Saturday, April 11, 2026

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Apple closes in on Samsung’s No. 1 status

Huwawei slips up slightly because of tight US sanctions Tokyo (Bloomberg): While 2019 started off with expectations of Huawei Technologies Inc. challenging Samsung Electronics Co. for the title of world’s most prolific smartphone vendor, it’s the more familiar foe of...

UAE gold shoppers need to wait for next dip

They should wait for the next dip even if it is only a marginal one ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE Sewelo: Louis Vuitton shows off world's second-largest uncut diamond Jean-Paul Gaultier retires from fashion: His iconic creations Want to rent a...

Brexit: Pound stable despite final EU goodbye

But all eyes will be on Bank of England’s Friday meeting and its stance on rates ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE The Link: Dubai's new architectural novelty, with a mega steel structure linking twin towers Want to rent a luxury car...

Dubai port operator DP World suspends staff travel to China

Facebook, LG Electronics and Stan Chart among firms restricting travel for staff to China DUBAI: DP World, one of the world’s largest port operators, has suspended all staff travel to China until further notice due to the coronavirus outbreak there. Companies...

US could approve Boeing 737 MAX before mid-year: source

The plane has been grounded since March following two deadly crashes NEW YORK: US air safety regulators could clear the Boeing 737 MAX to return to service before mid-year, a person close to the process said Friday. Boeing shares rallied following...

Mohammed bin Rashid Solar Park phase 3 operational in April

It has a capacity of 300MW of energy using photovoltaic technology across the solar farms 1 of 8 The 800MW third phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park will be operational in April, the Dubai Electricity and Water...

In Hong Kong, eating out becomes politicised

An app informs users whether an outlet is rated yellow or blue, based on affiliations Hong Kong (Bloomberg): In deciding where to dine out in Hong Kong these days, many local residents are turning to a Yelp-like mobile app: Not...

Lebanon’s pound gets a respite for now

It is vital for new government’s chances to ensure level stays around 2,000 to dollar Beirut: The sharp slide of the Lebanese pound seems to have been arrested for now after a grouping of currency exchange houses set it at...

Delta fined $50,000 for discriminating against Muslim passengers

Department of Transportation said it found Delta "engaged in discriminatory conduct" Washington: Delta Air Lines was Friday fined $50,000 (Dh183,650) by the US Department of Transportation to settle allegations it discriminated against three Muslim passengers who were ordered off their planes. In...

After Months of Calm, Volatility Finally Resurfaces in Stocks

The S&P 500 fell almost 1 percent, its biggest drop in nearly four months On a day rife with reasons for optimism, stock investors absorbed their sharpest blow since October as creeping nervousness around a virus outbreak finally provoked some...

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Gold Rate UAE: Prices Slip in Dubai

Gold prices in Dubai have slipped in early trade. The drop in gold prices has seen 21K gold fall below a key level.

Abu Dhabi News: Filipinos Return Home

A chartered flight from Abu Dhabi has brought home Filipinos. The flight is the 8th of its kind, indicating ongoing efforts to repatriate Filipinos from the UAE.

Dubai Ruler Calls for UAE Flag

Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has called on residents to raise the UAE flag. The call is to raise the flag across homes and buildings.

Abu Dhabi Police Chief Visits Iranian Attack Victims

The Abu Dhabi Police chief has visited those affected by Iranian attacks. The visit aims to provide support to the victims and their families.

Air Arabia Resumes Flights to 49 Destinations

Air Arabia has resumed flights to 49 destinations from the UAE. The airline is increasing its services to cater to growing demand for air travel.