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Burjeel Holdings launches ‘Burjeel NextGen Leaders’ program at Make it in the Emirates to nurture future healthcare talent

Burjeel Holdings launches NextGen Leaders programmeGULF NEWS REPORT

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Standing alone in plain clothes at a bus stop in Dilsukhnagar shortly after midnight on May 2, the senior IPS officer B. Sumathi was approached repeatedly by men within minutes.

Hyderabad top woman cop harassed in undercover stingALEX ABRAHAM

A handout picture released by the Marine Nationale (French Navy) on May 6, 2026 shows the flight deck of the French Navy's flagship aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle transiting the Suez Canal en route to the southern Red Sea to pre-position for a possible mission to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's war response to US being sent via Pakistan BALARAM MENON

Record in-country value spending fuels industrial growth and healthcare resilience.

PureHealth’s Dh6.33b spending boost powers UAE growthABDULLA RASHEED

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Eid Al Adha: Will UAE residents get a six-day break?ZAINAB HUSAIN

President Donald Trump with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine as Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth watches in the Oval Office of the White House. Trump struck an optimistic tone on Wednesday, saying the US and Iran had held “good talks over the last 24 hours” and suggesting a deal could emerge soon.

Endless proposals: Why Trump can’t end war he startedSTEPHEN N R

CFI expands into Colombia and appoints Simon Knudson as CEO

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CFI launches operations in Colombia REACH BY GULF NEWS

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Modi to address major Art of Living global gatheringBALARAM MENON

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte.

Impeachment vs Sara Duterte has enough votes: CoalitionJAY HILOTIN

Priyanka Chopra’s Hollywood thriller Reset drops her into wilderness with Orlando Bloom and no context

Priyanka Chopra’s Reset strands her in the wild LAKSHANA N PALAT

New development positioned as key boost for tourism and investment.

TRAVEL & TOURISM

Sharjah Ruler inaugurates Dh700m Khor Fakkan ResortAGHADDIR ALI

Mexico's domestic-based players have been issued a stern warming from the Mexican Football Federation

Mexico issues World Cup warning to playersROBERT ILSLEY

Nora Fatehi tells Rakesh Bedi: You’re killing it, your dance is very good

Nora Fatehi apologises before NCW over ‘Sarke Chunar’ MANJUSHA RADHAKRISHNAN

An Apache attack helicopter fires a "Hellfire" missile. On Monday, the US military said it destroyed six small boats in Hormuz area and intercepted Iranian cruise missiles and drones as Tehran sought to impose its toll system over the strait.

Israel 'not happy' with US-Iran peace push: reportJAY HILOTIN

ROX bets on Abu Dhabi to build its global SUV business

ROX bets on Abu Dhabi to build its global SUV businessNIVETHA DAYANAND

DP World launches cargo war risk insurance for Middle East trade routes

DP World launches Middle East cargo war insuranceJUSTIN VARGHESE

Punjab Kings' Shashank Singh drops a catch during the Indian Premier League 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

IPL 2026: Will 16 dropped catches haunt Punjab?JAYDIP SENGUPTA

This photograph shows airplanes of Dutch airline KLM on the tarmac at Amsterdam Schiphol airport on January 7, 2026.

KLM flight attendant tested for hantavirusAFP

Saudi Food and Drug Authority limits controlled medicine supply for pilgrims to 30 days.

Saudi Arabia sets rules on pilgrim medicinesKHITAM AL AMIR

Influencers and users see sudden drops as Instagram removes bots and inactive accounts.

Instagram removes fake followers across the platformSAARANGI AJI

Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, President of the Arab Parliament

Arab Parliament condemns Iran’s statements against UAEWAM

Companies failing to meet targets could face penalties and downgrades.

