short chase on foot. “We don»»»

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Middle East Observer 05.05. 20:40

Monoprix Ventures into Egypt: A New Dawn for Retail in 2025

In a strategic move poised to transform Egypt’s retail landscape, French retail giant Monoprix has announced its ambitious plans to enter the Egyptian market in 2025. This expansion marks a significant milestone in Monoprix’s international growth strategy and is set to bring a wave of economic bene»»»

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Gulf News 05.05. 17:06

Pooja Hegde says she foresaw Vijay’s election win, calls it a dream turned into reality

Dubai: Congratulatory messages continue to pour in for TVK chief Vijay Thalapathy following his impressive victory in the recent Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The win is especially significant as it marks the actor-turned-politician’s electoral debut. His ‘Jana Nayagan’ co-star Pooja Hegde reveale»»»

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Gulf News 05.05. 15:29

After big win, a tougher choice: Who leads Kerala?

The Congress high command faces its first and most critical test in Kerala after a sweeping electoral victory — choosing the next chief minister, a decision that will set the tone for governance and internal cohesion over the next five years. With the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) retu»»»

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Gulf News 05.05. 15:27

After losing an eye, a Gaza artist turns trauma into powerful charcoal drawings

Dubai: After losing an eye in an Israeli military strike, Gaza artist Areej al-Saafin is turning trauma into expression. From her home in the Bureij refugee camp, she creates charcoal drawings on the walls, reflecting pain, resilience and survival. The war in Gaza began after Hamas’s October 7, 202»»»

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Arab News 04.05. 23:54

Netflix announces theatrical release for new ‘Narnia’ in 2027

LOS ANGELES: Netflix has said it will release a film globally in theaters nearly two months before it hits the streaming service — a first for the content platform. “Narnia: The Magician's Nephew” will debut on the big screen on February 12 and arrive on television on April 2, the company said in a»»»

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RT 04.05. 23:46

EU accused of wasting billions on AI data centers with no customers

The EU’s plan to spend over €20 billion ($23.5 billion) on AI gigafactories has drawn sharp criticism ahead of its formal launch as lawmakers and experts question whether there is any real demand for the facilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen first outlined the plan in Febru»»»

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Sputnik 04.05. 16:39

New KC-46 Supertankers Promise Israel Conventional Samson Option Strike Сapability

The first of six customized, Boeing KC-46 ‘Gideon’ tankers has completed its maiden flight in the US, and will be delivered to Israel in about a month’s time, the Israeli Defense Ministry has announced. The twin-engined ‘next-gen stealth tanker’ aircraft feature: standard 767 airframe married to ne»»»

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Gulf News 04.05. 13:37

Vijay’s political rise isn’t new, Tamil Nadu has a long history of actors becoming Chief Ministers

Dubai: In Tamil Nadu, actors turning into state leaders isn’t a dramatic twist. It’s an established pattern, played out successfully time and again.For years, the state has watched its screen heroes step off the big screen and straight into positions of power. But where did it all begin? Say hello »»»

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Gulf News 04.05. 11:13

Election celebrations from Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam to Puducherry

Dubai: Assembly election results across West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry sparked widespread celebrations, as supporters gathered in large numbers to mark victories. Streets filled with party flags, music and cheering crowds, reflecting the political significance of the outcomes»»»

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Gulf News 04.05. 09:00

Trisha Krishnan trends, TVK surges and fan incident shocks: Thalapathy Vijay dominates counting day

Dubai: As Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Assembly election counting unfolds, Tamil actor Thalapathy Vijay has emerged as the central figure in a rapidly evolving narrative that goes beyond electoral numbers. Early trends showing a strong debut for his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), have been accompanied»»»

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Gulf News 04.05. 04:48

Women over 50: Why UAE doctors say workouts are key to protecting your heart and muscles

At 65, she feels younger than she did at 45. Dubai-based Anuradha Chatterjee feels that she is living her second life. "I've been a homemaker my whole life, looking after my husband and children, sending them off to college. My husband died a few years ago, and I was all alone at home. I was just l»»»

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Daily News Egypt 03.05. 20:22

