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Dubai: Remember to hydrate well as you go about your day, today. Expect dusty skies, gusty winds and slightly cooler temperatures across the UAE, as highs in the coastal areas are going to remain in the mid-30s. If you’re driving in open areas, however, it is advised to exercise caution as visibili

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Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the unprovoked terrorist attack targeting an electricity generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra region. The attack was carried out by a drone that entered the country’s airspace from the we

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Dubai: The UAE Council for Fatwa announced that the crescent moon of Dhu Al-Hijjah for the year 1447 AH was sighted on Sunday evening, 29 Dhu Al-Qa’dah 1447 AH, corresponding to May 17, 2026, after reviewing the results of the sightings and observation reports received from specialists, experts and

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Cairo: Egypt has strongly condemned the drone attack that targeted the vicinity of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates, resulting in a fire affecting an electrical generator outside the facility’s inner perimeter. In a statement carried by the Egyptian Gazette, the Ministry

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Jakarta: Indonesia and Malaysia have officially announced that Monday, May 18, 2026, will mark the first day of Dhu Al-Hijjah 1447 AH, confirming that Eid Al-Adha will be observed on Wednesday, May 27. Malaysia’s national news agency Bernama quoted a senior official responsible for crescent moon si

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Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence announced that the country’s air defence systems intercepted three drones that entered the nation’s airspace from the western direction on Sunday. In a statement, the ministry said that two of the drones were successfully neutralised, while the third struck an

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New York: Two key themes shaping the US stock market — the artificial intelligence boom and inflation-pressured consumer spending — will be in focus next week, with earnings reports from semiconductor giant Nvidia and a range of major retailers led by Walmart. Stock indices have risen strongly in r

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Abu Dhabi: Etihad Credit Bureau has launched a new “Tenant Inquiry” service that allows property owners in the UAE to access the credit ratings of prospective tenants, subject to the tenant’s approval via the UAE PASS digital identity platform. The federal entity said the service enhances transpare

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Dubai: Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has emphasised the growing importance of museums in preserving culture and strengthening human connection. She said places that safeguard culture and shared h

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Dubai: The United Arab Emirates has strengthened its global standing by ranking among the world’s top 10 most efficient and effective governments in the Chandler Global Governance Index 2026. The achievement reflects the country’s development model, which is based on proactivity, flexibility and fu

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Rome: UAE Team Emirates-XRG continued its strong performance at the Giro d’Italia, with Ecuadorian rider Jhonatan Narváez winning stage eight to secure the team’s third victory within a week. Narváez claimed victory after launching a long-range attack alongside teammate Mikkel Bjerg with 76 kilomet

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Abu Dhabi: Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to a fire incident at an electrical generator located outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra region, according to the Abu Dhabi Media Office. The incident was caused by a drone strike. Officials confirmed that no

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Seoul: South Korea’s Foreign Minister, Cho Hyun, has asked for Iran’s position on a recent attack on a South Korean cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz during a phone call with his Iranian counterpart on Sunday, Seoul’s foreign ministry said. A South Korean official had previously stated that th

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London: Chelsea have appointed Xabi Alonso as their new manager on a four-year contract starting in July, the Premier League club said on Sunday, tasking the Spaniard with reviving their fortunes after a turbulent, trophy-less season. The 44-year-old’s appointment comes a day after Chelsea were bea

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Muscat: Data released by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf shows that GCC countries achieved a significant milestone in immunisation, with coverage for essential vaccines reaching 100 per cent in 2024, compared with approximately 84 per cent globally