UAE firms face fines if Emiratisation goals are missedABDULLA RASHEED

Summer in the UAE has begun

How to stay safe in UAE summer heatAREEBA HASHMI

Trust Gulf News’ Best Buys codes for exclusive deals in the UAE

Trust Gulf News’ Best Buys codes for exclusive dealsLATEEFA ALHAMMADI

Clockwise from left: Halayang ube, ube macapuno cake, and ube halo-halo bravo

How ube finds home in UAE kitchensTRICIA GAJITOS

Simon Harmer has stirred a new debate

South African spinner says BCCI controls ICCSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Finanshels offers free corporate tax filing for businesses under Dh1 Million

Finanshels offers free tax filing under Dh1 MillionGN FOCUS REPORT

The sun is seen behind a crude oil pump jack in the Permian Basin in Loving County, Texas, US. File photo taken on November 22, 2019.

Oil price slides 2%+ as traders price in de-escalationJAY HILOTIN

Still from the Season 2 of Beef on Netflix

9 things to watch in UAE cinemas & OTT this weekendSAARANGI AJI

UAE gratuity explained: How end of service benefits pay is calculated, when employers must pay it, and what workers can do if payments are delayed or disputed.

Can a salary cut can affect your UAE gratuity?ZAINAB HUSAIN

UAE to build chiplet facility for defence, AI and aerospace systems

UAE to set up chiplet design facilityNIVETHA DAYANAND

The Corrs live in Abu Dhabi 2026: Pre-sale, tickets, everything you need to know

The Corrs live in Abu Dhabi 2026: Tickets, venueLAKSHANA N PALAT

The Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment has launched the Proud of UAE campaign.

Proud of UAE sale: Best mall discounts and offersAREEBA HASHMI

Humaid Air Bridge concludes after delivering 600 tonnes of humanitarian supplies.

UAE sends final Humaid Air Bridge aid shipment to GazaWAM

UAE launches ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’ platform to advance industrial growth

UAE launches ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’ platform JUSTIN VARGHESE

IHC profit nearly doubles to Dh8.2 billion in first quarter

IHC profit nearly doubles in Q1 2026NIVETHA DAYANAND

UAE weather experts explain the country’s extreme summer heat

UAE summer heat explained: Why it gets so hot and humidHUDA ATA

The team at Gerbou reflects on family recipes, Emirati dishes and Dubai’s changing food scene.

From machboos to biryani: Behind the scenes at GerbouSAARANGI AJI

Dubai continue their form in Bosnia

Dubai Basketball win big in Game 1 of quarter-finals ROBERT ILSLEY

Dubai gold prices rise again after a Dh21 jump this week

Dubai gold prices rise again todayNIVETHA DAYANAND

Based on T.S. Eliot’s poetry, Cats invites you to the Jellicle Ball, a whimsical midnight scrapheap gathering

Cats the Musical in Abu Dhabi 2027: Dates, ticketsLAKSHANA N PALAT

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, in Abu Dhabi.

Qatar PM meets UAE President, reaffirms solidarityWAM

The Group’s total workforce grew by 8 per cent to 130,919 employees

Emirates Group employees to receive 20-week bonusDHANUSHA GOKULAN

UAE students achieve record CBSE class 10 results with Unique World Education in 2026

UAE students achieve record CBSE class 10 results GN FOCUS REPORT

Nasos marks over $150M in client revenue activity through AI-driven growth infrastructure

Nasos marks over $150M in client revenue activityGULF NEWS

A good coffee machine powers conversations, early-morning guests, and those 'just one more cup' moments that stretch long after the celebrations.

HOME AND KITCHEN

5 best coffee machines for Eid gifting, under Dh500LAKSHANA N PALAT

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group.

How Emirates is planning for aviation uncertaintyDHANUSHA GOKULAN

HONOR 600 Series is now available in stores

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HONOR 600 Series is now available in stores REACH BY GULF NEWS

Since its IPO, Parkin has put together a succession of strong quarterly numbers. It's all getting reflected in the company's stock price.

Dubai drivers get more parking spaces in these areasNIVETHA DAYANAND

Alexandra Eala overcomes Magdalena Frech in the opening round of the Italian Open

Eala climbs up WTA rankings after Italian Open win ROBERT ILSLEY

UAE’s first world-scale methanol plant secures $2 billion financing

UAE’s first major methanol plant gets $2b boostNIVETHA DAYANAND

"Our ambition to be the best in the world, and to be of service to the world, is unchanged," says Sheikh Ahmed.

