Iran fires air defense batteries in provinces as explosions heard near Isfahan: State media said Iran fired air defense batteries after reporting explosions near ...
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Quick Glance: Iran Fires Air Defenses at Isfahan Base and Nuclear Site
- Iran fired air defenses at a major air base and a nuclear site near Isfahan after spotting suspicious drones.
- Tensions rose due to a possible Israeli attack in retaliation to Tehran's unprecedented drone and missile assault.
- The US and Israel did not directly comment on the incident, but reports from US media and anonymous Israeli sources suggest Israel might have carried out the attack.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency and state media confirmed that the atomic sites in the region were undamaged and called for restraint in military conflicts.
Rainfall is rare in the UAE and elsewhere on the Arabian Peninsula, that is typically known for its dry desert climate. So ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/what-caused-storm-that-brought-dubai-standstill-2024-04-17/
Airlines scramble to change routes after Israeli attack on Iran: Airlines quickly changed flight paths over Iran, diverted to alternate airports or returned ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/airlines-scramble-change-routes-after-israeli-attack-iran-2024-04-19/
Chaos in Dubai as UAE records heaviest rainfall in 75 years: Chaos ensued in the United Arab Emirates after the country witnessed the heaviest rainfall in 75 ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/weather/dubai-rain-flooding-climate-wednesday-intl/
Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
Emirates suspends flights transiting through Dubai after storm: Dubai's flagship airline Emirates is suspending check-in for all customers with onward ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/emirates-suspends-flights-transiting-through-dubai-after-storm-2024-04-19/
All the roads and transport services that are accessible now in Dubai: Operating roads and services, and alternative plans from RTA
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/all-the-roads-and-transport-services-that-are-accessible-now-in-dubai-1.1713516881090
Oman to experience varied weather conditions in coming days: Authorities monitor new weather system amid recent flash floods
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-to-experience-varied-weather-conditions-in-coming-days-1.1713520192484
Dubai rain: Why experts don't think cloud seeding played a role: With cloud seeding, it may rain, but it doesn’t really pour or flood — at least nothing like ...
apnews.com/article/dubai-united-arab-emirates-oman-flooding-cloud-seeding-2f8c12854017e11ac7438579646b3758
Quick Glance: Cloud Seeding and the Record-Breaking Rains in Dubai
- Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE has caused widespread flooding.
- Experts speculate that cloud seeding may have contributed to this unprecedented weather event.
- Cloud seeding is a technique where special salt flares are burned in clouds to stimulate rain.
- While cloud seeding is practiced in many countries, some scientists remain cautious about its long-term impacts.
UAE Weather forecast from Friday 19 April until Tuesday 23 April 2024: The UAE National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a weather forecast from Friday 19 ...
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Show jumping: Horse dies at World Cup final in Saudi Arabia: The horse collapses in the stable and dies. The cause of death is still unclear.
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Dubai airport continues to struggle amid travel chaos after the storm: World’s busiest international airport saw airlines cancel more than 1 ...
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UAE: 6 cafes, eateries offering free food to residents affected by floods - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-6-cafes-eateries-offering-free-food-to-residents-affected-by-floods
Iran grounds flights across country after reports of explosions: Iran has grounded commercial flights across parts of the country after reports of explosions.
news.sky.com/story/iran-grounds-flights-across-country-after-reports-of-explosions-13118259
Quick Glance: Israel's Strike in Iran: Escalation in the Region
- Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, a move that threatens to deepen conflicts in the region, as per a US official.
- The strike was not nuclear, and the US was informed in advance but did not endorse it, according to sources.
- Iran activated its air defense systems in response to the explosions near a military airbase, while tensions in the Middle East remain high.
- The situation escalated following Iran's direct attack on Israel, with ongoing tit-for-tat strikes signaling heightened tensions.
