Gulf Today - May 02, 2025
Gulf Today - May 02, 2025
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May 02, 2025
UAE airports to welcome 150m passengers in '25: VP
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, toured the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, which concluded on Thursday at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
2 mins
UAE to lift three-year ban on Lebanon travel for Emiratis
The United Arab Emirates will lift a three-year ban on its citizens travelling to Lebanon, according to a joint statement on Thursday.
3 mins
Pak minister commends UAE relations
Pakistan Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, has lauded the bilateral relationships between the two brethren countries, Pakistan and United Arab Emirates, in a reception held to celebrate the country’s National Day.
1 min
RAK launches Correctional Social Club
In a significant step towards reform-focused rehabilitation, the Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research, in collaboration with Ras Al Khaimah Police General Headquarters, officially inaugurated the Social and Educational Club at the Emirate’s Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility on Thursday.
1 min
Sales manager cleared of leaking company data
Dubai Court of Appeal has upheld the ruling of the Court of First Instance acquitting an Asian sales manager of charges related to exploiting confidential information from his employer for the benefit of a competing company.
1 min
Sultan witnesses signing of pact between Kalba varsity, VISS
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and President of Kalba University, witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Kalba University and Victoria International School of Sharjah (VISS). An agreement was also signed with the Sharjah Women’s Sports Foundation.
2 mins
Fire in auto repair shop extinguished
A specialised team from the Ras Al Khaimah Civil Defence Department successfully extinguished a fire that broke out in a large auto repair shop on Thursday morning.
1 min
Session teaches kids to spot fake influencers
The power of influencer marketing and its role in promoting brands on social media was conveyed to children during the “Fake vs Real Influencers” session at the 16th edition of the Sharjah Children's Reading Festival (SCRF 2025).
1 min
Chrome users in UAE urged to update browser
The UAE Cybersecurity Council has announced that Google recently released emergency security updates for the Chrome browser to address critical vulnerabilities.
1 min
RTA adopts smart tech for seasonal marine services
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has enhanced its Seasonal Network initiative for marine transport services by adopting advanced and flexible scientific and technological methodologies.
1 min
New UAEBBY board empowers Emirati women, says Bodour
As part of its participation in the Sharjah Children's Reading Festival 2025, the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY) announced the formation of its new advisory board, in an initiative underscoring its ongoing commitment to empowering Emirati women and expanding their role in shaping the future of the board's projects and initiatives.
2 mins
1,232 ranks adjusted under Sharjah law
In line with the directives of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Gasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the ranks of “Senior Assistant” and “Chief Assistant” have been abolished.
1 min
AUS, AWS to advance cloud-enabled research
American University of Sharjah (AUS) is collaborating with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to transform the university's research environment and accelerate the adoption of advanced cloud technologies across the university.
1 min
Clear weather expected today
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has predicted that the weather on Friday will be generally clear, with light to moderate winds which may occasionally become active, stirring daytime dust.
1 min
Prophet's Neighbours Endowment first tour launched
The Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation organised its first introductory tour of the “Prophet's Neighbours Endowment” project at the Sharjah International Airport Authority as part of its promotional plan.
1 min
UAE, Ecuador discuss ways to boost bilateral relations
Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has received Daniel Noboa, President of the Republic of Ecuador, who is currently on a visit to the UAE.
2 mins
Mercato is UAE's first Autism-Friendly Mall
In honour of International Autism Awareness Month, Mercato shopping mall in Dubai has received its recognition as the UAE's first Autism-Friendly Mall — a milestone that sets a new benchmark for inclusivity in the region's shopping mall sector.
1 min
Motorist held for using fake licence plates in Sharjah
Sharjah Police's security surveillance systems caught a driver who had installed fake number plates on his vehicle in an attempt to cheat traffic systems.
1 min
ADIBF strengthens UAE position as a hub for creativity: Nahyan
Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, visited the 2025 edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), held under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from April 26 to May 5.
2 mins
We're breaking the bodies and minds of Gaza children: WHO
The minds and bodies of children in Gaza are being broken following two months of aid blockade and renewed strikes, the Executive Director of the World Health Organization Emergencies programmes said on Thursday.
