The blackout, imposed after the US-Israeli war began in late February, has severely disrupted online commerce, financial transactions, communications and industrial operations across the country.

Iran digital siege triggers layoffs, economic collapse

Internet blackout, sanctions and wartime disruption are crippling firms across sectors

What happens after Trump rejects Iran proposal?

Markets rattle, Gulf tensions rise after Trump calls Iran's response totally unacceptable

Trump gave few details, but his swift rejection suggested the gap between the two sides remains wide.

Flight refund stuck? What UAE travellers can do now

Dubai launches new complaint system as airlines update refund and rebooking rules

A departure board displays multiple canceled and delayed flights at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on March 16, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia. Photo used for illustrative purposes.

Etihad Rail passenger services set to begin in UAE

Multi-channel rollout to engage road users, communities, and future passengers

Passenger service will be introduced in gradual, carefully planned phases

Dh140m bridge approved in Sharjah to ease traffic

Project aimed at cutting travel time by 9 minutes

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah

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Saudi gold prices stay flat as oil, Iran tensions shape bullion market mood

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Eid Al Adha 2026: Sight Dhu Al Hijjah moon on May 17

Eid Al Adha is observed on the 10th day of Dhu Al Hijjah

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi creates historic T20 record

Bowlers celebrate his wicket like a prize as teen star keeps rewriting T20 records

Another record broken by the 15-year old

Kuwait Airways reschedules flights in May

Flights rescheduled amid move from Dammam to Kuwait

The airline said current operations remain partial, with flights running from Terminal 4 for between eight and 10 hours daily.

Mom sells jewellery to hire killer for drug-addict son

UP family allegedly paid Rs 5 lakh to local criminal after years of abuse and violence

Police said the mother sold her jewellery for around Rs 55,000 to arrange an advance payment for the murder. Illustrative image.

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