Khaleej Times - February 12, 2025

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February 12, 2025

In the UAE soon: As fast as a chopper, cheaper than taxi

Travelling at high speeds over water as fast as a helicopter at a cost cheaper than a taxi fare.

2 mins

Trump a genuine disruptor on peace mission: Adviser

When it comes to finding peace in Gaza and the Middle East, US President Donald Trump is \"coming up with ideas that nobody has thought before\" but his \"ultimate and sincere plan\" is to bring peace in the region.

1 min

Dubai dining out is 'costlier' than Paris, London and Tokyo

The cost of dining out at restaurants has increased due to multiple factors, including supply chain disruption and rising commercial rents among others, industry executives said on Monday.

2 mins

VISA Powered Card Set to Revolutionise Market

A secure, personalised, and flexible gifting solution across 19 premier malls in the UAE

2 mins

Meta announces Al-powered wearables, Arabic language support

Walking by the road and spot a tempting offer on a billboard that's too far off to read? Meta's new visionary wearable glasses can help you zoom in on the text, and then order on your phone, by just speaking to your eyewear.

2 mins

'Governments must educate citizens about AI to remove fear'

During an address at the World Government Summit, Prof Klaus Schwab, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, World Economic Forum, reflected on the significant changes that the world has undergone in the past two centuries, marking the transition from the agricultural age to the industrial age and now to the intelligent age.

1 min

Rethink traditional approaches, embrace Al-driven learning models, says minister

Rise of robotics will not only revolutionise industries but also have a profound impact on labour markets: Al Gergawi tells global leaders

3 mins

Record prices keep demand for li jewellery pieces strong

Some UAE residents are swapping their old gold jewellery with the new amidst record high prices, say jewellers in Dubai.

2 mins

With heart-shaped pizzas, pink snacks, women get ready for Galentine’s Day

On February 14 every year, the world turns its attention to Valentine's Day, traditionally dedicated to celebrating romantic love with roses, candlelit dinners, and heartfelt gestures.

2 mins

This entrepreneur brings solar energy solution to UAE

Imagine a city that never dims, where factories hum with life even in the darkest hours and agricultural lands thrive under an endless sun.

2 mins

Emirati turns passion for flowers into blooming enterprise

Farm in RAK boasts over 25 imported varieties of flowers, including lavender, snapdragon and Mexican sunflower

2 mins

Vertiports to be constructed at 3 locations in Abu Dhabi

Vertiports will be constructed at three key locations in Abu Dhabi, including AI Bateen, Yas Island, and Khalifa Port, it was announced on Tuesday.

1 min

Lay’s chips in UAE meet all requirements’, says authority

Lay's chips products available in UAE markets comply with the country's approved technical requirements and regulations, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) confirmed on Saturday.

1 min

Craze for perfection driving many towards cosmetic procedures: Docs

The pursuit of perfection is often influenced by societal standards, media and personal insecurities: Experts

3 mins

Gulfood 2026 to be held at 2 venues in Dubai

Next year's edition of the world's largest food exhibition Gulfood 2026 will be held at two venues - Dubai World Trade Centre and the new Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City.

1 min

UAE mega projects set to drive bond and sukuk issuances

Among the notable initiatives is the expansion of Al Maktoum Airport, which aims to promote smart, sustainable mobility

2 mins

Aster unveils 250 million expansion plan in Saudi

Aster DM Healthcare, a leading integrated healthcare provider in the GCC, plans to invest approximately $250 million in Saudi Arabia over the next two to three years, which includes hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies.

2 mins

Retail investors upbeat amid economic growth, tech boom

Outlook highlights a deepenin confidence in the UAE economy, as it continues to diversify and modernise its financial landscape

2 mins

US demand squeezes India's gold supply; leasing rates rise to record

Gold leasing rates in India have doubled within a month to a record high, following the overseas market, where rates jumped due to a supply crunch as global banks divert the precious metal to the United States, industry officials told.

1 min

Trump raises tariffs on aluminum and steel imports in latest trade war salvo

The US president hikes aluminum tariffs to 25% from 10%, targets downstream steel products

4 mins

India emerges as a destination of technologically advanced products

India has always been known as a nation which provides high quality technical services.

3 mins

Hostage mother gets first sign of life from son shackled in Gaza tunnel

Nearly 500 days after Hamas gunmen seized him from a roadside bomb shelter in southern Israel, Alon Ohel managed to get a message out from the Gaza tunnel where he is being held by the Palestinian militants.

2 mins

Sweden jails woman for12 years for keeping Yazidi slaves in Syria

A Swedish court on Tuesday sentenced a 52-year-old woman to 12 years in prison on genocide charges, in the country's first court case over crimes committed by the Daesh group against the Yazidi minority.

1 min

Ceasefire is only way to bring Israeli hostages home, Hamas official says

A Hamas official said on Tuesday Israeli hostages can be brought home from Gaza only if a fragile ceasefire is respected, dismissing the \"language of threats\" after US President Donald Trump said he would \"let hell break out\" if they were not freed.

1 min

Abbas risks Palestinian backlash over overhaul of prisoner payments

President Mahmoud Abbas faced criticism from allies and foes alike on Tuesday over a decree overhauling payments to families of Palestinians killed or jailed by Israel, a move to satisfy a US demand that will likely deepen his unpopularity.

2 mins

Seniors hoof it to horse therapy as Singapore grapples with challenges of ageing population

The Southeast Asian nation has one of the region’s most rapidly agein populations and officials have warned that the silver tsunami’ is a key long-term threat

1 min

Key Bangladesh party warns over unrest after buildings smashed

Bangladesh's powerful BNP political party has spoken out publicly for the first time against the interim government after a surge of unrest and a sweeping security crackdown.

