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UAE condemns deadly attack at Filipino festival in Vancouver

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned a car-ramming attack that occurred during a Filipino community festival in Vancouver, Canada, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
UAE pavilion welcomes 250,000th visitor at Expo 2025 Osaka

The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka welcomed its 250,000th visitor today, just over two weeks after officially opening its doors.
Fire at Al Wahda mall contained, no injuries reported

Teams from Abu Dhabi Police and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority successfully brought under control a fire that broke out on Sunday afternoon at Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi.
Arabian Travel Market in Dubai opens it doors on Monday

The 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will open on Monday 28th April at Dubai World Trade Centre, welcoming more than 2,800 exhibitors and over 55,000 travel professionals from 166 countries.
UAE leaders congratulate President of South Africa on Independence Day

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince attends funeral of Pope Francis

Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed has attended the funeral of Pope Francis.
New bridge eases access to DIP, supports UAE rail network

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, in partnership with Etihad Rail, has opened a 1.8 km-long flyover to improve traffic flow on Al Yalayis Street and around Dubai Investments Park (DIP).
Emergency response drill scheduled at Dubai Metro station

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will be carrying out a planned emergency drill at the Gold Souq Metro Station on Sunday, April 27, between 1:00 AM and 5:00 AM.

Business News

Dubai World Trade Centre generated AED 22.35 billion in 2024

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, has announced that the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) generated an economic output exceeding AED 22.35 billion in 2024.
OpenAI unveils slimmed-down ChatGPT deep research tool

OpenAI has announced the launch of a new version of its advanced tool 'Deep Research' integrated into ChatGPT, maintaining a high level of quality while introducing enhanced accessibility across user tiers.
Japan compiles emergency economic package to ease tariff pain

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday said the government has compiled an emergency economic package to alleviate any impact on industries and households from new US import tariffs.
Bangladesh, World Bank sign $850 million deal to boost jobs, trade

Bangladesh and the World Bank have signed two financing agreements worth $850 million to strengthen the South Asian country's trade capacity, create jobs and modernise its social protection system.

Sports News

Liverpool Premiere League champions after 5-1 win over Tottenham

Liverpool snatched the Premier League title on Sunday with a 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield.
Assefa dominates to claim victory at London marathon

Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa shattered the women's-only world record in winning the 45th London Marathon on Sunday, while Kenyan Sebastian Sawe made a brilliant tactical decision to demolish a stacked men's field en route to victory.
Chris Eubank Jr in hospital after beating Benn on points

Chris Eubank Jr was taken to hospital for precautionary checks after beating fellow Briton Conor Benn on a unanimous points decision in their thrilling middleweight grudge match on Saturday.
Chelsea beat Everton to reignite Champions League hopes

Chelsea climbed back into contention for next season's Champions League with a 1-0 home win over Everton in the Premier League on Saturday thanks to a fine first-half strike by Nicolas Jackson.

International News

Qatari PM: Ceasefire talks on Gaza show signs of progress

Qatar's prime minister said on Sunday that efforts to reach a new ceasefire in Gaza have made some progress but an agreement between Israel and Hamas to end the war remains elusive.
More than 700 injured in Iran's explosion

A huge blast most likely caused by the explosion of chemical materials killed at least 18 people and injured more than 700 on Saturday at Iran's biggest port, Bandar Abbas, Iranian state media reported.
UN warns funding cuts threaten vital aid

The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) have sounded the alarm over severe funding shortfalls that are hindering life-saving humanitarian aid in countries including Nigeria, Burundi, and Colombia.
Multiple dead in Vancouver after vehicle plows into street festival

A number of people were killed and multiple others were injured in Vancouver after a vehicle drove into a crowd at a Filipino street festival in the western Canadian city, police said on Saturday.

Entertainment News

Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone lead American Music Awards nominations

Rapper Kendrick Lamar has earned a leading 10 nominations for the American Music Awards, including nods for artist of the year and song of the year for his Grammy-winning track "Not Like Us".
Sharjah Children's Reading Festival brings new chapter of surprises

From a Sherlock Holmes-themed mystery zone to an interactive museum on dinosaur exploration, this year's Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival promises an interesting range of activities for the young minds.
Metallica to perform at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Metallica will take to the stage for the After-Race Concerts at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday, December 6.
Hatta's 'largest' art installation focuses on reflection

Hatta's rugged terrain is home to the "largest site-specific public art installation in Dubai", highlighting the cultural, historical and environmental richness of the natural landscape.
Global Village welcomes music sensation Atif Aslam

Global Village, the UAE’s leading multicultural family destination, is set to host music sensation Atif Aslam for a live concert on Sunday, April 27.