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Eurovision's most iconic moments: From Loreen's double victory and Cliff Richard's seismic snub to THAT ABBA hit - stars who have graced the stage in the wackiest music contest on TV
Eurovision's most iconic moments: From Loreen's double victory and Cliff Richard's seismic snub to THAT ABBA hit - stars who have graced the stage in the wackiest music contest on TVHave YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.ukSign up for our Spotlight newsletter, direct from our Showbiz expert Katie Hind - and we'll also send you an eye-opening exclusive article revealing the 20 rudest celebrities she's ever met. Get it HEREBy LAURA FOX, ASSOCIATE SHOWBUSINESS EDITOR Published: 07:48, 16 May...
Luxury Last-Minute Options For The 2026 Total Solar Eclipse
InnovationScienceLuxury Last-Minute Options For The 2026 Total Solar EclipseByJamie Carter,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky.Follow AuthorMay 16, 2026, 02:55am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.People view a total solar eclipse from La Higuera, Chile, Tuesday, July 2, 2019. (AP Photo/Est...
Divers’ death in Maldives: Italian man says wife survived 2004 tsunami; Cave dive tragedy under investigation - Emirates 24|7
Divers’ death in Maldives: Italian man says wife survived 2004 tsunami; Cave dive tragedy under investigation Emirates 24|7
Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi closes for Eid Al Adha: All you need to know
Dubai: The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi will be closed for four days in observance of Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha.In an advisory, the embassy has announced that regular operations will be suspended from May 26 to May 29. The closure covers Arafat Day on May 26 and the Eid Al Adha holidays from May 27 to 29.Filipinos with pending passport renewals, notarisation requests, contract verification, and other consular concerns have been advised to complete urgent transactions before the holiday break...
Why now is the perfect time to visit Cyprus
There are many reasons why Brits love holidaying in Cyprus. The weather, of course, but then there is the driving on the same side of the road, the plugs are the same and communication is easy. “As my mother used to say” says Mario, my excellent guide, “even our cat speaks English”.Competition may come from flashier Greek islands but the expanding Cypriot luxury hotel scene, and the growing food and wine culture, means that the island has completely re-invented itself in recent years and the...
Skydive Dubai soars again: Inside the high-octane comeback that shows ‘It’s like we never stopped’
Dubai: At 10am, Skydive Dubai is already in motion.On the ground, first-time jumpers are strapped into tandem harnesses as instructors move briskly through checks. Groups are ushered forward, loaded into waiting vehicles and driven out to the aircraft. Minutes later, planes lift off in steady intervals. Overhead, parachutes begin to open, marking the skyline. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. “Business as usual,” says Mohammad Javad, Executive V...
Woman, 26, killed in horror bus crash in Queensland was a young tourist on the trip of a lifetime
Woman, 26, killed in horror bus crash in Queensland was a young tourist on the trip of a lifetimeBy OLIVIA DAY, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR, AUSTRALIA Published: 23:52, 15 May 2026 | Updated: 23:57, 15 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Some Hotel Rooms Rates Are Dropping As We Get Closer To The World Cup
BusinessSportsMoneySome Hotel Rooms Rates Are Dropping As We Get Closer To The World CupByMichael Lewis,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. U.S. men's national team and soccerFollow AuthorMay 15, 2026, 02:59pm EDTKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - MAY 05: World Cup signage is displayed at the Kansas City airport ahead of the 2026 World Cup on May 05, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)Getty ImagesIf you haven't booked your hotel...
Almost 13-hour flight delay leaves SpiceJet’s Delhi-bound flyers stranded in Pune
Over 100 SpiceJet passengers faced a grueling 13-hour delay on a Pune-Delhi flight. Initially scheduled for a 5:55 am departure, the flight was repeatedly rescheduled due to technical issues. Passengers endured long waits, with some opting for refunds and booking expensive last-minute tickets, while others spent over 16 hours at the airport.
US orders travelers on Air Force One to throw away gifts, pins, and burner phones after China trip
President Trump and a delegation of U.S. officials left Beijing on Friday after two days of high-level talks with the Chinese government, led by President Xi Jinping. Before boarding Air Force One, White House staffers and reporters had to surrender various items collected during the trip, including staff burner phones, credential badges, and lapel pins issued by China. Those traveling on Air Force One threw those objects in a bin at the bottom of the plane’s stairs, according to a journalist in...
Readers capture stunning nature, cityscapes and everyday beauty across the UAE
Adel Beheiry captures the striking Abu Dhabi skyline.Akash Sudarsanan captures a stunning view from the Abu Dhabi Corniche, showcasing the capital’s iconic skyscrapers rising elegantly along the waterfront skyline.Ajit Sheth captures Dubai’s spectacular skyline, with its soaring towers and modern architecture glowing against the city’s vibrant urban landscape.Ali Mazahir captures a vibrant stretch near Dubai Hospital, where Flame Trees (Delonix regia) burst into vivid bloom, reflecting Sheikh Ha...
Saudi Arabia deploys 33,000 buses and 5,000 taxis for Hajj
Dubai: More than 33,000 buses and 5,000 taxis have been prepared to serve pilgrims during the 2026 Hajj season, Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority announced, as part of operational plans aimed at ensuring smooth mobility and improving transport efficiency across the holy sites.The authority said the preparations are part of wider regulatory and operational efforts to support the movement of pilgrims throughout all stages of their journey during Hajj.Get updated faster and for FREE: Downl...
P&O Cruises says passengers can avoid 'fee' by bringing common item on board
P&O Cruises is advising passengers to bring the item with them to avoid extra charges
8 Things to do in Dubai this weekend: Creative workshops, art and markets
Dubai: From world-class art fairs and final-season markets to hands-on creative workshops, Dubai is leaning into culture, community, and immersive experiences this weekend. Whether you want to wander through galleries, bake your own pastries, or hunt for vintage finds, the city is packed with things worth stepping out for before the season shifts.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.1. Art Dubai (20th Edition)Dubai’s leading international art fair r...
Over 12 Lakh Pilgrims Undertake Char Dham Yatra In Less Than A Month
Dehradun, May 15 (IANS) The Char Dham Yatra, one of the most sacred pilgrimages for Hindus, is witnessing a record surge in the number of devotees visiting the four holy shrines -- Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Turkey travel alert as UK Foreign Office updates guidance
The FCDO has issued updated travel guidance for British fans travelling to Istanbul
Blissful summer escapes that mix adventure with relaxation
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What the law says when your luggage is delayed or lost at the airport
Know your airline rights and how to claim lost luggage compensation when things go wrong
Five tourists dead in Maldives after diving trip in 160ft-deep underwater cave goes wrong
Five Italian tourists have died diving in underwater caves in the Maldives, around 160 feet beneath the surface.The group departed on Thursday morning to explore the Vaavu atoll.All five were reported missing at around 1.45pm local time after failing to return to the surface at midday.Their bodies were recovered during the subsequent search and rescue operation.The divers had been aboard the Duke of York, described as a luxury live-aboard diving vessel operated by a foreign company.They vanished...
Travel chaos as more flights cancelled at Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester
Another batch of flight data heralds a grim summer holiday season for 2026, with flights canned and routes dumped en masse - with challenges continuing to rise for major airlines