Khaleej Times - April 14, 2025

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April 14, 2025

UAE pledges all support for Syrian rebuilding

President Sheikh Mohamed on Sunday reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to supporting the Syrian people as they navigate the transitional period and rebuild their country in line with their aspirations for a secure, stable and prosperous future.

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A heartfelt account of the high stakes involved in Dubai Expo

Few narratives manage to inspire while remaining grounded in honest reflection genuinely. Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy’s When Ground Shifts -The Story of Dubai Expo: Creating Hope in Times of Upheaval achieves precisely this balance. As the UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and the driving force behind Dubai Expo 2020, Al Hashimy, through her new book, offers readers a thoughtful, authentic and deeply human account of one of the world’s most remarkable events.

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UAE unveils date palm-inspired 'forest' pavilion at Expo in Japan

The UAE on Sunday marked the opening of its national pavilion at Expo 2025, Osaka.

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4 women get life in prison for drug trafficking

A Dubai court has sentenced four African women to life in prison for trafficking narcotics.

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Remote work, transport reforms to ease traffic?

Last year, Dubai urged public and private sector entities to adopt flexible working hours and remote work policies to help reduce congestion.

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Fire at a tower in Sharjah’s Al Nahda leaves 5 dead

The exact cause of the fire remains unknown, anda probe has been launched to determine it.

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A ‘wakeup call’ for professionals who chose work over health

In the UAE's fast-paced work culture, many professionals are chasing career goals at the expense of their health. Working late nights at the office, skipping breakfasts, eating lunch that comes out of cardboard boxes and ending their day by carbonated drinks with some cigarettes have become a usual routine.

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From rescue radar to life detector, Dubai Police display latest gadgets

From sonic scanner capable of detecting signs of life beneath the rubble of a collapsed structure, to 360° search camera, to ATV or all-terrain vehicle fitted with firefighting and rescue tools, and rescue drones with thermal imaging and navigational systems, Dubai Police are not only showcasing their latest rescue equipment but — more importantly — assuring the public that “they are ready to serve and save anyone” under any circumstances.

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Can a woman request visa sponsorship from former husband after divorce?

Question: My children and live in Dubai under my husband’s sponsorship. If we decide to get divorced, will my husband be required to continue sponsoring our residency in the UAE? What rights do I have in this situation, especially since I am a homemaker?

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Can employees ask for a severance package in their job contract?

Question: I am planning to move to the UAE this summer and have been exploring job opportunities. However, none of my potential employers I’ve spoken to were willing to offer a severance package. I’d like to understand if there are any laws or regulations about this. Is it possible to include a “golden handshake” clause in my job contract? And if I do, will it be legally binding?

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3 changemakers bag awards for bold ideas and innovation

What if solar panels were not only efficient but also recyclable, made from non-toxic materials? What if a country’s success was measured not just by GDP but also by the happiness and wellbeing of its people?

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Supply glut, tariff wars weigh on global oil outlook

A double whammy of demand threats from global tariff war and increased supply has opened up the way for considerable downside volatility in oil markets, analysts say.

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China bank lending in March beats expectations

New bank loans in China rebounded more than expected in March, recovering from a sharp drop the previous month, as policymakers pledge to ramp up stimulus to buttress the world’s second-largest | economy against an escalating trade war with the United States.

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US says exempted electronic items to come under separate tariffs

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on Sunday in an interview with ABC’s “This Week” that smartphones, computers and some other electronics will come under separate tariffs, along with semiconductors that may be imposed in a month or so.

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Gold may be entering its final blow-off phase after record

After breaching $3,200 an ounce last week for the first time, gold prices appear to be in a climatic blow-off phase, with a brief spike above $3,300 likely before a significant correction between 10 per cent and 20 per cent, according to market analysts.

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Dubai realty show begins today at WTC

The 21st edition of IPS 2025 Show will officially open on Monday, April 14, at Dubai World Trade Centre. It is being organised by Dubai Land Department.

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Standard Chartered and OKX launch collateral mirroring plan

Standard Chartered and OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and global onchain technology company, have announced the launch of a collateral mirroring programme, enabling institutional clients to utilise cryptocurrencies and tokenised money market funds as off-exchange collateral for trading.

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Trade war chaos ‘spells end of Bitcoin’, says economist

If macro conditions improve, Bitcoin could aim for the $85,000-$87,000 range

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UAE and India: A partnership of global consequence

Relations between the UAE and India have entered what could perhaps be described as amrit kaal or a golden era.

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Dubai hotel occupancy rate rises to 77.7% in 2024

The occupancy rate at Dubai’s hotels rose to 77.7 per cent from 77.1 per cent over the past year, recent data showed.

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Plus500 launches subsidiary to start operations in Dubai

Global fintech leader Plus500 has announced a significant expansion of its operations in the UAE with the launch of its new mainland subsidiary, Plus500Gulf Securities LLC, under a licence from the country’s Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA).

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Offplan deals drive Q1 Dubai realty growth

Dubai's real estate sector continued its strong momentum in 2024, with off-plan properties driving significant growth, data showed.

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Once on civil war’s frontline, Lebanon museum sees new life

When Lebanon’s civil war erupted 50 years ago this month, its national museum became a flashpoint of its capital’s deadly frontline, with militants barricaded among ancient sarcophagi and sniping through historic mosaics.

