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March 30, 2025

UAE leaders greet Arab, Muslim countries on Eid

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent cables of congratulations to the Kings, Emirs and Presidents of Arab and Islamic nations on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.

3 mins

UAE Floating Hospital's Eid gifts cheer up Palestinians

Ahead of Eid Al Fitr, the UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, has distributed Eid clothing and gifts to patients and children receiving treatment at the facility.

3 mins

Families can fire up their Eid festivities

ABU DHABI: Reem Mall, the home of Snow Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi’s premier shopping and entertainment destination, is inviting families to celebrate Eid Al Fitr with a spectacular line-up of live performances, interactive activities, and a life-changing opportunity to win a dream home makeover worth Dhs50,000!

1 mins

Spanish academy honours Sultan Bin Ahmed

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah, was awarded the Golden Medal of Honour by the European Royal Academy in Spain.

1 mins

DCT Abu Dhabi ties up with social media influencer

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has partnered with content creator Prajakta Koli to launch an exclusive, influencer-curated itinerary designed to offer India travellers a one-of-a-kind emirate’s award-winning culture and inspiring experiences.

1 mins

UAE, Montenegro explore new avenues to boost ties

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Saturday received Milojko Spajić, Prime Minister of Montenegro, who is currently on a working visit to the UAE.

2 mins

Tariq Al Futtaim Foundation donates Dhs3m to Fathers’ Endowment

DUBAI: The Tariq Al Futtaim Foundation (TAF), an investment management foundation based in the Dubai International Financial Centre, has contributed Dhs3 million to the Fathers’ Endowment campaign.

1 mins

Dibba Al-Hisn ramps up safety steps for Eid

DIBBA AL-HISN: Dibba Al-Hisn Municipality has wrapped up all preparations for Eid Al-Fitr, executing a range of meticulously planned programmes and initiatives designed to strengthen its regulatory and awareness roles while delivering high-quality services to residents.

1 mins

Woman’s case against ex-husband dismissed

ABU DHABI: The Al Ain Court of Civil, Commercial, and Administrative Cases dismissed a lawsuit filed by a divorcée against her ex-husband, in which she demanded that he pay her Dhs977,926, which she claimed she had transferred to him as a loan, as evidenced by bank transfer statements and account records.

1 mins

EHS provides over 5,000 books to support patients

The Emirates Health Services (EHS), represented by its Mental Health Department, is collaborating with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library and its initiative “A World Reads” to enrich its libraries with over 5,000 Arabic and English books across various fields and disciplines.

2 mins

EPA sponsors 4 young publishers at 2 book fairs

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) continues to support and nurture the new generation of Emirati publishers, enabling them to represent the UAE at key international cultural forums and gain global exposure to global best practices in the publishing sector.

1 mins

Abu Dhabi unveils new dialysis centre

ABU DHABI: The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, the Government of Abu Dhabi’s official channel to receive social contributions through a unified platform, in partnership with PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, and its subsidiary, SEHA, have announced the opening of SEHA Abu Dhabi Dialysis Centre.

1 mins

Abu Dhabi lights up streets to celebrate Eid

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi City Municipality has adorned the main and secondary streets, medians, and bridges within and outside Abu Dhabi island with thousands of illuminated structures, signs of festive greetings in celebration of Eid Al Fitr, and to spread joy throughout the community.

1 mins

UAE invests billions to bolster citizen housing

The UAE’s housing sector for citizens witnessed a significant boost in the first quarter of 2025, designated as the ‘Year of Community,’ with the launch of extensive initiatives and projects reflecting the leadership’s commitment to family stability and well-being.

2 mins

Russia claims capture of 2 more Ukraine villages

Russia on Saturday claimed the capture of two villages in eastern and southern Ukraine, pressing ahead with its advance after months of efforts to secure territory.

1 mins

DHA initiatives reflect UAE's generosity

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA), in partnership with various official and charitable organisations across the UAE, has implemented a series of voluntary initiatives during the Holy Month of Ramadan reflecting the nation's values of solidarity, generosity and social responsibility as a core institutional principle.

