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Oil surges, global stocks plunge as Trump threatens to block Hormuz
Oil prices surged back above $IOO a barrel and stocks fell on Monday as investors awaited a looming US deadline on a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, ratcheting up fears for Middle East energy supplies.
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April 14, 2026
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Submissions open for Zayed Award for Human Fraternity
The award reflects Sheikh Zayed's moral legacy, humanitarianism, and respect for others and helping them regardless of religion, gender, race, or nationality
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April 14, 2026
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UAE passport is now second strongest in world: Study
The UAE passport jumped 8 ranks to secure the second position globally and first in the Middle East in the 2026 Henley & Partners Passport Index, allowing its holder to visit 187 destinations without a visa.
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April 14, 2026
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Lost film of French cinema pioneer retrieved from US attic
The battered wooden trunk had been in the family for a century — shifted from attic to barn to garage as it was handed down through the generations.
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April 14, 2026
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UAE, Bahrain leaders discuss relations and regional peace
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan met King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain during a fraternal visit to the country.
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April 14, 2026
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CBUAE obtains international certification
In a significant milestone that reflects the maturity of its institutional framework and reinforces its position as a leading regulatory authority, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has obtained the BS 13500:2013 certification in Effective Governance Management Systems from the British Standards Institution (BSI).
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April 14, 2026
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Shahbaz says 'full effort' still on to resolve US-Iran conflict
Islamabad Talks a 'moment of pride:' PM; cabinet passes resolution hailing Munir and Dar for their role in facilitation dialogue between US and Iran
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April 14, 2026
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RTA completes phase II of key project
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed Phase II of the Marine Transport Station Waiting Area Upgrade Project.
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April 14, 2026
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Dubai DET and HSBC team up to lure global wealth, corporates
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic agreement with HSBC Bank Middle East Limited to further deepen cooperation aimed at attracting international corporates, institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals seeking to establish or expand their presence in the emirate.
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April 14, 2026
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Driver arrested for reckless stunts on Marina Street
The General Directorate of Traffic at Dubai Police arrested a driver involved in performing hazardous stunts on Marina Street.
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April 14, 2026
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HoW expands cultural ties with Ambrosiana in Milan
The House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah has explored opportunities to expand cultural and knowledge-based cooperation with the Ambrosiana Library in Milan, one of Europe's oldest libraries, founded in the early 17th century.
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April 14, 2026
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Memory of dead friend Goolaerts inspires Van Aert to dream victory
Wout van Aert dedicated victory to his late friend Michael Goolaerts after making his “dream come true” at Paris-Roubaix.
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April 14, 2026
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Lille hammer Toulouse to reclaim third spot in Ligue 1
Lille reclaimed third place in Ligue I with a comfortable 4-0 win away to 10-man Toulouse on Sunday.
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April 14, 2026
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SEDD launches its 2026-2028 strategic programme
The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has announced the launch of its 2026-2028 strategic plan to build a competitive, diversified, and sustainable economy in the emirate.
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April 14, 2026
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MOE denies extension of distance learning
The Ministry of Education clarified on Monday that the circulating claims about extending the distance learning period until May 1, 2026, are false.
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April 14, 2026
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Guardiola urges City to respect Arsenal in title showdown
LONDON: Pep Guardiola insisted Manchester City must respect Arsenal when they face the Premier League leaders in a seismic title showdown next weekend.
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April 14, 2026
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Dubai emerges as 'hub for borderless education'
Dubai's rise as a global crossroads for ambition and innovation is increasingly shaping the future of education.
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April 14, 2026
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India gets first Iranian oil in 7 years, data shows
Two very large crude carriers loaded with Iranian oil have reached Indian ports, ship tracking data from LSEG shows, “as local refiners utilise a temporary waiver granted by the United States last month to resume purchases from Tehran for the first time in seven years.
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April 14, 2026
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Asha Bhosle cremated with full state honours
The curtains fell on a golden era of Indian music as the legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle was cremated with full state honours on Monday at Mumbai’s iconic Shivaji Park.
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April 14, 2026
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ALC hosts forum to discuss shortlist for 'Arabic Booker'
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) organised a literary forum in collaboration with Al Multaqa Literary Salon, hosted by the Louvre Abu Dhabi, bringing together 16 reading clubs and cultural salons to discuss the works shortlisted for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction (IPAF) 2026 - also known as the “Arabic Booker.”
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April 14, 2026
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Pope Leo is 'terrible:' US leader; pontiff says doesn't fear Trump
US President Donald Trump has criticised Pope Leo as “terrible” in a rare direct attack on the pontiff, who responded that he had “no fear” of the White House administration and would continue to denounce the horrors of war.
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April 14, 2026
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Khaled, Li Qiang discuss relations
The search for the next honorees of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity has officially begun, with the opening of nominations for the prize’s eighth edition, reinforcing the award's global standing and growing impact in promoting the values of human fraternity and honouring individuals and organisations building bridges of understanding and peaceful coexistence among peoples.
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April 14, 2026
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Kishan and bowlers shine as SRH end RR's winning streak
Debutant pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain announced themselves on the grand stage by picking eight wickets collectively as Sunrisers Hyderabad ended IPL 2026 table topper Rajasthan Royals winning juggernaut with a thumping 53-run win at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Monday.
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April 14, 2026
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Elevate awards Dhs50 million contract to Pinnacle Piling
Elevate, a real estate developer, has awarded an Dhs50 million contract to Pinnacle Piling for the piling and foundation works package at Mondrian Al Marjan Island Beach Residences, marking another major construction milestone for the landmark beachfront development in Ras Al Khaimah.
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April 14, 2026
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5-day BRIDGE Summit to commence on Nov.28
ABU DHABI: The BRIDGE Alliance announced that the second edition of the BRIDGE Summit will be held from 28th November to 2nd December 2026, relocating its venue to Yas Island in Abu Dhabi in partnership with Miral Group, with the summit extended to five days.
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April 14, 2026
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Hungary opposition's victory heralds reforms
Peter Magyar’s landslide victory in Sunday's Hungarian election has handed his centre-right Tisza party a sweeping mandate that will give it a free hand to enact reforms, bolster the rule of law and potentially unlock billions in European Union funding.
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April 14, 2026
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Dental student ends life as family alleges discrimination
The death of 22-year-old dental student Nithin Raj RL has sparked widespread outrage across Kerala, with his family alleging sustained caste-based harassment by faculty members at a private dental college in Kannur, even as police investigations widen to examine multiple possible factors behind the tragedy.
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April 14, 2026
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Sharjah Islamic Bank reports net profit of Dhs38ım in first quarter
Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) delivered an exceptional financial and operational performance across all business segments during the first quarter of 2026.
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April 14, 2026
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Inter close in on Italian League title after comeback win at Como
With six matches remaining in the season Inter hold a commanding lead at the top, while Como's first defeat in two months dropped them out of the Champions League spots
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April 14, 2026
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Nuggets roll into playoffs as Lakers and Raptors post facile victories
The Denver Nuggets, fueled by 23 first-half points from Nikola Jokic, beat the San Antonio Spurs 128-118 on Sunday, notching their 12th straight victory to clinch the Western Conference third seed on the last day of the NBA regular season.
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