Emirates retains most profitable airline title DHANUSHA GOKULAN

Ranbir Kapoor with actress and mother Neetu Kapoor

Neetu Kapoor recalls emotional moments with RanbirMANJUSHA RADHAKRISHNAN

iPhone 18 Pro rumours suggest even better battery life than the iPhone 17 Pro, enhanced efficiency and iOS optimisation and better real-world endurance.
If these rumours are true, one of 2025’s most beloved features could receive a significant upgrade.

iPhone 18 Pro leaks reveal 5 major camera upgradesLAKSHANA N PALAT

Robert Downey Jr. expressed hope that younger audiences would choose more traditional paths of creation and self-development.

Robert Downey Jr dismisses influencer fame LAKSHANA N PALAT

Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

SAVING AND INVESTMENT

Dirham stronger vs INR, PKR, PHP. Remit now?NIVETHA DAYANAND

Disney, James Cameron sued over Avatar likeness claimLAKSHANA N PALAT

Indian ProAm duo defy war jitters to dance their way to Britannia Cup Podium

How Indian ProAm duo reached Britannia Cup PodiumFRIDAY

The focus is shifting away from passive video consumption and towards something far more difficult to achieve online, genuine participation.

What makes online learning click for students in UAE?LAKSHANA N PALAT

Handout picture released by Mexico's presidency press office showing Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum with South Korea's K-pop band BTS at the Palacio Nacional in Mexico City on May 6, 2026.

BTS receive royal welcome in Mexico, greet 50k fansLAKSHANA N PALAT

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al Budaiwi

GCC condemns Iran’s ‘false allegations’ against UAEABDULLA RASHEED

Here are things to do this weekend

Things to do in Dubai this weekend: May 9-10AREEBA HASHMI

French aircraft carrier Charles-de-Gaulle

China presses Iran on Hormuz reopeningSURABHI VASUNDHARADEVI

SpaceX has acquired xAI to launch space‑based AI data centres:.

Musk's SpaceX strikes data center deal with AnthropicAFP

No broadcasting rights in India or China

India, China still have no World Cup broadcast rightsSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

US District Judge Amit Mehta, in a landmark ruling aimed at restoring competition in the search engine market, ordered tech giant Google to end exclusive deals that make Google the default search engine on phones and other devices. However, he refrained from ordering Google to sell off Chrome, currently the world's most popular browser.

Chilean TV stations sue Google in anti-trust caseAFP

Strong winds and dust conditions expected over the weekend.

UAE weather: Dust, strong winds expected over weekendKHITAM AL AMIR

Saudi police man verifies ID documents and Hajj permits at a checkpoint.

Pilgrims urged to obtain official Hajj permitsKHITAM AL AMIR

Santos' forward #10 Neymar celebrates scoring the opening goal during the Copa Sudamericana group stage football match between Paraguay's Deportivo Recoleta and Brazil's Santos at the Rio Parapiti stadium in Pedro Juan Caballero, Paraguay, on May 5, 2026.

Why Neymar slapped Robinho’s son during Santos trainingSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (left) with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi (Photo/ChineseMoFA)

Chinese FM calls for 'immediate, full ceasefire'ANI

US President Donald Trump (L) and China's President Xi Jinping shake hands as they leave after their talks at the Gimhae Air Base, located next to the Gimhae International Airport in Busan on October 30, 2025.

Trump-Xi summit: Stability over breakthrough?SARA ALI ALNEYADI

This handout picture released by Argentina's Health Ministry shows a scientist from the Malbran Institute handling containers used to diagnose the Andes hantavirus, which contain RNA from the Andes virus as part of the detection process, in Buenos Aires on May 6, 2026.

Pair back in UK from virus ship told to 'self-isolate'AFP

This photograph shows a view of a convoy of ambulances allegedly carrying at least one of the passengers from the cruise ship MV Hondius believed to be infected with hantavirus escorted by Dutch police on motorcycles as it arrives near Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) in Leiden on May 6, 2026.

Hantavirus: 'They didn't take it seriously enough'AFP

UAE travellers are rushing to South Asian vacation spots like Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Sri Lanka for the upcoming Eid Al Adha holidays amid the ongoing difficulties getting Schengen visa appointments, skyrocketing airfares, and airport disruptions at European and UK destinations.

