Khaleej Times - April 21, 2025

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April 21, 2025

Dh5T UAE's foreign trade in 2024

The UAE recorded total foreign trade of Dh5.23 trillion in 2024, a 49 per cent increase from Dh3.5 trillion in 2021, data from the World Trade Organisation showed.

3 mins

AI to suggest updates to UAE laws

A new legislative system in the UAE will allow authorities to track the daily impact of laws on the people and economy using large-scale data. It will then \"regularly\" suggest updates to the country's laws.

2 mins

3 UAE women make it to World Economic Forum 2025 council

The World Economic Forum has chosen three distinguished Emirati women to join Global Young Leaders Council 2025.

1 min

Be pilgrims of hope, Christians told during Easter celebrations

Christians observed Easter Sunday at various churches across the UAE with fervent prayers and joyful celebrations. Reverberating across the prayer halls after each mass was the message of the Apostolic Vicar of Southern Arabia calling for the Christian community \"to become pilgrims of hope.\"

1 min

AI to suggest updates to UAE laws

Alia Al Mansouri, an Emirati lawyer, emphasised the significance of tracking the impact of legislation through the new system.

1 min

Al cornerstone of Dubai's future: Hamdan

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), reaffirmed that Al will serve as the foundation of Dubai's future.

1 min

Baidu to begin testing driverless taxis in Dubai, roll out in 2026

Dubai will soon trial Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo, leading to the official launch of the driverless taxis in 2026.

1 min

K9 dogs steal hearts at Dubai Police skill show

Patrick Johnson, a nine-year-old British boy, arrived at the International K9 Show on Friday evening with his furry Maltese, Maxi.

1 min

Dubai jewellers explore ways to win back South Asian buyers

Dealers trying to introduce fresh Italian, Singaporean and local designs to boost gold sales

2 mins

Grandmum to face trial for killing autistic child

The Dubai Public Prosecution is investigating the death of an eight-year-old autistic girl, who was allegedly strangled to death by her grandmother.

1 min

Can residents continue using bank account after visa cancellation?

Question: My husband lost his job recently, and as per the rules, he has 30 days to leave the country. If his work visa is cancelled, can he continue using his bank account? He is currently looking for another job, and we would want to keep the same account.

2 mins

'Swimming skills not enough, life jackets must for jet skiing'

As summertime approaches, water safety becomes a critical issue in the UAE. One of the most common problems is riding water scooters and jet skis without adhering to safety procedures like wearing a life jacket.

1 min

Is it legal for car rental companies to demand security deposit?

Question: I plan to rent a car in Dubai, but the company demands a security deposit.

2 mins

Real estate prices soar in RAK as infrastructure upgrades draw buyers

Property prices in Ras Al Khaimah have increased by up to 20 per cent and this upward trend will continue, Therefore, buyers should enter the market early to cash in on “future appreciation” in prices, say industry executives.

2 mins

Adnoc Drilling secures $1.63B contract for drilling services

Adnoc Drilling, the UAE’s leading drilling services provider, has clinched a $1.63 billion, five-year contract from Adnoc Offshore to deliver integrated drilling services (IDS).

2 mins

Villas shine as Dubai realty sales surge in Q1

Dubai’s real estate market kicked off 2025 with remarkably vigour, driven by a 56 per cent surge in villa sales transactions and a 56 per cent increase in their value, according to a report by Betterhomes.

3 mins

Taqa acquires UK transmission development and services firm

Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (Taqa) has acquired 100 per cent of Transmission Investment, a leading UK based energy and utility investment platform.

1 min

US playbook inspires next phase of Dubai real estate

As Dubai's real estate market matures, it is beginning to reflect the hallmarks of more advanced economies such as the United States, where innovation and open access to information have reshaped the landscape.

2 mins

DP World enhancing connectivity in India

DP World has played a pivotal role in enhancing maritime infrastructure and structured logistics in India, establishing itself as one of the leading international port operators in the country.

1 min

Diversification driving digital transformation in the Middle East

The 2030 vision across the Middle East is driving digital transformation like never before, a senior industry official said.

1 min

Chinese rare earth processor sees little impact from halt to US feedstock imports

China's Shenghe Resources said on Sunday the suspension of shipments of rare earth raw concentrate from its US partner will not significantly impact production due to the company's diversified supply chain.

1 min

China's US envoy urges end to trade war

China's ambassador to the United States, Xie Feng, has urged Washington to seek common ground with Beijing and pursue peaceful coexistence while warning that China stood ready to retaliate in the escalating trade war.

1 min

Taxes on super rich and tech giants stall under new US administration

Global tax plans targeting billionaires and multinational companies are running aground, with the US torpedoing reforms under President Donald Trump.

2 mins

US could be handing chip market to China, analysts warn

As the Trump administration attempts to choke off exports of strategically important computer chips to China, experts say the effort might well backfire, fueling innovation at Chinese firms that could help them seize the world semiconductor market.

2 mins

Tariffs could lift plane prices even higher

Compared with 2018, prices for commercial jets have risen by around 40 per cent,\" an aviation expert told AFP on condition of anonymity.

3 mins

Lebanon says one dead in Israeli strike on south

Lebanon's health ministry said one person was killed Sunday in an Israeli strike in the country's south, the latest such raid despite a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.

1 min

Houthis say two killed in US strikes in Sanaa area

At least two people were killed in overnight US strikes in and around Yemen's capital Sanaa, media controlled by the Houthi rebels reported Sunday, in the latest such air raid.