1 min
Sherlock Holmes' world fascinates Pak student
Whether you’re a young comic book lover, a mystery solver in the making, or a fan of K-pop idols, this year’s Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) - being held at the Sharjah Expo Centre until May 4 2025 – has something for every child with every interest, ability and imagination.
2 mins
Media not a 'distraction' but a tool for creativity
The SCRF session explored how stories can help young readers balance screen time, spot misinformation and turn digital platforms into spaces for education and artistic expression
2 mins
Setback for Lee as top court overturns not-guilty verdict
South Korea's Supreme Court on Thursday overturned a ruling that found a presidential frontrunner not guilty of violating election law, potentially scuppering Lee Jae-myung's chances of running in the vote.
2 mins
Vietnam celebrates 50th anniversary of victory over US
Vietnam celebrated the 50th anniversary of the victory of then communist North Vietnam over the United States, in which 3 million Vietnamese and 60,000 Americans had died.
2 mins
Don't name your child Fish and Chips
In some countries, including in Europe, if you try to register your newborn baby's name, did you know that it might be rejected? To be fair to the registrars and the new baby, most of the names applied for by parents are not real names and, in the words of Joey Tribbian, some are barely even words.
3 mins
How working-class Manchester kids became theatre troupe
In the grey skies above the city of Salford, Zeus, Hera and Hermes recline, playing with the fates of the mortals living below.
3 mins
Hegseth's wife managing his image at the Pentagon
The wife of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth took on an active role in managing his public appearances and even crafting messaging issued by the Department of Defense itself, a new report claimed on Wednesday.
2 mins
Inside the GOP's secret plan to destroy Medicaid
Listen to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., on Fox News a couple of weeks ago talking about the need to preserve the state-federal programme so it serves 'young single mothers down on their fortunes for a moment, the people with real disability, the elderly'
5 mins
RIP Skype, a nostalgic service that allowed us to connect
Skype has seen it all. High-pressure job interviews. Awkward transatlantic family gatherings. Long-distance love affairs (and breakups). Many of our big life events have been bookended by Skype's bouncy dial tone and its end-call notification that sounded a bit like a sneeze.
3 mins
Youth kills girl over unrequited love in Odisha's Ganjam district
A youth on Thursday allegedly murdered a minor girl over unrequited love at Korapalli village under the Gopalpur police station area of Ganjam district in Odisha.
1 min
India wants attackers brought to justice: FM
India’s foreign minister said he has told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that perpetrators of the deadly attack in Kashmir last week should be brought to justice, as the US sought to calm tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan.
1 min
Smartwatches are part of solution to deal with heat
It's a little past IO am and the heat is already blazing on the outskirts of the Western Indian city of Ahmedabad.
2 mins
Modi to inaugurate India's mother port in Kerala
India Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India’s first dedicated container transhipment port at 11 am on Friday, marking a significant milestone in the country's maritime sector.
2 mins
Over 1,000 religious schools shut in AJK
Authorities in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) shut more than 1,000 religious schools on Thursday over fears of possible military action from India in retaliation for last week's deadly attack.
1 min
Pakistan allows 150 Afghan trucks to enter India via Wagah
Pakistan on Thursday allowed 150 stranded Afghan trucks carrying goods for India to cross the Wagah Border, easing a weeks-long bottleneck, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan said in a statement.
1 min
LHC grants bail to YouTuber in reckless driving case
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has granted YouTuber Saadur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, protective bail in a case filed against him for allegedly driving recklessly on the motorway.
1 min
'Any misadventure' will be met with swift response: Army chief
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir warned on Thursday that any military misadventure by India will be met with a swift, resolute, and notch-up response.
2 mins
ATM 2025 sets new benchmark with over 55,000 professionals
The hotel segment at ATM 2095 has experienced a I9§ year-on-year growth, with all major international hotel chains represented,while the ATM Conference featured over 7O SESSIONS
3 mins
Abu Dhabi's economy to grow by 4.2%; Dubai's by 3.3%: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts Abu Dhabi’s economy to grow by 4.2% in 2025 and accelerate to 5.8% in 2026. Dubai’s economy is projected to expand by 3.3% in 2025, increasing to 3.5% in 2026.
