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August 20, 2025

Putin deal unlikely, no US troop for Ukraine: Trump

President Donald Trump on Tuesday offered his assurances that US troops would not be sent to Ukraine to defend against Russia, after seeming to leave open the possibility the day before.

3 mins

Top faculty members from across the world join AUS

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) has recently welcomed a cohort of new leaders and faculty members from top institutions around the world. As it advances toward ambitious strategic goals for 2030, the university views these appointments as key milestones in expanding its regional and global impact.

2 mins

UK millionaires may relocate to UAE over wealth tax: Survey

A landmark survey of British millionaires has revealed that over half of those surveyed are more likely to consider leaving the United Kingdom (UK) if a wealth tax is introduced. Sixty per cent of those surveyed also noted that they thought that they would be able to have a better quality of life overseas.

1 mins

UAE moves to combat wildfires in Montenegro

Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a UAE taskforce has been dispatched to support efforts to extinguish the wildfires in the Republic of Montenegro.

1 mins

Shurooq invests over Dhs300m to develop 'Sharjah Collection'

In response to the global shift towards wellness tourism and slow, meaningful travel, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has invested over Dhs300 million in recent years to develop the “Sharjah Collection” — a portfolio of seven luxury eco-retreats designed to offer restorative experiences rooted in nature, heritage, and sustainability.

2 mins

UAE citizen dies after performing Umrah

A UAE citizen Abdul Majeed Abdul Rahman Saeed Al Mulla passed away after performing Umrah on behalf of his son, who had recently died in an accident.

1 mins

'Sharjah reaping fruits of 40 years of human investment'

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Sharjah Family and Community Council, affirmed that Sharjah is reaping the fruits of four decades of investment in building people and nurturing their skills from an early age.

1 mins

Abu Dhabi court throws out loan fraud case

The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil, and Administrative Cases Court dismissed a lawsuit filed by a man against another demanding the repayment of Dhs15,000, along with additional fines.

1 mins

Education ministry cancels second-term exams

The Ministry of Education (MoE) announced that the central exams at the end of the second semester for all academic levels would be cancelled.

1 mins

SEC clears Sharjah Museums Authority's new structure

The Sharjah Executive Council held a meeting on Tuesday morning, chaired by Sheikh Abdullah Bin Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council.

2 mins

Sharjah Charity distributes 6,500 school bags

Sharjah Charity Association launched the “Back to School” exhibition at the headquarters of the Women's Union Association in Sharjah, attracting a large turnout from beneficiary families.

1 mins

Jordan emerges as top medical tourism destination

The number of medical tourists is increasing significantly as more people from GCC countries are considering Jordan as their top destination.

1 mins

CUD launches new graduate programme MSCBA in UAE

The Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has launched a new degree programme, Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSCBA), to empower professionals to transform complex data into actionable business intelligence in a technology-driven economy.

1 mins

SBA invites submissions for Sharjah Book Fair 2025 awards

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has opened submissions for the highly anticipated Sharjah International Book Fair Awards (SIBF) 2025, with entries accepted until September 15. The awards recognise authors and publishers who have contributed to the Arab and international cultural landscape through literary and academic works.

2 mins

Sheikh Sultan vows alimony support

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Gasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, pledged support to those unable to pay alimony, saying, “If they cannot afford it, I am responsible.”

1 mins

UAE launches first 'Youth Social Mission'

AL ARISH: The Federal Youth Authority has announced the launch of the first group of participants in the “Youth Social Missions Programme,” within the “Humanity Track,” to take part in Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 in Al Arish, Arab Republic of Egypt, as part of the UAE’s ongoing support for the Palestinian people.

1 mins

New tieup to advance AΙ in education globally

Alef Education, a global leader in education technology based in the UAE, on Tuesday announced a collaboration with Liquid Al, a leading efficient foundation models company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

1 mins

Heatwave may ‘grip' UAE for nearly a month

The region will experience hot and humid weather conditions, known as “Wa'kat Suhail” or “Zafarat Suhail” (Canopus heatwaves), from the appearance of the star Canopus in late August 2025 until the autumnal equinox on Sept.23, 2025, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society and member of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences.

1 mins

Qatar urges a Gaza truce after 'positive response' from Hamas

A key mediator on Tuesday stressed the urgency of brokering a ceasefire in Gaza after Hamas showed a “positive response” to a proposal, but Israel has yet to weigh in as its military prepares an offensive on some of the territory's most populated areas.

2 mins

Saudi poet Al Qahtani dies after mountain fall

Saudi poet Saud Bin Maadi Al Qahtani, widely known as the “Poet of the South”, has passed away after slipping from the slopes of Jabal Samhan in Oman's Dhofar Governorate.

