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No clear winner: Iraq’s election sparks prolonged negotiations

Baghdad: Political factions in Iraq have been maneuvering since the parliamentary election more than a month ago to form alliances that will shape the next government. The November election didn’t produce a…
Israel kills 5 Palestinians in Gaza, violates ceasefire again

Israel military fired across the ceasefire line in the northern Gaza Strip on Friday, December 19, killing five Palestinians, violating the US-brokered ceasefire again, news reports said. “The deaths occurred in the…

Indian expat wins BMW bike in Dubai Duty Free draw

An Indian expat in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) won a BMW bike in the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Draw, even as the 38-year-old plans to sell it. Palani Andavar Ayyanar,…
UEFA fines Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv football club over fans’ racist chants

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has imposed a €20,000 fine on Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv and prohibited the club’s fans from attending the next away match, after the…
Iran executes man accused of espionage for Israel

Tehran: Iran executed on Saturday a man convicted of spying for the Israeli intelligence and army, state media reported. State TV identified the executed man as Aghil Keshavarz, saying he had “close…
Israel bombs wedding in Gaza amid ceasefire talks in US

The Israeli military bombed a wedding in Gaza as Friday, December 19 as mediators held ceasefire talks in the United States. The attack happened on a shelter in Gaza City. Six people…
Dubai thunderstorms aftermath sees airports, Global Village reopen

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates experienced severe thunderstorms and unstable weather conditions, resulting in flooding in various parts of the city, prompting flight cancellations. The harsh conditions also led to the death…

Palestinians still face starvation, say experts

Tel Aviv: The spread of famine has been averted in the Gaza Strip, but the situation remains critical with the entire Palestinian territory still facing starvation, the world’s leading authority on food…
UAE sets new age cut-off for admissions in schools

Hyderabad: The UAE has announced a new official age cut-off for admissions in schools. It is applicable for kindergarten and Grade 1 admissions. It will come into effect from the academic year…
Saudi Arabia, India sign agreement on short-stay visa exemption

Saudi Arabia and India have signed an agreement for mutual exemption of short stay visas for those who hold diplomatic, special, and official passports of both counties. According to a report by…
Indian nurse wins Rs 24 lakh in UAE’s Big Ticket draw

An Indian nurse living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) won Rs 24 lakh the Big Ticket draw after five years of trying her luck. The nurse, Tintu Jesmon, 40, is a…
Indian expat honoured by UAE President

Sheikh Shakil, an Indian expat in the UAE, has received the Indian Expat Recognition from President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Shakil has been recognised for his contributions to the Life…
Strict mandatory health guidelines issued for Haj 2026

Hyderabad: The Ministry of Haj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, released new guidelines for Haj 2026, introducing strict medical clearance requirements for those intending to perform the pilgrimage. The rules were…
UAE behind the USD 2.3 bn arms deal with Israel: Report

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is likely the “mystery” client behind the USD 2.3 billion deal with Israeli military technology company Elbit Systems, according to a French report, with Israeli media also…
131 vacancies in Emirates Airlines: Know eligibility and salary

Emirates, the world’s largest airline, is expanding its fleet by adding several aircraft in the coming years, with chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum announcing 131 vacancies for various posts. According…