K Developments launches EGP 1.5bn Palencia Plaza in Shorouk City

K Developments has launched Palencia Plaza, a mixed-use project in Shorouk City, east Cairo, with investments estimated at EGP 1.5bn. The development forms part of the company’s expansion strategy in commercial, administrative, and medical real estate. Chairperson Omar El-Fayoumi said the project r»»»

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Gulf News 01.05. 15:39

Weird, wonderful, and offbeat — this week in photos

1/10A participant poses, caked in mud as they compete in the annual Maldon Mud Race in Maldon, east England.AFP2/10A couple with a dog ride a motorbike at Enqelab Square in Tehran.AFP3/10An aerial view shows people visiting a hillside in full bloom with azaleas during the annual Azalea Festival in »»»

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France24 01.05. 14:34

Access Asia - From life in North Korea to pink hair dye: K-pop band 1VERSE spills all

From North Korea to Japan to the United States, the members of K-pop band 1VERSE are from diverse backgrounds. Yuka Royer sits down with Seok, Aito, Kenny and Nathan, as they made a stop in Paris during their world tour.  But first, some 20,000 seafarers remain stuck in the Persian Gulf amid t»»»

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Arab News 29.04. 21:16

Afghan convicted of conspiracy in deadly suicide bombing at Kabul airport during US withdrawal

VIRGINIA, USA: An alleged Daesh group militant was convicted on Wednesday of a conspiracy charge in a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the US military’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. Mohammad Sharifullah faces a maximum prison sentence of 20 years after his one-count »»»

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UPI 29.04. 12:07

DeepMind chief reunites with baduk champion 10 yrs after historic match - UPI.com

Demis Hassabis, the co-founder and chief executive officer of Google DeepMind (L), shakes hands with South Korea's legendary Go player Lee Sedol at an event held in Seoul on Wednesday. Photo by Yonhap Demis Hassabis, the co-founder of Google DeepMind, reunited Wednesday with South Korea's legendary»»»

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Gulf News 29.04. 11:55

What top skills matter in 2026? UAE experts break down hiring priorities, say critical thinking beats AI

You might or might know that career anxiety that creeps up every few years: You're plagued by the thought, what do I need to learn now so I’m not left behind later? Coding, AI, finding out what the ‘newest’ tools are, before everything becomes mainstream? Where do we go from here? It gets rather ov»»»

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Gulf News 29.04. 11:38

Who's in charge? Iran’s leadership shows widening 'fractures' — economic pressure, infighting intensify amid internet blackout

Iran’s ruling system, built over 47 years since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, is showing signs of deepening strain, analysts and a US think-tank reported Wednesday. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW), based in Washington DC, stated that economic hardship, internal rivalries, international pres»»»

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Arab News 29.04. 11:28

MindSpire Education officially launches in Saudi Arabia

MindSpire Education, the regional K-12 platform formerly known as Spark Education Platform, officially launched its new brand identity at an exclusive ceremony at Bab Samhan, A Luxury Collection Hotel, in the heart of historic Diriyah. The launch marks the next stage of growth for one of the region»»»

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UPI 29.04. 09:06

On This Day, April 29: U.S. troops liberate Dachau concentration camp - UPI.com

On April 29, 1945, troops of the U.S. Seventh Army liberated 32,000 prisoners at the Nazi regime's Dachau concentration camp near Munich, Germany. 1 of 5 | Workers present the stolen iron gate with the slogan "Arbeit macht frei" ("Work will set you free") after its return to the site in Dachau, Ger»»»

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RT 28.04. 21:19

Bild publishes nude photos of Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream attack

German tabloid Bild has published nude images of a Ukrainian woman allegedly linked to the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. According to media reports, the woman was part of a group of Ukrainian nationals suspected by German investigators of renting the yacht Andromeda to carry out t»»»

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Arab News 28.04. 14:54

Man pleads guilty to plotting attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna

WIENER NEUSTADT, Austria: A man accused of pledging allegiance to the Daesh group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, his lawyer said. The plot was thwarted, but Austrian authorities stil»»»

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UPI 28.04. 09:55

North Korea executions surged during pandemic crackdown, report says - UPI.com

North Korea ramped up executions during the COVID-19 pandemic and intensified crackdowns on South Korean media access, a report released Tuesday said. In this photo, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appears at a ruling party congress in February. File Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, April 28 (UPI) -- North»»»