TRAVEL & TOURISM

Eid Al Adha: UAE travellers to see summer airfares soarJUSTIN VARGHESE

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump.

What we know: '14-point' proposal to end US-Iran warJAY HILOTIN

How is Dubai protecting investors, supply chains and businesses during conflict

Revealed: Dubai’s strategy to protect investors, firmsNIVETHA DAYANAND

Traders at the New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street.

US stocks hit new records on hopes for US-Iran dealAFP

Al Ain defeat Sharjah, clinch ADNOC Pro League title

Al Ain defeat Sharjah, clinch ADNOC Pro League titleWAM

The export of rare-earth technologies has become the new object of big-power relations. In the US, bringing a new mine online, including development and planning, can take an average of 29 years, making it one of the longest lead times globally.

Rare earth push stalls: US permitting 'self-defeating'JAY HILOTIN

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei.

'Peace framework': Iran weighs new US proposalJAY HILOTIN

Bank of Sharjah delivers record performance with net profit of Dh151 million

BANKING & INSURANCE

Bank of Sharjah delivers record Dh151million net profitWAM

Rulers of Emirates condole with Emir of Kuwait on passing of Sheikh Abdullah Mohammed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

Rulers of Emirates condole with Emir of KuwaitWAM

CDA hosts Bishop Paolo Martinelli, underscores Dubai’s model of coexistence, community safety

CDA hosts Bishop Paolo MartinelliWAM

Ted Turner, Chairman of Turner Enterprises and the UN Foundation, listens to a question during a news conference. File photo taken on April 1, 2008 at the United Nations in New York.

Inside the life and times of CNN founder Ted TurnerAFP

In a world of outages and AI threats, passwords are no longer enough

Passwords are no longer enough with outages, AI threatsBILAL BAIG

UAE Lottery show host Chadi Khalaf during Lucky Day Draw No. 260506

Dh30m UAE Lottery: Did your numbers match?TRICIA GAJITOS

UAE condemns Iran's hostile remarks, rejects threats to sovereignty

UAE condemns Iran's hostile statementsKHITAM AL AMIR

Crescent moon of Dhu Al Hijjah is forecast to be born on Sunday, May 17.

Eid Al Adha 2026 dates revealed KHITAM AL AMIR

UAE leadership offers condolences to Kuwait on passing of Sheikh Abdullah

UAE leaders send condolences to Emir of KuwaitWAM

Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor: Stored materials ignition caused Dubai fire

Stored materials ignition caused Dubai fireAGHADDIR ALI

Trump appears to be shifting from military pressure to phased diplomacy with Tehran.

Has Trump blinked? US edges towards Iran’s termsSTEPHEN N R

GDRFA Dubai becomes the first globally to achieve a 7-star innovation rating.

Dubai’s GDRFA sets global innovation milestoneAGHADDIR ALI

Police personnel guard the road leading towards the residence of West Bengal Chief Minister and All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) party chairperson Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata on May 5, 2026 after her party lost the recently concluded state legislative assembly elections.

Mamata refuses to quit as BJP prepares Bengal takeoverALEX ABRAHAM

A still from 'We stand as one'

UAE, a nation immortalized by achievementsALI AL HAMMADI

This 1994 handout photo from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) obtained on May 6, 2026, shows a photograph taken through a microscope of a liver tissue specimen that was extracted from a hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) patient.

Hantavirus: Contact tracing amid Andes strain outbreakJAY HILOTIN

Tamil Nadu Congress leaders meet Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay at the TVK Headquarters, in Chennai on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

Vijay still short of numbers despite Congress backingALEX ABRAHAM

Presidents of UAE and Ghana discuss strengthening cooperation

Presidents of UAE and Ghana discuss strengthening tiesWAM

Ring expands its smart home portfolio in the UAE

Ring expands smart home portfolio in UAEGN FOCUS

SB Girls Dubai concert tickets to drop on May 8

SB Girls Dubai tickets to go live: Here’s when to bookTRICIA GAJITOS

CNN founder and Ted Turner

CNN founder Ted Turner diesAFP

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