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“I am worried about it. I want talented people to think I’m welcome to stay in London. I want to build a business in London,” said Cameron at the Abu Dhabi Finance Week. “Yes, there are issues about how we tax people, but we’ve also got to make sure all the other things we’ve got … Read more

Dubai: BLACKPINK’s Lisa is in the area and just made history. It has officially confirmed that she’ll join the Host Committee for the Met Gala 2026, making her the first K-pop artist ever to hold this position at one of fashion’s most prestigious events, according to Vogue. The announcement came alongside the reveal of next … Read more

1. Scarlet Afternoon Tea – The Tea Room, Al Jaddaf Rotana A high-tea experience with a glamorous twist, Scarlet Afternoon Tea is all about rich reds, berries, spices, and show-stopping aesthetics. Created in collaboration with fashion brand Nicoli, this spread blends culinary artistry with high-fashion flair. You can enjoy seasonal treats, aromatic teas, and a … Read more

The Secret Dreamworld of a Shopaholic (2000) Wickham became “Sophie Kinsella,” and the world gained Becky Bloomwood — the woman who put the “iconic” in “economically questionable decisions.” Becky is a financial journalist who spends like she’s personally responsible for stimulating the global economy. Her fantasies are legendary — like a kindly stranger magically paying … Read more

The survivor had alleged that she was targeted for professional rivalry and intimidation — a claim that led to the formation of the Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) and forced Malayalam cinema to confront its own entrenched misogyny. The Hema Committee Report, commissioned soon after by the Kerala state government, later confirmed widespread harassment, power … Read more

The great trailer whiplash of December 2025 Fans were convinced Thursday, December 11 was the day. Why? The trailer was rated in Korea. Marvel Studios quietly uploaded a mysterious private video on YouTube. And the fandom collectively decided, “Yup, this is it.” Then entertainment insider Grace Randolph had the insider input. “I just heard that … Read more

Jassim Alshirawi, Secretary General, International Energy Forum (IEF) said:”As the global energy landscape rapidly evolves, one fact is clear across all scenarios: the world will need sianificantlv more energy that is reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon. This places natural gas at the center of the global energy strategy. At Aramco, we are advancing one of the … Read more

Community spirit on display Across multiple sites in Sharjah, around 1,900 volunteers came together for the clean-up. Participants — ranging from families to students and staff from various institutions — wore cotton T-shirts and caps, and worked with biodegradable bags and cotton gloves provided by the organisers. Teams covered a vast 10km stretch of open … Read more

Dubai: Heavy traffic brought several key routes between Sharjah and Dubai to a crawl on Thursday morning, with long delays reported during rush hour, according to real-time Google Maps data. Dubai-bound delays Major Dubai-bound roads saw the worst congestion, especially on Al Taawun Street, Al Ittihad Road (E11), Al Hamriya Port Road (D92) and parts … Read more

Dubai: The future of Para sport has arrived. As the Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games (AYPG) kicked off, teenage girls across multiple disciplines delivered a powerful statement through their performances. The opening day at the Dubai Club for People of Determination Hall was electric. Young women lifters took to the stage with strength, courage, … Read more

1 Elon Musk 54 US Tesla, SpaceX, xAI $483 billion Musk leads with electric vehicles at Tesla, reusable rockets via SpaceX, and AI ventures like xAI, reclaiming the top spot in May 2024 despite recent Tesla dips. 2 Larry Page 52 US Alphabet (Google) $262 billion New No. 2 at $262 billion after Alphabet’s 14% … Read more

For UAE residents still finalising winter break plans, timing decisions over bookings in the next few days will directly affect how much they pay. Here is a 10-day countdown guide: Flights: What to keep in mind when booking On many high-demand routes, Economy-class fares have already risen above off-peak levels. They are likely to continue … Read more

Dubai: A Sharjah-based father of eight, who has been shouldering a Dh1 million home loan, will finally breathe easy after winning $1 million in the Dubai Duty Free (DDF) Millennium Millionaire draw on Wednesday. Ahmed Al Junaibi, 43, won the life-changing amount in Series 526 with ticket number 0193, which he purchased online on November … Read more

Dubai’s rollout stands out Dubai is closing the gap between global ambition and practical execution. Instead of scattered hotel-by-hotel upgrades, the city has introduced one standardised system that every licensed hotel can use. That brings benefits few markets can match: Consistency — every traveller gets the same contactless experience, no matter the hotel brand or … Read more