1 mins

Netanyahu slams Macron for fuelling 'antisemitism'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu upbraided President Emmanuel Macron in a letter seen by AFP on Tuesday, blaming the French leader's move to recognise a Palestinian state for fuelling antisemitism.

1 mins

Aoun urges extension of UN peacekeepers' mandate

Lebanese President Joseph on Tuesday warned against ending the United Nations peacekeepers' mandate in the country's south, after the UN Security Council began debating extending their mission.

1 mins

Scientist puts hope in nest boxes to save cockatoos

Above the teeming shopping streets of Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay district, a fight to save one of the world’s most endangered species is unfolding high in the branches of a decades-old cotton tree.

1 mins

Bali police arrest Peruvian over drugs smuggling

A Peruvian woman has been arrested in Indonesia's Bali after allegedly trying to smuggle cocaine into the resort island using a sex toy and hiding drugs in her underwear, police said on Tuesday.

1 mins

Japan discusses military ties, drones with Turkey

Japan's defence minister discussed defence industry cooperation and possible purchases of Turkish-made drones during a visit to Ankara on Tuesday, as Tokyo expands the role of unmanned systems in its armed forces.

2 mins

Global dataset shows Indian deforestation drivers

A new global dataset developed by the World Resources institute (WRI), Google Deep Mind and The Sustainability Consortium determines the reasons for forest loss at one-kilometre spatial resolution, as highlighted by aMongabay-India(M|) report.

3 mins

The uncertain fallout of Putin-Trump meet

The much-hyped summit meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and United States President Donald Trump in Alaska on Saturday was not exactly a damp squib it seems to be because it has not changed the ground reality of the Ukrainian war. The war continues.

2 mins

Parents sacrifice food to afford kids’ school uniform

More than one in four parents will go without food or heating to afford school uniform, a survey has suggested. Nearly half (45 per cent) use credit cards to pay for uniform, while more than a third (34 per cent) use ‘buy now, pay later’ schemes, such as Klarna, to cover costs, a poll revealed. In the poll of 2,000 parents of school-age children by charity Parentkind, 47 per cent of parents are worried about the cost of buying uniform for the start of the school year.

3 mins

President Trump and Zelensky appear closer than ever

Three days ago, it looked as if Russian President Vladimir Putin had brought Donald Trump back to his side in the three-year-old war he has fought to illegally seize much of Ukraine's territory and move the former Soviet republic closer to the West.

2 mins

Work rules could deny food stamps to veterans

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Rain batters Mumbai, agencies on alert

Amid heavy and incessant rains and floods across Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday instructed all agencies to be on alert mode to control the situation.

1 mins

Fans jubilant as Mammootty to resume shooting

Fans and movie buffs are jubilant as news of Malayalam megastar Mammootty returning to shooting sets after a gap of five months during which he underwent treatment for an undisclosed ailment at a private hospital in Chennai.

1 mins

Civet smell halts Kerala High Court proceedings

Proceedings before the Kerala High Court Chief Justice's bench were unexpectedly halted on Tuesday after a strong and unpleasant odour in the courtroom.

1 mins

Modi hails 'steady progress' in Indo-Chinese relations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China's top diplomat on Tuesday and hailed the “steady progress” made in improving the bilateral relationship after a years-long standoff between the nuclear-armed Asian powers.

2 mins

Judges given a day to report 'interference'

The National Judicial (Policy Making) Committee (NJPMC) has decided that the concerned judge must report any instance of external influence within 24 hours, with actions finalised within 14 days in this connection.

2 mins

Panel formed to oversee state firms' governance

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has constituted a high-level committee to overhaul the governance framework for state-owned enterprises (SOEs) after a report revealed that the CEO of a SOE amassed over Rs355 million in benefits within 32 months, said a report.

1 mins

Death toll from monsoon floods rises to almost 400

Rescuers and residents resumed searching on Tuesday for survivours as the death toll from five days of torrential rain rose to almost 400, with authorities warning monsoon downpours would continue until the weekend.

2 mins

Ministry committed to support ICV Programme

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the National In-Country Value (ICV) Programme, one of the UAE's flagship initiatives aimed at enhancing local content through federal procurement policies.

2 mins

85% of UAE retail investors back local stock markets: eToro survey

A whopping 85 per cent of UAE-based retail investors are currently invested in local stocks, and many are buying even more in response to global trade tensions, based on the latest edition of the UAE Retail Investor Beat by trading and investing platform eToro.

3 mins

Financial transfers reach Dhs9.528 trillion

The value of transfers executed in the country's banking sector through the UAE Funds Transfer System (UAEFTS) reached Dhs9.528 trillion during the first five months of this year.