Dubai’s flydubai cancels flights to Iran: Flight FZ 1929 from Dubai to Tehran on April 19 returned to Dubai
gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubais-flydubai-cancels-flights-to-iran-1.1713501197488
Julian Nagelsmann: DFB extends contract with national coach until World Cup 2026: Julian Nagelsmann gives in to the German Football Association's advertising and ...
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Quick Glance: Julian Nagelsmann to Remain as Head Coach of National Team until 2026
- Julian Nagelsmann will continue as head coach of the national team beyond the upcoming European Championship.
- He will not return to FC Bayern Munich but will stay with the national team.
- DFB President Neuendorf praises the contract extension as a strong signal and highlights Nagelsmann's outstanding abilities.
- The DFB leadership aims for continuity by extending the contract of National Team Director Rudi Völler as well.
Dubai Airport will return to full operational capacity within 24 hours, COO says: Operations may hit 60-70% operation capacity by Thursday-end: COO
gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airport-will-return-to-full-operational-capacity-within-24-hours-coo-says-1.102222710
Saudi Arabia Needs Oil Price Near $100, IMF Says: Saudi Arabia will need a higher oil price than previously thought this year as the OPEC+ leader spearheads the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/saudi-arabia-needs-oil-price-near-100-amid-opec-cuts-imf-says
How the war in Gaza has shaped Qatar’s role as a regional mediator: Qatar’s role as a Middle East mediator may be imperiled as U.S. politicians criticize its ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2023/10/21/qatar-gaza-hostages-american/
'Apocalyptic' Dubai floods shake picture-perfect city: If Dubai is the ultimate Instagram city, then this was the week the filter came off.
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68844405
Did cloud seeding cause Dubai flooding? What to know about the science - National | Globalnews.ca
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Dubai’s Emaar announces free repairs for rain-damaged homes - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai's Global Village now open after being closed for 3 days due to unstable weather - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/dubais-global-village-closed-for-2nd-day-due-to-unstable-weather
UAE's Sharjah Preserves Streets After Other Gulf Cities Bulldoze Old Buildings
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/uae-s-sharjah-preserves-streets-after-other-gulf-cities-bulldoze-old-buildings
UAE roads today: Which ones are closed, flooded, clear? Here are the latest updates - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-roads-today-which-ones-are-closed-flooded-clear-here-are-the-latest-updates
Suspicion of weather manipulation: Did humans cause the torrential rain in Dubai?
spiegel.de/wissenschaft/natur/dubai-verdacht-auf-wettermanipulation-haben-menschen-den-sintflutartigen-regen-verursacht-a-2af1b668-8e25-4fe7-9fff-95a149ef44b3
Flooded UAE counts cost of epic rainstorm, airport still facing disruptions: Emergency workers tried to clear waterclogged roads and people assessed the damage ...
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Ahmed bin Saeed: We work around the clock with the wonderful team spirit to return to normalcy
emirates247.com/business/travel/ahmed-bin-saeed-we-work-around-the-clock-with-the-wonderful-team-spirit-to-return-to-normalcy-2024-04-18-1.731394
Dubai floods: Massive clean-up underway in Dubai | UAE cleans up post flood havoc
wionews.com/videos/dubai-floods-massive-clean-up-underway-in-dubai-uae-cleans-up-post-flood-havoc-712936
‘1 room for Dh8,000 a night’: Some UAE hotels hike prices as floods leave residents stranded - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/emergencies/uae-rains-some-hotels-hike-prices-after-tourists-residents-stranded
Images released on social media show Dubai police rescuing a cat from flood waters after the Middle East financial centre experienced its heaviest rain on ... Show more #AFP #dubai #dubaiflood
UAE: Search on for a teen missing from Sharjah since April 14gulfnews.com/amp/uae/uae-search-on-for-pakistani-teen-missing-from-sharjah-since-april-14-1.102228293
Dubai travel: DXB limits inbound flights for 48 hours due to ongoing disruption - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/dubai-travel-dxb-limits-inbound-flights-for-48-hours-amid-ongoing-disruption
What is cloud seeding and did it cause Dubai flooding?: Dubai has been hit by record floods, sparking misleading speculation about cloud seeding.
