UAE confirms readiness to respond to hantavirus developments
The UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), alongside the Ministry of Health and Prevention, has confirmed the country’s health system is fully prepared to respond to any developments related to hantavirus.
UAE condemns IRGC's infiltration of Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island
The UAE has strongly condemned the infiltration of Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island by members of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to carry out hostile acts.
Eid Al Adha holidays announced for public sector
Federal government employees in the UAE will get a week off to mark Eid Al Adha.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed reviews Agentic AI project to transform government services
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has reviewed progress on a recently announced project to transform 50 per cent of UAE government services within two years through Agentic AI-powered autonomous execution and decision-making.
UAE museums offer free entry this weekend
Museums across the UAE are offering guests no entry fee this weekend to mark International Museum Day, celebrated every year on May 18.
'Fast & Furious' TV series in the works for Peacock
A television series based on the blockbuster “Fast & Furious” movie franchise is being developed for the Peacock streaming service, NBCUniversal said on Monday.
London rooftop set to become star exhibit in new Beatles museum
The London rooftop where The Beatles played their final impromptu gig will be immortalised by a new museum dedicated to the band which is due to open next year.
Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15 million for allegedly using her image to sell TVs
British pop star Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against Samsung Electronics seeking at least $15 million in damages, accusing the South Korean tech giant of using her image without permission to market its television sets.
US war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, Pentagon says
The United States' war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Tuesday, an increase of $4 billion from an estimate provided late last month.
At Temple of Heaven summit, Trump and Xi will seek a good harvest
Chinese emperors once prayed for bumper crops under the blue-tiled, triple-eaved roof of Beijing's Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, in sacred rites affirming their mandate to rule.
Peace deal hopes fade after Trump rejects Iran proposal
Hopes for a peace deal on Iran faded on Tuesday after Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran was "on life support" as Tehran rejected a US proposal to end the conflict.
Protests erupt after key college entrance test cancelled in India
Dozens of members of the student wings of Indian opposition parties protested in New Delhi on Tuesday against the cancellation of a key undergraduate college entrance test after authorities discovered its questions had been leaked.
Rana bowls Bangladesh to thrilling test win against Pakistan
Seamer Nahid Rana claimed 5-40 on an eventful final day to bowl Bangladesh to a 104-run victory in the opening test against Pakistan in Mirpur on Tuesday.
Dravid bets on new franchise league to grow cricket in soccer-dominated Europe
Former India stalwart Rahul Dravid built a great career on judgement, patience and the discipline to leave the ball well alone - an instinct that has followed him from the crease to the boardroom.
Napoli beaten 3-2 by Bologna to leave Champions League spot in balance
Napoli came from two goals down but were stunned by an added-time strike from Jonathan Rowe to lose 3-2 at home to Bologna, a setback that leaves the hosts' top-four hopes in the balance as they missed a chance to secure a Champions League place.
Tottenham relegation fears remain after home draw with Leeds
Tottenham Hotspur has wasted a golden chance to ease their Premier League relegation fears as Dominic Calvert-Lewin's penalty earned Leeds United a 1-1 draw in North London on Monday.
Jim Colbert, 35-time professional winner, dies at 85
Jim Colbert, an eight-time winner on the PGA Tour and a 35-time professional winner overall, died on Sunday at the age of 85.
Dubai Holding becomes largest shareholder of Emaar Properties
Dubai Holding has acquired a 22.27 per cent equity stake in Emaar Properties from the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), becoming the company's largest shareholder with a total 29.73 per cent stake.
Abu Dhabi gets AED55 billion boost for 24 infrastructure projects
Abu Dhabi has greenlighted 24 infrastructure projects under a new AED55 billion public-private partnership that will see the development of roads, flood control systems and education campuses among others.
Abu Dhabi aims for 80% local materials in housing projects
Abu Dhabi plans to increase the use of locally manufactured building materials in housing developments to as much as 80 per cent under a new agreement between two government entities.
UAE Central Bank support package reaches AED 6.2 billion
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has announced the key outcomes of its comprehensive support package designed to strengthen the resilience of financial institutions.
Paddington meets Astérix as Canal+ and Hachette forge book-to-screen alliance
French broadcaster Canal+ and publishing giant Hachette Livre are joining forces to leverage Hachette's extensive literary catalogue for premium screen adaptations, they said on Tuesday.
Seoul holds 'Power Nap Contest' in sleep-deprived South Korea
Under hazy spring sunshine on Saturday, hundreds of young Seoulites turned up at a park by the Han River at the invitation of the city government to try to do something many overworked South Koreans never get enough of - sleep.
Archaeologists use AI to generate image of Pompeii victim
Archaeologists in Italy's Pompeii have for the first time used artificial intelligence to reconstruct the appearance of one of the victims of the volcanic eruption that destroyed the ancient Roman city nearly 2,000 years ago.
Adidas shares rise after 'supershoe' helps seal sub-two hour marathon win
German sportswear maker Adidas' shares rose on Monday after Kenya's Sabastian Sawe became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours in an official race, accomplishing his feat wearing the brand's Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 trainers.
Iceland to fly out "really bad photographer" for 10-day trip
Icelandair is running a marketing campaign to find a "really bad photographer" for a 10-day, all-expenses-paid trip to Iceland.
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