Merger wave across GCC banking sectors coming to an end
Dubai: The much-hyped cycle of bank mergers across the GCC region during the last two years is coming to a close, thanks to resilient financial performance by the region’s banks…
Ramadan ice cream trail: #22 Make your own ice cream
What you need to know: ###In a time where everything you own can be customised – from your luggage to your smartphone case – how about customising your own ice…
Cricket World Cup: Michael Clarke tips India, England and Australia
London: He is the last World Cup-winning captain and arguably one of the best minds in contemporary world cricket.###For Michael John Clarke, it was his high point as Australia lifted…
Nasdaq withdraws offer to acquire Oslo stock exchange
Oslo: US stock market operator Nasdaq said Monday it was withdrawing its offer to acquire the Oslo Stock Exchange, clearing the way for its European competitor Euronext.###"This decision has been made…
Citywide Ramadan mega sale in UAE: 75% off at Sharjah malls for 12 more days
Dubai: Residents and tourists visiting Sharjah can enjoy massive price reductions on retail goods not only at Expo Centre Sharjah, but across the malls in the emirate, organisers reminded shoppers…
French Open: Rafael Nadal begins pursuit of 12th title in style
Paris: Caroline Wozniacki went from playing a perfect set to start the French Open to quickly fading away against an opponent who had never previously won a Grand Slam match.###In…
Indian doctor commits suicide after being harassed on her caste
Dubai: The suicide of Dr Payal Tadvi, a Mumbai-based doctor and postgraduate student has created a furore online, after it was reported that the death was a result of caste-based…
8 Eid Al Fitr holiday ideas for UAE residents
It’s that time of the year again when UAE residents make those last-minute travel plans to jet off for the Eid Al Fitr holidays.###Gulf News tabloid! has shortlisted holiday destinations…
Why Trump’s Middle East peace plan is a non-starter
Highlights ###The Trump administration says it has a peace plan for the Middle East. Those behind it claim that they are offering a new approach to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict,…
Dubai Hospital doctors conduct life-saving surgery on cancer patient
Dubai: A team of surgeons at Dubai Hospital conducted a life-saving surgery, successfully removing a cancerous tumour from a patient’s throat.###The Nigerian patient, in his sixties, had a tumour of…