1 mins

Top vaccine official resigns from FDA

WASHINGTON: The top vaccine official with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has resigned and criticised the nation’s top health official for allowing “misinformation and lies” to guide his thinking behind the safety of vaccinations.

1 mins

Ramadan an opportunity for spiritual growth, say expats

Southeast Asian members of the 11.3m diverse UAE population, including visitors, share what they have learnt from the Holy Month

3 mins

New US airstrikes target multiple areas in Yemen

Suspected US airstrikes pounded Yemen overnight into Saturday, reportedly killing at least one person as the American military acknowledges earlier bombing a major military site in the heart of Sanaa controlled by the Houthi rebels.

1 mins

US warns of increased risk of attacks in Syria

DAMASCUS: The US embassy in Syria has warned its citizens of an “increased possibility” of attacks during the upcoming holiday marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

1 mins

Sudan's army takes control of key market in Omdurman

CAIRO: The Sudanese army said on Saturday it had taken control of a major market in Khartoum's twin city of Omdurman, which had previously been used by their Rapid Support Forces (RSF) rivals to launch attacks during a devastating two-year-old war.

1 mins

Fate of 9 Palestine Red Crescent members remains unknown

The Palestine Red Crescent Society said on Saturday that the fate of nine crew members in the Gaza Strip remains unknown nearly a week after Israeli forces had hit ambulances.

2 mins

Rallies grow in S.Korea as court weighs Yoon's fate

Hundreds of thousands of South Koreans rallied for and against impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on Saturday as protests grow while the country's Constitutional Court weighs whether to dismiss him.

1 mins

Powerful earthquake shocks Thailand tourists

French tourist Augustin Gus was shopping for a t-shirt in one of Bangkok's many malls when a massive quake began shaking the building in the Thai capital.

1 mins

Hegseth visits Japan, vows to strengthen bilateral ties

TOKYO: US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth praised on Saturday the friendship and trust that his country and Japan have developed while attending a memorial service in honouring to honour those who died in battle during World War II.

1 mins

World unites to help quake-hit Myanmar as death toll soars

A powerful earthquake has killed more than 1,000 people in war-torn Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand and caused widespread damage.

2 mins

Syria, Lebanon sign agreement on border issue

Syria and Lebanon have signed an agreement on demarcating borders in Jdedah on Friday, the agreement was signed by Syrian Defence Minister Mu’affaq Abu Qasra and Lebanese Defence Minister Michel Menassa who held talks in the presence of Saudi Arabian Defence Minister Khalid Bin Salman.

2 mins

Young Senegalese still await promised change

Wally Faye hoped his life would take off when Senegal’s youngest president swept to power promising radical change, but a year on a 26-year-old still has no job and is unable to help his parents or get married.

2 mins

Democrats need more combative centrists for sure

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is under fire from progressives for not having a clear, plan for 2024. President Donald Trump faces relentless criticism — but for an entirely different reason: He doesn’t have a clear plan to help Senate Democrats regain a majority, for House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s top priority is merely to govern.

2 mins

In Nigeria, workers and farmers bring AI to the fields

With a few taps on his phone, Dan-Namgari knows exactly when to water his crops and even the pH of the soil.

3 mins

Silent onlookers — The moral failure to protect education

Today, as the Department of Education faces dismantlement, American higher education stands at a similar crossroads: an invaluable institution threatened by a relentless political project.

4 mins

Protesting Ashas to cut hair to press their demands

TRIVANDRUM: Women community health workers on a sit-in before Kerala’s administrative headquarters, demanding better pay and dignity, will cut their hair when the protest enters its 50th day on Monday as the authorities continue to ignore them.

1 mins

Save nature for next generation: President

NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday called for nurturing and protecting the environment for the next generation, saying it is a “moral responsibility” of parents towards their children.

1 mins

Blockbuster 'Empuraan' to be re-released with 17 cuts

KOCHI: In response to increasing cyber-attacks and yielding to pressure from Sangh Parivar outfits including Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and its political wing Bharathiya Janata Party (BJP) filmmakers of blockbuster Malayalam movie Empuraan have decided to edit the film to accommodate concerns expressed by critics and re-release on Wednesday, according to reports.