1 min

Sara Duterte's future in balance as Philippine election season kicks off

Campaigning began on Tuesday in the Philippines for mid-term elections that could set the table for the next presidential race and determine the political future of impeached Vice President Sara Duterte.

3 mins

Philippine pro-divorce activists vow to fight on

In her bid to convince lawmakers to legalise divorce, Filipina fruit vendor Avelina Anuran has publicly testified about the abuse she said she regularly endured at the hands of her husband.

2 mins

Watchdog warns Trump’s gutting of USAID leaves 8.28 unspent aid with no oversight

The Trump administration's move to gut the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has crippled the agency's ability to conduct any proper oversight of unspent aid worth $8.2 billion, an independent government watchdog said on Monday.

1 min

Trump blasts political judges’ as court clash mounts

President Donald Trump slammed \"highly political judges\" on Tuesday as his new administration veered closer to a constitutional clash over his plans to radically overhaul the US government.

1 min

Deportations send construction workers back to the shadows’

Trump’s crackdowns slow construction, drive up costs; up to a quarter of laborers may by undocumented

4 mins

Pope calls Trump migrant deportations a major crisis’

The Argentine pontiff has repeatedly defended the rights of migrants during his 10 years leadin the Catholic Churc

2 mins

Former Spain FA chief Rubiales says Hermoso consented to kiss

Former Spanish soccer federation boss Luis Rubiales told a court on Tuesday that player Jenni Hermoso had given her consent for him to kiss her in the aftermath of the Spain women's World Cup victory in 2023.

1 min

We are ready for last battle at Goodison Park, says Liverpool boss Slot

Liverpool are ready for their 122nd and final battle at local rival Everton's Goodison Park, manager Arne Slot said on Tuesday, adding that his side are eager to bounce back from their shock FA Cup defeat by Plymouth Argyle.

1 min

Who will seize the Ultimate Golf Challenge Season 2 crown?

The stakes couldn't be higher as the Ultimate Golf Challenge Season 2 hurtles toward its epic finale this Thursday, February 13, at the Emirates Golf Club's legendary Majlis Course.

2 mins

Musiala emerges as Key figure for Bayern

Bayern Munich face Celtic in Glasgow in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Wednesday knowing midfielder Jamal Musiala has added another string to his impressive bow-consistency.

2 mins

Ronaldo reaches deal with Al Nassr to extend contract

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has reached an agreement with AI Nassr to extend his contract by another year until June 2026, an official with the Saudi club told AFP on Monday.

2 mins

Bangladesh's Akhter gets five-year ban on corruption charges

Bangladesh women's player Shohely Akhter has been banned from all cricket for five years after the spinner was found guilty of breaching the International Cricket cil's (ICC) Counanti-corruption code, the sport's governing body said on Tuesday.

1 min

Australia weigh CT candidates in Sri Lanka one-day series

After sweeping the Test series in Sri Lanka, an injury-depleted Australia will look to carry the momentum into ODI matches against the South Asians and build confidence ahead of the Champions Trophy.

2 mins

Gayle backs Kohli to rediscover his magic touch in Champions Trophy

Former West Indies opening batter Chris Gayle has backed India stalwart Virat Kohli to dethrone him from the summit of the ICC Champions Trophy run-scorers' list.

2 mins

India loss won't hurt if we win Champions Trophy, says England batter Duckett

England opener Ben Duckett said on Tuesday even a 3-0 oneday series loss in India will not affect the team's morale because they are focused on winning the Champions Trophy title.

1 min

Neil Gaiman's ex-wife denies allegations of abuse’

Amanda Palmer has broken her silence on the accusations against her and her ex-husband, Neil Gaiman, best known for writing Coraline and The Sandman, said The Hollywood Reporter.

1 min

Marvel’s Thunderbolishasa new action-packed trailer

The much-awaited trailer of Marvel Entertainment's Thunderbolts was released on the night of one of the biggest sporting events in the world - the Super Bowl - on Sunday.

1 min

Kanye off X after series ofrants

Kanye West (Ye) deactivated his X (formerly Twitter) account after a series of controversial posts in recent days, said The Hollywood Reporter.

1 min

Mamta Kulkarni resigns as Mahamandaleshwar of sect

Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni has stepped down from her role as Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada after facing backlash and internal disputes.

1 min

Maanayata’s gota loving message for hubby Sanjay Dutt

Actor Sanjay Dutt and his wife, Maanayata, marked 17 years of marriage on February 11.

1 min

Vikrant Massey’s son, Vardaan, makes his social media debut

Actor Vikrant Massey and his wife, Sheetal Thakur, shared the first photograph of their son, Vardaan, as they celebrated his first birthday.

1 min

Security that does not break the bank

The Ring Battery Video Doorbell from Amazon is areasonably priced device that provides all the safety and security you would want for your premises

4 mins

‘Those who are stuck in old ways

Global tech leaders gathered in Dubai for the TIME100 Impact Awards, where Canadian singer Grimes and Al artist Refik Anadol were among top honorees

3 mins

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Khaleej Times Newspaper Description:

Khaleej Times is the first English newspaper to be launched in the UAE in 1978.

The broadsheet comprises of the general news section, the business pages and a lively sports section. Khaleej Times is the highest circulated of the English language newspapers throughout the Gulf.

It reaches out to all parts of the UAE. Additionally, it covers Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia through a dedicated distribution network.