1 min

Gaza rescuers: Israeli strikes kill 25

Women and children among the victims: the overall death toll in the Gaza war reaches 51,201, majority of them civilians

3 mins

Israel's unmanned bulldozers breaking ground in Gaza war

At first glance, there is nothing unusual about the bulky bulldozer turning up soil at a testing site in central Israel; but as it pulled closer it became clear: the driver's cabin is eerily empty.

2 mins

India's elephant warning system tackles deadly conflict

In central India's dry forests, community trackers hunt for signs of elephants to feed into an alert system that is helping prevent some of the hundreds of fatal tramplings each year.

2 mins

Sri Lanka police probe photo of Buddha tooth relic

Sri Lanka police launched an investigationon Sunday into a photo circulated on social media claiming to show a Buddha tooth relic, which has gone on display under tight security.

1 min

Afghanistan condemns Pakistan's 'unilateral' deportation measures

Islamabad launches a strict campaign to evict more than 800,000 Afghans by end of the month

2 mins

Thousands of Trans rights supporters rally after landmark UK court ruling

Thousands of people on Saturday rallied in London and Edinburgh in support of trans rights, after a landmark UK court ruling on the definition of a \"woman\".

1 min

Pope: Peace impossible without freedom of thought and religion

Frail Francis takes to popemobile to greet Easter crowds of Catholic faithful, condemns 'worrisome' anti-Semitism, and the 'dramatic and deplorable' situation in Gaza, meets ÚS Vice-President Vance

3 mins

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Easter truce

Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating an Easter truce announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

1 min

Robert Kennedy's daughter laments 'pain' of autopsy photos

Robert F. Kennedy's daughter Kerry on Saturday described the \"pain\" she and her family felt on seeing photos published by the Trump administration of her father's autopsy after his 1968 assassination.

1 min

Nasa's oldest active astronaut back to Earth on 70th birthday

Cake, gifts and a low-key family celebration may be how many senior citizens picture their 70th birthday.

1 min

Second round: Thousands join anti-Trump protests across US

Thousands of protesters rallied Saturday in New York, Washington and other cities across the United States for a second major round of demonstrations against Donald Trump and his hard-line policies.

2 mins

Trump slams 'weak, ineffective' judges as row over deportation of migrants deepens

The clash over President Don-ald Trump's bid to exercise un-precedented powers in deporting migrants deepened on Sunday as he again bashed the judiciary, while a top Democrat warned the country was \"closer and closer\" to a constitutional crisis.

2 mins

Rune over the moon after beating Alcaraz in Barcelona Open final

Holger Rune beat world number two Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (8/6), 6-2 on Sunday to win the Barcelona Open for the first time.

2 mins

Skjelmose denies world champion Pogacar in shock Amstel Gold win

Mattias Skjelmose claimed a shock victory at the Amstel Gold Race as he won a sprint finish against favourite Tadej Pogacar and Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel on Sunday.

1 min

Big win keeps RCB's playoffs hopes alive

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s talisman Virat Kohli is hoping to end the team’s IPL trophy drought after his magnificent part-nership with Devdutt Padikkal guided RCB to a seven-wicket win over Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League on Sunday.

2 mins

Saudi Arabia open to 64-team Fifa World Cup in 2034

Saudi Arabia would be ready and willing to host a 64-team World Cup in 2034 if Fifa accepts a controversial proposal to expand the tournament from 48, according to the kingdom's sports minister.

1 min

Man City's Guardiola looks forward to huge clash with Aston Villa

Pep Guardiola is looking forward to a 'final' against Aston Villa on Tuesday after his side earned three precious points in their bid for Champions League football next season with a hard-fought 2-0 win at Everton.

1 min

Reds close in on title, Leicester relegated

Trent Alexander-Arnold fired Liverpool to the brink of the Premier League title as his late strike sealed a 1-0 win that relegated Leicester after Arsenal’s 4-0 rout of Ipswich delayed the coronation on Sunday.

2 mins

Historic EIHL triumph inspires Abu Dhabi Shaheen team to build ice hockey culture in UAE

The Abu Dhabi Shaheen Ice Hockey Team have claimed their franchise’s first-ever title in the Emirates Ice Hockey League (EIHL) for the 2024-2025 season, following a remarkable campaign and a series of standout performances.

2 mins

Madison turns down role in Star Wars film

Oscar winner Mikey Madison has reportedly declined a role in the upcoming Star Wars film, Star Wars: Star-fighter, which is set to feature Ryan Gosling.

1 min

Aniston opens up about her extreme fear of flying

Actor Jennifer Aniston recently revealed that she has an extreme fear of flying, but has found ways to manage her anxiety.

1 min

UAE: 9 summer skincare tips for radiant, healthy skin in hot and humid weather

As temperatures soar across the UAE, adapting your skincare and wellness routine becomes more than a seasonal adjustment-it's a necessity. Dr Nivine Cheaito and the expert team at Seline Clinic share evidence-based, results-driven advice for maintaining radiant, healthy skin throughout the summer months. Whether you're male or female, these tailored tips will help you face the heat with confidence.

1 min

A Riviera rendezvous in the heart of Dubai

It's not often that a restaurant's name mirrors your day job-but Tête-à-Tête, the French gem tucked inside FIVE Luxe at JBR, seems tailor-made for me, a journalist constantly engaged in one-on-one dialogues. Fittingly, my culinary tête-à-tête here was just as rich in conversation as it was in indulgence.

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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.