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Aid worker missing after deadly attack on colleagues is held by Israel: ICRC

A Palestinian Red Crescent staff member who went missing in late March when 15 humanitarian workers were killed by Israeli fire is being detained by Israeli authorities, the rescue service and the Red Cross said on Sunday.

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Gaza hospital heavily damaged as Israel intensifies assault

An Israeli air strike early on Sunday heavily damaged one of the few functioning hospitals in Gaza, with the Israeli military saying it had targeted a Hamas “command and control centre” operating within the facility.

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Early holiday, more fans: Philippine schools adapt to climate change

Kindergarten teacher Lolita Akim fires up five standing fans with three more at the ready as she fights to hold the attention of her pint-sized pupils in Manila's soaring heat.

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Baloch separatists kill eight Pakistanis in Iran

Separatists killed eight Pakistanis in Iran, Islamabad said on Sunday, across the border from Pakistan’s Balochistan province where there are regular deadly attacks.

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US aid cuts threaten millions of Afghans with famine: UN

Fresh US cuts to food assistance risk worsening already widespread hunger in Afghanistan, according to the World Food Programme, which warned it can support just half the people in need — and only with half rations.

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US talks to focus solely on N-issue, lifting curbs: Iran

Pentagon chief says military ready to ensure Iran never gets a nuclear bomb

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Trump in ‘excellent health’, says doctor after checkup

Donald Trump is in “excellent health,” a White House doctor’s assessment said on Sunday, after he underwent his first annual medical checkup since returning to the US presidency.

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Bangladeshi model held over threatening diplomatic ties

A Bangladeshi model has been arrested for allegedly threatening the country’s diplomatic ties, police said on Sunday, with her father linking the case to the former ambassador from a Gulf state.

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Three dead, 118 arrested in India protests over land bill

India deployed troops on Saturday to quell deadly protests that have erupted in the state of West Bengal over legislation to change how Muslim-owned properties are managed.

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Zelensky: Hundreds of Chinese fighting for Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that hundreds of Chinese nationals were fighting at the Ukraine frontline alongside Russia, after accusing Moscow of dragging Beijing into its invasion.

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Russian missile strike on Ukraine’s Sumy kills 32

Russian missile strike on Ukraine’s northeastern city of Sumy killed at least 32 people, including two children, and wounded dozens on Sunday, Kyiv said, in the deadliest attack in months.

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UK demands answers after MP denied entry to HK

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Sunday said he was deeply concerned after a UK lawmaker was denied entry to Hong Kong, and said he would be urgently raising the issue with the Chinese authorities.

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Senator Bernie Sanders fights apathy on American left

Bernie Sanders is emerging as one of the most vocal opponents to US President Donald Trump, with the 83-year-old senator drawing tens of thousands of people to his “fighting oligarchy” rallies around the country.

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Recovering Pope delights crowd in Vatican square

Pope Francis on Palm Sunday delighted worshippers with an impromptu tour of St Peter’s Square, against the advice of his doctors to avoid crowds while recovering from pneumonia.

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Alcaraz caps ‘difficult week’ with first Monte Carlo Masters title

Carlos Alcaraz made the best possible start to his preparations for the defence of his French Open title, burning past the Italian Lorenzo Musetti in three sets on Sunday to win his first Monte Carlo Masters.

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McLaren’s Piastri powers to ‘mega’ win in Bahrain

Oscar Piastri powered to victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix on Sunday from George Russell’s Mercedes with the Australian’s McLaren teammate Lando Norris in third.

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Hyderabad’s Abhishek writes own script in special IPL ton

Abhishek Sharma has a habit of scribbling something every morning and it appeared the Sun-risers Hyderabad opener wrote his own script on Saturday when he blasted 141 off 55 balls to end his team’s losing streak in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Kohli’s landmark 50 powers Bengaluru to massive win

Batting great Virat Kohli struck his 100th half-century in T20 cricket to steer Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a thumping nine-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals on Sunday.

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Jockey De Sousa ends O’Shea’s 12-year reign in UAE racing

As the curtain fell on another electrifying UAE racing season, it was Silvestre de Sousa who stood tall etching his name into local racing folklore by clinching his first UAE Jockeys’ Championship.

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Mansoor congratulates UAE team for qualifying for Fifa U-17 World Cup

The U-17 national team from the UAE has qualified for the Fifa U-17 World Cup 2025, which is set to be held in Qatar.

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Liverpool within touching distance of title, Man Utd thrashed by Newcastle

Liverpool are within touching distance of the Premier League title after Virgil van Dijk sealed a dramatic 2-1 win over West Ham, while Newcastle climbed into the top four with a 4-1 thrashing of Manchester United on Sunday.

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Actor Rana Daggubati lauds Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2

Akshay Kumar-starrer Kesari 2 is one of the most-awaited films of this month.

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For actor Pierce Brosnan, the world is just enough

On the last day of March, at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in Manhattan, fans approached actor Pierce Brosnan every few minutes. Some addressed him as Mr. Brosnan, some as Mr. Bond, a reference to the four James Bond movies he made in the 1990s and early 2000s. (Brosnan has a face that demands honorifics.)

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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.