A 52-year-old Auckland woman found herself getting blown out to sea last Thursday, 4 December, after attempting to take a dinghy to shore from the yacht she’d been staying on without any boating experience.  Waiheke Police Sergeant Raymond Matthews says the yacht was anchored in Oneroa Bay, and the woman apparently had a disagreement with … Read more

Jono Ridler, pictured with co-founder of Live Ocean, Blair Tuke, will be swimming from North Cape to Wellington in order to raise awareness of ocean health. Photo Gareth Cooke / Live Ocean Swimming legend Jono Ridler will begin an unprecedented 1,000-mile (1609km) swim from North Cape to Wellington in January – a world-record breaking endurance … Read more

Irish folk band Donnybrook Fair bring their foot-stomping energy to Ōmiha Memorial Hall on Saturday 13 December. Irish folk band Donnybrook Fair will bring their raucous, foot-stomping energy to the stage at the Ōmiha Memorial Hall on Saturday 13 December. Inspired by the likes of the Pogues and the Dubliners, the band sing songs that … Read more

Traffic was backed up around Little Oneroa last Friday, 5 December, as the Police Serious Crash Unit closed part of Ocean View Road, diverting vehicles over the one-way bridge at Little Oneroa. The officers were conducting a survey of the road as part of the investigation into a Labour Weekend scooter crash that killed 19-year-old … Read more

Ronaldo got subbed at Half-time Jorge Jesus decided to take Ronaldo off at half time, a call that disappointed fans on both sides who wanted him to stay on the pitch. Still, the coach had to manage his minutes ahead of a busy run of fixtures. Al Nassr pushed on without him and regained the … Read more

Aghaddir is a senior news reporter at Gulf News with more than a decade of experience covering the UAE’s most pressing developments. Known for her sharp eye for detail and deep expertise in the country’s legal and security systems, Aghaddir delivers journalism that clarifies complex issues and informs public discourse. While based in Sharjah, she … Read more

He urged India to manage their workload wisely, especially in busy seasons. Afridi suggested that the team could rest the duo against weaker opposition and use those matches to test new talent. “You need to preserve both these stars. When India play against weaker teams, they can give chances to new players and rest Virat … Read more

Abhishek Sharma’s breakout year Abhishek stole the spotlight in both India–Pakistan group games. He smashed 31 off just 13 balls in the first meeting and followed it up with a blazing 74 from 39 deliveries in the next. Although he fell cheaply in the final, his impact had already been felt. His performances created a … Read more

Dubai: An Emirati father of eight and a Belgian expat with two children have become the latest dollar millionaires in Dubai Duty Free’s Millennium Millionaire draw, transforming their lives with life-changing wins announced on Wednesday at Dubai International Airport. Ahmed Al Junaibi, a 43-year-old Emirati national based in Sharjah, won $1 million in Millennium Millionaire … Read more

Aghaddir is a senior news reporter at Gulf News with more than a decade of experience covering the UAE’s most pressing developments. Known for her sharp eye for detail and deep expertise in the country’s legal and security systems, Aghaddir delivers journalism that clarifies complex issues and informs public discourse. While based in Sharjah, she … Read more

Missing luxury cars, deserted mansion Police are also probing discrepancies in the brothers’ vehicle ownership. Until 2020, they reportedly had three cars; before fleeing, they possessed more than four luxury vehicles — all now untraceable. Officials are examining whether the cars were removed in a planned cover-up. Their sprawling, newly built Goa residence — constructed … Read more

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has launched the enhanced version of the Wage Protection System (WPS), in collaboration with the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, Al Etihad Payments the national payment entity under the Central Bank as well as a group of accredited financial institutions through their digital platforms. This … Read more

Dubai: Bestselling British author Sophie Kinsella, the beloved creator of the Shopaholic series, has died at the age of 55 following a private battle with brain cancer, her family announced on Wednesday. Kinsella — whose real name was Madeleine Sophie Wickham — died peacefully on the morning of December 10, surrounded by family. In a … Read more

Jai is a seasoned journalist with more than two decades of experience across India and the UAE, specialising in sports reporting. Throughout his distinguished career, he has had the privilege of covering some of the biggest names and events in sports, including cricket, tennis, Formula 1 and golf. A former first-division cricket league captain himself, … Read more

Enhancing productivity and encouraging positive competition Set to be implemented across the federal government in January 2026, the “Injazati” system aims to align employees’ key targets with performance expectations related to institutional initiatives and strategic and operational objectives. It seeks to boost productivity by fostering a flexible work environment that promotes positive competition and strengthens … Read more