bbc.com/news/science-environment-68839043
UAE rains: No need to panic, we have enough stocks, say supermarkets: Residents reassured of robust supplies of bread, milk, groceries in UAE
gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/uae-rains-no-need-to-panic-we-have-enough-stocks-say-supermarkets-1.102227681
Expected Weather Tomorrow in the UAE: The National Center of Meteorology expects the weather to be generally clear tomorrow, with partial cloudiness at times ...
emirates247.com/uae/expected-weather-tomorrow-in-the-uae-2024-04-18-1.731410
Watch: These key Dubai roads are now open to traffic after rain: RTA says most roads are open but expect some delays as work continues
gulfnews.com/uae/weather/watch-these-key-dubai-roads-are-now-open-to-traffic-after-rain-1.102226907
UAE rain: Taking Dubai Metro today? Guide to Red Line, Green Line amid service disruptions - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/transport/dubai-metro-update-rta-to-carry-out-maintenance-after-rains-put-stations-out-of-service
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Breakingviews: UAE is timely reminder of climate plan B urgency: Dubai International Airport is the busiest global air hub, in a country that prides itself as a ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/uae-is-timely-reminder-climate-plan-b-urgency-2024-04-18/
Quick Glance: UAE Highlights Climate Plan B Urgency
- Dubai International Airport, a bustling global air hub, was flooded by heavy rains.
- President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan published a National Adaptation Plan ahead of the COP28 conference in December.
- The importance of adaptation measures against climate change is emphasized, as they often receive less attention and investment than emission reduction measures.
- The United Nations estimates the annual gap in preparing coastal areas in developing countries for climate change to be up to $366 billion.
UAE rains: 3 Filipinos die in floods, top Philippine official confirms - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Fatal Consequences: Filipinos Lose Lives in Heavy Rain in UAE
- Following the intense rainfall that hit the UAE on April 16, a top Filipino labor official in Manila confirmed the death of three Filipinos on Thursday.
- Assurances were provided to the public by the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai regarding the implementation of all necessary measures to support affected Filipinos.
- Efforts are being made to establish close coordination with authorities to ensure the acquisition of accurate and updated information for providing urgent assistance to compatriots affected by extreme weather conditions.
- Collaboration with Filipino community organizations in Dubai is being actively pursued by the Consulate to aid those impacted, including coordination with Dubai airport authorities to address stranded passengers due to flight cancellations.
Photos: UAE sees its heaviest rains in 75 years: Schools and businesses were closed across the United Arab Emirates after about a year's worth of rain fell in a ...
npr.org/sections/pictureshow/2024/04/18/1245508621/dubai-floods-rain-uae-oman-photos
Dubai Airports: 1,244 flights cancelled over two days; 61 flights diverted due to bad weather
gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airports-1244-flights-cancelled-over-two-days-61-flights-diverted-due-to-bad-weather-1.1713422949839
Rainfall is rare in the UAE and elsewhere on the Arabian Peninsula, that is typically known for its dry desert climate. So ... Show more reut.rs/49KFIBv
UAE rains: RTA suspends intercity bus services until further notice: Public buses within Dubai are operating normally with some delays
gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-rains-rta-suspends-intercity-bus-services-until-further-notice-1.102223804
Emirates suspends flights transiting through Dubai: Customers travelling to Dubai as their final destination may check-in and travel as usual
gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-suspends-flights-transiting-through-dubai-1.1713510913621
Qatar 're-evaluating' mediator role in Israel-Gaza ceasefire talks: Qatar’s prime minister said that the country is re-evaluating its role as a mediator between ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-18/qatar-re-evaluating-mediator-role-in-israel-gaza-ceasefire-talks
Dubai airport delays continue as UAE struggles to recover from floods: The United Arab Emirates is struggling to recover from the heaviest recorded rainfall ever ...
