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Oil falls on prospects for talks to end Iran war
BusinessLondon: Oil prices fell on Friday as possible further talks between the US and Iran at the weekend and a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel raised investors ' hopes the war in the Middle East could be nearing an end. Brent crude futures declined by $3.08, or 3.10%, to $96.31 a barrel at 11
Tennis: Injured Djokovic to miss Madrid Open
SportsNovak Djokovic is still working through the injury problems that forced him to miss recent tournaments in Miami and Monte Carlo and said on Friday that he will not feature at next week 's Madrid Open, one of the last stops before the French Open. "Madrid, unfortunately I won 't be able to compe
Mumbai's IPL campaign fizzles amid Bumrah's barren run
SportsNew Delhi: Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has defended Jasprit Bumrah after the struggling pace spearhead went a fifth Indian Premier League match without a wicket in Thursday 's seven-wicket defeat by Punjab Kings. After winning their opening match of the season for the first time
Mohammed Al Gergawi: The UAE continues to consolidate a unique government model
UAEHis Excellency Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, stressed that the UAE, with a proactive leadership vision and the directives of its wise leadership, continues to consolidate a unique government model based on integration and team spirit, based on foreseeing the future, tur
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group Opens a Digital Medical Centre in Mirdif
UAEDr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group has inaugurated its new medical centre in Mirdif, Dubai, marking it as the first day surgery centre in the emirate to offer urgent care services. Located on Algeria Street in Mirdif, the centre is fully equipped to provide comprehensive healthcare services in lin
UAE: Gold, silver fall slightly as stability continues
BusinessGold and silver prices witnessed a slight decline on Friday, in light of limited movements in global markets, affected by the fluctuations in the price of the dollar and changes in demand for precious metals. This decline is within a narrow range, reflecting the continued relative stability without
As Deep as the Grave: Filmmakers defend Val Kilmer movie made with AI
EntertainmentLas Vegas: The makers of a new film with an AI-generated performance by late actor Val Kilmer defended their work on Thursday and said they believed their approach demonstrated an ethical path to future use of the technology in Hollywood. Brothers Coerte and John Voorhees said they had gained cons
Watch: Dubai Police cracks down on reckless driving during rainfall, impounds vehicles
UAEDubai Police has taken firm action against motorists who turned recent rainfall into an opportunity for dangerous stunts, impounding several vehicles involved in reckless driving and road disorder across the emirate, a media release said. Brigadier Jumaa Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General
Who should be the next James Bond? A few out-of-the-box ideas
EntertainmentNew York: The bond, James Bond, market is heating up. For almost a year, Denis Villeneuve has been on tap to direct the next 007 instalment, the first since Daniel Craig exited the role. Producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman have been lined up since March 2025. The big missing piece: Who 'll play t
US House extends surveillance powers until April 30
WorldWashington: The House early Friday approved a short-term renewal until April 30 of a controversial surveillance program used by US spy agencies in a post-midnight vote after Republicans revolted and refused President Donald Trump 's push for a longer extension. GOP leaders rushed lawmakers back int
UAE family visa guide 2026: Requirements, fees and application process explained
UAEDubai: If you recently became a UAE resident and are planning to ask your family to join you in the country, it’s time to apply for a UAE family visa. As long as you have a residence visa issued to you – whether it is an investor or employment visa – you can begin the application process for your s
Neukgu returns: South Koreans breathe sighs of relief as escaped wolf is returned to zoo
WorldSeoul: The South Korean internet erupted in celebration as a 2-year-old wolf that escaped from a zoo in South Korea was captured safely Friday after a nine-day search that kept the nation on edge and made it a national celebrity. The male wolf, named Neukgu, burrowed out of his enclosure at the O-W
Afghan war crimes: Australia’s most decorated soldier gets bail
WorldSydney: An Australian court ordered bail with travel restrictions on Friday for the country 's most decorated soldier, following his arrest on accusations of war crimes while deployed in Afghanistan more than a decade ago. Police arrested and charged Ben Roberts-Smith, 47, with five counts of war
UAE President visits Ruler of Ajman
UAEAjman: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman. Their Highnesses engaged in warm discuss
Dubai Chambers discusses ways to support the sustainable growth of the textile sector
BusinessDubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers has discussed ways to strengthen the textile sector’s readiness to adapt to global developments and enhance its capacity for sustainable growth during a meeting with the Textile Merchants Group (Texmas). The meeting underlined the importance of reinforcing Dubai’s positi