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As Dubai churches stay closed, expats attend online Easter mass, visit Sharjah, RAK
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.]This year, Dubai residents celebrated Easter by attending services online or traveling to neighbouring emirates, after churches in the city remained closed during the important Christian holiday.Since Friday, April 3, churches in Dubai have suspended all worship services and masses until further notice. This move came amid heightened precautionary measures in the UAE because of...
Video: Dubai endures, says viral video
Dubai has always been on top of things – whether it’s a global pandemic, a move from fossil to more eco-friendly energy or keeping its citizens and residents safe in the face of an aggressor.Dubai Media Office today (April 5) dropped a video calling for rational thinking in the face of facts – every time there has been a crisis not only has Dubai showed up for its residents, it has gone over and beyond to help them thrive.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply ...
استانداری خوزستان: فرودگاه سلیمانی اهواز هدف قرار گرفت
معاون امنیتی انتظامی استانداری خوزستان خبر داد «فرودگاه بین المللی شهید سلیمانی اهواز» عصر یکشنبه هدف حمله قرار گرفته است. رسانههای ایران اعلام کردند که تاکنون هیچ گونه تلفات جانی و مجروحیت از این حادثه گزارش نشده است.
‘Breaking Barriers’: Jalid Sehouli Becomes First Arab-Muslim President of ESGO
Agadir – Khalid Sehouli, known as Jalid Sehouli, has been appointed president of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) on February 27, becoming the first Moroccan, Arab, and Muslim to hold this position in one of Europe’s leading organizations in gynecological oncology. “I see it as a clear mandate: to connect continents and to contribute to improving women’s healthcare globally. It is a responsibility to open doors, to build bridges, and to bring different realities of ca...
UK weather maps show 27 counties in heat surge as Met Office predicts 24C – list
UK weather maps show 27 counties in heat surge as Met Office predicts 24C – listAs many as 27 counties across the UK could see temperatures rise above 20C on Wednesday - it comes Met Office weather forecasters predict the mercury will hit 24CCommentsNewsEthan Blackshaw Deputy Publishing Lead14:25, 05 Apr 2026Updated 14:26, 05 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesTemperatures are expected to rise to 24C next week (stock)(Image: Getty Images)Advanced weather modelling maps show 27 UK counties will see temperature...
Scowling Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor looks a world away from Royal life walking his dogs in wasteland - the day before King and Queen make Easter church visit with family
Scowling Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor looks a world away from Royal life walking his dogs in wasteland - the day before King and Queen make Easter church visit with familyDo YOU have a story? Email freya.barnes@dailymail.co.uk By FREYA BARNES, NEWS REPORTER Published: 14:09, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 14:09, 5 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Exclusive: Trump reacts to ‘Easter Miracle’ rescue of downed U.S. airman
In a text message to Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker, President Trump reacts to U.S. forces safely rescuing the second F-15E crew member of a two-seat fighter jet that went down over Iran on Friday.
Experts: Nairobi floods expose the high cost of poor urban planning
Kenya is once again grappling with the devastating effects of seasonal rains, and this time the capital city, Nairobi, is bearing the brunt. The month of March witnessed a series of unprecedented deluges, which caught the city’s nearly five million residents off guard and swept through homes, businesses, and informal settlements. At least 112 people lost their lives, and the floods left a trail of destruction, reigniting urgent questions about urban planning.On the evening of March 7, a few Nair...
Deaths from Afghanistan floods up to 99, new national warnings issued
The death toll from heavy rainfall-triggered flooding across Afghanistan has risen to at least 99, with 154 others injured over the past nine days, a spokesman for the National Disaster Management Authority said on Sunday.
Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope both give their first Easter messages with same plea
Archbishop of Canterbury and Pope both give their first Easter messages with same pleaArchbishop of Canterbury and Pope both make Easter plea for peace in Middle East.NewsAndy Lines14:01, 05 Apr 2026Updated 14:02, 05 Apr 2026View 6 ImagesThe Archbishop of Canterbury Dame Sarah Mullally delivers her Easter sermon(Image: PA)The Archbishop of Canterbury and the Pope both gave their first Easter messages today and both called for peace. Dame Sara Mullally told her congregation at Canterbury Cathedra...
Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House
No injuries reported and no suspect found after a search of park and surrounding area, agency saysThe US Secret Service said on Sunday it was investigating reports of overnight gunfire near Lafayette Park, which is across the street from the White House.No injuries were reported and no suspect was found after a search of the park and the surrounding area after midnight, the agency said in an online post. Continue reading...
Row breaks out in UK 'second homes playground' over 'abandoned' house blighting area
Row breaks out in UK 'second homes playground' over 'abandoned' house blighting areaLocals in picturesque seaside town Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk say the 'abandoned' home extension is blighting the idyllic town - as one resident described the site an 'eyesore'CommentsNewsBenedict Tetzlaff-Deas News Reporter and Chris Bishop13:50, 05 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesAn 'abandoned' home extension is causing a stir in a picturesque seaside town(Image: Newsques...
Storm Dave: Homes without power as transport disruption continues
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World Cup tickets ‘simply unaffordable’ for too many Scotland fans, Swinney says
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US Airman evading $60,000 Iranian bounty on his head hid in mountains until rescuers arrived
US Airman evading $60,000 Iranian bounty on his head hid in mountains until rescuers arrivedBy MATT STRUDWICK, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 13:40, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 13:41, 5 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Four feared dead after horror avalanche traps skiers in Greenland as major rescue operation launched
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Three fires controlled at Abu Dhabi’s Borouge plant after air defence debris
Authorities in Abu Dhabi confirmed that three fires broke out at the Borouge Petrochemicals plant after debris fell following a successful air defense interception. Emergency response teams acted swiftly to contain the situation.No injuries were reported. Damage to the site has occurred, and an assessment is currently underway.The public is urged to rely only on official sources and avoid spreading unverified information.
Why cops mistakenly put two bullets into unarmed relative of a homeowner who called them to report a burglary
Why cops mistakenly put two bullets into unarmed relative of a homeowner who called them to report a burglaryPolice shot a man in Goodwood, HobartOfficers believed he was armed with a gunAn initial investigation found he wasn'tREAD MORE: Man dies after shooting in Sydney By ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA and FARID FARID FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 13:24, 5 April 2026 | Updated: 13:24, 5 April 2026 e-mail
Fire at military school in southeast Moscow localized
According to updated information, the fire spread on an area of 300 square meters
Signal fault disrupts Hong Kong MTR’s Airport Express, Tung Chung line services
Hong Kong’s MTR Corporation has extended the time needed for its in-town check-in service to 120 minutes from 90 minutes after a signal equipment malfunction disrupted travel on the Airport Express and Tung Chung lines The rail operator said on Sunday at 7.10pm that a signalling fault near a depot at Siu Ho Wan on Lantau Island disrupted MTR train services on both lines and delayed travel times by about eight to 10 minutes. Engineers were working to resolve the issue, it said. The firm said...