1 mins

Valu closes its 17th securitised bond issuance

Valu, MENA’s leading universal financial technology powerhouse, announced the successful closing of its I7th securitised bond issuance, valued at EGP 460.7 million, with EFG Hermes, an EFG Holding company and the leading investment bank in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena).

1 mins

HONOR Magic V5 sets new Guinness World Record

In a remarkable demonstration of engineering prowess, the HONOR Magic V5 has officially entered the Guinness World Records by achieving the heaviest weight lifted by a suspended foldable smartphone. The device successfully lifted an impressive 104 kilograms, showcasing unprecedented durability in the foldable smartphone category.

1 mins

FTA urges corporate taxpayers to meet tax returns deadlines

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a call for Corporate Tax taxpayers to finalise their Tax records, submit their Tax Returns, and pay Corporate Tax due for the relevant Tax Periods within the specified deadlines.

3 mins

EU-US trade deal stalls over digital platforms regulation

The anticipated trade agreement between the United States and the European Union, initially announced on 27th July, is facing major obstacles, most notably a dispute over the European Digital Services Act (DSA), which imposes strict obligations on major online platforms regarding content moderation.

1 mins

Hatta exports power to Dubai

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa), announced the beginning of trial operation and electricity export from the pumped-storage hydroelectric power plant in Hatta to Dubai.

1 mins

'UAE an inspiring model in improving govt performance'

Gamal Bayoumi, Secretary-General of the Arab Investors Union, affirmed that the remarkable progress achieved by the United Arab Emirates in the Government Support Index 2025 reflects the forward-looking vision of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and continues the legacy of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

1 mins

Masdar committed to backing Saudi's clean energy objectives

Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company - Masdar, and consortium partners GD Power and Korea Electric Power Corporation announced they have reached financial close for the 2-gigawatt (GW) Al Sadawi solar photovoltaic (PV) project, a landmark project under the National Renewable Energy Programme (NREP) which is led and supervised by the Ministry of Energy.

3 mins

RAK leads regional realty boom as one of fastest-growing markets

Ras Al Khaimah is witnessing an unprecedented boom in its real estate sector, quickly establishing itself as one of the fastest-growing property markets in the UAE, thanks to the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Sagr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.

2 mins

Bitcoin Mena Conference returns to Abu Dhabi

The Bitcoin Mena Conference will return to the Adnec Centre Abu Dhabi for its second edition from December 8th to 9th, bringing together global leaders in Bitcoin and digital finance.

1 mins

Korean auto exports rise over 8% in July

The Republic of Korea’s automobile exports rose by more than 8 per cent from a year earlier in July, government data showed on Tuesday.

1 mins

Major projects drive Vietnam's development stage

A total of 250 projects across 34 cities and provinces were inaugurated or launched on Tuesday, with a combined investment of nearly VNDI.3 quadrillion (around $49.44 billion), providing strong impetus for Vietnam's transition into a new stage of growth.

1 mins

DCDE supports expansion of 308 digital startups in first half

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy (DCDE), one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that it successfully supported 308 high-potential digital startups to establish and grow their businesses in the emirate during H1 2025, achieving year-over-year (YoY) growth of 39 percent compared to the 221 companies supported during the same period last year.

3 mins

Canada's annual inflation rate eases to 1.7%

Canada’s annual inflation rate eased to 1.7% in July from 1.9% in the prior month as lower year-on-year gasoline prices kept the consumer price index low, but core measures of inflation stayed sticky, data showed on Tuesday.

1 mins

Intel gets $2b lifeline in the form of SoftBank equity investment

Intel is getting a $2 billion capital injection from SoftBank Group in a major vote of confidence for the troubled US chipmaker in the middle of a turnaround.

3 mins

India suspends cotton import duty

India has suspended an 11% import duty on cotton until September 30, in a move seen as a signal to Washington that New Delhi is willing to address US concerns on agricultural tariffs, while also easing pressure on its garment industry.

1 mins

Xiaomi's second quarter revenue up 30.5 per cent

A rise in shipments of smartphones, especially in Southeast Asia, helped to boost Xiaomi’s second-quarter revenue by 30.5%, the smartphone and EV company said on Tuesday, against the backdrop of a sluggish global market.

1 mins

XVA Gallery hosts UAE-based artists Richard Ketley and Alejandra Palos

Coming up at Dubai's XVA Gallery is Paintings of Nowhere by Richard Ketley and Rooted by Alejandra Palos (Sept. 13 ~ Oct. 16).

3 mins

Celebrity chef turns a garage into world-class dining destination

Patrick O'Connell got his first job in a restaurant when he was just 15, and still thought he wanted to be an actor when he grew up.

