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Economic Crosscurrents Go Global as Energy Shock Meets AI Wave
The global economy is increasingly captive to two opposing forces.
Schumer and Platner Talk After Mills Suspends Her Campaign
The top Senate Democrat and the Maine contender had what was described as a cordial conversation despite Schumer’s backing of his primary opponent.
South Asia expected to receive below-average monsoon rainfall
GENEVA: Rainfall is likely to be below normal during the June–September 2026 southwest monsoon season across much of South Asia, with the strongest signal over central regions, according to a new seasonal forecast which will help millions of people prepare.A few parts of the north-western, north-eastern and southern region are likely to receive normal to above normal rainfall between the May-September monsoon period, according to the South Asian Climate Outlook Forum.Heavy rain alerts in India:...
Caitlin Clark exits preseason game vs. Wings with apparent ankle injury
Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark exited Thursday’s preseason game against the Dallas Wings with what appeared to be a right ankle injury. The two-time All-Star launched one of her signature stepback 3s over Dallas forward and reigning co-Defensive Player of the Year Alanna Smith in the third quarter, but when Clark came down, she landed on Smith’s foot and twisted her right ankle.Advertisement
Teacher admits error in judgment as she's sentenced to jail for filming sex with teen student she was tutoring: 'Not my best thinking'
Teacher admits error in judgment as she's sentenced to jail for filming sex with teen student she was tutoring: 'Not my best thinking'By LAUREN ACTON-TAYLOR, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 01:46, 1 May 2026 | Updated: 02:01, 1 May 2026 e-mail View comments
How long can the US blockade of Iran ports — and the Strait of Hormuz — last?
Dubai: Nearly nine weeks into the Iran conflict, Washington’s strategy has shifted from rapid escalation to a prolonged economic squeeze — raising a critical question: How long can the US naval blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz last, and is the war sliding into a “frozen conflict”?In effect, the Strait of Hormuz is no longer just a shipping lane — it is becoming a pressure point in a prolonged economic war.US President Donald Trump has signalled he wants to extend the naval bloc...
Russia says Ukrainian drone attack kills 2 teenagers
A Ukrainian drone attack has killed two teenagers on a motorcycle in Russia's Belgorod region, the local governor said early on Friday. "In the village of Volchya Alexandrovka, a Ukrainian Armed Forces drone deliberately attacked a motorcycle carrying two young men. Aged 18 and 15," Belgorod governor Vyacheslav Gladkov wrote on Telegram. "The young men died on the spot from their injuries," he added.Since launching its offensive in Ukraine in 2022 -- Europe's deadliest confli...
Ujjain wedding turns violent, chairs hurled in clash; viral video surfaces
Ujjain wedding turns violent chairs hurled in clash viral video surfaces
Europe's powerful Ariane 6 rocket launches 32 Amazon internet satellites to orbit
PARIS: An Ariane 6 heavy lifter topped with 32 Amazon Leo satellites launched from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, on Thursday (April 30, 2026), at 4:57 a.m. EDT (0857 GMT; 5:57 am local time in Kourou).All the satellites had deployed by an hour and 54 minutes after liftoff as planned, according to Arianespace, the French company that operates the Ariane 6.An Ariane 6 rocket carrying 32 satellites for the Amazon Leo constellation launches at the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, on the...
Luxury UK holiday company in Belfast becomes yet another AI casualty forced to close after 23 years - so where did it all go wrong for travel agents?
Luxury UK holiday company in Belfast becomes yet another AI casualty forced to close after 23 years - so where did it all go wrong for travel agents?READ MORE: I'm a travel agent - the world's most overrated tourist destination is like visiting a motorway petrol stationBy ALESIA FIDDLER - TRAVEL REPORTER Published: 01:17, 1 May 2026 | Updated: 01:18, 1 May 2026 e-mail 5 View comments
Will not contest a Pawar family member again, says Baramati MP Supriya Sule
Baramati MP Supriya Sule announced she will not contest elections against any Pawar family member in the future, opting for a different constituency if necessary. Her sister-in-law, Sunetra Pawar, welcomed the decision, emphasizing the importance of separating politics and family relations. This comes after two instances of Pawar family members contesting against each other.
Huawei’s AI chip sales surge as Nvidia stalls in China
Chinese tech companies place large orders for the Shenzhen-based group’s latest range of AI processors
Six brazen fare dodgers push through barriers at Elizabeth line railway station in just two minutes
Conservative councillor David Taylor stood by the ticket barriers at Romford in East London last night as he filmed young men pushing their way through a wide gate to avoid paying for their journeys.
Multi-millionaire chemist at war with villagers over plans to move ancient bridleway away from his £2.8m mansion
Multi-millionaire chemist at war with villagers over plans to move ancient bridleway away from his £2.8m mansionBy ANDREW LEVY AND JACOB DIRNHUBER Published: 01:06, 1 May 2026 | Updated: 01:07, 1 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Inside Britain's most segregated city... and the new wave of candidates exploiting religious rivalries: Read what happened when JACK HARDY met the controversial men behind new movement - and troubling rumours of 'skulduggery'
Inside Britain's most segregated city... and the new wave of candidates exploiting religious rivalries: Read what happened when JACK HARDY met the controversial men behind new movement - and troubling rumours of 'skulduggery'By JACK HARDY, NEWS REPORTER Published: 01:05, 1 May 2026 | Updated: 01:06, 1 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Your Visa card payments in the UAE are about to get a lot faster and smoother
Dubai: When you use your Visa card in the UAE—whether ordering food, booking a ride, or shopping online—the speed and reliability of that payment is set to improve.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Visa has appointed Emirates NBD as its National Net Settlement Service (NNSS) agent in the UAE, allowing domestic Visa card transactions to be settled locally in dirhams instead of being processed through international systems.For residents, this is a...
Dubai’s Dh1 billion support package gives creatives space, grants and visibility
Dubai: Dubai has launched a new support portfolio for its creative sector, giving artists, cultural institutions and small businesses access to workspaces, grants, training, exhibition opportunities and wider public visibility.Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Creative Sector Resilience Portfolio was launched by Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, in line with the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Moha...
As Tim Cook steps down, Apple hit record sales — but a chip shortage looms
Apple reported a record quarter on Thursday. Yet outgoing CEO Tim Cook warned of some gathering storm clouds in the form of memory chip supply issues that could impact business in the near future. “Today Apple is proud to report our best March quarter ever, with revenue of $111.2 billion and double-digit growth across every geographic segment,” Cook said during Thursday’s earnings call. “iPhone achieved a March quarter revenue record, fueled by such extraordinary demand for the iPhon...
Y Combinator alum Skio sells for $105M cash, only raised $8M, founder says
Skio, a 2020 Y Combinator alum that was founded by self-described college dropout Kennan Frost, has been acquired by competitor Recharge, the companies announced on Thursday. Both Skio and Recharge make products that handle subscription payments for brands.
Apple earnings beat forecasts on iPhone 17 demand
Apple on Thursday said it had its best start to the year ever when it came to earnings, with iPhone demand and digital service sales helping it beat expectations.Apple reported profit of $29.6 billion on revenue of $111.2 billion in the recently ended quarter."Today Apple is proud to report our best March quarter ever," chief executive Tim Cook said in an earnings release, noting revenue hit a record high for the quarter ending in March.Apple shares slipped slightly, however, as investors mulled...