1 mins

PM says India stands in solidarity with Myanmar

As a close friend and neighbour, India is with the people of quake-hit Myanmar in this difficult hour: Modi; first tranche of 15 tonnes of relief material from India lands in Myanmar.

2 mins

Prime suspect in Faisalabad gangrape case arrested

ISLAMABAD: Police have achieved a breakthrough in the case of the alleged gangrape of a woman near the Faisalabad Motorway, apprehending the key suspect linked to the heinous crime.

1 mins

CM orders to stop transporters from overcharging

To take action against the overcharging, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed action against passenger vehicles for charging excessive fares on the eve of Eid al Fitr.

1 mins

No deal, only contacts with establishment, says PTI chief

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali has denied striking a deal with the establishment saying his party only restored contacts with it.

1 mins

11 dead in drone strikes against Taliban hideouts in KP province

Eleven people were killed in drone strikes in northern Pakistan on Saturday launched by the army against the Taliban, who had killed seven soldiers a day earlier, police told AFP.

2 mins

US consumer spending rebounds less than expected

WASHINGTON: US consumer spending rebounded less than expected in February while a measure of underlying prices increased by the most in 13 months, stoking fears that the economy was facing period of slowing growth and high inflation amid an escalation in trade tensions.

2 mins

India and US making progress towards trade deal, say officials

Indian and US officials discussed trade issues including the reduction of tariffs and easing of non-tariff barriers, making progress towards a bilateral trade agreement during several days of talks in New Delhi, they said on Saturday.

3 mins

Winners of InnovAlte announced

DUBAI: The second edition of InnovAlte, UAE’s largest student-led National AI Hackathon successfully concluded its second edition with team ‘Machine Mindset’ from GEMS Wellington Academy - Silicon Oasis being declared the winner.

1 mins

Italy PM urges 'reasoned' EU approach to Trump tariffs

ROME: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called on Saturday for a \"reasoned\" approach to an escalating tariff war between the EU and the United States, and repeated the importance of transatlantic unity.

1 mins

94% space of 'Make it in the Emirates' event booked

ADNEC Group has announced that more than 94% of the exhibition space allocated for “Make it in the Emirates” 2025 has already been booked. The event is organised by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, ADNOC Group, and the Abu Dhabi Department Economic.

1 mins

UAE airports cement global leadership in sustainability

In 2024, the UAE cemented its status as a leading global aviation centre with increased infrastructure investments, clean energy initiatives, and sustainability-focused endeavours.

3 mins

Evest strengthens community bond

Alignment with its vision of combining financial innovation with investor engagement, Evest remains committed to social responsibility. During Ramadan, the company extended its contributions beyond the fintech sphere by organising a collective Iftar at the Senior's Happiness Center in honour of Zayed Humanitarian Day. This social cohesion, strengthening community bonds.

1 mins

Arab Energy Fund posts 18% rise in net income

The Fund achieved a record performance with the highest-ever net income, driven by strong asset growth across all business lines, increased efficiencies, and a favourable interest rate environment.

1 mins

AIM Congress to spotlight Al's role in business

ABU DHABI: AIM Congress 2025, one of the world's leading investment and economic forums, will feature a special three-day conference on Artificial Intelligence from 7th to 9th April bringing together global leaders, industry experts, and decision-makers.

1 mins

Dubai set to open new gold hub to boost $382b annual jewellery sale

Dubai, which has solidified its position as the world’s best destination for gold and diamond jewellery as well as its bullion trade, is in need of a new hub that should cater to growing consumer appetite amongst UAE residents and tourists, many of whom visit Dubai to buy gold and diamond jewellery for social occasions including festive shopping and weddings.

3 mins

'IPS Conference' agenda unveiled

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced the agenda for the IPS2025 Conference, which will take place alongside the exhibition from April 14 to 16, 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

1 mins

Salama reports growth in profitability

DUBAI: Islamic Arab Insurance Company (Salama), the UAE’s largest Takaful solutions provider, has announced its financial results for 2024, showcasing significant improvement in profitability while optimising its score sheet.