apnews.com/article/uae-rain-flood-recovery-dubai-airport-travel-a0fb046e15b39f126a16e5a599a7b313
UAE reels for a third day after record-breaking storm: The United Arab Emirates was still grappling on Thursday with the aftermath of a record-breaking storm ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/uae-reels-third-day-after-record-breaking-storm-2024-04-18/
Cristiano Ronaldo pens cutest birthday wish to daughter Bella: Cristiano Ronaldo penned a heartfelt birthday wish to her daughter Bella who was born on April 18 ...
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The United Arab Emirates was hit by the heaviest rainfall in 75 years, while the desert city of Dubai recorded more than a year and a half's worth of rain in ... Show more reut.rs/3xBSncK
Quick Glance: Historic Rains Flood the UAE
- On Tuesday, April 16, the UAE experienced an unprecedented amount of rainfall - the highest in 75 years.
- As per the National Centre of Meteorology, the 'Khatm Al Shakla' area in Al Ain received 254.8mm of precipitation in less than a day.
- A massive landslide disaster hit the region of Al Qua in Al Ain, leading to the collapse of a sandy road in a crater-like shape.
- Unstable weather conditions were observed in the country from Monday due to an extension of a 'low surface pressure'. Two waves of unstable weather moved over the country on Tuesday.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on Friday agreed to solidify efforts in regards to defence collaboration, according to a statement issued by the military’s media ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1828399 #DawnToday #Pakistan #SaudiArabia
UAE reels for a third day after record-breaking storm: The United Arab Emirates was still grappling on Thursday with the aftermath of a record-breaking storm ...
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Juventus review ruling as club ordered to pay Ronaldo 9.8 mln euros
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Quick Glance: Ronaldo to Receive 9.7m Euros from Juventus for Unpaid Salary
- Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo is set to receive 9.7 million euros (J$1.58 billion) from Juventus for unpaid wages from the 2020-21 season, as announced by the Italian courts on Wednesday.
- The arbitration panel, to which Ronaldo appealed, has instructed Juventus Turin to pay the sum of 9,774,166.66 euros, in addition to interest and procedural costs, as detailed in its decision.
- This amount reflects the variance between Ronaldo's actual received salary and the one he should have received after tax and other deductions.
- When contacted by AFP, Juventus refused to provide a comment but mentioned that a statement would be released 'shortly'.
Israel fires missiles in retaliatory strike against Iran, says US official: Israel launched missile strikes against Tehran during early hours on Friday morning,
timesofoman.com/article/144528-israel-fires-missiles-in-retaliatory-strike-against-iran-says-us-official
Quick Glance: Israeli Missile Strikes Iran
- Following an unprecedented Iranian attack, 300 drones and missiles were launched at Israel.
- Explosions near an army base in Isfahan activated local air defense systems.
- US officials report that Israel conducted a missile strike on Iran.
- Flights were suspended over several Iranian cities as Israel responded to an attack.
UAE: Abu Dhabi's waste-to-energy facility to power 50,000 homes - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/environment/uae-abu-dhabis-waste-to-energy-facility-to-power-50000-homes
Quick Glance: UAE: Abu Dhabi's Waste-to-Energy Facility for 50,000 Homes
- A highly advanced waste-to-energy facility will be established in Abu Dhabi's Al Bihouth area to convert 900,000 tonnes of waste into energy.
- Expected to be operational by 2027, the plant will power 50,000 homes, leading to a significant reduction in carbon emissions.
- Tadweer Group, in collaboration with a Japanese consortium, aims to develop the project to minimize landfills, lower carbon emissions, and align with the UAE's energy goals.
- Innovative solutions like recycling material collection centers, reverse vending machines, and a mobile app are introduced to incentivize recycling habits in the community.