3 mins

Mrunal Thakur embraces her love for photography by sharing candid shots

Ahead of World Photography Day on Tuesday, actress Mrunal Thakur decided to “open a piece of her heart” by dropping some candid clicks from her camera.

2 mins

Robin Singh launches cricket academy in Dubai

Former India all-rounder and UAE coach Robin Singh, in partnership with Srinivas Babu, launched Robin Singh Relations (RSR) Cricket Academy in Dubai on Tuesday.

2 mins

Coach Golemac confident ahead of EuroLeague debut

Dubai Basketball head coach Jurica Golemac is optimistic as the 2025-26 preseason begins, after a summer spent carefully building a 16-man roster that will compete in both the EuroLeague and ABA League.

2 mins

UAE-based teams ready to challenge rivals at season-opening Indonesia GP

Hours, weeks and months of meticulous preparation will be put to the test this weekend when spectacular Lake Toba in deepest Sumatra hosts the 3rd Grand Prix of Indonesia, the opening round of the 2025 UIM FIH2O World Championship.

3 mins

FIFPRO urges India to revive top league

The global footballers’ union on Tuesday called on India to swiftly revive their top-tier competition, saying the “escalating uncertainty” was affecting the livelihoods of national players and staff.

1 mins

Lukaku to miss Napoli's clash against Sassuolo

Romelu Lukaku will miss Napoli's opening fixture of their Serie A title defence after suffering a thigh injury which could keep the Belgium striker out for months, the Italian champions said on Monday.

1 mins

Springboks make 10 changes for second Test against Australia

South Africa have made IO changes to their starting XV for the second Rugby Championship test against Australia in Cape Town on Saturday as coach Rassie Erasmus wields the axe following a shock 38-22 loss to the tourists in Johannesburg last weekend.

2 mins

Ronaldo gets hero's welcome in Hong Kong as Al Nassr prevail over Al Ittihad

Cristiano Ronaldo was given a hero's welcome on Tuesday as he played a pivotal role for Saudi side Al Nassr in Hong Kong where great rival Lionel Messi became public enemy number one last year for failing to play.

2 mins

Messi to lead Argentina squad at WC qualifiers

Argentina’s national team unveiled a revamped 31-man squad on Monday, led by Lionel Messi, for the South American qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador for the 2026 World Cup.

1 mins

Klopp decisive in move to Leipzig, says Bakayoko

Belgium winger Johan Bakayoko said a conversation with Jurgen Klopp was the decisive factor in his move to RB Leipzig from PSV Eindhoven this summer.

1 mins

Morecambe appoint Johal as first Sikh professional coach in England

Ashvir Singh Johal has become the first Sikh to coach a professional club in England after being named as first-team manager at fifth-tier Morecambe on Tuesday.

1 mins

Leeds beat Everton for perfect start to Premier League return

A late penalty from new signing Lukas Nmecha earned promoted Leeds United a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton in their first match back in the Premier League on Monday night.

2 mins

Injuries force Britain's Edmund to retire at 30

Kyle Edmund has been forced to retire at the age of 30 after going through a turbulent few years due to injuries, the former British number one said.

1 mins

Ex-Vuelta, Tour stage winner Woods to retire at end of season

Canadian Michael ‘Rusty’ Woods, a former stage winner at the Tour de France and Vuelta a Espana, has announced he will retire from professional road cycling at the end of the season, bringing to a close a career spanning over a decade.

1 mins

PCB downgrades contracts for former captains Babar and Rizwan

Pakistan demoted former captains Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan on Tuesday in a contract review that scrapped the top category after a string of poor recent results.

1 mins

Maharaj five-for leads S.Africa to biggest ODI victory over Oz in series opener

Left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj dismantled Australia with a career-best 5-33 as South Africa romped to a 98-run victory in the first one-day international on Tuesday.

2 mins

Lyles excited about racing toward world title defence

Noah Lyles was ‘super excited’ on Tuesday about his progress toward defending his IOO and 200 meters titles at track and field’s world championships next month.

2 mins

Gill named vice-captain as holders India announce Asia Cup squad

Shubman Gill has been named vice-captain as India’s Asia Cup squad was announced on Tuesday.

3 mins

Swiatek downs Paolini to claim maiden Cincinnati Open title as Alcaraz wins after ailing Sinner retires in final

Iga Swiatek filled in a piece of her career tennis puzzle on Monday as she won the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open for the first time with a 7-5, 6-4 defeat of Jasmine Paolini.

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Éditeur: Dar-Alkhaleej

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Langue: English

Fréquence: Daily

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.