Monday, May 4, 2026

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Former US hostage accuses Qatari bank of funding field hospitals for terrorists

Matthew Schrier, kidnapped and tortured in Syria, accuses Qatar Islamic Bank of bankrolling charities which financed Al Qaeda A former US hostage is suing a Qatari bank for allegedly funding terrorism and helping to bankroll Al Qaeda field hospitals where...

Nobel Peace Prize winner World Food Programme: Chief David Beasley’s videos from the famine frontline

Organisation’s hands-on chief reveals scale of world hunger problem in series of tweets The World Food Programme (WFP) has won the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize. The United Nations organisation, the 101st winner of the prestigious award, was praised for its efforts...

Dubai Police seize hundreds of bikes in one-week campaign on reckless riders

Police said offences range from failing to wear helmets to riding against the flow of traffic Police in Dubai seized hundreds of bikes in a one-week campaign on reckless riders caught flouting traffic laws. Officers from Al Rafaa Police Station confiscated...

Arab Youth Survey 2020: Young people plan exodus amid dismay at region’s corruption and economic failure

Study finds close to half of region's 18-24-year-olds have considered, or are trying, to leave their home country Nearly half of young Arabs have considered leaving their home country because of their dismay over corruption, poor leadership and widespread economic...

Arab Youth Survey 2020: UAE most desirable country for ninth year

The Emirates was top ranked for its stability and well paying jobs The UAE has been named as the most desirable country for young Arabs to live in for a ninth year. A feeling of safety and security and the promise...

Sheikh Mohammed: Museum of the Future blends Arab authenticity with our global ambitions

Dubai's Ruler visits landmark that will help make the area a driver for sustainability and development Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, attended a ceremony to mark the start of the final phase of construction of the Museum...

Coronavirus: Window seat passengers at more risk of contracting Covid-19 on flights, study finds

The findings come from a detailed analysis of a flight in which several passengers contracted the virus Airline passengers are more at risk of catching the coronavirus if they sit in a window seat, a new study has found, contradicting...

Coronavirus: UAE reports 932 new Covid-19 cases and 1,287 recoveries

Three people died from complications related to the virus, raising the death toll to 429 The UAE reported 932 new cases of Covid-19 on Monday, after conducting an additional 87,669 tests. The new cases brought the country's total to 99,733 since...

UAE restarts issuing employment permits for overseas workers in government departments and vital sectors

Housemaids looking to travel to the UAE will also be given work permits The UAE has restarted issuing work permits to employees who have been hired abroad to work in government and semi-government departments and agencies. Those looking to join the...

Dubai Safari Park reopens to visitors after two-year closure

Guests can see African elephants or go on a tour with an animal keeper A new and improved Dubai Safari reopened its doors on Monday to welcome visitors to learn about rare and endangered species from around the world. The park...

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Gold rates today (April 21, 2026): Check prices of 24K, 22K, and 18K gold in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Kuwait City, Doha, Muscat –...

The gold rates in the UAE can be checked today, 21 April 2026. And that's crucial for buyers and...

Saudi Gold Price Today

Gold rates are available for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, and other cities. The latest gold prices can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold.

Gold Rates in Kuwait and UAE

Gold rates are being checked today in various cities. The Economic Times provides updates on gold prices.

Today Gold Rate in Dubai

Gold rates today can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold. The prices of gold in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are available.

Gold Prices Ease in Dubai

Gold prices have eased in Dubai. Investors are waiting for clarity on US-Iran talks.