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Viral video shows UAE F-16 shoot down Iranian drone over Dubai beach

Beachgoers in Dubai witnessed a dramatic moment up close as a fighter jet chased down and shot an Iranian drone right above them.

The Times of India

Second charter flight taking Brits home from Dubai departs for UK

A second charter flight, organised by the Foreign Office, has departed Dubai, bringing British nationals back to the UK. The aircraft was arranged to provide a swift and secure passage for individuals unable to secure seats on regular commercial services, with a particular focus on vulnerable passengers. Passengers were required…

The Independent UK

It’s not just influencers who move to Dubai

Letters: Ordinary people and families have made their homes there, writes Mark Husbands. Plus a letter from Jessamy Hadley

The Guardian - UK

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'I'd planned to move to Dubai in the next few months — now we're back to square one'

Dan Marsh had intended to relocate to Dubai to open a new branch of his Brighton-based art gallery. Now, he’s staying put

Evening Standard

Dubai Chocolate adds new dimension to the US-Iran pistachio rivalry

A viral “Dubai Chocolate” craze — fueled by millions of social media views and a relentless appetite for pistachio-packed confections — has unexpectedly spotlighted a geopolitical story about pistachios, global agriculture, and economic competition. As Californian and Iranian growers both vie to meet skyrocketing demand, the humble nut has come…

The Times of India

Celestyal cancels all April cruises with ships still stuck in the Middle East

The cruise line is unable to reposition its vessels from the Gulf region, while MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys revise winter 2026-2027 schedules.

Euronews

Foreign Office no-go warning for Dubai airport leaves British travellers ‘stranded in paradise’

Exclusive: ‘It feels like Hotel California – you can check out any time you like, but you can never leave,’ said passenger Jeff Spencer

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18 Breathtaking Photos That Won Awards At The HIPA “Power” Competition

The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) is one of the world’s most prestigious photography competitions. Established in 2011 in Dubai, the award celebrates outstanding visual storytelling while promoting artistic and cultural excellence on a global stage. It also plays an important role locally by…

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'Don't get eliminated yourself': Iran warns Donald Trump, slaps down 'empty' threats

Iran's security official warned President Trump to be careful after the US leader threatened harsher retaliation for any Strait of Hormuz disruption. Tehran continues regional attacks, with missile and drone strikes hitting Dubai, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Iran's parliament speaker indicated no ceasefire is sought, emphasizing retaliation against aggressors.…

The Times of India

Vicky Pattison blasts 'shameful' expats abandoning their pets in Dubai after returning to the UK

Pattison and her husband Ercan Ramadan have spoken out after escaping Dubai where they were caught in the Iran war while on holiday

Evening Standard

Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum introduces strict new building law: Violators could face Dh2 million fines in UAE emirate

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE recently issued a new law on the quality and safety of buildings in the emirate, in his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai.

The Times of India

US launches 'most intense day of strikes' on Iran yet as Tehran attacks countries across Gulf

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the US ‘will not relent until the enemy is totally and decisively defeated’

Evening Standard

Dubai Influencers, Expats Abandon Pets; Euthanisation Requests Flood After Iran Attacks UAE

As Iranian missile strikes hit the UAE, a crisis unfolds in Dubai with pets being abandoned by fleeing residents. Discover the emotional and logistical challenges faced.

International Business Times UK

Chanakya Niti: 5 Signs Someone Is Insecure But Acts Superior

We’ve all met someone who walks into a room with a certain energy. They speak with authority about everything. They correct people quickly. They compare achievements. They remind everyone what they’ve done, who they know, or how things should be done. From the outside, it looks like confidence. But sometimes,…

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Dubai’s signature Token2049 crypto event set to go forward even as other conferences hit pause amid growing conflict

The two-day conference bills itself as one of the world’s premier crypto events.

International Business Times UK

Is This The Last Chance To Buy Dubai Property Before Prices Surge Again?

Dubai's record $250bn real estate boom faces new questions as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East prompt investors to reassess risks and opportunities.

The Times of India

London mansions to Dubai villas: Inside Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s global property empire

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader and the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has long operated behind the scenes in the Islamic Republic’s power structure.

International Business Times UK

Dogs Tied To Poles, Kittens Left In Boxes: Dubai Expats Abandon Or Euthanise Pets Amid Iran Strike Panic

As Iranian missiles hit the UAE, many residents abandoned their pets, leading to a surge in animal abandonments in Dubai and Al Ain.

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Influencer Mercilessly Mocked After Claiming To Be “Stranded” Due To War Because He Refuses To Fly Economy

While the Middle East is struggling through a global emergency, Daniel Goz shared his complaints about seemingly not having a business-class ticket to Dubai.

Evening Standard

Expats fleeing Dubai abandon their pets in rush to leave war-hit Gulf state

Some animals are even being euthanised, according to reports

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Kerry Katona gets 'sign' encouraging moving plans

Kerry Kaotna thinks she has received a "sign" that she should go ahead with her proposed plan to move to Spain.

Euronews

The colossus next door: Will the German Baltic Sea survive Poland's mega hotel?

The tourism industry in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is looking nervously across the border: in Pobierowo, a "little Dubai" is growing on the Baltic Sea with the Gołębiewski mega hotel. There is great concern that guests and workers are moving away, while the Polish side is investing heavily.

The Times of India

TikToker’s $2,000 escape: American woman recounts chaotic trip after Dubai flight diversion

Americans across the Middle East are scrambling to find flights back to the United States after regional airspace disruptions followed military strikes by the US and Israel on Iran over the weekend.

The Independent UK

How will the Gulf crisis hit passenger confidence? Travel industry figures make their predictions

Exclusive: ‘To be honest, it feels like Covid part two’ says Julia Lo Bue-Said, CEO of Advantage Travel Partnership

The Times of India

AED 91.4 million raised: Dubai’s ‘most noble number’ charity auction supports child hunger campaign

Dubai's Edge of Life campaign has raised over AED 1.14 billion to combat global childhood hunger. The initiative, launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, saw significant pledges from international organizations and a successful charity auction of special numbers. This massive fundraising effort aims to rescue millions of children…

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