Emirates cabin crew told to report for duty despite historic flood: As the UAE saw its largest rainfall in 75 years and the government told people to stay at ...
businessinsider.com/emirates-cabin-crew-told-to-report-for-duty-despite-historic-flood-2024-4
Slow recovery as Dubai airport, roads still deluged: Dubai airport, one of the world's busiest, witnessed major disruption for a third straight day Thursday ...
sg.news.yahoo.com/slow-recovery-dubai-airport-roads-172456115.html
Air Arabia resumes scheduled operations from Sharjah Airport - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai Airports: 1,244 flights cancelled over two days; 61 flights diverted due to bad weather
Partial operations reopen at Terminal 1 as well at Terminal 3 ... Show more gulfnews.com/ #uae #dubai
UAE and Costa Rica sign trade deal, UAE president says: The United Arab Emirates and Costa Rica have signed an agreement that will help improve bilateral trade ...
reuters.com/world/uae-costa-rica-sign-trade-deal-uae-president-says-2024-04-18/
World's Best Airports 2024: Singapore Changi Loses Crown to Qatar's Doha Hamad
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Video Cat rescued from Dubai flooding after clinging to car door: A cat clinging to a car door was rescued by police in Dubai after two years' worth of rain ...
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Dubai floods: These were the causes: The United Emirates is experiencing record rainfall. There is now wild speculation about the cause ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/panorama/id_100388136/dubai-ueberschwemmungen-das-waren-die-ursachen.html
#InPictures | Search continues for missing persons in North Al Sharqiyah
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Salman Khan leaves for Dubai as probe continues in Bandra firing incident : Bollywood star Salman Khan left for Dubai on Friday with his bodyguard Shera and ...
wionews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-leaves-for-dubai-as-probe-continues-in-bandra-firing-incident-712982
Exclusive: UAE giant eyes majority stake in Vedanta's Zambian mines in expansion drive
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Dubai airport struggles to resume flights after heavy rains leave runways underwater
cnn.com/2024/04/18/travel/dubai-airport-struggles-to-resume-flights-after-heavy-rains-left-runways-underwater/
Quick Glance: Challenges faced by Dubai Airport after heavy rainfall
- Dubai International Airport is in disarray following heavy rainfall, resulting in flooded runways.
- Numerous stranded passengers are waiting in terminals due to flight cancellations and delays.
- Emirates and Flydubai are apologizing to affected passengers and working to restore flight operations.
- The United Arab Emirates are dealing with the consequences of extreme rainfall causing traffic disruptions and damages in various cities.
Airport chaos, sleeping in metro stations, no running water: Dubai's flood mayhem continues
cnbc.com/2024/04/18/dubai-floods-airport-chaos-sleeping-in-metro-stations-no-running-water.html
UAE rains: RTA suspends intercity bus services until further notice
Public buses within Dubai are operating normally with some delays ... Show more gulfnews.com/ #uae
Dubai police rescued a cat from floodwaters on Wednesday (April 17) as the country was hit by a rare torrential storm.
Authorities and communities across the ... Show more thestartv.com/c/news cutt.ly/TheStar fb.com/TheStarOnline
Crypto conferences liquidated after biblical flooding in Dubai: There's something nice about seeing Web3 fanatics in ankle-deep water
theregister.com/2024/04/17/dubai_crypto_conference_flood/
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
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Operations at Dubai airport remain disrupted after Tuesday's storm flooded the runway
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Egypt In Talks With Domestic Creditors to Extend Debt Maturities: Egypt is trying to push back the date on which some of its domestic debt comes due ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/egypt-in-talks-to-extend-debt-maturities-to-ease-financing-needs
UAE Rain: Avoid these roads in Dubai and Sharjah: RTA advises commuters to check their route, roads situation before starting their travel
gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-rain-avoid-these-roads-in-dubai-and-sharjah-1.102219848
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