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Eriksen ‘in good spirits’ after collapseChristian Eriksen is “in good spirits” following his collapse against Ukraine and is expected to be discharged from hospital soon, says Denmark’s national team doctor Morten Boesen.2 hrs agoDenmark

ReutersNikol Pashinyan came to power in 2018 on the back of protests against former leader Serzh SargysanArmenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s party has won a crucial election billed as being key in deciding whether the country continues to move closer to the West.Pashinyan’s centrist Civil Contract Party secured 49.8% of the vote, with the Strong Armenia Alliance coming in second with 23.2%. The Armenia Alliance was third with 9.9%. Sunday’s vote was the first general election since Armenia, a small South Caucasus country of three million people, suffered a crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan in 2023. It was viewed as…

Watch: Iran releases footage of missiles launched at IsraelIran said its attacks were “the beginning of a full week of continuous strikes.”50 mins ago

From families facing rent increase notices to workers stretched by rising costs, Abu Dhabi tenants say the decision came at a critical momentWhen Abu Dhabi recently announced a cap on rental increases from 5 per cent to 0 per cent, Zayed Al Hashemi was among the residents who felt immediate relief.The Emirati father of eight had been counting down to his contract renewal in two months when he received a notice from his landlord seeking renewal only if he accepted a 5 per cent increase. “This decision came at the right time,” Al Hashemi told media. “Without it, we would…

The authority will launch the Dubai Parents Council and Dubai Educators Council at the start of the 2026-27 academic year, each comprising 15 membersDubai’s education sector is set for a wider community role in decision-making, as the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) expands its council model beyond students to formally include parents and educators.The move builds on the success of the Dubai Students Council, and marks a significant step in embedding community voices into the emirate’s private education system.Parents and educators step into formal advisory rolesThe authority will launch the Dubai Parents Council and Dubai Educators Council at the…

Hours earlier, Trump had said new strikes by Israel and Iran would not affect his administration’s peace talks with Tehran, adding that Netanyahu ‘doesn’t call the shots'[Editor’s Note: Follow the media live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.]Israel said on Monday it hit a petrochemical plant in Iran’s southwest, along with strikes elsewhere on military targets, after US President Donald Trump reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from further attacks.In the first hit on an energy site inside Iran since the April 8 ceasefire, Israel said it struck targets at…

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an inquiry into the incident. The ground equipment involved was owned by Air India Engineering and IndiGo Strong winds and rain in Delhi on Sunday evening disrupted airport operations, and three Air India aircraft parked at Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal 2 sustained damage after ground support equipment was dragged by the wind and collided with the planes. Airport officials told the media that, due to strong winds, equipment including a step ladder was dragged from its position and struck the aircraft. The damage was minor, and two of the…

Initiative focuses on businesses that go beyond profits by creating healthier work environments, investing in talent, and adopting forward-thinking employment practicesCompanies creating exceptional workplaces and employees making a lasting impact on the UAE’s labour market could soon be rewarded financially, including ministry fee discounts and cash prizes of up to Dh100,000.The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) has unveiled the Emirates Labour Market Award, a nationwide initiative aimed at recognising the private sector, encouraging innovation, and raising standards across workplaces across the UAE.Under the programme, winning companies will benefit from reduced ministry service fees and enhanced recognition, while outstanding…

The programme, launched in July 2025, has driven residential property transactions surpassing Dh5 billionMore than 3,200 people have purchased homes for the first time in Dubai in the past one year, thanks to the First-Time Home Buyer Programme launched by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).The programme, launched in July 2025, has driven residential property transactions surpassing Dh5 billion, underscoring its significant impact on Dubai’s real estate market and its role in broadening homeownership access across the city.The initiative was designed to lower barriers for first-time buyers navigating one of…

Rare footage captured of Great White shark in Mediterranean SeaA volunteer diver has described shaking as he filmed his encounter with an endangered Great White shark between Tunisia and Sicily.1 hr agoScience & Environment