3 mins
Display of incredible hospitality offerings and tourist attractions
The UAE is a magnet for global tourists and a safe haven for investors. Gulf Today shares the candid views, announcements and expansion plans of the exhibitors during ATM on Thursday.
7 mins
Al Masraf reports net profit of Dhs231.3m
The Arab Bank for Investment & Foreign Trade (Al Masraf), has recently reported its Financial Results for the year ended 31 December 2024.
1 min
DIC opens new office in Cape Town
Dubai International Chamber (DIC), one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the launch of a new representative office in Cape Town to strengthen the ties between the business communities in Dubai and South Africa.
1 min
Central and Eastern Regions post Dhs861.6m in realty deals
Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department revealed that the trading value of transactions in the Central and Eastern regions of Sharjah has amounted to Dhs861.6 million during the first quarter of 2025, achieving a remarkable growth of 159.28 compared to the same period last year.
1 min
UAE deepening ties with global financial institutions: Maktoum
Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), on Thursday met with Masahiro Kihara, President and Group CEO of Mizuho Financial Group, one of Japan's largest financial institutions.
3 mins
Sultan Al Jaber advances strategic energy partnership with Austria
The proposed establishment of Borouge Group International marks an important milestone in Adnoc’s strategy to becoming a top five global chemicals player.
2 mins
Developer boosts presence in Ajman
AJMAN: Ajman's real estate market has shown strong growth in the recent past and the emirate is attracting investors with its affordable luxury offerings, strategic location, and investor-friendly policies, said Ali Jaber, CEO of GJ Properties.
1 min
DP World Sokhna achieves record throughput
DP World Sokhna handled a record-breaking 285,000 TEUs in Q1 2025, the highest quarterly volume in nearly two decades of operating the port.
1 min
Alef Education registers Dhs115.3m in net profit
Alef Education Holding (Alef Education), announced its financial results for the three-month period ending 31 March 2025. This marks the Company's fourth earnings announcement since its debut on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) in June 2024.
1 min
MoF hosts forum to explore future of UAE financial sector
We are committed to developing a strategic financial approach that enhances the efficiency of resource management and keeps pace with global economic shifts: Al Hussaini
3 mins
Microsoft and Meta Platforms lead strong rally on Wall Street
Microsoft and Meta Platforms are leading a rally on Wall Street on Thursday after reporting profits for the start of the year that were even bigger than analysts expected.
3 mins
Pompidou's landmark exhibit spotlights decades of Black art and resistance
An unprecedented exhibition at the Pompidou Center in Paris explores the presence and influence of Black artists in the city from the 1950s to 2000, offering a vibrant immersion in France's cosmopolitan capital and a history of anti-colonial, civil rights struggles.
3 mins
Aditi Rao Hydari reminisces about 'Bibbojaan' as Heeramandi turns one
As the series celebrated its first release anniversary, actress Aditi took to social media to share her love and gratitude for playing the powerful and poetic Bibbojaan.
2 mins
Bunker-cafe on S. Korean border paints image of peace
Reclining on sofas at a South Korean cafe, customers sipped americanos as they gaze past barbed wire fences and watchtowers at the mountains of North Korea. Daonsoop cafe is so close to the North Korean border that to obtain the building permit, its owners had to construct the property with a bunker and fortified positions for tanks. Founder Lee Oh-sook and her husband, both the children of North Korean refugees, built the cafe less than two kilometres from the border in Paju, seeking proximity to their ancestral homeland.
2 mins
Team AD win D50 title, complete ECB triple crown
Team Abu Dhabi have etched their name into UAE cricket history by securing the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Triple Crown, adding the D50 trophy to their already impressive DIO and D20 titles.
2 mins
Blue Jays rally to beat Red Sox as resilient Tigers down Astros
Alejandro Kirk singled home the winning run in the lOth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied from a 6-0 deficit to defeat the visiting Boston Red Sox 7-6 on Wednesday night.