1 mins

ENBD, BlackRock announce new platform

DUBAI: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT) region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BlackRock to create an investment platform that will provide the bank’s wealthy clients access to alternatives, specifically within private markets.

1 mins

Dewa receives highest rating from UAE auditors association

The Internal Audit Department of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has received a ‘Generally Conforms’ rating in a review conducted by the UAE chapter of the Internal Auditors Association (IAA).

3 mins

Siemens gets Dhs550m finance from CBD

DUBAI: Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), a leading financial institution in the UAE, has partnered with Siemens Energy, a leader in energy technology, by providing an Dhs550 million bilateral credit facility to Siemens Energy in the UAE.

1 mins

OECD praises Belgium's anti-bribery reforms

BRUSSELS: The OECD Working Group on Bribery has welcomed Belgium's significant legislative reforms to combat foreign bribery but called for increased investigations and prosecutions.

1 mins

Money markets increase their bets on ECB easing

FRANKFURT: Money markets increased their bets on European Central Bank (ECB) easing, with short-dated yields dropping to levels last seen before Germany announced its biggest ever spending package, as investors shifted focus to US tariffs and weak economic data.

1 mins

India's real estate investment surges 88% YoY in APAC region

Real estate investments in the Asia Pacific market increased 12 per cent year-on-year to reach $135.9 billion in 2024, according to Colliers' latest report \"Asia Pacific Investment Insights H2 2024.\"

3 mins

Austria's economy to contract in 2025

VIENNA: Austria's economy is expectedtocontract slightly in 2025 before returning to growth in 2026, two leading economic institutes said, dragged by the country's budget consolidation plan and the risks of global trade wars.

1 mins

Bank of Korea reports strong profits last year

SEOUL: The Republic of Korea’s central bank said it logged the second-highest ever yearly net profit in 2024 thanks to robust income from securities trading and interest.

1 mins

Argentina, IMF discuss $20 billion programme

NEW YORK: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) confirmed that the programme it is discussing with Argentina was requested to be for $20 billion, as announced by the Argentine government, and that it would be an Extended Fund Facility.

1 mins

Brazil's inflation forecasts rise, sees tough path ahead

Brazil's central bank raised its inflation projections for the long-term despite anticipating weaker economic activity this year, and said that this scenario makes reaching its 3 per cent target challenging.

3 mins

Hong Kong painter draws inspiration from the vibrant city's recent history

HONG KONG: At Hong Kong's Art Basel, painter Chow Chun-fai's new works transport viewers back to the night in 1997 when the former British colony returned to Chinese rule, displayed in the very exhibition centre where one era ended and another began.

4 mins

'A Working Man' is exactly what you expect from Jason

He’s making sure the rebar is spaced correctly and the concrete is correctly mixed. But we all know where his interests truly lie: beating up people, ferociously. Soon enough — faster than one-time springboard diving champion used to hit the water — Statham will be doing what he does best in an action movie made by millionaires that hopes to tap into blue-collar ire. Statham plays a sort of latter-day low-rent co-worker and co-star of David Ayer’s latest collab — they previously teamed up on “The Beekeeper” — with the addition of a co-writer who knows a thing or two about lone-wolf underdogs: Sylvester Stallone.

2 mins

Why did Rashmika Mandanna remind Salman Khan of his early days in industry?

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, has heaped praise on his \"Sikandar\" co-star Rashmika Mandanna for her work ethics and dedication. Salman recently spoke with fellow superstar Aamir Khan, and the director of \"Sikandar,\" A.R. Murugadoss in a special video.

2 mins

Khorfakkan stun Al Jazira, Sharjah held

ABU DHABI: Tarik Tissoudali's 38th-minute goal was the difference in Khorfakkan's I-O win over Al Jazira in matchweek 19 of the Adnoc Pro League on Friday.

2 mins

BKFC set to make history in the ME with debut in Dubai on April 4

DUBAI: History is in the making as Dubai welcomes the greatest two-day pure combat event, BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship), powered by World League of Fighters, in association with the Dubai Sports Council.

