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Dubai sets stage for AI’s 70-year spotlight

Dubai will host a groundbreaking global event next year to shape the future of artificial intelligence over the next 70 years.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan unveils Dubai AI Academy

Dubai is stepping up its AI ambitions with the launch of the Dubai AI Academy, which aims to train 10,000 professionals in AI leadership and application.
Sheikh Mohammed thanks UAE team for 'sharing our story with the world'

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has thanked the UAE delegation at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai for "sharing our story with the world".
UAE champions women’s empowerment at BRICS ministerial meeting

The UAE has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment on the global stage, taking part in the BRICS Women’s Affairs Ministerial Meeting in Brazil.
UAE’s new AI Academy to shape tech leaders

The UAE is shaping the next generation of leaders in artificial intelligence with the launch of The AI Academy.
UAE National Guard rescues 10 sailors after ship catches fire

The UAE National Guard Command rescued 10 crew members of a commercial ship which caught fire while at sea.
UN expert commends UAE's commitment to child protection

UN Special Rapporteur Mama Fatima Singhateh has commended the UAE government for its strong child protection laws and efforts to prevent exploitation.
Dubai sends more medical aid shipment to support Gaza

Dubai has launched another major humanitarian airlift to support emergency efforts in Gaza.

Business News

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.
Saudi Arabia, India agree to boost cooperation in energy and defence

Saudi Arabia and India agreed to boost cooperation in supplies of crude and liquefied petroleum gas, according to a joint statement reported by the Saudi state news agency on Wednesday following a visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Musk, facing criticism and falling Tesla sales, to cut back DOGE work

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he would cut back significantly the time he devotes to the Trump administration from next month and spend more time running his many companies.

Sports News

French football icon Patrice Evra gears up for MMA debut

Former footballer Patrice Evra will make his Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) debut in May, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) said on Friday, and the Frenchman has already suggested old foe Luis Suarez would be his dream opponent.
Atletico cruise to 3-0 home win over Rayo Vallecano

Goals from Alexander Sorloth, Conor Gallagher and Julian Alvarez powered Atletico Madrid to a 3-0 home win over city rivals Rayo Vallecano on Thursday, strengthening their grip on third place in LaLiga.
NBA stars set to light up Abu Dhabi this October

There is big news for basketball fans as the NBA is returning to Abu Dhabi this October.
Palace's Mateta denies Arsenal win to leave Liverpool on brink of title

Arsenal kept Liverpool's Premier League title-winning champagne on ice, but only just, as they were twice pegged back at home by Crystal Palace with Jean-Philippe Mateta scoring a superb equaliser in a 2-2 draw on Wednesday.

International News

Indian army chief to visit Kashmir in aftermath of Pahalgam attack

India's army chief, General Upendra Dwivedi, will review the ongoing security situation in the state of Jammu and Kashmir following the deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam.
Trump tells Putin to 'stop' after Russian attack kills 12 in Kyiv

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles and drones, killing at least 12 people, in the biggest attack on the Ukrainian capital this year and drawing a rare rebuke from US President Donald Trump, who told Vladimir Putin to "stop".
Pakistan closes air space for Indian airlines

Pakistan closed its air space for Indian airlines and rejected New Delhi's suspension of a critical water sharing treaty in retaliation for India's response to a militant attack on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir.
India will pursue perpetrators of Kashmir attack to 'ends of earth', Modi says

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday to pursue, track and punish the gunmen and their backers in a strong reaction to a deadly attack on tourists in Kashmir.

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.