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Gulf News 27.04. 14:51

“Why fight at 80?” The Supreme Court of India pushes for mediation in the high-profile Kapur family estate dispute

Dubai: In a fresh development in the estate dispute involving late businessman Sanjay Kapur, the Supreme Court of India on Monday issued notice on a plea filed by Rani Kapur, seeking responses from Priya Sachdev Kapur and 22 others. The court also indicated that mediation may be an appropriate rout»»»

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Gulf News 27.04. 13:12

Record demand, heatwave strain Kerala grid, trigger outages

Dubai: Kerala is moving towards short, scheduled power curbs during peak hours as electricity demand surges to record levels, straining the state’s grid and triggering intermittent outages across several regions. According to Indo-Asian News Service, authorities are preparing to regulate supply for»»»

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Al Awsat 27.04. 12:48

Final Talks Begin on Missing Piece for Pandemic Treaty

An extra week of negotiations to complete an international agreement on handling future pandemics kicked off in Geneva on Monday, with sharp divisions holding up an accord. Wealthy countries and developing nations are at loggerheads in the talks at the World Health Organization over how the pandemi»»»

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Gulf News 27.04. 11:17

UAE pharma firms say medicine supplies remain stable

Dubai: Global and regional pharmaceutical companies operating in the UAE say closer coordination with the Emirates Drug Establishment is helping keep medicines, vaccines and medical technologies moving, even as supply chains face pressure from changing demand and global logistics disruptions. Sign »»»

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Gulf News 27.04. 09:54

Watch: ‘Amazing’ tulips in full bloom pull visitors to Keukenhof Park in the Netherlands

Dubai: Millions of tulips have burst into colour at Keukenhof, the world-famous flower park located near Amsterdam. Open for just eight weeks each spring, the garden attracts tens of thousands of visitors daily from across the globe. Spread across vast landscaped grounds, the vibrant display showca»»»

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Arab News 27.04. 09:02

Final talks begin on missing piece for pandemic treaty

GENEVA: An extra week of negotiations to complete the crucial missing piece of an international agreement on handling future pandemics kicks off Monday at the WHO, with sharp divisions holding up an accord.Wealthy countries and developing nations are at loggerheads in the World Health Organization »»»

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Gulf News 27.04. 07:26

UAE schools to resume outdoor activities after KHDA update

Schools are preparing to gradually resume outdoor activities after a period of disruption caused by the recent Iran–Israel–US conflict, which had forced campuses to shift to distance learning and suspend all physical, outdoor engagement. Also Read: UAE schools reopen: Safety plans, roles of schools»»»

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Gulf News 27.04. 06:02

Back to school UAE: ‘He was excited to return’ — how children with autism are settling back into school

For seven years, Qurratulain Jawad’s son was homeschooled. As she explains, “It was a big transition for him. We also wanted him to use the school bus to build independence, but he had never used one before,” she explains. And so, she requested the centre if she could accompany him on the bus for f»»»

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BNE 26.04. 07:25

India’s nuclear triad operational, still lags far behind China

The commissioning of the INS Aridhaman marks an important point in India’s nuclear triad, giving it a third nuclear ballistic missile submarine meaning that the nation can now maintain a continuous at-sea deterrent, Carnegie India writes. »»»

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BNE 26.04. 07:25

India’s nuclear triad operational, still lags far behind China

The commissioning of the INS Aridhaman marks an important point in India’s nuclear triad, giving it a third nuclear ballistic missile submarine meaning that the nation can now maintain a continuous at-sea deterrent, Carnegie India writes. »»»

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BNE 26.04. 07:25

India’s nuclear triad operational, still lags far behind China

The commissioning of the INS Aridhaman marks an important point in India’s nuclear triad, giving it a third nuclear ballistic missile submarine meaning that the nation can now maintain a continuous at-sea deterrent, Carnegie India writes. »»»

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Arab News 25.04. 09:53

Portugal’s Fernandes hopes to win World Cup to crown Ronaldo’s career

LISBON: Portugal midfielder Bruno ‌Fernandes expressed hope that he and his teammates can help crown Cristiano Ronaldo’s international ​career by winning the 2026 World Cup. The 41-year-old Ronaldo is set to appear in a record sixth World Cup in June, a tournament expected to be the final major cha»»»

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