1 mins

Van der Poel wins Belgium's E3 as Ayuso regains lead at Catalunya

Defending champion Mathieu van der Poel launched a solo attack on a cobbled climb 38km from the line and went on to win the E3 Classic on Friday.

3 mins

Ex-Barca star Alves has rape conviction overturned

A Spanish appeals court overturned on Friday former Brazil international footballer Dani Alves' rape conviction, citing insufficient evidence.

1 mins

Real manager Ancelotti to go on trial in tax fraud case

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti will go on trial next week for allegedly failing to declare income to Spain's tax office, the Madrid court which will hear the case said Friday.

1 mins

Dorival sacked as Brazil soccer coach after humiliating loss against Argentina

Dorival Junior was on Friday sacked as Brazil coach, three days after a humiliating 4-1 World Cup qualifying defeat by bitter rivals Argentina, the Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) announced.

1 mins

Atleti title hopes dashed after draw vs Espanyol, Sociedad down lowly Valladolid

Atletico Madrid's slim Spanish title hopes faded further with a disappointing I-I draw at Espanyol on Saturday in La Liga.

2 mins

Maeda hits 30th goal of season as Celtic bounce back vs Hearts

GLASGOW: Celtic striker Daizen Maeda took his tally for the season to 30 goals with a double as a 3-0 win over Hearts on Saturday edged the Hoops closer to a fourth consecutive Scottish Premiership title.

1 mins

Guardiola seeks redemption as City head to Bournemouth for FA Cup tie

LONDON: Pep Guardiola takes Manchester City back to Bournemouth in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Sunday hoping to avenge the defeat that sparked their stunning title collapse.

1 mins

Leeds' promotion push dented after Swansea draw as Burnley close gap

Leeds suffered a blow in their bid to win promotion to the Premier League as Swansea snatched a dramatic 2-2 draw at Elland Road on Saturday.

1 mins

Bayern survive St. Pauli scare to stay on course for German title

Sane settled Bayern’s nerves after an uneasy first half, as Vincent Kompany’s side struggled once again against a weaker opposition

3 mins

Rahul rejoins Delhi Capitals squad ahead of SRH clash

NEW DELHI: India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul rejoined the Delhi Capitals squad in Visakhapatnam on Saturday ahead of their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2024 season on Sunday.

1 mins

Patriotic fervour the spur for Ukrainian legend Usyk

Ukraine's boxing icon Oleksandr Usyk told AFP he will stay in the sport \"a little longer\" so he can provide financial support to our army and civilians\" and achieve his sporting goal of once again being undisputed heavyweight world champion.

1 mins

Scheffler ties Houston Open record with 62 to grab second round lead

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler matched the tournament record he already shared with an eight-under par 62 to grab the lead in Friday's darkness-halted second round of the PGA Houston Open.

2 mins

Chapman scores century as NZ beat Pakistan by 73 runs in ODI opener

Mark Chapman continued his dominance over Pakistan with a stunning career-best 130 off 111 balls, propelling New Zealand to a 73-run victory in the first ODI at McLean Park.

2 mins

Palace beat Fulham to reach FA Cup semis

LONDON: Eberechi Eze inspired Crystal Palace to a 3-1 FA Cup quarter-final win at Fulham on Saturday with a goal and an assist in a four-minute period in the first half.

2 mins

Siraj, Krishna star as Gujarat open account with win over MI

Prasidh Krishna showed excellence in picking wickets with slower balls while Mohammed Siraj was proficient in his scrambled seam deliveries as Gujarat Titans got off the mark with a brilliant 36-run win over Mumbai Indians in Match 7 of the IPL 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday.

2 mins

Mensik cherishes Messi handshake ahead of Miami Open final clash with idol Djokovic

MIAMI: Meeting Lionel Messi before the Miami Open semi-finals was just the boost Jakub Mensik needed, as the 19-year-old upset world number four Taylor Fritz on Friday to reach his first Masters 1000 final, where he will face Novak Djokovic.

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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.