2 mins
Pioli blames mistakes for Al Nassr's exit from Asian Champions League
Kawasaki Frontale coach Shigetoshi Hasebe hailed his young players after they 'stepped up' to reach the AFC Champions League final by stunning Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr
3 mins
PSG mind on Arsenal return as French clubs scrap for CL places
PSG are in a strong position to make it through to the second Champions League final in their history after Ousmane Dembele’s early goal gave them a I-O win away to Arsenal in the first leg of their last-four tie
2 mins
Germany's insane second tier rivalling best clubs of Europe
Driven by huge crowds, unpredictable results and some of Germany's biggest clubs including Hamburg and Schalke, the Bundesliga 2 broke through the billion-euro revenue barrier last season to become Europe's wealthiest second division.
1 min
Messi, Miami CONCACAF Cup dream over as Whitecaps move into final
Lionel Messi's dream of winning Inter Miami's first CONCACAF Champions Cup title ended on Wednesday with the Vancouver Whitecaps reaching the final with a 3-1 win in south Florida earning them a 5-1 aggregate victory.
1 min
Napoli set sights on Scudetto as Inter hope for bounce-back
Napoli are closing in on a second Serie A title in three seasons ahead of their trip to struggling Lecce on Saturday, the first of four matches against modest opposition which could confirm a stunning league crown.
1 min
Bayern out to seal title, Dortmund eye top-four finish
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich can secure a 34th German league crown on Saturday at RB Leipzig, having opened up an eight-point advantage with three games left, while Borussia Dortmund are desperate for a top-four finish to rescue their season.
1 min
Kiss faces little time to set Oz on path to home World Cup glory
New Australia coach Les Kiss will have little over a year to mould the Wallabies into a force to challenge for their home Rugby World Cup in 2027.
1 min
Bronze fires Chelsea to sixth straight English women's title
Lucy Bronze headed in the only goal of the game as Chelsea won 1-0 away to Manchester United on Wednesday to wrap up a sixth successive English Women's Super League title.
1 min
Phenomenons like Yamal born in 50 years: Inter boss Inzaghi
Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi lavished praise on Barcelona's teenage winger Lamine Yamal after a thrilling 3-3 Champions League semi-final first leg draw on Wednesday.
3 mins
SA will strive to be better in little moments against SL, says Dercksen
South Africa's fast bowling all-rounder Annerie Dercksen said her side is aiming to be better in many little moments in a match when they face hosts Sri Lanka in the third game of the women’s ODI Tri-eries at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo on Friday.
1 min
McLaren's Piastri looks to maintain momentum at Miami Grand Prix
Formula One's high-octane show rolls into the Sunshine State this weekend for the sixth round of the 2025 season, the Miami Grand Prix, with McLaren's Oscar Piastri holding a slender lead in the Drivers’ Championship.
1 min
India beat England to end 3rd in Group D at Sudirman Cup
Youngsters Anupama Upadhyaya and Satish Karunakaran gave a glimpse of India’s bench strength in the singles categories, leading from the front to help the team beat England 3-2 in their last Group D match in the BWF Sudirman Cup Finals 2025 in Xiamen on Thursday.
1 min
Gujarat eye playoff berth as Hyderabad face must-win clash in Ahmedabad
Gujarat Titans return to their fortress at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday with redemption on their mind after being blown away by Rajasthan Royals' teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal.
2 mins
Journalism hot favourite, Baffert returns to Kentucky Derby
The crown jewel of American horse racing will welcome back the sport's most famous trainer at the Kentucky Derby this year, as Bob Baffert returns from a three-year ban, while heavy favourite Journalism hopes to make some headlines of his own.
2 mins
Clinical MI win 6th in a row, go on top with 100-run rout of RR
Mumbai Indians’ (MI) top four batters brought out blazing fireworks to post 217/2 before the bowlers showed relentlessness in their approach to clinch their sixth consecutive win in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 and grab the top spot on the points table with a 100-run thrashing of Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Thursday.
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Gulf Today is an English-language daily newspaper based in Sharjah, the United Arab Emirates. It is one of the four UAE broadsheet newspapers. Keeping the users informed on news and opinions from the UAE and the Middle East.
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